The Clevelander
Stay in the know with The Clevelander — your five-minute daily briefing on the people, projects, and trends shaping Greater Cleveland’s business scene. Enhanced by AI, each episode delivers data-informed insights and rapid updates on the region’s economy, innovation, and community growth — all designed for busy professionals who want to stay ahead without slowing down.
Episodes
A collapsing hillside. A critical shipping corridor at risk. And now, a 25-acre riverfront park that will help connect Greater Cleveland in an entirely new way.
Irishtown Bend is going from one of Cleveland’s biggest infrastructure risks to one of its most exciting public spaces — and a key link connecting a national park to one of our greatest natural resources.
We break down what happened, what’s next, and why it matters.
Cleveland is making some of the biggest entertainment and development bets in its modern history. In this episode, we explore two major projects that could reshape the region’s economy, identity, and future: a new riverfront amphitheater in Downtown Cleveland and the Cleveland Browns’ new $2.4 billion domed stadium in Brook Park, which has officially broken ground.
The 6,200-seat amphitheater along the Cuyahoga River is de...
Cleveland just ranked ahead of cities like Detroit, Pittsburgh, and Columbus in economic growth, once again challenging the old Rust Belt narrative. In this episode, we break down the Greater Cleveland Partnership’s annual Growth Rankings and what the numbers actually show.
Business growth. Income growth. Record-low unemployment. A regional economy topping $293 billion. But there’s a twist: job growth is lagging — not because jobs a...
When people talk about innovation, they usually think Silicon Valley or Boston. But some of the most meaningful problem-solving is happening right here in Cleveland. This week, we dig into Case Western Reserve University’s global recognition, the real-world impact behind the ranking, and how university-driven innovation is helping position Greater Cleveland for its next chapter.
TIME Rankings: https://time.com/7358185/top-universiti...
2026 is shaping up to be a hinge year for Greater Cleveland. From a new stadium campus and a reimagined Rock Hall, to long-awaited riverfront and lakefront access, major projects are coming online at the same time — and starting to connect. This episode breaks down what’s happening, why it matters, and how it’s changing the way people experience the city.
2025 felt different in Greater Cleveland, and I wasn't because of one headline or one project.
In this episode of The Clevelander, we look back at a year where momentum became tangible. Major employers expanded, transformative projects moved forward, more graduates chose to stay, and the region rewrote the playbook on revitalization.
This year showed us what happens when long-term investments in industry, tal...
2025 was Cleveland's big year on the big screen. We break down Superman’s strong run after its 2024 shoot here, the recent announcement of $17M in Ohio Motion Picture Tax Credits, and what that could mean for the Superman sequel. We also stop into the Cleveland History Center’s Hollywood on the Cuyahoga exhibit, and spotlight the nationwide release of "Lost & Found in Cleveland."
Making Metropolis - The ...
Decades after helping define Cleveland’s industrial rise, the Cuyahoga River is now powering its next chapter. From new trails and parks to riverfront housing, transformative developments are creating a more connected, livable city for everyone.
Learn more at GreaterCLE.com
Greater Cleveland Partnership CEO Baiju Shah delivered a speech at the City Club of Cleveland titled “Embracing Abundance and the Future of Greater Cleveland.” His message: Cleveland is rising, but to realize its full potential, we must grow our population, super-skill our workforce, and embrace an abundance mindset.
It’s Cleveland’s moment—if we choose to aim boldly.
Learn more at GreaterCLE.com
GCP just hosted Best of Tech Day 2025—the 19th Annual Best of Tech Awards—and rolled out a Best of Tech List spotlighting 108 honorees across startups, mid-market tech, education/access, growth enablers, and community groups.
See who made the list: http://bit.ly/4mn6pTi
Cleveland just crowned its newest small-business champions. In this episode, we break down the Cleveland Chain Reaction Season 8 finale—who won, what they do, and why the judges picked them. Meet Daisy Makes (3D-printed cake-pop tools), Be Browed Etcetera (PMU clinic + Ohio’s only state-accredited PMU school), and The Golden Room (salon care designed for senior women).
Plus, a quick heads-up: COSE’s BIG Summit is Oct 16—a full day o...
Rumors of a certain NFL star and global pop icon house-hunting in Northeast Ohio made headlines—but the real story runs deeper. In this episode of The Clevelander, we explore why Greater Cleveland’s housing market is drawing attention from celebrities and everyday buyers alike.
Learn more at GreaterCLE.com
Greater Cleveland is one of the Top 10 metros and Top 5 in the Midwest for young, college-degreed professionals—as highlighted by The Wall Street Journal. 🏙️🎓
In a tightening job market, Greater Cleveland stands out with strong hiring, affordability, and growing opportunities in sectors like tech, finance and healthcare—according to a new study by the ADP Research Institute. For recent grads ready to launch their careers...
In this episode of The Clevelander, we dive into how Cleveland played a starring role in the new Superman movie — not just on screen, but behind the scenes as well.
From Public Square becoming Metropolis’ bustling city center to the Leader Building standing tall as the Daily Planet, our city’s architecture, history, and energy took center stage. But the real story? The $77.8 million in local production spending that’s driving jobs, ...
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame recently launched its newest exhibit, "SNL: Ladies and Gentlemen...50 Years of Music." The immersive exhibit brings the largest collection of Saturday Night Live memorabilia outside of Studio 8H to Cleveland, including iconic outfits, rare musical performances, and a vibe that channels NYC energy.
At the opening celebration, we had to chance to ask SNL alum Fred Armisen about his ...
Five years after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic and the global shift to remote work, a survey by the Greater Cleveland Partnership (GCP) and Downtown Cleveland, Inc. (DCI) looks at the return-to-office trend, and what it means for the region.
Learn more at GreaterCLE.com
“What’s next” for Greater Cleveland? More than 1,000 business and civic leaders gathered at the Huntington Convention Center on May 6 to find out at the Greater Cleveland Partnership's 2025 Annual Event. It was an afternoon of energy, optimism and big-picture thinking about our region’s future.
Learn some of the key takeaways on this week's episode of The Clevelander.
Cities nationwide are facing post-pandemic office vacancies—and many are looking to Cleveland for inspiration.
From the Rose Building's transformation to a growing trend of office-to-residential conversions, Cleveland is leading the way.
Learn more at GreaterCLE.com.
The O.H.I.O. fund is driving Ohio's growth with nine bold investments so far, and a 10th on the horizon.
From real estate to biotech and small businesses, the fund is making a major impact. Modeled after Singapore's Temasek, it's already raised over $125M towards its $500M goal. With an expanding presence in Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati, the fund is accelerating Ohio's economic future.
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A coalition of Ohio’s leading business organizations is backing the effort to bring NASA Headquarters to Ohio, the birthplace of aviation and a national aerospace leader.
With assets like NASA Glenn Research Center, a strong aerospace manufacturing base, and top research institutions, Greater Cleveland is ready to support NASA’s missions to the Moon, Mars, and beyond.
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