Although my working relationship with you has been brief, I do have to say that even in that succinct time frame, I have been impressed with your leadership and vision. The most direct exposure I had to your leadership was through chairing the Oregon Library Association 2011 Conference. I do firmly believe that it takes excellent managers and supervisors to have the discernment to hire employees with the talent, skills, and character to not only get the job done, but to be a blessing to others through their work. Employees from the State Library made up a large part of the 2011 conference committee, and each of them were great people to work with. I am convinced that your leadership in the state library has played a fundamental role in developing an atmosphere where the employees thrive. I trust that other entities will have the privilege of your leadership and talent for years to come. Thank you Jim!
Reference/Instruction Librarian
CORBAN UNIVERSITY
Thanks Garrett. It's been a pleasure working with you. OLA is fortunate to have your commitment and leadership. And thanks for the compliment to the State Library staff. I am really proud of having put together such a great team there, including our new State Librarian, who I am sure will do a fine job.
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