GINOVUS - Key Persons


CHAD SWEENEY

Job Titles:
  • Member of the LEADERSHIP TEAM
  • SENIOR PRINCIPAL
Chad is a member of Ginovus' site selection and economic development incentives practice. He provides location modeling, site selection, and advice on structuring economic development incentive agreements for clients throughout North America. Chad has closed transactions resulting in over $1.1 billion of capital investment and an estimated 7,700 new jobs. His depth of experience gives Chad the knowledge and expertise to understand projects resulting from complex corporate transactions to the needs of start-up companies. Chad is also a member of The Site Selectors Guild, an internationally recognized site selection organization. Members are peer-nominated, vetted, and must demonstrate significant professional location advisory experience. Chad brings his expertise to economic development and strategy planning projects. His depth of experience allows him to maximize results for clients ranging from complex corporate transactions to the needs of start-up companies.

ERIC OLSEN

Job Titles:
  • PROJECT ANALYST
Eric earned a bachelor's degree in economics before starting a career as an analyst and automation developer for a Fortune 500 manufacturer. He appreciates the complexities involved in deconstructing data, improving efficiencies, and communicating outcomes in an easy to understand manner for the customer. Learn more…

GERALD FRAZIER

Job Titles:
  • PRINCIPAL, COMPLIANCE
Gerald directs the Compliance Management Services team, processing and guiding the acquisition of data related to tax credits / abatements / exemptions, workforce programs and training grants. Learn more…

JASON KALLIO

Job Titles:
  • DIRECTOR of NATIONAL ACCOUNTS
Jason assists clients through all aspects of the site location and incentive procurement processes. He manages critical details beginning with research and analysis to identification of potential states, regions, and communities in addition to economic development incentives that align well with client objectives. Learn more…

John McDonald

Job Titles:
  • ClearObject CEO

JULIE WILLIAMSON

Job Titles:
  • MANAGER of RESEARCH and DATA ANALYSIS
BIO Julie lends her expertise to client projects by compiling in-depth market, location, and labor analysis reports. She examines each factor and presents a visual framework of how all of the factors work together for an effective and efficient final review by the client. Her research and data analysis proficiency are essential in evaluating the overall project priorities. Prior to joining Ginovus, Julie has served in a variety of technology and communications roles. Her extensive background in information management has developed her ability to refine and augment processes to maximize system efficiencies and outcomes. She has also assisted with the implementation, training and management of several computer networks. As a communications consultant, she developed and managed the online brand presence and marketing strategy for her clients.

LARRY GIGERICH - CEO

Job Titles:
  • EXECUTIVE MANAGING DIRECTOR
  • Member of the LEADERSHIP TEAM
  • Economic Development Leader
Larry is a nationally recognized economic development leader with more than 30 years of local and state government, not-for-profit and private sector experience. Throughout his career, Larry has worked on approximately 600 economic development projects resulting in over $12 billion in capital investment, the creation of over 100,000 new jobs, and the retention of over 200,000 existing jobs. Named by Governing Magazine as one of the nation's best economic development officials, he was also named one of Indiana's Top 250 most influential and impactful leaders. Larry is Chair of the Site Selectors Guild, an internationally recognized site selection organization, and is a regular speaker and panelist at conferences throughout North America. Larry is a nationally recognized economic development leader with more than 30 years of local and state government, not-for-profit and private sector experience. He is a regular speaker and panelist at conferences throughout North America. Learn more…

LESLIE WAGNER

Job Titles:
  • SENIOR PRINCIPAL
Leslie leads the location analysis, site selection, incentives procurement and management process. Her work includes managing new facility development, expansion, consolidation, and relocation of Fortune 500, life sciences, manufacturing & IT clients.

LILY HAY

Job Titles:
  • PRINCIPAL
  • PRINCIPAL, MARKETING
Lily provides strategic direction plus creative execution of the Ginovus story and impact nationwide. Her work includes collaborating with the leadership team on communication-related strategies ranging from thought leadership to community partnership. Learn more…

MARK OLVEY

Job Titles:
  • IT MANAGER
Mark provides ongoing information technology support to Ginovus and its team members. Mark has assisted in leading the upgrades of hardware and software, including the move from on-premise software to robust online programming. Learn more…

Mel Raines

Job Titles:
  • President and COO of Pacers Sports

PARKER CRISWELL

Job Titles:
  • PROJECT ANALYST
Parker earned a bachelor's degree in business from Indiana University's Kelley School of Business before starting a career as a staff accountant for a boutique municipal finance professional services firm. Parker appreciates the nuances required in site selection, from complex business strategies to deep data analysis. Learn more…

SUSAN JARVIS

Job Titles:
  • SENIOR CLIENT ADVISOR
Susan guides the acquisition of data related to tax credits, workforce programs, and training grants. She plays a critical role in managing client project information to assist in a seamless transition from incentives agreements to compliance filings. Learn more…