Jean Duncan McFarren

Jean Duncan McFarren serves as the Director of Library Innovation at Cleveland Public Library since September 2018, advocating for a human-centered design approach in library services and facilities. Previously, Jean held various senior roles at Stark County District Library, including Collection Services Director, Deputy Director, and Interim Executive Director, spanning from March 2010 to September 2018. Jean's early career included positions at Akron-Summit County Public Library and the Cultural Center for the Arts, where responsibilities included development management and public relations. Jean holds a Master’s Degree in Library Science from Kent State University and a BA in Communication Arts from Walsh University.