29 Sep Becoming Familiar with Summit County Municipalities Becoming Familiar with Summit County Municipalities Tuesday, September 29, 2026 (2:00 PM to 4:00 PM) 1.0 Education Credits Nauti Vine Winery, Akron, Ohio Details You're Registered! DescriptionLocationInstructors Do you want to better understand how city growth, suburban shifts and economic development are shaping home buyer decisions? Join us at Nauti Vine in Akron as Kyle Julien, Akron Director of Planning, details Akron's efforts to improve access to economic development and neighborhood improvements, public transportation, connectivity to business districts, and lifestyle amenities contribute to Akron's desirability to prospective homeowners. Knowing these plans can help you translate market dynamics into real value for your clients--and help you close more deals! Instructor: Kyle Julien; 1-hour c.e. requested. Networking hour to follow class conclusion. Please contact naylsworth@akronclevelandrealtors.com with questions. Nauti Vine Winery Nauti Vine Winery3950 S. Main StreetAkron, OH 44319 Map & Directions Kyle Julien Kyle Julien joins the administration after most recently serving as the Managing Director for the Western Reserve Community Fund (WRCF) at the Development Finance Authority. Julien has helped launch WRCF lending programs including the Akron Resiliency Fund, the Minority Contractor Capital Access Program (in collaboration with the Akron Urban League), and the Summit County Affordable Housing Trust Fund. WRCF has deployed nearly $8 million in low-cost and flexible financing to small businesses and nonprofits organizations in greater Akron since 2019. Two-thirds of WRCF borrowers have been minority-owned businesses, and nearly half have been women-owned businesses.Prior to joining the Development Finance Authority, Julien held the role of Director of Urban Planning and East Akron Neighborhood Development Corporation. There he was involved in all aspects of EANDC's development activities, including concept and site selection, securing financing, and project management. He also oversaw the Community Building and Engagement programs at EANDC and was a member of the core planning team and contributing author for the Middlebury neighborhood plan completed in 2019.Since 2018, Julien has served on the board of the Greater Ohio Policy Center, a nonpartisan organization that advances policies supporting the revitalization of Ohio's cities and sustainable growth across the state. In December, he completed a two-year term as the Chiar of the board. He has also volunteered to PorchRokr Music and Art Festival and swerved on the board of the Better Kenmore Community Development Corporation.Julien attended Hiram College and received a Master of Urban Planning, Design, and Development from Cleveland State University. He and his wife Lori have lived in Highland Square for nearly 20 years and have three adult children.