AROUND THE CENTER
Staff Feature: Maria Sharron, Assistant to the Executive Director
Q: You have served as Assistant to the Executive Director for over two years now. Please explain to us the career path that led you to this position at the Mandel Center.
A: I have worked as an administrative support person to the corporate board of the United Church Board of World Ministries, as the executive assistant to the CEO of the Greater Cleveland Chapter of the American Red Cross, and as a special assistant to the Office of the Corporation in support of the Board of Trustees at Case Western Reserve University before my position as department assistant to Susan Eagan, the Executive Director of the Mandel Center.
Q: Are there any aspects of your position that you feel are particularly enjoyable? Challenging?
A: I appreciate the opportunity I have to work with Susan Eagan. She is well-respected in the nonprofit industry and a wealth of knowledge. Each day is a learning experience and a growth opportunity. The most challenging portion of my position is keeping her schedule on track and trying to balance the many demands for her time.
Q: You've been known to have a lot of hobbies. What are some of your favorites and what is it that you enjoy about them?
A: I always enjoy learning and experiencing different forms of art. In the past I have enjoyed sculpting and creating objects out of cement and cement blends. My current passion is photography.
Q: What other interests, organizations, etc are you involved in?
A: I have been and am involved in my local school system as a trustee for the North Olmsted City Schools Education Foundation and past school levy campaigns. I have enjoyed coordinating fundraisers and brainstorming around ways to increase membership and participation in school efforts and campaigns.
