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Dorothy Todd, Cleveland Police Chief: Most Interesting People 2025
The leader of Cleveland Division of Police never thought being an officer was for women. But starting as a traffic controller, she's fought to overcome that stigma as she's risen through the ranks. By Ida Lieskovszky

Eddie Taylor Jr., President of Taylor-Oswald: Most Interesting People 2025
After a career shift, this entrepreneur and former college football player found success in insurance and risk management that propelled him to creating one of the largest Black-owned insurance companies in the region. By Dillon Stewart

Ben Shahshahani, Chief AI Officer for Cleveland Clinic: Most Interesting People 2025
With the new technology coming online, the hospital system is readying their systems for a new frontier of health care. By Robin Goist

Stephanie Haney, Lawyer and WKYC Journalist: Most Interesting People 2025
A board certified lawyer in Ohio and California, the journalist and digital anchor is dedicated to finding the truth and fighting misinformation. By Dillon Stewart

Morelle McCane, Olympic Boxers: Most Interesting People 2025
The Glenville High School graduate just competed in the 2024 Olympics in Paris and has her sights set on the World tournament in Liverpool, England, in September. By Vince Guerrieri

Carrie Coon, Actress: Most Interesting People 2025
The actress has credits in HBO's Gilded Age and White Lotus as well as movies such as Avengers: Infinity War and Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. By Jaden Stambolia

Emily O. Coyne, Fashion Creator: Most Interesting People 2025
Tied with a bow, the founder of lifestyle brand emilyOandbows is growing a business and audience thanks to Instagram and a smart aesthetic. By Lynne Thompson

Rosemary Mudry, Executive Director, Cleveland Public Market Corp.: Most Interesting People 2025
The leader of the new nonprofit running West Side Market has always had a passion for produce and farmers. By Robin Goist

John Delzoppo, Pinball Pro: Most Interesting People 2025
Not only has this pinball pro traveled around the world for big wins, the founder of Cleveland Pinball League is building community over the game. By Sarah Webb

Jess Peacock, Clergyperson at Community Church of Chesterland: Most Interesting People 2025
Even after a firebombing at their church, the clergyperson continues to preach the word in an accepting environment. By Julia Lombardo

Hermione Malone, Executive Director of CIFF: Most Interesting People 2025
The former journalist is telling stories in a new way as the executive director of Cleveland International Film Festival. By Shawn Mishak

Mike Petrone, Piano Player at Johnny's Downtown: Most Interesting People 2025
If you've ever been to the classic Johnny's Restaurant, you've heard Petrone tickle the ivories. But you've likely never heard some of the stories the former child performer has seen from behind the piano. By Annie Nickoloff