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Cleveland Turnaround (B), The: Building on Progress (1989-1996)

By: James E. Austin and Andrea L Strimling
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Abstract

Traces the Cleveland community's efforts to move the city from economic, social, and political crisis in the late 1970s into revitalization and progress in the 1980s and 1990s. Special attention is given to the role of business leaders and the public-private partnership. This case covers the 1989-96 period and initiatives in housing, education, and physical development.

Keywords

Leading Change; Economic Growth; Business and Community Relations; Financial Crisis; Cleveland

Citation

Austin, James E., and Andrea L Strimling. "Cleveland Turnaround (B), The: Building on Progress (1989-1996)." Harvard Business School Case 796-152, April 1996. (Revised April 1998.)
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