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Michael Holstein

Michael Holstein

Head of Communications

 

Michael Holstein has run communications in the entertainment, non-profit, and corporate space for nearly 20 years. After starting his career in film marketing and writing for HBO’s The Wire, Michael earned his law degree and oversaw business affairs for WETA-TV in Washington, DC. Later, as Chief Content Officer for The Content Farm, Michael developed, curated, directed and produced award-winning original content for cable, digital, linear TV, and social media platforms, also overseeing all communications for shows, corporate clients, and campaigns. He then turned his attention to the non-profit world, serving as Chief Communications and Marketing Officer for America SCORES, and providing communication consulting services and content creation for several other non-profit organizations.    


Michael was a double major in communications and English at The University of Miami, received his law degree cum laude from Catholic University, and taught The Business of Entertainment at UCLA. Michael is a member of the Producer’s Guild of America, the Grammys, and the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences

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Walking the Un-Walkable: First Publication

“Walking the Un-Walkable” delves into the act of walking in Lusaka, examining both the obstacles and possibilities for enhancement. The project seeks to produce policy briefs and research that are grounded in evidence. Our goal is to provide guidance for a transformative approach to urban planning, policies, and infrastructure investments that prioritize a more accessible and pedestrian-friendly built environment. “Walking the Un-Walkable” revolves around four designated walks, designed to replicate the walking experience along specific routes and thereby identify hurdles and deficiencies in pedestrian pathways. This publication documents the outcomes of the initial walk and mapping exercise, incorporating insights from local partners, community members, and participating students. Future publications will be released to document subsequent phases of the project.

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Charter Cities Institute Launches Groundbreaking New Cities Map

The Charter Cities Institute is launching The New Cities Map, an extensive and interactive data set that consolidates information on new cities constructed worldwide since 1945. This groundbreaking tool will provide researchers, urban planners, and policymakers with critical insights to drive effective and equitable urban development policies.

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