Business Intelligence for Sustainable Community Revitalization
Jennifer Scheel
City of Cleveland – Department of Economic Development
JENNIFER SCHEEL has spent over 15 years in the consulting industry, providing strategic analyses to defense, aerospace, and energy decision-makers. She led cross-functional teams in opportunity identification, source selection, decision analysis, and program execution. Most recently, she led a small business’s business development and operations as Chief of Staff. She is passionate about refocusing her business and data analytics expertise to support sustainability and equity goals in her hometown.
Project
The City of Cleveland, in collaboration with FUSE Executive Fellow Jennifer Scheel, is launching a transformative initiative to revitalize blighted properties, utilizing 30% of public land to create accessible jobs and capitalize on the city’s industrial heritage. Commencing in April 2024, Scheel will lead the development of an operational playbook grounded in equity, fostering responsible redevelopment through data-driven analyses. By April 2025, the project aims to repurpose 1000 urban acres, attract business expansion, and enhance economic competitiveness, contributing to environmental resilience and improved quality of life for residents.