Habat, John

Education: Doctoral degree, Cleveland State University; master’s degree, Ohio University; bachelor’s degree, Columbia Union College

Toughest Challenge: Surviving childhood

Favorite Quote: “Those who fail to remember the past are condemned to repeat it.”

How I Motivate Others: Vision and empowerment

If I Could Have Any Other Job: History professor

Most Inspiring Person: Mary Habat, my grandmother

Best Advice: Don’t recreate the wheel

Proudest Moment: Subsidized adoption in Ohio

Previous Leadership Positions: Greater Cleveland Growth Association; Youngstown State University

Important Lesson Learned: It’s the path, not the destination, that counts

Hobby/Passion: Gardening