Cliff Hite became a member of the Ohio House of Representatives in January 2007 and is currently serving his second term in the Ohio House.

Representative Hite received his Bachelor of Science in secondary education from University of Kentucky. Prior to joining the Ohio House, he was a teacher and coach for nearly 30 years. During his tenure, Representative Hite won eight league championships, coached 22 First Team All-State Football Players and was selected Coach of the Year six times.

Outside of his work in the Ohio House, Representative Hite remains active in numerous community organizations. He served as the general chairman for the United Way Campaign of Hancock County, as a member of the Hancock County Republican Central Committee and is an active member of the St. Mark’s United Methodist Church.

Representative Hite has been accepted into the Hancock County Sports Hall of Fame, is an honorary member of Kiwanis International and is a member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks of Findlay. He was also designated as entertainment director of the Republican Caucus and will be in charge of coordinating social events for all members.

Originally beginning his career in Danville, Kentucky, Representative Hite made his way back to his hometown of Findlay, Ohio where he recently retired. He and his wife Diane have three children.