Chapter 8 – City Planning
8.5 Levin Graduates Lead: Joyce Pan Huang (City Planner)
Joyce Pan Huang, a Levin alum, has made big strides in the field of urban planning and development.
In January 2022, Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb recognized Huang’s exceptional contributions to urban planning and appointed her as the city’s planning director. In this role, Huang was responsible for overseeing the city’s planning strategies, including land use, zoning, and urban design. Her vision for Cleveland included promoting equity, sustainability, and innovation in city planning.
Late in 2024, she took on the role of chief impact officer for the Cleveland Foundation. In this role, Huang leads efforts to create a unified vision for the Foundation to become a catalyst for transformative change in Cleveland.
Before her leadership positions with the City and the Cleveland Foundation, Huang made a notable impact as the vice president of community development at MidTown Cleveland Inc. In this role, she was instrumental in spearheading numerous development projects that revitalized the MidTown area, fostering economic growth and enhancing the quality of life for residents. Her work involved close collaboration with community stakeholders, businesses, and government entities.
References
Litt, Steven. 2022. “Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb Taps Joyce Huang of MidTown Cleveland Inc. to Become New City Planning Director.” Cleveland Plain Dealer, Jan 20.
