Managing Principal at Neighborhood Strategies
Stéphanie contributes to Neighborhood Strategies more than 20 years of experience in community planning, project management, stakeholder and public engagement, public and private fundraising, government relations, and organizational leadership. She serves as the Managing Principal co-leading operations, business development, quality control, and project management. She has held key roles in community comprehensive plans, zoning updates, design guidelines, placemaking plans, redevelopment assessments, public funding applications, and regional studies across Ohio. Stéphanie uses her expertise in government and public relations, stakeholder engagement, fundraising, and project management to help communities thrive. With extensive experience in public and stakeholder engagement, Stéphanie crafts immersive community-led engagement initiatives with a focus on facilitating constructive dialogue. She is recognized for her ability to foster impactful community connections, facilitate strategic approaches for complex projects, and her dedication to civic engagement.
Revitalization isn’t driven by a single model—it’s a coordinated effort. Some organizations build momentum, some keep things running day to day, and others reshape the physical environment. Lasting success happens when those roles work together. This panel brings together district leaders from communities of varying sizes to share how they are implementing revitalization on the ground. Panelists will share real-world insights on how district-based approaches—specifically Special Improvement Districts (SIDs) and similar models—help support clean, safe, and vibrant environments. The conversation will highlight how these tools complement existing revitalization efforts and can be adapted for communities of all sizes and locations.