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Gail Wanner is a seasoned library professional with extensive experience in library automation, interlibrary loan, product management, and customer relations. She has worked with various library systems, including Dynix, SirsiDynix, and Northern Acres Resort & Campground. Gail holds an MS in Library and Information Science from the University of Denver and a B.A. in Ancient History, Classics, Anthropology, and Greek from the University of Minnesota.

Experience

    • Owner/Operator
      • Jan 1997 - Present

      Cabin & shower house cleaning, finance, marketing, purchasing, etc.

    • Sales, Western Region
      • Apr 2012 - May 2014

      Customer relations, maintenance and ongoing sales to existing customers.

    • Resource Sharing Specialist
      • Jan 2000 - Oct 2010

      Over 10 years as Interlibrary Loan specialist and product manager. Final 6 months added focus on digital asset management and served as resource for sales staff on this new product line.

    • Product Manager
      • Mar 1997 - Jan 2000

      URSA product manager for small US office of Australian company that developed the first direct consortial borrowing system. Moved to Dynix (epixtech, SirsiDynix) when CPS sold the product to them.

  • Dynix
    • Provo, Utah Area
    • Manager, Vista Department & Other Positions
      • Jun 1987 - Oct 1996
      • Provo, Utah Area

      Online journal article database aggregator with cross-database searching, similar to First Search (OCLC). Departed when product was discontinued. Previously worked with Dynix ILS as coordinator of beta testing, quality assurance, customer relations manager and customer support team leader.

    • Parker Branch Manager
      • Jan 1985 - Jan 1988

      System Administrator for Dynix System Responsible for library automation project, including data conversion, barcoding, equipment installation, staff training & problem-solving. Active member of Colorado Dynix Users Group, and IRVING Project to link Colorado library systems. Responsible for daily operations and staff of library with over 15% increase in circulation annually. Opened new library in 1985, recruited volunteer labor for move. Obtained community donations for building and new services. Fostered strong Friends of Library group. Plan, publicize and perform programs for children and community groups.

    • Regional Library Manager
      • 1972 - 1985

      Various roles, including cable television production manager, reading center librarian, children's librarian and assistant to Central Library director.

Education

  • 2017 - 2019
    Archaeology Institute, UHI
    Graduate Studies, Classical, Ancient Mediterranean and Near Eastern Studies and Archaeology
  • 2015 - 2016
    Arizona State University
    Human Origins
  • 2011 - 2012
    Simon Fraser University
    Technical Communication
  • 1986 - 1988
    University of Colorado Denver
    MS, Animal Behavior/Biology
  • 1979 - 1982
    University of Denver
    MLIS, Library and Information Science
  • 1964 - 1968
    University of Minnesota
    B.A., Ancient History, Classics, Anthropology, Greek

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