David Baker’s ascent to lead the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2014 came as a surprise to him, but one that he embraced and leaned into with great enthusiasm.

“What’s great about the Hall of Fame is it sets the standard of greatness,” he said. “Canton constitutes what it is to be great over a period of time. I get excited about a message that translates to our families, our companies, our communities and our country. Canton stands for greatness. If we can translate that to other things, we will make it more relevant and make a difference in the lives of others.”

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