Cleveland Leadership Center
Joan M. Palumbo is an experienced professional in philanthropic leadership, currently serving as the Chief Advancement Officer at the Cleveland Leadership Center since December 2024. Previously, Joan held the position of Chief Philanthropy Officer at Help Foundation, Inc. from March 2021 to December 2024, and at The Free Medical Clinic of Greater Cleveland from December 2013 to February 2016. Joan holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Political Science and Government from Bowling Green State University, obtained between 1990 and 1994.
Cleveland Leadership Center
Cleveland Leadership Center's mission is to build a continuum of civic leaders committed to our community’s excellence by serving as a catalyst for civic engagement. We develop leaders through learning and community engagement opportunities that connect, inspire, and challenge them to make a positive impact. Through leadership development programming, diving into current social and civic issues, and connecting participants with the people and projects addressing those issues, participants become better equipped and inspired to make a difference in our community. Through an extensive portfolio of offerings, our programming spans four generations, from high school through retirement. * Look Up To Cleveland: high school juniors and seniors. * Campus Cleveland: college-age students. * OnBoard Cleveland: early-career professionals. * Cleveland Bridge Builders: mid-career professionals. * Leadership Cleveland: senior-level positional leaders. * Civic Leadership Institute: adults of all ages. We also create customized civic leadership programs and experiences in response to community needs and requests. Find out what your next step is at www.cleveleads.org.