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How Will Copyright Handle AI Art When it Still Hasn’t Figured Out Sampling in Music?

How Will Copyright Handle AI Art When it Still Hasn’t Figured Out Sampling in Music?

Like many people, I’ve been messing around, trying to break things with AI tools to make images, writing, and music.
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Jake Trussell
Jun 9
Will Chicago’s Next Mayor See the Importance of Investing in Creatives for Economic Growth?

Will Chicago’s Next Mayor See the Importance of Investing in Creatives for Economic Growth?

Creative vibrancy grows neighborhood economies from the ground up, keeps Chicago on the global stage, and builds a strong workforce.
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Jake Trussell
Mar 24
Passion for Working Late

Passion for Working Late

Retirement sounds like it would be nice if work had not been enjoyable.
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Jake Trussell
Jul 22, 2019
This 6-Step Design Thinking Method Could Improve Employee Experience

This 6-Step Design Thinking Method Could Improve Employee Experience

While many organizations have become adept at designing great customer experiences that lead to strong brand affinity, there are far fewer…
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Jake Trussell
Jun 10, 2019
Employee Experience Design is Key for an Exceptional Customer Experience

Employee Experience Design is Key for an Exceptional Customer Experience

Meaningful brand interactions can forge positive relationships with customers. This is amplified when employees also feel good …
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Jake Trussell
May 25, 2019
Rumination on Innovation

Rumination on Innovation

To innovate is to alter established practices by introducing new ideas. It’s fundamentally creative, but it’s also a science …
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Jake Trussell
May 29, 2018
Elevating Creative Economies

Elevating Creative Economies

A region’s creatives are at the center of its story as they and their businesses drive innovation, economic growth and job creation.
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Jake Trussell
Apr 29, 2016
Rebranding: A Case Study

Rebranding: A Case Study

Refreshed positioning and identity shed new light on the who, what and why.
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Jake Trussell
May 26, 2015
Which Came First, Creatives or the Cash?

Which Came First, Creatives or the Cash?

How Does the Creative Economy Impact Economic Development?
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Jake Trussell
May 17, 2012
Building Site Selector

Building Site Selector

Mapping Optimal Business Locations in Chicago
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Jake Trussell
Nov 8, 2011
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