Kady Yellow | Supporting Communities through Placekeeping

In this episode, Kady Yellow, Vice President of Placemaking for Downtown Vision in Jacksonville, Florida, takes us on her journey from small-town roots to leading transformative urban projects. Kady shares how she uses art, culture, and community engagement to tackle big challenges, empower local artists, and breathe new life into public spaces. Her insights and stories will inspire you to see the potential of creative placemaking in shaping vibrant, inclusive cities.   Kady’s website Books that were mentioned: The Rise of the Creative Class: And How It's Transforming Work, Leisure, Community and Everyday Life Palaces for the People: How Social Infrastructure Can Help Fight Inequality, Polarization, and the Decline of Civic Life Power and Love: A Theory and Practice of Social Change Don’t miss future episodes—⁠subscribe to the newsletter⁠ for updates and practical summaries.  Reach out at ⁠[email protected]⁠ for discussions or collaborations on people-centric urban development. ⁠ To City Makers' website⁠  Design: ⁠Erezoo  Original music: ⁠Guy Salomon