LEADER LUNCH BREAK ARCHIVE

The Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities works to empower individuals with developmental disabilities at every stage of life. Get a glimpse behind the curtain of the organization’s work, from early childhood services to adult housing and workforce development. Walk away with a clearer picture of the challenges and opportunities shaping Cuyahoga DD’s future, and the vision to drive it forward.

Burke Lakefront Airport’s future has been a hotly debated topic for decades, and the question of what to do with 450 acres of prime lakefront property is now at a critical crossroads. Hear where the discussion stands today, learn about the new land uses on the table that will transform it into an asset that drives public waterfront access and economic impact, and understand the key questions that still to be resolved.

The Port of Cleveland is more than a hub for ships and cargo, it’s one of Northeast Ohio’s most powerful economic engines, generating over $7 billion in regional impact annually. Hear Jeff’s early observations after stepping into the President & CEO role in September 2025 and the vision he’s bringing to one of the Great Lakes’ most significant ports.

The United States of Kindness is a nationwide movement launching in April that invites every American to participate in 250 Acts of Kindness in honor of the nation’s 250th anniversary. The movement aims to make kindness a defining national value to strengthen connection and build a legacy of unity that extends well beyond 2026.

Reach Out and Read Ohio integrates books and early literacy guidance into routine well-child visits, partnering with pediatricians and clinicians to support healthy brain development and school readiness from birth. Learn about their mission to reach every child in Ohio, particularly those in under-resourced communities, and the vision, impact, and goals driving that work. Hear about their partnerships with health care providers, community organizations, and local leaders to build a more equitable foundation for children’s long-term success.

Alison described Cleveland SCORES’ mission to combine soccer, poetry, and service learning to promote healthy habits, literacy, civic engagement, and social-emotional learning for K–8 students. She highlighted the program’s school-based, free structure as central to removing access barriers, and underscored why Social Emotional Learning-infused sports programs matter for students’ long-term success.