"For really world changing ideas to take root and thrive, you need a population and environment that is supportive of people who think differently," said Randy Howder.Randy Howder is the co-managing director of Gensler - the world's largest architecture firm.
"Art Gensler himself came from New York in the 60s and was able to create this company that really changed the face of our industry. And I think that was only possible by being here," Howder said.A growing trend of local companies stepping up to do more to help San Francisco.