Jon Fiume

Jon Fiume has been the John S. Knight Director & CEO at Akron Art Museum since January 2020. Prior to that, they served as the Chief Operating Officer of Mustard Seed Market & Cafe from January 2014 to January 2020, where they oversaw retail and culinary operations, marketing, accounting, IT, and human resources. Jon also helped create a new revenue stream by launching of a national brand of hemp-derived CBD.

Fiume began their career in August 1999 as the Vice President Retail Operations of Ritzman Pharmacies, where they were a key leader in the organization’s growth from 8 to 24 locations. Jon reported directly to the CEO and provided leadership to the leadership team. In January 1997, they started as the Director of Natural Products and Services before being promoted to Vice President Retail Operations.

Fiume has a long history of leadership and commitment to their work. Jon is passionate about organic food and sustainable living, and this is reflected in their work history. Jon is an innovative thinker and has a proven track record of success in their previous roles.

Jon Fiume has a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish with a minor in Marketing from John Carroll University. Jon is certified from TTI Success Insights in DISC, Driving Forces, and EQ.

Some direct reports include Stephanie Petcavage - Collections Manager & Exhibition Registrar, Seema Rao - Deputy Director & Chief Experience Officer, and Shirley Hug - Director, Human Resources & Organizational Development.