Kevin Brecht

“I am a results-oriented person. When I invest my time in something, I want to know it will have a lasting impact. I want to bring value to everything I do and make a difference, no matter how small. It's satisfying to know your effort caused something to change for the better or was instrumental to achieving a goal.”

Education

Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Akron- Political Science/ Criminal Justice. Juris Doctor from Cleveland State University - Marshall College of Law (Focus on Real Estate).

Favorite Social Activity

Golf, skiing, and local trivia competitions

First Concert

Pantera (Favorite Band to see live: Phish)

Corporate Counsel

Moving Essentia Forward

Kevin serves as Corporate Counsel for Essentia, a role in which he is responsible for overseeing Essentia’s nationwide legal affairs, including litigation, intellectual property, government affairs, and corporate matters. When not serving in his legal capacity, Kevin assists the Site Acquisition side of the business overseeing northern markets and helping to launch projects in new markets. He also works closely with clients, municipalities, and utilities to ensure compliance in the small cell process.

Career Highlights

Prior to joining Essentia, Kevin spent years in both the telecom and oil and gas industries on matters relating to title review and opinions, site/ land/ mineral acquisition, leasing, easements, right-of-way, property rights, municipal law, and government affairs. As a newly minted attorney, Kevin gained invaluable courtroom experience handling criminal, juvenile, and civil matters. He has also served as a Guardian ad Litem, representing children in matters pertaining to dependency, neglect, and abuse.

Connecting Everyone, Everywhere to a Better Way of Life

Kevin has served as a board member and volunteer to numerous local charities and Community Development Corporations.

Fun Fact

Kevin is an avid Cleveland sports fan and Browns season ticket holder.