
Meet the Team
Reach out to learn more about economic development opportunities in Louisville.
Meet the CEO
Trevor Pawl was named the first permanent Chief Executive Office of the Louisville Economic Development Alliance in February 2025. Trevor brought more than 15 years of economic development experience to Bourbon City, and previously held key leadership positions at Michigan Economic Development Corporation, the Detroit Regional Chamber, and most recently at the State of Michigan where he served as Michigan’s inaugural Chief Mobility Officer.
Under Trevor’s leadership, LEDA’s mission is to make Louisville the best community in America to build a thriving company, a rewarding career, and a fulfilling life.
Contact Information:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (248) 565-5276
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trevorpawl/
Business Development Team
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Joshua McKee, Ph.D.
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT
Business Development -
Ron Burse
DIRECTOR
Business Attraction -
Grace Ghorbanian
MANAGER
Business Attraction
Retention & Growth Team
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Keshia Swan
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT
Retention & Growth -
Beth Sarkar
DIRECTOR
Retention & Growth -
Janice Kim
DIRECTOR
Talent Development -
Isai "Izzy" Sanchez
MANAGER
Retention & Growth -
Dina Chaika
MANAGER
METCO Loan Program
Strategy & Innovation Team
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Melissa Ryan
DIRECTOR
Research & Policy -
Gabriella Ratliff
MANAGER
Research & Policy