Our Team
It takes an incredible team to keep Forward Libraries going. Our 100% volunteer based organization is powered by folks that are passionate about mixing things up and exploring what's next.Ā
We're always seeking talented and passionate folks. Join below!
Board
This group provides oversight and gives invaluable advice and guide to help support library workers and make an impact on librarianship.
Emily Krug (President)
Beth Carpenter (Vice President)
Sarah Towne (Secretary)
Karen Brunsting (Treasurer)
Charlie Bennett
Rafael Eaton
Heather Riccuiti
Chava Spivak-Bindorf
Jennifer Turner
Kevin Yanowski
Volunteer Team
Here's all the awesome folks that make this happen and keep things running day to day.
Leadership Team
Rafael Eaton
Co-Director, Writing Lead
Emily KrugĀ
Co-Director, Professional Development Co-Lead
Karen Brunsting
Finance Lead
Wendy Dover
Membership Lead
April Kelley
Marketing Lead
Linnea Minich
Professional Development Co-Lead
Bridget Wipf
Community Engagement Lead
Volunteers
Evan BarberĀ
Janeen Bradley Pennell
Wendy Dover
Micah Followay
Annamarie Given
Julie Reed
Ashley Roach-Freiman
Arianna Schlegel
Stephanie Van Ness
Founding Members
These are the awesome folks who were there at the beginning of Forward Libraries. While some of us have moved on to other things, this organization wouldn't exist without them!
Evan Barber
Karen Brunsting
Heidi Busch
Shelley Carr
Evie Cordell
Rafael Eaton
Alex G-P
Sam Hansen
April Kelley
Emily Krug
A.M.
Linnea Minich
Janine Pino
Julie Reed
Bridget Wipf
Join Us
Want to join our Volunteer Team? Fill out this short form to let us know you're interested!