Todd Kleismit
Executive Director
Ohio Commission for the U.S. Semiquincentennial

Todd Kleismit is a 2013 graduate of Leadership Ohio and is a former Leadership Ohio board president. He serves as the executive director of the Ohio Commission for the U.S. Semiquincentennial, which is charged with preparing Ohio to participate in the nation’s 250th anniversary in 2026. Kleismit is an Army veteran of Operation Desert Storm who returned to Ohio to pursue college and a career that has included roles in the private sector, the Ohio Senate, U.S. House of Representatives and the nonprofit sector.

Kleismit earned his bachelor’s degree in Journalism from Bowling Green State University and master’s degree in Public Administration from Ohio University. He was the Leadership Ohio class of 2013 “Leader Among Leaders” award recipient. He also serves as a board member for the Ohioana Library. Kleismit resides in Columbus with his wife Lisa and their daughter, Grace.