Kate laughlin, Executive Director
Kate has worked in or with libraries for over 25 years, beginning with materials handling and front line service, in circulation and reference provision, branch management, continuing education, strategic planning, and association management. While on a leave from her position as the Staff Training Coordinator for The Seattle Public Library, Kate had the opportunity to deliver essential training for small and rural libraries on behalf of the Washington State Library, and she fell in love with that community. Resigning her SPL position, she went on to train and consult with dozens of libraries, eventually becoming the Executive Director of the Washington Library Association.
In January 2020, Kate became the first Executive Director of the Association for Rural & Small Libraries. In the nearly six years since, she has developed and expanded a dedicated team of professionals to support the needs of rural library professionals located throughout the United States and Canada. In her free time, Kate enjoys eagle-watching, mushroom foraging, and hanging with her pound puppy, Daisy.
Click here to see a partial list of clients Kate has provided consultation services, staff training or project management since 2007.
In January 2020, Kate became the first Executive Director of the Association for Rural & Small Libraries. In the nearly six years since, she has developed and expanded a dedicated team of professionals to support the needs of rural library professionals located throughout the United States and Canada. In her free time, Kate enjoys eagle-watching, mushroom foraging, and hanging with her pound puppy, Daisy.
Click here to see a partial list of clients Kate has provided consultation services, staff training or project management since 2007.