Courage to Collaborate: Milenko Matanovic at TEDxTacoma

In his TEDxTacoma talk, Milenko shares ways that everyone can make a difference and help build community and connectivity, fostering a culture where collaboration becomes the norm.

Milenko Matanović is a nationally recognized thought leader who gained his reputation by successfully leading projects that involve people from all walks of life and all ages. He believes that empowering communities is the most efficient, foundational way for us to improve society. A passionate thinker, inspired teacher and insightful artist, Milenko accumulated his knowledge through decades of hands-on research and action.

In 1986, he started the non-profit Pomegranate Center to explore the art of creative collaboration, and to teach that, when it comes to community, together we always know more. He has worked with hundreds of communities worldwide and led the creation of more than 40 gathering places, and spoken at numerous universities and conferences. Milenko has also trained community leaders in the Pomegranate Center model of community building, receiving numerous awards for these contributions.

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