2 Howard County Library System Staff Members Earn Library Journal's National Recognition

HOWARD COUNTY, MD — Library Journal has recognized Howard County Library System staff members Nay Keppler and Katie DiSalvo-Thronson as the 2022 Movers and Shakers, an annual spotlight of individuals who are moving the library field forward as a profession.

Keppler serves as the Miller Branch manager and was recognized in the educators category.

“Libraries transformed my life and gave me a vehicle to help other people,” Keppler said. “The
library gave me a purpose on this planet.”

DiSalvo-Thronson serves as the community engagement and partnerships manager and was recognized in the community builders category.

“I want to live in a world with more community,” she said. “The library is a great tool for advancing that. Connecting to community is really imperative for helping as many people as possible use those resources.”