In this Nighttime Economy podcast episode, our guest is Michael Paul, nighttime economy advocate and Managing Partner for Optima Strategy Partners in Atlanta.

‘Out After Dark’ was recorded Aug. 16, 2023. Our panelists discussed the importance of LGBTQ+ nightlife and how it is responding to America’s current political climate.

Economic development. Mayors' offices. Tourism. Public safety. It's intriguing to us to learn where North America's nighttime advisors are being placed organizationally.