LINDA O'BRIEN

Linda O'Brien- Retired Corporate Change Management, Founder & Director of Liberty Camp USA

Personal Commitment

Dedicated advocate for students, families, and the Mentor, Ohio community
Known for her integrity, truthfulness, and civic responsibility
Respected voice in the community due to her transparency and strong moral values
Mother and grandmother (one grandchild who was in the Mentor School District last year)
Deeply understands the need for a high-quality educational environment that empowers all children

Founder & Director – Liberty Camp USA

Founded in 2015 to provide hands-on learning about American heritage and foundational values
Camp gives school-aged children a unique reenactment history experience
Due to overwhelming success, a second location was opened in Lake County in 2021
Nearly 1,700 students have participated in Liberty Camp USA
Continues to serve as Director, focusing on cultivating engaged, informed citizens

Professional Background & Business Experience

Education:
- B.S. in Psychology and Business Administration – Ursuline College
- M.S. in Organizational Development and Analysis – Case Western Reserve University

Leadership Roles:
- Assistant Vice President – Progressive Casualty Insurance Company
- Vice President of Human Resources and Administration – Clestra Hauserman
- Group Human Resources Executive – Sajar Plastics, Inc.

Entrepreneurship:
- Founded Outsourcing Strategies, Inc. in 1991
- Consulting firm focused on optimizing human capital and aligning teams with business goals

Civic Leadership & Community Impact

Homeless Services:
- Worked with Cuyahoga County Commissioners and the Salvation Army
- Helped establish a facility offering food, shelter, and clothing for 400 homeless men

Animal Welfare:
- Led fundraising efforts for Rescue Village in Geauga County
- Raised over $75,000 through community-driven campaigns

Historical Education & Civic Engagement:
- Served as Project Director for the Cleveland Restoration Festival
- Collaborated with The Cleveland Foundation to develop programs honoring Cleveland’s history