An Evening with Jim Tressel
A Playbook for Small Town Revitalization
An evening of leadership, teamwork, and the work it takes to move a community forward — hosted by JCL Development in the heart of the Shenango Valley.
June 4, 2026
Doors open at 5:30
47 Vine Avenue, Sharon PA
RSVP required
What it takes to move a community forward.
An Evening with Jim Tressel: A Playbook for Small Town Revitalization is an opportunity to spark meaningful conversation around leadership, teamwork, and what it truly takes to move a community forward. Hosted by JCL Development, the evening will explore how shared vision, collaboration, and strong leadership can inspire long-term impact within small towns and regions like the Shenango Valley.
Drawing from his experiences leading teams at the highest levels, Jim Tressel will share lessons on building culture, uniting people around common goals, overcoming adversity, and creating momentum that lasts. Through conversation and reflection, the event aims to encourage community leaders, business owners, students, and residents to think differently about what is possible when people work together with purpose and pride in where they live.
The evening is not simply about sports or leadership in theory. It is about the power of collective effort, the importance of investing in people and place, and how a shared commitment to a region can help shape its future for generations to come.
Three perspectives. One conversation.
Jim Tressel
Legendary college football coach, university leader, and longtime advocate for the communities that shape who we are. Sharing the lessons of a career built on culture, discipline, and service.
Eric Thomas
Leading the fireside conversation — drawing out the stories, lessons, and ideas that translate from the field to the future of the Shenango Valley.
Mike Adams
Ohio State and Pittsburgh Steelers alum, opening the evening with a personal introduction to Coach Tressel and the conversation ahead.
How the evening unfolds.
Doors Open · Reception
Arrive, connect, and settle in at the Corinthian Banquet Hall.
Welcome & JCL Development Update
Jim Landino shares the vision, projects, and progress shaping the future of the Shenango Valley.
Introduction by Mike Adams
A personal welcome to Coach Tressel from Ohio State and Pittsburgh Steelers alumnus Mike Adams.
Fireside Conversation
An intimate conversation between Jim Tressel and moderator Eric Thomas — leadership, teamwork, and the playbook for small-town revitalization.
Closing Reflections
Final thoughts and an invitation to continue the conversation in your own community.
Be part of the conversation.
This is a free event with limited seating. Please RSVP to confirm your spot.
"The power of collective effort. The importance of investing in people and place."