Cleveland Public Library
Robin Gavan is an accomplished educator and manager with extensive experience in arts education, community outreach, and business operations. Currently serving as Assistant Manager at Cleveland Public Library since March 2024, Robin also holds the role of Adjudicator for The Dazzle Awards at Playhouse Square, where musical performances are evaluated to support student recognition and scholarships. Previous experience includes Education Outreach at the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland, where programming focused on financial literacy for underserved communities, and managerial responsibilities at Painting with a Twist, where operational and curriculum development were key focuses. As a former Business Owner and Commercial Production Artist at Gavan Studios, Robin worked with high-profile clients such as Sony and NASA. Additionally, teaching roles at Baldwin Wallace University encompassed subjects like digital photography and ceramics. Robin Gavan holds a Master’s degree in Educational/Instructional Technology and a Bachelor’s degree in Education and Art History from Baldwin Wallace University.
Cleveland Public Library
Our Vision Cleveland Public Library will be the driving force behind a powerful culture of learning that will inspire Clevelanders from all walks of life to continually learn, share and seek out new knowledge in ways that are beneficial to themselves, their community and the world. Our Mission We are the “People’s University,” the center of learning for a diverse and inclusive community.