Announcing Our New CEO
The Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library Board is pleased to announce the appointment of Greg Smith to the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
Mr. Smith comes to Niagara-on-the-Lake after 17 years in a variety of public library positions, first in Oakville, then in St. Catharines. He brings significant experience in technology and integrated library systems, collection development and marketing to the business community. As a member of the senior management team in St. Catharines, he has been involved in budgeting, policy development, and staff training and development. He also continues to enjoy spending time on the information desk, the best way to learn what library patrons need and want.
As a history enthusiast, Mr. Smith looks forward to working at the NOTL Library to support the Town’s heritage through the library’s collections. He has a Masters of Library and Information Science degree from the University of Toronto and an Honours degree in Political Science from Brock University.
“We are fortunate to have had such a range of good candidates and look forward to working with Mr. Smith,” says Bob Henderson, Library Board Chair. The Southern Ontario Library Service assisted the Board in the recruitment process.
Mr. Smith will assume his duties on May 26, 2008. Debbie Smith will continue as interim CEO until Mr. Smith arrives.
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Rent Our Computer Lab for Staff or Volunteer Training!
The Library has a fully equipped computer instruction lab, which seats 12 students and 1 instructor. All computers are equipped with Windows XP and have Internet access. The room is also equipped with an overhead digital projector. Do you need to train your staff in a software particular to your small business or volunteer group? Click here to find out the rates and how to book a room! The room is available to both for profit and not-for-profit groups in our region.
