“United, we can all be part of the change we want to see in our community.” - Janet Jackson
Leading roles: President & CEO, United Way of Central Ohio and loving mother.
Historic achievements: In 1987, Jackson became the first African-American woman to serve as a judge in Franklin County. In 1997, she was appointed and later elected Columbus City Attorney, a first for a woman. (Source: Ohio Women’s Hall of Fame)
On what excites her most about her position: “The opportunity to head an organization that has at its core mission – changing people’s lives.”
On what she loves most about Columbus: “The ease of becoming involved. Columbus is an open and caring community.”
Craziest passion: “Playing golf and cooking for my family.”
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May 8, 2010 at 12:28 pm
I adore Janet Jackson and her leaving the music business will be a huge loss. Their family has had a huge influence on music from since I am able to remember.