Laura Jones Hardman interview, April 11, 2011
Scope and Contents
Interviewed by Harvey Newman and Andrea Young. In the interview, Laura Hardman discusses the Atlanta Way, the cooperative, connective way that Atlanta solves it's problems. She speaks a little bit about her childhood, and tells some stories about her father's involvement government at various levels. She then discusses eductaion and philanthropy in Atlanta, and how businesses in Atlatna have a culture of philanthrope and community building. She discusses diversity and racism as well. She ends on leadership and community involvement in the next generation, as well as entrepreneurship.
Dates
- Creation: April 11, 2011
Creator
- Hardman, Laura Jones (Interviewee, Person)
Restrictions on Access
Available in Reading Room and online.
Biographical Note
Laura Jones Hardman was born in Atlanta, GA. She graduated from Emory, and then Harvard, then returned to Atlanta to work for the Red Cross, where she met her husband. She has dedicated much of her life to non-profit work, and serves on Emory's board of trustees.
Extent
1 Interview(s) (1 folder, audio (1:47:22 duration))
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
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