 Under his leadership, the Hall embarked on a major renovation and modernization, which was completed in 2005 at a cost of $20 million.He has also been credited for the Hall's early 2000s initiatives to increase and further recognition of the contributions of Negro League players, managers, and executives, continuing an effort first broached by Hall of Famer—and Negro Leaguer-- Jackie Robinson.A five-year program resulted in the elevation of 17 Negro Leaguers to members of the Hall of Fame in 2006.