Cynthia H. Andrews of the Community Foundation of Lorain County Named Chair; New and Returning Leaders Elected During Annual Meeting
CLEVELAND—The Fund for Our Economic Future (Fund) today announced the election of Cynthia H. Andrews, president and CEO of the Community Foundation of Lorain County, as its chair. She succeeds Vikki Broer of the Weathertop Foundation, who served as chair from March 2024 to March 2026, and will continue her service as chair emeritus.
The board also affirmed its 2026 Executive Committee, positioning the organization for its next chapter of impact across Northeast Ohio.
“The Fund for Our Economic Future is an incredible asset to our region, and I’m thrilled to be taking on this leadership role,” said Andrews. “For more than two decades, the Fund has been at the forefront of initiatives to advance an economy in which everyone can thrive, serving as a creative space for leaders to wrestle with some of our region’s most pressing challenges and test new ideas and ways of working. As the Fund continues to evolve, I’m excited to help shape what comes next—ensuring we continue to bring value to leaders and communities while remaining rooted in our commitment to a better tomorrow and a growing economy with good jobs and rising incomes for all.”
Bethia Burke, president of the Fund, added: “This leadership slate brings together the range of perspectives and deep commitment that our region’s economic future demands. Each of these leaders strengthens our ability to drive meaningful, lasting change across Northeast Ohio. I am especially excited to welcome Cindy Andrews as chair. Her leadership and deep ties across the region will be strong assets as we build on our momentum and prepare to take important next steps in our work.”
The following leadership slate was approved by Fund members at the organization’s annual Governing Committee meeting on March 19, 2026:
- Chair: Cindy Andrews, Community Foundation of Lorain County
- President: Bethia Burke
- Chair Emeritus: Vikki Broer, Weathertop Foundation
- First Vice Chair: Cathy Belk, Deaconess Foundation
- Second Vice Chair: Adam Briggs, Briggs Family Fund
- Secretary: Trevelle Harp, Civic Member
- Treasurer: Alison Hawkinson, Community Foundation of Lorain County
- Nominating & Personnel Co-Chair: Christine Mayer, GAR Foundation
- Nominating & Personnel Co-Chair: Deryck Toles, Inspiring Minds
- Member Engagement and Development Chair: Phoebe Lee, Civic Member
- Evaluation Chair: Mark Samolczyk, Stark Community Foundation
- At-Large Member: Marcus Madison, Civic Member
The board also voted to re-elect Civic Board Members Trevelle Harp and Phoebe Lee, and to elect William Gary as a Civic Board Member for the first time, each serving two-year terms in accordance with the Fund’s Code of Regulations.
About the Fund for Our Economic Future
The Fund for Our Economic Future is 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization working to advance a more equitable economy in Northeast Ohio. This civic collaborative brings together leaders across sectors and throughout the region to collectively invest in, test, and amplify strategies to enable the region to achieve its full potential. Since 2004, the Fund has developed enduring strategies to grow the everyone economy—where good jobs and rising incomes are within reach for all residents. Learn more at thefundneo.org.
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