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Steve Pokwo Named Dayton Business Journal 40 Under 40 Winner

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We’re excited to share that Steve Pokwo, Project Manager in Shook’s Midwest Region, has been named a Dayton Business Journal Forty Under 40 award winner.

Steve joined Shook in 2024 and has already made a meaningful impact on noteworthy projects, including the Dayton STEM Regional School high school renovation, the Community-Based Outpatient Clinic for the Department of Veterans Affairs in Hamilton, Ohio, and more.

In addition to his project leadership, Steve is committed to living Shook’s Mission, “To Dramatically Improve the Communities We Serve.” He is a founder of The Dear Rebecca Foundation, a nonprofit focused on healthcare and education initiatives in underserved communities around the world. He is also passionate about mentoring students pursuing careers in construction.

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