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Changing Austin explores the intersection of business and philanthropy.

We invite entrepreneurs, leaders, and those who are bridging the gap between yesterday and tomorrow.

We explore how to adapt, maintain values, and move forward no matter what.

These are stories of how Austin organizations both change and are changed by our city.

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Why Austin’s Award-Winning Restaurant Scene Starts with Its Workers

We don’t want to have a bunch of chain restaurants in Austin. We want to keep Austin a unique place.
Kara Hanaoka
executive director of Good Work Austin
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Why good economic policies will play a big role in keeping Austin’s restaurant scene growing
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