Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
“Open to All” is not just a statement etched above our Main Library entrance since 1907, it is the standard we hold ourselves to as we invite, embrace and honor diversity in all forms. We commit to fostering a workplace and a community where everyone belongs and thrives.
Speak Up/Speak Out Series
Heritage Celebration Months
Resources for Children
Resources for Teens
Resources for Adults
Engaging Our Diverse Workforce
Columbus Metropolitan Library is committed to diversity and inclusion by focusing on racial equity plans and priorities across the organization that leads to positive and meaningful change.
Racial Equity Steering Committee
The Racial Equity Steering Committee (RESC) builds upon Columbus Metropolitan Library’s commitment to diversity and inclusion by focusing on, developing and overseeing racial equity plans and priorities across the organization, leading to positive and meaningful change.
To read about our current priorities, click here.
Racheal Alcock
Customer Services Manager
Kyle Bixler
Customer Services Specialist
Lauren Hagan
Chief Financial Officer / Fiscal Officer
Charlie Hansen
Chief Customer Experience Officer
Patrick Losinski
Chief Executive Officer
Carolyn Nims
Librarian
Miya Reyes
Public Services Director
Stewart Smith
Finance Director
Michael Suh
Customer Services Specialist
Brooke Thomas
Youth Services Manager
Andrea Villanueva
Public Services Director
Anthony Wilson
Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer
Donna Zuiderweg
Chief Community Engagement Officer
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee
Purpose: Guide and inform our work to foster a culture that is inclusive, equitable and respectful of the diverse backgrounds of our workforce and the people we serve.
Misty Alvaro
Materials Manager
Eternity Ballour
Youth Learning Specialist
Susan Cook
Employee Engagement & Development Manager
Charlie Hansen
Chief Customer Experience Officer
Connie Kuns
Lean Manager
Tyson Ladd
Youth Engagement Specialist
Brien Oliver
Custodial Supervisor
Jasmine Parker
Youth Services Manager
Randi Quinn
Human Resources Director
Cristoba Rivera
Security Officer
Ericka Schoeps
Youth Learning Specialist
Nicole Sutton
African American Special Collections Librarian
Anthony Wilson
Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer
