We are passionate about developing a love of place.
We are passionate about developing a love of place – a love that respects all people, is rooted in history, is informed by evidence, and celebrates the abilities of all people to maximize their lives in their community.
Team
Patte Bettis-Eddie
Program Developer/Facilitator
Favorite Cleveland moment and why?
I love having all four seasons – often, all four in one week! I have to admit I love the Cuyahoga River burning stories.
Pam Crossman
Program Developer/Facilitator
Favorite thing about being from Cleveland?
I love being part of a hardworking community with amazing food, renown arts and culture, freshwater access, and so many cool things to do and see.
Greg Deegan
Executive Director
Ext. 1001
What’s your favorite thing to do in the Cleveland area?
Just about everything in University Circle – from the museums, to Wade Oval Wednesdays, there’s an energy and excitement there year-round.
Jen Forshey
Program Developer/Facilitator
What are you most proud of as a Clevelander?
Our love of the lake and our desire to take care of it.
Sally Hirsh
Program Coordinator
If Cleveland was a famous actor, who would it be?
Paul Newman of course! He's cool and tough and kind and of course good looking - just like Cleveland.
Erika Hood
Program Developer/Facilitator
What’s your favorite thing to do in the Cleveland area?
The Cleveland Air Show! I love sharing that moment with my family, especially my Uncle, an Army veteran!
Bri Lazarchik
Curriculum Director
Ext. 1003
What are you most proud of as a Clevelander?
The commitment to community development, growth, and rebirth is powerful. Cleveland's city neighborhoods and inner suburbs are all unique and passionate in their own ways and it makes for endless chances to become an engaged citizen.
Marc Nathanson
Development Director
Favorite thing about being a Clevelander?
I love the beauty of our city, the uniqueness of our history, and our “never quit” attitude.
Karissa Piper
Program Developer/Facilitator
Favorite Cleveland moment and why?
Autumn in Cleveland! The air is nippy, the trees turn gorgeous colors, and the weather is delightful!
Audrea Ramirez
Program Developer/Facilitator
What are you most proud of as a Clevelander?
My favorite thing about Cleveland is our city's diversity! Our city is not only a living example of diversity amongst its citizenry, but also in things to do.
Sarah Rose
Social Media Manager
Favorite thing about being a Clevelander?
I love the sense of genuine pride people have for their city and their genuine excitement to share the city with others
Erica Stehlik
Finance Manager
What’s your favorite thing to do in the Cleveland area?
Trying all of the great restaurants and enjoying the lake in the summer.
Gretchen Blackwell
Marketing & Publishing Associate
What is your favorite Cleveland moment?
As a recent Cleveland transplant, I’d say my personal favorite moment would be a Guardians game I attended the game with a group of my friends last summer. It was a perfectly Cleveland night!
Board
Daniel Anstandig
CEO and Co-founder, Futuri Media
Patte Bettis-Eddie
Program Developer/Facilitator
Shawn DaVis
Vice President of Business Development, Greater Cleveland Partnership