Testimonials
“Ken is an extremely effective communicator and team leader with multidisciplinary expertise. His work with the University of Miami, Knight Foundation communities, and the Urban Land Institute has always brought practical insights and creative solutions for anchor-community partnerships, including a keen understanding of urban real estate dynamics and the challenges of private developer partnerships with anchor institutions.
With a track record of success in urban revitalization, university-community partnerships and urban safety initiatives, his enthusiasm for applying the latest tools and techniques helps meet the needs and challenges of each unique situation and client."
Charles Bohl
Associate Professor and Director, Graduate Program in Real Estate Development and Urbanism, the University of Miami; and Chair, Urban Land Institute, Chair, Southeast Florida/Caribbean
"Ken’s unique approach to urban economic development has helped us improve safety perceptions, better engage our diverse stakeholders, and attract new developers and investors in both our downtown and neighborhood settings. He exceeded our expectations, changed our perspectives, and added tremendous value to our efforts in ways that will influence our work for many years."
Tony Brown
Executive Director, Riviera Beach Community Redevelopment Agency
"Ken played key roles in redeveloping downtown Cleveland and Akron, and his ability to create unique solutions based on marketplace realities has had a lasting impact on both places. Euclid Avenue, the Health Line, and University Park are just a few of the places that owe their success, in part, to Ken's early strategies and guidance. He stays focused on moving the dial and significantly improving ROI."
Adrian Byrne
Chair, Urban Land Institute, Cleveland District Council and President,Lund-Byrne Associates
“Ken brings unique perspectives and solutions to the field of anchor institution partnerships based on his pragmatic and strategic style as well as his laser focus on positive impacts and mutual benefits. His consensus-building skills have helped us move forward considerably on national policy and best practices.”