On behalf of the Alberta Library Trustees Association Board of Directors, I am pleased to advise we are pleased to welcome Mary-Ellen Perley to the leadership position of Executive Director of ALTA.

Ms. Perley brings a wealth of experience, skills, nonprofit/ voluntary sector insights, and appreciation of libraries to this newly redesigned position. A retired educator and recipient of the Prime Ministers Award for Teaching Excellence, former President of Theatre Alberta and senior staff of a nonprofit organization, Ms. Perley is known for her attention to detail yet demonstrating an ability to create and implement a vision for projects that interest her.

We are pleased that the mission of ALTA interests Mary-Ellen!

The Board’s focus on knowledge development for and transfer to Alberta’s library trustees – all 2300 plus – will be the focus for the next several months. As well, Ms. Perley’s organizational ability will greatly improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the ALTA administration and membership support.

The Board extends its appreciation to Mrs. Lisa Holmes for her service as Executive Administrator for the past five years.

The ALTA office will open on September 1.

Regards,

Karen Lynch

ALTA President