Episode 5: Resilient Cities

Impact Founder: The Stories That Built Us

What makes a city truly resilient? In this episode, we’re diving into what it takes to build thriving, future-ready cities — the kind people want to live in, work in, and stay rooted in.

We’re joined by two powerhouse guests shaping the future of their cities:
🔹 Aaron Buzza, Senior VP & COO at Macon Convention and Visitors Bureau
🔹 Aikta Marcoulier, Chief Business Development Officer at Denver Economic Development & Opportunity

Together, we dig into:
→ The evolution of tourism and local economies over the last 10 years
→ Why downtowns still matter (maybe more than ever)
→ The human-centered challenges facing cities — beyond politics
→ How work-from-anywhere culture and shifting travel habits are changing the game

Whether you're a founder, city builder, or just someone who cares about your community — this convo will get you thinking differently about what it really takes to create a resilient city.

Tune in now and see your city through a new lens.