Richard Florida
Richard Florida is Co-Founder and Editor at Large at The Atlantic Cities. He's also a Senior Editor at The Atlantic, Director of the Martin Prosperity Institute at the University of Toronto's Rotman School of Management, and Global Research Professor at New York University. He is a frequent speaker to communities, business and professional organizations, and founder of the Creative Class Group, whose current client list can be found here.
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Charts
Why Some Cities Are Healthier Than Others
Happiness, form of commute and money all play a role
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Rankings
America's Healthiest Metros
In the spirit of the New Year, a look at how U.S. cities stack up on measures like obesity and smoking
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Iowa Voters and the Economy
Caucus-goers say the economy is their top concern, but their state is doing much better than others
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How Good Is D.C. to Artists, Musicians, and Writers?
The city holds several advantages for creative types, despite its high cost of living
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Charts
Why Size Matters in Pro Sports Victories
When it comes to winning championships, big cities have some natural assets. But smaller areas can leverage their own advantages too
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More on What’s Left Over After Paying for Housing – Income Edition
Which cities come out on top when we look at a broader definition of wealth
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Maps
Why They Call Green Bay 'Titletown'
Why cities like Green Bay win an outsize number of championships
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Year in Review
The Geography of the Year in Music
The cities with the most singles on Pitchfork's 2011 "Best of" list
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Rankings
The U.S. Cities With the Most Leftover to Spend ... After Paying for Housing
The differences across metro areas are considerable
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Rankings
The U.S. Metros That Can Most Afford to Buy Gifts This Year
Unsurprisingly, 15 of the top 20 most economically advantaged metros are located on the East and West Coasts
