Kelly Fann has been named as the executive director of the Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library. She replaces Kerry Green, who resigned from the position in October 2015. Her first day on the job will be April 4.
“When our staff and board of trustees met with Ms. Fann on February 18, we were immediately taken by her enthusiasm and excitement for libraries,” board president LeeAnn Biggs stated. “Kelly has a wealth of experience, not only in managing a library, information technology, and finances, but also in working with the public. We the board, believe that she and our amazing staff will be able to take the Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library to new heights in our community and beyond.”
Fann is the former director of the Tonganoxie Public Library and Cataloging and Collection Development Coordinator for the Lawrence Public Library in Kansas. Her background in information technology includes experience in system administration, web design and IT training. In Kansas, she worked in both small- and large-sized libraries, undertaking a variety of duties such as collection development, reference, programming and working with the community.