OPEN YOUR HEART Breakfast
2023 Inaugural Breakfast Recap
On September 13, 2023, OPEN M welcomed a panel of local leaders for the inaugural OPEN YOUR HEART Breakfast.
They shared their experience, perspectives, and passion for the greater Akron community. Watch the videos of the morning’s discussion, and learn how you can OPEN YOUR HEART now, and in the days, weeks and months to come.
Envisioning a More Equitable and Sustainable Future for our Community
Moderated by:
Sylvia Trundle, Retired Captain, Akron Police Department
Panelists:
Perry Clark, President and Founder, Truly Reaching You
David James, Executive Director, Summit Education Initiative
Shammas Malik, City Councilman and the Presumptive Mayor, City of Akron
Donna Skoda, Health Commissioner, Summit County Public Health
Watch the panelists’ discussion:
Opening Remarks from Panelists
The Traditional Service Model
The Role of Individual Citizens
Important Steps in Creating an Equitable Community
Priorities for Preventing Poverty & Promoting Economic Opportunity
Senior Involvement in our Community
