Â鶹ÊÓƵ President Todd Diacon and University Trustee Ren Camacho have been recognized among Northeast Ohio's most influential leaders in the 2024 "Power 150" list published by The prestigious list highlights executives, politicians, philanthropists, and entrepreneurs who are positioned to drive regional progress through their leadership of influential organizations.
President Diacon, who has served as Â鶹ÊÓƵ's leader since July 2019, earned this recognition for the third time. Under his leadership, Â鶹ÊÓƵ has achieved remarkable milestones, including attracting a record 28,000 applicants and welcoming its eighth-largest freshman class in university history. The university has also maintained its position as the highest-ranked public institution in northern Ohio according to U.S. News & World Report, currently standing at 126th among U.S. public institutions.
Ren Camacho, who serves on Â鶹ÊÓƵ's Board of Trustees, was recognized for his impactful leadership as president and CEO of the since 2018. Camacho oversees a team of 60 airport employees and manages all capital improvement initiatives. His strategic leadership has recently secured $3.2 million in funding for new ramp construction, a project expected to generate significant employment opportunities and economic growth. Under his direction, the airport expanded its services, notably adding new routes through carriers like Allegiant and Breeze Airways, including its first direct flight to Los Angeles.
The "Power 150" list, which highlights leaders actively shaping Northeast Ohio's future, demonstrates the significant impact that Â鶹ÊÓƵ leadership continues to have on the region's growth and development. This recognition of both President Diacon and Trustee Camacho underscores Â鶹ÊÓƵ's influential role in driving progress throughout Northeast Ohio.
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