[Ohiodig] FW: Brian Perera Begins Service on State Library of Ohio Board

[Carleton, Janet (she/her)]

From: 'marshams at library.ohio.gov' via ALAO Member List <list at alaoweb.org>
Sent: Thursday, October 15, 2026 12:00 PM
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Subject: [External] [ALAO] Brian Perera Begins Service on State Library of Ohio Board

[cid:image004.jpg at 01DD5D62.934D0760]The State Library of Ohio welcomes Brian M. Perera as its newest Board Member. Appointed by the State Board of Education, he was sworn in today and began a five-year term on the State Library of Ohio Board.

Perera presently serves as Senior Policy Advisor for ZHF Consulting with more than three decades of experience in state government, public policy, and higher education. His notable career began in the Ohio Senate as aide to the Ohio Senate Finance Chair and progressively advanced to ultimately serve as Senate Finance Director for more than 20 years, working on state budgets, appropriations, and legislative policy. In 2014, he joined The Ohio State University as Associate Vice President for State Relations, where he directed the university's state government relations efforts.

"On behalf of the State Library Board, I am pleased to welcome Brian Perera as our newest member. His extensive experience in public policy and his longstanding commitment to strengthening Ohio's institutions will be invaluable as we continue advancing the State Library's mission," remarked State Library of Ohio Board President Drew Wichterman.

Throughout his career, Perera has worked extensively with state legislators, executive branch officials, and state agencies, boards, and commissions. He has also served on Ohio's Sunset Review Committee, helping evaluate opportunities to streamline and update state boards and commissions.

"The State Library is honored to welcome Brian Perera as our newest Board Member. His distinguished record of service and steadfast commitment to our state government will meaningfully support the State Library's mission and strengthen our work on behalf of all Ohioans," asserted State Librarian Mandy Knapp.

Perera holds a bachelor's degree in political science from The Ohio State University and resides in Upper Arlington.
Photo courtesy of ZHF Consulting
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