Libraries of Eastern Oregon
Executive Director
Tell us about your experience leading a change in your library and/or in your community.
As Director in Hillsboro, OR, I implemented a large-scale staff and organizational change, removing the traditional silos in library work, implementing a strengths-based, horizontal reporting structure, and requiring all staff to provide direct public service. As part of this change, we removed our public service desks.
What is your mentoring philosophy & style?
I like to think of myself as thought partner with my mentee, letting their needs guide our conversations and work together. I prefer a conversational and informal relationship, with the mentee recognizing they are responsible for their own accountability.
What else would you like a leadership mentee to know about you?
I am a certified executive coach and bring those skills to our conversations. And many of my past colleagues and direct reports have complimented me on my cooperative leadership style.
Areas of expertise
Developing a new library program or service, Library or Community Group Facilitation, Leading change in the library or the community, Managing staff for growth and/or inclusion, Evaluation of library projects or services, Building library culture, Thought Leader in Libraries, Policy, Strategic Planning