Jack has been obsessed with cities since the age of four, though he officially started his career in graduate school at the University of Louisville. Initially brought on board as a research intern with the city’s downtown community development corporation, he fell in love with data and figuring out the “Why?” of urban planning. The role expanded to include helping small businesses and property owners navigate complex permitting systems, prepare for streetscape overhauls, and other pressing issues. During his time in Louisville, Jack established the ULI Kentucky YLG and served as Co-Chair of the Programs Committee. Aiming to build on his research skills, Jack took a job as an Analyst for CBRE’s Cleveland office. There he was able to refine his report writing while working directly with clients to help make corporate real estate decisions. He likes to call this the time he learned how to “speak private sector.” Though only with the firm for a little over a year, Jack credits CBRE for the idea to work with ULI Cleveland on an Emerging Trends report specific to Northeast Ohio. He has authored the report for three years in conjunction with other volunteers and the district council’s YLG members. In his current role as a Project Manager at GBX Group, Jack is learning the complex world of acquiring and restoring historic buildings around the country. Specializing in state and federal historic preservation programs, GBX operates in many markets where traditional adaptive reuse may not pencil. He works closely with JV partners as well as the preservation-focused non-profit organizations. His role with the Urban Land Institute has grown to include a spot as Co-Chair of the Programs Committee, an instructor the Real Estate Diversity Initiative, and chairing the Steering Committee when Cleveland hosted the 2022 Young Leaders Exchange.