Business Quote by Anthony Foxx
“Not every innovation in transportation is going to come from government or even a large enterprise. There are smart people out there with tools and skills to come up with great ideas.”
About This Quote
Transportation breakthroughs often arise from individuals and small groups, not just governments or large corporations, highlighting grassroots innovation.
In simple terms: Great ideas can come from anyone, not just big entities.
Key Takeaway
Support and empower small innovators in transport.
Themes
innovation
transportation
grassroots
empowerment
Mood
optimistic
forward‑looking
Type
strategic
encouraging
When to use this quote
- start‑up development
- community projects
- academic research
- public‑private partnerships
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
entrepreneurship
technology
policy
public infrastructure
Questions to Reflect On
- How can policies better support independent transport innovators?
- What resources are most needed for grassroots breakthroughs?
A Different Perspective
Funding and regulatory hurdles can impede small innovators.
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