The event invites participants to use real data to help the City of Charlotte better understand and support local businesses and communities along the proposed Red Line corridor.
Ƶ’s STEM-designated MSBA Flex program in Charlotte will host The Charlotte Decision Challenge on Saturday, June 27, bringing together students, professionals, community leaders, career changers and Charlotte residents for a day of data-informed civic problem solving.
Developed in collaboration with the City of Charlotte, the challenge focuses on how local businesses and communities may be affected as the proposed Red Line corridor moves forward. Participants will work in teams to explore real data, uncover insights and develop practical recommendations that can help city leaders better understand potential impacts and identify opportunities for support.
The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Ƶ in Charlotte, located at 330 W. Tremont Avenue. No coding, programming or analytics experience is required.
“The Charlotte Decision Challenge reflects the kind of work our MSBA Flex program is designed to support,” said Mark Kurt, associate dean for the Martha and Spencer Love School of Business. “Participants will have the opportunity to use data in a practical, accessible way while contributing ideas that can support real decision-making in the Charlotte community.”
Individuals and teams are welcome to participate. The event is designed for anyone interested in business, analytics, public policy, economic development, transportation, community engagement or civic problem solving.
Breakfast, lunch and refreshments will be provided at no cost.