“Google can bring you back 100,000 answers.
​A librarian can bring you back the right one.” 
― Neil Gaiman

As the Assistant Director for Technology and Training, I manage two of the system's seven branches - the Morrow and Lovejoy locations. I am also responsible for the marketing, website, e-newsletter and social media for the entire library system.  I also facilitate classes on a variety of topics including tech and web resources, MS Office Suite basics, 3D printing and design and tools for small business and entrepreneurs as seen in the videos below. 

I am in charge of planning and facilitating Staff Development Day training sessions for the whole system. Six months out of the year, we gather as a whole staff for training and information sessions.  Each SDD has a team building exercise, practical skills lesson and an opportunity for staff to ask questions anonymously through a system called "Digital Parking Lot".  It's an updated version of an activity from my School/Teacher Librarian days where students could ask questions without the fear of being ridiculed by their classmates.  I had a gut feeling that this same activity could be beneficial during SDD sessions so I tried and it has become a staple and a much anticipated part of our day. 

Scroll down to learn more about my work at the Clayton County Library System.

Join Mrs. Erica and Mrs. Marquita as they make yummy pumpkin muffins.

Library Social Media and Website Engagements

VIRTUAL CLASSES

Using Data to Drive Business with Google Analytics

Design Thinking for Entrepreneurs

Projects

  • COMPRISE Technologies System Upgrade
    • In Progress
    • Application Suite Administrator
    • Provide detailed info to vendor and County I.T. project leads
  • Entrepreneur in a Bag Kits
    • Completed
    • Grant funded initiative for small business owners
    • Kit includes backpack, hotspot, laptop, full color printer
    • ​https://www.claytonp.org/eiab
  • Trades Skills Training Program via 2D, 3D and Virtual Reality
  • Windows 10 System-Wide Upgrade
    • Completed
    • Liaison between Clayton County I.T. and Library System
  • Hotspots Checkout Program
    • Completed Oct. 2019
    • Currently over 300 hotspot devices in system
  • Update/Improve Event Management System
    • Completed May 2019
    • Communico
  • Virtual Reality
    • ​Implemented November 2018
      • HTC Vive and Acer Predator PC
      • Oculus Quest (July 2021)
  • Augmented Reality
    • Created scavenger hunt throughout Clayton County using augmented reality applications
  • ​Makerspace Production
    • Developed Makerspace Orientation presentation and certificate
    • Certified Drones in compliance with FAA standards
    • Successfully developed several 3D Design/Printing programs
    • Successfully purchased Dremel IdeaBuilder printers for Library System with grant funds
    • Collaborated with Clayton County Parks and Rec to facilitate 5 STEM/STEAM Mini-Camp for Middle Grade
    • Working with Director and Deputy Director to purchase materials and plan offerings for new NW Branch makerspace