BPACF’s 2025 Class of Emerging Legends Honorees includes four CLC alumni

The following four CLC alumni made the Black Professionals Association Charitable Foundation’s (BPACF) 2025 class of Forty Under 40 Emerging Legends:

  • LarKesah Burns (LUTC 2003)
  • Donte’ Gibbs (LC 2023, CBB 2019)
  • Shayla Ivezzy (LUTC 2009)
  • Colin Jackson (CC 2011)

The award celebrates, “a phenomenal group of African American professionals, ages 25–39, who are creating lasting impact in Northeast Ohio and beyond. Each has their own journey modeling leadership, resilience, innovation and service.”

They will be honored on May 22 at Karamu House. Learn more >