A new model for building successful local news and information communities: An interview with Mark Potts of GrowthSpur

Despite the fact that he has just launched a new company and is working harder than ever consulting media and internet companies, the formidable, self-proclaimed Recovering Journalist, Mark Potts (someone I've long admired and respected) found time in his busy schedule to talk with me about his new endeavor. GrowthSpur, is a company that provides tools and ad networks to help local Web sites succeed.

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