Michael J. Czymbor joins Forino Co., L.P. with more than 35 years of local government management experience. His extensive background and specialized knowledge in land entitlement, capital improvement programming, strategic goal setting and planning, economic development and the effective management of high-growth communities and organizations has become the hallmark of his distinguished career. Prior to joining Forino, Michael held leadership positions in cities and towns in Ohio, Michigan, Florida, and South Carolina, culminating in a nine-year tenure as City Manager in Hardeeville, South Carolina.
Michael has collaborated with a variety of community focused groups to improve local communities including economic development organizations, chambers of commerce, downtown business associations, business incubators and other organizations striving to improve their respective communities. Whether serving professionally or privately, Michael is a committed member of the community and is well-versed in numerous roles supporting civic organizations including previously serving as a member of the Michigan Municipal League Board of Trustees.
Michael holds a Bachelor of Science in Local Government Management from Central Michigan University and a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from Bowling Green State University. He has been an ICMA Credentialed Manager since 2003.
Michael resides in Fernandina Beach, Florida, with his spouse, Mary Beth, and his dog Koda.