Edward P. Gallagher
Beck Center for the Arts
Education: Post-baccalaureate certificate in nonprofit management, University of North Carolina-Greensboro; bachelor’s degree in music therapy, Cleveland State University
What Guides My Decision Making: Following the example and characteristics of true servant leaders such as listening, empathy, awareness, stewardship and building community
What Motivates Me: Seeing people change and grow by taking part in the arts
If I Could Have Any Other Job: Managing fairs, festivals and special events
Proudest Moment: Being inducted into the Ohio State Fair Hall of Fame
Theme Song of My Leadership Style: “I Believe” by Cowboy Mouth
My Very First Job and What I Learned From It: Delivering newspapers for The Cleveland Press. Lifelong skills were learned on that route, from customer service and cash flow to networking and meeting expectations. Showing up and doing the job was a non-negotiable, which is something that has served me well over time.