A cool series on hot topics
Cleveland is changing rapidly and you want to be in the know about things happening right now that will shape the long-term future of our city and region. The 2026 Summer Series is your opportunity to get new, up-to-the-moment information and exclusive access to those leading the work on some of the hottest topics and projects in the city. It is also a fantastic way to meet CLC alums and other community-minded individuals and expand your network.
The three sessions will take you on a dive deep into the crucial projects.
Session Details
All sessions 4:00-6:00 p.m. (plus an optional post-session happy hour)
$25 per single session
$60 bundle of all three sessions (Register for the series >)
Tuesday, June 16: Site Readiness & Cleveland’s Industrial Future
Speaker: Rick Barga (LC 2026), Manager of Site Identification & Development, Site Readiness Fund
Explore how site readiness, redevelopment, and infrastructure investment are shaping Cleveland’s industrial. Experience an interactive walking tour of the East 65th corridor and Warner & Swasey site to learn about current redevelopment efforts and future economic opportunities.
Tuesday, July 16: The Business of Soccer in Cleveland
Hear from leaders behind Forest City Cleveland and Cleveland Astra on the vision for professional soccer in Cleveland and how it could impact Cleveland’s economy, culture, and civic identity.
Tuesday, August 13: Sustainability & Innovation on the Great Lakes
Speaker: Kirsten Ellenbogen (LC 2014), President & CEO of the Great Lakes Science Center
Learn about the local collaborative efforts around water and advancing sustainability, water resource management, and Cleveland’s environmental future.
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To learn more about the Summer Series, email Austin Harris or call (216) 386-1588.