LEADER LUNCH BREAK ARCHIVE

Get the latest from the Cleveland Talent Alliance, a regional consortium dedicated to talent attraction and retention in Greater Cleveland, on their impact. Hear about the Alliance’s growing work in higher education, including efforts to engage college students and interns right here in Cleveland this summer.

Since its establishment in May 2025, the Cuyahoga County Office of Violence Prevention has been building a countywide, data-driven approach to public safety, rooted in the belief that prevention is as essential as policing. Learn about the first year of this landmark initiative and Myesha’s vision for addressing the root causes of violence, from trauma and poverty to lack of opportunity, through community-based solutions. Hear firsthand how the office is bringing together municipal leaders, community partners, and public health experts with one shared purpose: to stop violence before it starts.

Since 2000, NOPEC (Northeast Ohio Public Energy Council) has leveraged the collective buying power of 240+ member communities across Ohio to negotiate competitive energy rates, saving residents and businesses hundreds of millions of dollars. Beyond energy savings, NOPEC provides member communities with programs and resources to reduce their carbon footprint, supports clean and renewable energy options, and educates residents and businesses on sustainable energy practices. Get an inside look at how NOPEC’s mission to aggregate, educate, and advocate is powering communities across Northeast Ohio.

Explore Ohio’s pivotal role in the history of the American film industry. From Thomas Edison’s early motion picture work in the Cleveland Flats to the Warner Brothers’ origins in Youngstown, Ohio’s contributions to cinema run deeper than most people realize. Learn about the state’s unique legacy through Ohio Goes to the Movies, a featured initiative of the America 250 Ohio celebration.

First Federal Lakewood has built its identity around more than banking; it’s a community institution committed to strengthening the neighborhoods it serves. Hear the story behind the bank’s community engagement efforts, with a focus on financial literacy programs reaching youth, adults, and underserved communities across Northeast Ohio. Gain a deeper understanding of how one local bank is turning financial education into lasting community impact.

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.