When Larry Highbloom founded VINtek in his basement in the Philadelphia suburb of Wynnewood 20 years ago, his focus was a system to protect lenders against automobile dealer fraud.
Residents of Pittsburgh�s Mt. Washington are betting that the steep, wooded slope can become a park for �slightly more adventurous� residents. The project has created a contest to rename the park.
In a business that rewards the latest technology and those who can bring it to life, there's something quite different about Environmental Tectonics Corporation, a 40 year-old company headquartered in Southampton.
We spoke with David Black about the best ways to create regional, sustainable development, how to weather a recession, and why it's important to know what outsiders think about your region.