Jamar O. Rahming

CEO, Cuyahoga County Public Library

Education: Master’s degree in library and information science, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee; bachelor’s degree in history/African studies, University of Northern Colorado

How I Approach My Day: With ease and gratitude

What Success Looks Like to Me: Watching the people within my sphere of influence succeed

What I Look for in a Leader: I look for humility and grace.

Favorite Quote: “Delight thyself also in the Lord; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.” (Psalm 37:4)

My Leadership Style: Visionary

What Would Surprise Someone to Learn About Me: I have lived in every region of the United States and 10 states.

An Important Lesson I Learned: Always put others first.

Outside of Work You’ll Find Me: Lounging in Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts, eating a lobster roll

A Cleveland Spot I Recommend: Doc’s on Harvard Restaurant & Lounge — it has such great history.