Jon Fiume has been serving Akron’s arts and culture scene for over 20 years. His past contributions have included serving on the boards of the Akron Art Museum, Weathervane Playhouse, ArtsNow, and Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens. He is currently a Public Arts Commissioner for the City of Akron, board member Leadership Akron, member of the Diversity and Inclusion committee for ArtsNow, and a member of the Arts Advancement Council for the University of Akron. As of February 2022, Jon is serving as the John S. Knight Director & CEO of the Akron Art Museum.

 

Jon graduated from John Carroll University, Cleveland, Ohio, with a degree in Spanish and a minor in Marketing. He also holds a State of Ohio medical board license to practice massage therapy. He is a past graduate of

Leadership Akron Class XXII and was recognized by Crain’s Cleveland Business Forty under 40 in 2006.

 

Since 2020, Jon was the Interim Executive Director of the Akron Art Museum. Prior, he held positions as the Chief Operating Officer for Mustard Seed Market & Café, a local natural foods grocery store and restaurant, and

Vice President of Retail Operations for Ritzman Pharmacies, at the time, a local independent chain pharmacy. Jon has also provided coaching and consultative services to individuals and organizations looking to grow and

 

In his spare time, Jon enjoys art, travel, and all facets of wellness including hiking, biking, and physical conditioning. Jon currently resides in Akron, Ohio with his partner Mark.