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THE WAY FORWARD LEADER LUNCH BREAK

April 12, 2021
The Way Forward Leader Lunch Breaks are a series of virtual (via Zoom) discussions and workshops hosted by the Cleveland Leadership Center to discuss topics to help the community move forward in our new and uncertain world. Michael Jeans (LC 2016) joined the Cleveland Leadership Center in highlighting Adverse Childhood Experiences.

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GO GREEN ENERGY FUND

Oct 17, 2022

Michael Jeans spends time with Ed "Flash" Ferenc of Flashpoint NOW discussing the GO Green Energy Fund as Ohio's Green Bank.

GO Green Energy solar project could help build wealth and lower utility bills in Hough

Nov 12, 2020

The GO Green Energy Fund is set to bring community solar to Northeast Ohio. Michael Jeans speaks with ABC News 5 Cleveland regarding plans to provide opportunity for investment, equity and generation of clean energy in Cleveland neighborhoods.

Help Wanted: Wealth Building in Minority Communities

May 15, 2019

The racial wealth gap is one of the more pressing economic issues facing cities across the country. Because of a history slavery and oppression, discrimination, and Jim Crow laws, most African Americans were not afforded the opportunities to build wealth—and pass it down to the next generation—at the rate of their white counterparts. This history, coupled with the rising variety of disparities today, means many people of color are still struggling to realize the American Dream.

Growth Opps and Citizens Bank on WKYC Channel 3 Live on Lakeside

May 28, 2019

Growth Opps President & CEO, Michael Jeans spent time with Ndeda Letson of Citizens Bank and the WKYC Channel 3 Live On Lakeside team to discuss the strong partnership between Growth Opps and Citizens Bank supporting financial education and small business growth.