GGP Leadership Transition Signals Shift Toward Future
April 8, 2026 by Ann Wishart

Geauga Growth Partnership announced changes to leadership and bylaws during its annual meeting April 2 at The Hive in Bainbridge Township.

Geauga Growth Partnership announced changes to leadership and bylaws during its annual meeting April 2 at The Hive in Bainbridge Township. John Epprecht, chair of the GGP Board of Directors, told an audience of more than 200 members he will step down in June, two years before the end of his term, but will remain involved as an ad hoc member of the executive committee. Epprecht said the decision was driven by a desire to ensure a smooth leadership transition. “It’s really time for this change. I was the one who really pushed hard for it,” he said. “The change...