Please join me in welcoming Michelle Bradley to the position of Interim State Librarian. Michelle has been the Manager of Library Development at the Library of Michigan since 2024, overseeing statewide services such as the Michigan ELibrary, public library state aid, public library certification, LSTA federal funding programs, continuing education for library staff, statewide digitization initiatives, library law, technology, and youth services. Prior to her time at the Library of Michigan, Michelle spent 10 years working for statewide library services organizations, including the Midwest Collaborative for Library Services, serving Michigan and Indiana libraries, and OhioNet. Before that she spent over 20 years in public library management and administration. In addition to her work in libraries, Michelle is an appreciative inquiry practitioner, trainer, facilitator, and coach, as well as a certified forest bathing guide. Michelle enjoys spending time with her husband Morgan, chocolate lab Coco, and Itty Bitty Kitty. She enjoys nature, travel, and reading. She has a bachelor’s degree from Purdue University, a master’s degree in library science from (the new national champions) Indiana University, and a graduate certificate in public management from Indiana University.

Michelle will serve in the Interim role until July 4. At that time David Votta will start his term as Interim State Librarian. We will introduce David as we get closer to that date. Our goal is to have the State Librarian position filled permanently by the end of 2026.

Thank you. Welcome Michelle!

Glenn