How Columbus, Ohio Became America's Smart City

The video discusses Columbus's designation as a smart city and its role as a hub for unicorn startups. It highlights the city's focus on public-private partnerships, affordability, mobility, and talent to foster an entrepreneurial environment. Columbus's comprehensive strategy includes supporting existing companies and attracting global ones, enhancing commercialization, and improving public transportation with Smart Columbus. The city's experience with Amazon HQ2 and partnerships with big tech companies like Alphabet Labs are also explored, emphasizing Columbus's bright future in technology and economic development.

What is one of the key factors that Columbus attributes to its success as a startup hub?

• High population density

• Public-private partnerships

• Low tax rates

• Proximity to the coast

What is a major focus of Columbus's strategy to foster an entrepreneurial environment?

• Increasing tourism

• Building more residential areas

• Attracting global companies

• Reducing public transportation

What initiative has been critical to Columbus's progress in electric vehicle adoption?

• Smart Columbus

• Electric Future

• Eco Columbus

• Green Ohio

How has Columbus's corporate leadership contributed to the city's transportation advancements?

• By reducing public transport options

• By investing in a smart grid

• By increasing parking fees

• By building more highways

What was Columbus's role in Amazon's HQ2 process?

• They were not involved

• They were a finalist

• They withdrew early

• They hosted the final decision

How does Columbus view its relationship with Amazon?

• As a temporary collaboration

• As a new opportunity

• As an existing industry partner

• As a competitor

What is Columbus's outlook on its future with technology companies?

• Cautious and reserved

• Excited and optimistic

• Indifferent and neutral

• Skeptical and doubtful