This program year, SMPS Northeast Ohio’s luncheon series will explore what it means to go beyond the build—delivering value across the entire project lifecycle, from early planning and funding strategies, through design and construction, and into long-term operations. Our Beyond the Build theme speaks directly to client priorities: capital planning, user experience, phasing, flexibility, and measurable ROI. We will uncover how AEC teams can better understand owner goals, align solutions to long-term needs, and create projects that deliver enduring impact.

In February, we’ll focus on how workforce development and social value initiatives contribute to meaningful outcomes in the building process. Through a panel discussion featuring leaders engaged in workforce development and community initiatives, the session will explore approaches to creating pathways for young people to enter and thrive in the AEC industry, and how these efforts can generate broader benefits for communities and organizations.

Join us to examine how integrating social value into project delivery can enhance workforce engagement, support long-term success, and help AEC teams deliver impact that goes beyond the build.

MODERATOR

CHRISTOPHER NANCE
Vice President - Construction and Inclusive Talent Initiatives

Greater Cleveland Partnership

Christopher B. Nance, a native Clevelander, has built a diverse career spanning the private, non-profit, and public sectors in Ohio, Connecticut, and New York. Notably, Nance served as Deputy District Director for Congresswoman Stephanie Tubbs Jones and as Assistant Secretary of State to Ohio’s Secretary of State. Currently, Chris holds the position of Vice President of Construction at the Greater Cleveland Partnership, Ohio’s largest chamber of commerce. In this role, Chris is dedicated to connecting underrepresented individuals across various sectors to job and business opportunities. Nance earned a Bachelor's degree from Boston College and a Master’s in Business Administration from Cleveland State University. Additionally, Chris is actively engaged in civic duties, serving as a Trustee at Cleveland Clinic - Lutheran Hospital.

PANELISTS

CRAIG DORN
President and CEO

Youth Opportunities Unlimited (Y.O.U)

Craig Dorn, President and CEO, joined Y.O.U. in 1989. Craig has headed operations, programs and strategic planning throughout his Y.O.U. career. In addition, he has led efforts to create a culture that gathers and uses data to drive decision making. These efforts led to Y.O.U. being recognized by the Edna McConnell Clark Foundation as one of only 13 organizations nation-wide selected for its PropelNext initiative. He has also built numerous partnerships and collaborations with schools, community-based organizations, municipalities, and faith-based institutions to help Y.O.U. realize its vision of a greater community working together to ensure every young person is ready to pursue a path to economic self-sufficiency. Under Craig’s tenure Y.O.U. has been named a best place to work in Northeast Ohio in 2023 and 2024.

Craig has served on several committees and Boards including the United Way Vision Council on Strong Families/Successful Children; Cuyahoga County Workforce Investment Act Youth Council; a member of the Bowling Green State University Honors College Advisory Council and Adoption Network Cleveland, where he served a term as Vice Chair. Currently he serves as Chair of the Literacy Cooperative Board; a member of ReSource Cle Board of Directors and the Cuyahoga Community College Workforce Board of Visitors. Craig is a graduate of the Leadership Cleveland Civic Leadership Institute and is a member of the 2022 Leadership Cleveland class. He earned his Bachelor’s degree from Bowling Green State University and an M.S. in education from Syracuse University. 

LOTHARIO MARCHMON
President 

Community Career Outreach

Lothario Marchmon is a seasoned developer, builder, and construction executive with more than 16 years of experience delivering complex, community-centered real estate and construction projects throughout the Greater Cleveland region. As President of Community Career Outreach (CCO), Lothario leads a multi-million dollar construction and workforce development firm delivering projects ranging from $250,000 to more than $20 million. Under his leadership, CCO has grown into a trusted partner for developers, institutions, and public entities seeking a builder that understands both the technical rigor of construction and the operational realities of urban development.

Prior to founding CCO, Lothario held senior real estate development and construction management roles within Cleveland’s development ecosystem, where he directly managed and supported over $100 million in real estate development activity. A defining element of Lothario’s leadership is his expertise in workforce integration, Section 3 compliance, and labor force deployment. He has built scalable systems that connect local talent to skilled construction opportunities while meeting the performance demands of major development projects. 

ADRIANNE SHADD, M.Ed.
Manager of Workforce Development and Outreach

University Hospitals Health System

Adrianne Shadd is the Manager of Workforce Development and Outreach at University Hospitals Health System, where she leads initiatives that strengthen talent pipelines, expand equitable access to healthcare careers, and support system-wide recruitment. With more than 25 years of experience in Human Resources and talent acquisition, Adrianne has worked across multiple industries, including healthcare, staffing, transportation/logistics, and retail. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications and Sociology from Baldwin Wallace College and a Master of Education in Adult Learning and Development from Cleveland State University. At University Hospitals, she oversees the nationally recognized Step Up to UH workforce development program, innovative healthcare apprenticeships, and diversity outreach efforts focused on inclusion of underrepresented populations. Adrianne is a respected leader and sought-after voice in the regional and national workforce development ecosystem.

GLEN SHUMATE
Executive Vice President

Construction Employers Association

Glen Shumate is the Executive Vice President of the Construction Employers Association, leading Education, Marketing, Diversity & Inclusion, Workforce, and Government/Public Affairs programs. With 25+ years of leadership in program development, communications, and advocacy, Glen has driven initiatives such as the Construction Management Academy Program/ACE Mentor Program and the Business Mentor Protégé Program. He is involved in numerous civic, community, and industry organizations, including ACE Mentor Cleveland, the Cleveland Restoration Society, and the Cleveland Port Authority. Glen is committed to advancing community development across Northern Ohio.

Glen has distinguished himself as an innovator in communications & marketing, public affairs, and business development. He is committed to developing programs to increase engagement, program results and communications. Glen is experienced in small business capacity building and advancing business and community programs (with the public and private sectors). These experiences provide Glen the foundation for advancement of inclusion, in enterprise, workforce and youth programs for Greater Cleveland development projects including: ODOT projects - George V. Voinovich/Inner Belt Bridge and Opportunity Corridor; commercial development projects – Nucleus, Cleveland Flats East Bank, and numerous public projects.

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