WAUSAU, WI (WSAU) — The Marathon County Library system has stayed in-house for its next director.
Leah Giordano has accepted the full-time position following a months-long national search. She replaces Ralph Illick, who resigned this spring.
“Leah brings with her a sincere passion for our library, a commitment to serve the patrons and the community, and has many new ideas on how to move the library forward,” said Sharon Hunter, MCPL Board of Trustees President, in a press release. “We are very excited that she has accepted the position and is willing to continue to serve the library.”
Giordano was elevated to interim director from the library services director position on May 20th. Her first day as full-time director on November 15th.
Her career with the Marathon County Library System began in 2014. Prior to moving to Wausau she worked for the Detroit Public Library and Eastpointe Library in Eastpointe, MI.
“During my time in the Greater Wausau area, I have developed a deep fondness for our community and built excellent relationships with the library staff. As director, I will be able to do even more to enhance the educational and cultural experiences of the people who live here and keep the library moving in a positive direction,” Giordano said.
