Great Lakes Funding Network's
Upcoming Events
September 28, 2026 - LuncheonDoors open at 11:30
Location: Holiday Inn South—6001 Rockside Road, Independence, OH
Our guest speaker will be: Lowell Perry, Jr.
Lowell Perry, Jr. is the Chief Diversity Officer,
VP Corporate & Community Engagement for the
Greater Cleveland Film Commission. Prior to his
return to Cleveland, he was the Executive
Director of the Yuma Crossing National Heritage
Area where he was successful in attracting over
$11.25 million in restoration and preservation
investment commitments for the Yuma Territorial
Prison, Colorado River State Historic Park, Yuma
Wetlands.
The former NFL front office executive also provides organizational development and DEI consulting support to small businesses, with a focus on achieving a more vibrant organizational culture.
A Yale graduate and polished keynote speaker, Perry has done numerous industrial training films, voiceovers, commercials, feature films and television. Life member Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Secretary of the Yale Alumni Association of Cleveland.
Members - $45
Non-Members - $55
October 14, 2026 - Clambake at Tony K's Bar and Grille Starts at 5:30
Location: 841 W. Bagley Road, Berea, OH
You have the choice of chicken or a 1/2 slab of ribs. To get the ribs, you will need to email or call Josh Feldman at joshfeldman@aim.com or 216)534-2759.
Members - $55
Members Guest - $55
Non-Members - $75
Members + Dozen Extra Clams - $70
Members Guest + Dozen Extra Clams - $70
Non-Members + Dozen Extra Clams - $90