Louis Frangos
The Frangos Group
Education: Kent State University
First Job: Working at my dad’s restaurant
Most Inspiring Person: My dad. In spite of his challenging beginnings as a young immigrant to this country, his incredible work ethic and entrepreneurial spirit allowed him to provide a good life for our family.
Best Advice: My mother always said, “Think and do.” Don’t procrastinate — act.
What Keeps You Up at Night: Knowing that I’ve done everything I can to face the day’s challenges allows me to sleep like a baby.
Previous Leadership Positions: President and CEO, USA Parking and The Frangos Group; board chair, Partnership for a
Safer Cleveland; and member and officer, Cleveland Parking Association
Most Important Skill: Problem solving. I thrive on figuring out how to do what others say is impossible.
What I’d Tell 16-Year-Old Me: Buy Berkshire Hathaway stock.