Becky Ruppert McMahon

President & CEO, Cleveland Leadership Center

Education: Juris doctor, The Ohio State University; bachelor’s degree, Smith College

How I Approach My Day: I strive to live each day rooted in meaningful relationships, purpose and a passion for the possibilities of tomorrow.

What I Look for in a Leader: Someone who builds bridges, not silos; invites voices, not echoes; embraces change, not comfort; and isn’t afraid to take smart risks in pursuit of something better

Favorite Quote: “Well-behaved women seldom make history.”

What Motivates Me Right Now: The unmistakable momentum driving across our region toward true collaboration that will build a greater Cleveland

Outside of Work You’ll Find Me: Spending as much time as possible outside, including getting lost in my garden, hiking in a Metropark, chasing a ball (or four) around a golf course, navigating Lake Erie, dinking my way across a pickleball court or forcing my 10-year-old dog to take another loop through our neighborhood

A Cleveland Spot I Recommend: The Green Goat Café