Christopher Harding was appointed as a Trustee of the Library in October 2021 by the Hamilton County Common Pleas Judges. He will serve a seven-year term until October 2028. He currently serves as Chair of the Facilities and Finance and Audit Committee and as a member of the Nominating & Governance Committee.
Chris is a government affairs professional, civic leader, and advocate for equitable community engagement. He currently helps support government and community relations efforts for Duke Energy Ohio & Kentucky, where he works to build meaningful partnerships between the utility and the communities it serves.
Originally from Portland, Oregon, Chris is a first-generation college graduate and the son of an immigrant. He earned an Honors B.A. in Philosophy, Politics & the Public from Xavier University, where he developed his passion for public service and politics.
Chris has spent his career working alongside residents, local leaders, and public entities. His experience includes roles on political campaigns, supporting countywide transportation initiatives, and serving in county government; first as Bailiff to Judge Christopher Wagner and later as Director of Public Affairs for County Commissioner Denise Driehaus. In each role, he has focused on improving access, building trust, and ensuring that community voices shape public decisions.
He also serves on the Board of Directors for the Clermont County Chamber of Commerce, where he supports efforts to strengthen the region’s economic vitality and local business community.
Chris is deeply engaged in civic life beyond his professional work. He chairs the Ohio Democratic Party’s Latino & Hispanic Caucus and serves on multiple committees within the Hamilton County Democratic Party. His previous community involvement includes leadership roles with the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC Ohio), Clifton Town Meeting community council, and the Al Hampton mentorship program at Oyler School.
Above all, Chris is committed to creating more inclusive, connected, and opportunity rich communities, which he sees as essential to the region’s future.