Building Northeast Ohio: From Vision to Development

About this event

What does it take to turn a vision for a project Northeast Ohio into a successful development?

Join us for an engaging evening bringing together leaders, professionals, and community stakeholders from Cleveland, Akron, and throughout Northeast Ohio to explore the people, partnerships, and decisions that shape our region's built environment.

From identifying community needs and developing architectural plans to securing financing and managing construction, successful real estate projects require collaboration across multiple industries.

Our distinguished panel of industry leaders will share perspectives on navigating the development process, overcoming challenges, and creating meaningful opportunities for growth throughout Cuyahoga and Summit counties.

What to Expect:

• Insightful discussion with leaders in real estate development, architecture, construction, community development, and commercial lending.

• Perspectives on the opportunities and challenges shaping development across Cleveland, Akron, and the surrounding region.

• An interactive audience Q&A.

• Opportunities to build valuable relationships with professionals and community leaders from across Northeast Ohio.

Featured Panelists

Dominic Ozanne- President, Ozanne Construction Company

David Robinson- Executive Director, Old Brooklyn Community Development Corporation

Dan Bender- Senior Vice President – Commercial Lending Team Leader, First Financial Bank

Joseph Matava- Principal and Director of Design, Peninsula Architects

Moderator

Nolan T. James, Jr.

Counsel, UB Greensfelder LLP

Co-Founder, CEO and General Counsel, Renovus Property Group

Proposed Event Schedule

5:30–6:00 PM | Networking & Connections

6:00–7:00 PM | Panel Discussion & Audience Q&A

7:00–7:30 PM | Continued Networking

Building Connections. Strengthening Northeast Ohio.

Whether you're involved in real estate, finance, architecture, construction, economic development, or community leadership, this event offers a valuable opportunity to exchange ideas, expand your network, and be part of the conversation shaping Northeast Ohio's future.

Join us as we connect Cleveland and Akron, bridge industries, and explore how great ideas become impactful developments.