Minoli Ratnatunga

Cities, policy, & economic research.
Executive Advisor @StarInsightsLA Fellow @HeartlandFwd | Prior @FUSECorps @MilkenInstitute

[Heartland Forward @HeartlandFwd]

NEW: Today we released Part 1 of our research on #PlaceBased #EconomicDevelopment, a multi-part study by @maryann_feldman & @minolir that develops a framework for how states & cities can hone their competitive advantage ⤵️
https://t.co/wkjnYBcWBf

[Ross DeVol @DevolRoss]

This report reimagines health care delivery, making clear it would benefit residents of rural communities in the American heartland. It addresses challenges to delivery and offers a policy vision for a more accessible and equitable system. https://t.co/jtH49EG1NT

[Minoli Ratnatunga @minolir]

@GAdamBruns @GAdamBruns Thanks! Still thinking about policies that can help regional economies thrive, just in a new venue.

[Minoli Ratnatunga @minolir]

Research at universities and institutes help drive state economies through #TechTransfer. In our new #HeartlandForward report, we look at the contributions of leading systems and institutions https://t.co/xX8Z4jpR0p #R2R2

[Heartland Forward @HeartlandFwd]

We are loving all the traction our report on university tech transfer is STILL receiving. Much of this is owed to Forbes contributor @DerekTNG who recently shared great commentary on it @maryann_feldman @minolir @DevolRoss #economicdevelopment #innovation #entreprensurship

[Mark Muro @MarkMuro1]

University based innovation still matters for many regions.

See this new benchmarking from @maryann_feldman @DevolRoss @dshidel @minolir on schools' success at tech transfer, commercialization & regional economic development.

https://t.co/fP6H3l3Iwn

[Minoli Ratnatunga @minolir]

Is your state lagging behind in encouraging #entrepreneurship? Check out @HeartlandFwd new Entrepreneurial Capacity Index tool to determine what policymakers can do to improve their region's #EntrepreneurialEcosystem https://t.co/jAx10vpHPj

[Minoli Ratnatunga @minolir]

This Friday is the release of the @NogoingbackLA #LoveLetter to Black LA! Join @aprildverrett and members of our Black Experience Action Team for an important conversation about the future of #LosAngeles. Register: https://t.co/P2i3mEqG15 #NoGoingBackLA #InvestinBlackLA

[Minoli Ratnatunga @minolir]

Great to see @ssti_org echo our emphasis on innovation as a critical driver of economic prosperity in the @HeartlandFwd Arkansas Economic Recovery Strategy.
Article: https://t.co/fwCEu756mP | Report: https://t.co/DjjJc28DUy

[Minoli Ratnatunga @minolir]

We need a new approach to address homelessness in Los Angeles. As part of the No Going Back LA initiative, Cal State LA proposes "We’re Not Giving Up: A Plan for Homelessness Governance in Los Angeles" read more: https://t.co/F2yuuD86ny

[Minoli Ratnatunga @minolir]

.@HeartlandFwd's new report finds manufacturers increasingly look to the U.S. when relocating from abroad. To sustain our progress, policymakers should invest in STEM education to cultivate a talented, competitive manufacturing workforce. Read more: https://t.co/XMkAZsXQhI

[Minoli Ratnatunga @minolir]

.@HeartlandFwd just released the annual rankings of America's most dynamic cities. Our report examines how cities were faring economically before COVID-19 and how they can position themselves to weather the storm: https://t.co/bdb3XwOLSc #HeartlandEcon

[Minoli Ratnatunga @minolir]

Effective regional recovery strategies, like economic development approaches, build on the specific strengths & character of a region. But we can learn from others' approaches, too. My colleagues @HeartlandFwd have put together a plan for Northwest Arkansas full of great ideas

[Heartland Forward @HeartlandFwd]

NEW TODAY: @HeartlandFwd's Northwest Arkansas Recovery Strategy lays out 7 big ideas to spur economic recovery and to position the region as an economic, cultural, and wellness hub. The full plan: https://t.co/SEMlFGlWZd

[Minoli Ratnatunga @minolir]

The rankings help show which locations may be well-positioned to capitalize on movement from larger metro areas and which may be more vulnerable.
Check out the rankings to see how your city stacks up: https://t.co/NXfevSGAr1

[Minoli Ratnatunga @minolir]

COVID-19 will change the economic prospects of communities nationwide. Our list of the most dynamic small cities across the country explores how these smaller economies fared before the pandemic. (1/2)

[Gustavo Alejandro (Alex) Castillo 🇺🇸 @alexcastillousa]

A huge congrats to the Committee for Greater LA @NogoingbackLA on an exceptional report. Special props to my @StarInsightsLA colleagues on their work on the report! #NoGoingBackLA #StarInsights

[Minoli Ratnatunga @minolir]

An increasing number of today's children will not grow up to be better off than their parents & the current crisis may exacerbate those trends. @HeartlandFwd used @OppInsights data to break down how economic opportunity is changing in the Heartland: https://t.co/z81oAHidpx

[Heartland Forward @HeartlandFwd]

*NEW* Today: @HeartlandFwd released research on the link between entrepreneurship & economic growth. The key finding: A higher share of employment at "young firms" = higher employment growth for cities. Read our latest: https://t.co/WGkwYWW75J #HeartlandEcon

[Minoli Ratnatunga @minolir]

Excited to be joining a team dedicated to creating knowledge-based and inclusive growth in the communities they serve.

[Heartland Forward @HeartlandFwd]

ANNOUNCING: Today @HeartlandFwd welcomes economist @minolir as a research fellow to conduct analysis on economic performance and development in the American Heartland.

Read more here: https://t.co/gdDFPgNcVk

[Minoli Ratnatunga @minolir]

Thrilled to be starting a year in public service with @FUSECorps helping @LACountyWDACS plan for the service needs of a growing aging population.

[FUSE @FUSECorps]

Our new Spring fellows are finishing up their first week. They are working on community-oriented policing in @CityPGH, planning for the service needs of a growing aging population in @CountyofLA, expanding access to WiFi in underserved communities in @CityofSanJose, and more.