About
Bob Fiala has been engaged in public service for over 30 years, serving as a Board Member, member of the City Council, and currently as Mayor of the City of Willoughby, Ohio. Throughout the years, he has remained focused on the thoughtful growth of the City, with an emphasis on maintaining its historic and family-friendly character. Bob remains committed to managed and careful economic development, continuing initiatives to support health and wellness, the growth of our historic downtown as an Arts, Entertainment and Cultural District, investing in our Lakefront District, all with an emphasis on sustainability and resiliency.
EDUCATION:
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UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME: Bachelor of Architecture
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UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA: Master's in Urban Design
PROFESSIONAL:
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Founder of tda Architecture, recently ranked as the third largest architectural firm in northern Ohio
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Member of the American Institute of Architects and the American Planning Association
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American Institute of Architects, Ohio Chapter, Public Service Award
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Willoughby-Western Lake County Distinguished Business Leader Award
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Willoughby-Western Lake County Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year
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Lakeland Community College Business Hall of Fame
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Breckenridge Village Board of Advisors
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President, Lake County Mayors and Managers
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President Tour Lake County
PERSONAL:
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Married to Joanne and father to Amanda, Emily, and Nathan
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Grandfather of Sadie, Amelia, and Josephine
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Willoughby resident for 46 years.