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 RTP Foundation's #RTP180 showcases Triangle's best

The Research Triangle Foundation brought new energy to a tired research park Tuesday night with its new entrepreneur and innovator event called #RTP180, which showcased the Triangle's entrepreneurial diversity.

 George Simpson, first executive director of RTP, dies at age 91

George Simpson, remembered as a primary founder and the "brains" behind the founding of Research Triangle Park, died recently following a lengthy illness.

 RTP leaders launch 'Perception' study to help shape future

As many people with an appreciation of RTP's rich history from humble beginnings to a world-class presence mourn the passing of a key Park founder, George Simpson, several organizations have expanded a "Perception Study" into another phase - seeking public attitudes and views - as part of a plan to shape the future.

How do we, world see RTP? "Perception" survey underway

 Triangle Foundation names private sector developer for new strategic plan

The Research Triangle Foundation, which oversees Research Triangle Park, has picked international real estate development firm Hines as its private sector partner for implementation of a new strategic plan governing the Park's future. A mixed-use project including apartments and town homes is already on the drawing board.

RTP Foundation envisions multiple more urban centers

 RTP must be re-invented, new strategic plan says

A new strategic plan for the future of the Research Triangle Park warns that leaders must "re-invent" North Carolina's "cradle of innovation" over the next 50 years because the current model "is not strategically sustainable," says the RTP Foundation, which runs the Park.

Strategic plan calls for more urban feel in Park

 New plan promises breathtaking rebirth for Research Triangle Park

The new strategic plan for the next 50 years of Research Triangle Park is breathtaking in its vision and scope. What is at stake can't be underestimated - a rebirth for the "Golden Triangle" or a slow decline.

Light rail in RTP future?

 New master plan for RTP to be unveiled Nov. 9

Future blueprint for Research Triangle Park and the selection of a private sector partner to assist with its implementation will be disclosed by the Research Triangle Foundation on Nov. 9.

An aerial view of RTP Commons

 Wake OKs zoning changes to give RTP more urban feel

RTP board members are looking to modernize the 50-year-old, 7,000-acre park by encouraging retail, restaurants, hotels and residential development. The new zoning changes will also allow for more small spaces that board members hope will foster entrepreneurship and incubator projects. A new design would also foster more collaboration between RTP businesses.

An aerial view of RTP Commons

 RTP Foundation hires former Clemson exec to lead business development

Mason Ailstock is a former colleague of Bob Geolas, who was named CEO of the Foundation last November.

 RTP Foundation names new chairman, adds five directors

Robert Ingram replaces long-time chairman David Ward. Former IBM executive Richard Daugherty also leaves the board, which oversees Research Triangle Park.

 Former NCSU Centennial Campus exec takes over as RTP's CEO

Robert Geolas, an NCSU graduate and a former executive at NCSU's Centennial Campus, will lead RTP's future development efforts. He most recently headed economic development and a center for auto research at Clemson.

Robert Geolas

 Research Triangle Foundation names Clemson exec as new CEO

Robert Geolas, an NCSU graduate and a former executive at NCSU's Centennial Campus, will lead RTP's future development efforts. He most recently headed economic development and a center for auto research at Clemson.