Sharon Sobol Jordan
United Way of Greater Cleveland
Education: Juris doctor and master’s degree, The Ohio State University; bachelor’s degree in public administration and management, Indiana University
What Guides My Decision-Making: What would you attempt if you knew you could not fail?
Historic Figure Who Inspires Me: Trailblazing women like Ruth Bader Ginsberg, Michelle Obama, Oprah Winfrey and my late mother, Marilyn Tobocman
Favorite Quote: “Philanthropy is commendable, but it must not cause the philanthropist to overlook the circumstances of economic injustice which make philanthropy necessary.” — Martin Luther King Jr.
If I Could Have Any Other Job: I would be a portrait photographer telling stories through images to inspire action for places like Flashes of Hope and pet rescue/adoption services.
Proudest Moment: Being sworn in as Cleveland law director when I was eight months pregnant with our daughter. It felt like we were breaking down a long-standing barrier for women.