As the tech center of the world for decades, Silicon Valley is synonymous with innovation. And innovation is what is needed to address our deepening housing crisis. Not just innovation in technology, but innovation in thinking, in approaching the problem from a different mindset. We’ve begun to see some Silicon Valley companies and community organizations …
Working Scholars Transforms Higher Education and Unlocks Better Futures A college degree is key to unlocking economic opportunity, but it is a dream that’s out of reach for millions of students. Our higher education system, largely untouched by the technological innovations that have happened in nearly every facet of modern life, has left over 31 …
California has the opportunity to benefit from a provision in the federal Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (also known as the Trump tax package) that can grow the economy, address our housing crisis, and distribute clean energy solutions to poorer sections of the state. However, the state has not yet taken all the …
“Things may come to those who wait. But only the things left by those who hustle.” This evening, Federal Transit Administrator Jane Williams announced that the FTA will be investing $125 million from a new “Expedited Project Delivery” Pilot Program towards our BART extension into downtown San Jose and on to Santa Clara. I was …
In June of 1919, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the legislation that would allow women the right to vote the following year. It was only fitting that we celebrated that vital milestone with a celebration on Women’s Equality Day! On August 26, we were honored to be joined by Speaker of the House Nancy …
What can We Achieve When Great Minds Don’t Think Alike? Embracing People’s Native Genius As leaders in today’s transformative age, we must get more done with what often feels like not enough in talent, time, or treasure. As Liz Wiseman shares in her book, “Multipliers,” extraordinary results can come from embracing people’s native genius – …
Very few employers offer Sabbaticals to their employees. Even fewer in the non-profit sector. I feel fortunate to work for an employer, in the non-profit world, that sees the value in Sabbatical, and is willing to make the financial investment in its people. When I came back to the Silicon Valley Leadership Group as CEO …
The Silicon Valley Leadership Group is interested in tax issues at the state, local, and federal levels. Tax policy is vitally important because it can be a positive force to drive economic growth in California through provisions such as the R&D credit. Tax policy could also hurt the California economy and our Member companies if …
1993: The year of grunge music, the introduction of Pentium chips and “Sleepless in Seattle.” It was also the last time the U.S., Mexico and Canada signed a comprehensive trade agreement. This year, Congress has an opportunity to ratify a new agreement that modernizes trade in North America and strengthens America’s innovation leadership. The United …
Security is About ACCESS and Not (Just) CONTROL Every business leader – regardless of industry or function – is always striving to improve employee productivity. In this hyper-competitive world, where there is literally no knowledge or information asymmetry, creativity and productivity are super critical. Technology-based distractions, social pressures, and outdated corporate practices, to name a …
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