Mark Schneider has served 10,000 Friends in multiple capacities since 2003. First as a board member, then as a consultant and now as the chairman of the board of directors, Mark brings an assertive and visionary leadership style to the organization.

As the managing partner for Fourth River Development, a midsized real estate development firm based in Pittsburgh, Schneider doesn't just talk about smart growth policies, he implements them through developing some of the most innovative real estate projects in the region.

Please take a moment to view the brief clips where Mark discusses the importance of smart growth policies and the diverse interests that compose the 10,000 Friends Board of Directors.

10,000 Friends Board Chairman Mark Schneider on

Why Smart Growth is Important

Harnessing Diverse Leadership