We are very grateful to these community leaders for their willingness to share their time and talent as we work to support excellence at the Jackson County Libraries. Thank you!
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BRIAN YOUNG
Board President
Brian Young has nearly 2 decades of experience in the financial sector. Originally from Missouri and Texas (go Chiefs!), Brian has held progressing leadership roles across Idaho and Oregon.
He currently serves as the District manager for the Southern Oregon District of US Bank that encompasses 15 branches in Douglas, Josephine, Jackson, Klamath and Lake counties.
PHil Meyer
VICE PRESIDENT/TREASURER
Phil joined the Board in 2023. Current President/CEO of SOPBS, before which Phil was President and CEO of Valley PBS in Fresno, California. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Graphic Design and his Master of Business Management degree from University of Cincinnati, Ohio. He also received his Certification of Nonprofit Management from Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana.
Nate Galvin
Secretary
With over 10 years of experience in digital advertising, Nathan has acquired expertise in several areas, including product strategy, brand awareness, and digital marketing solutions. Nathan's most recent role at Gannett | USA TODAY has seen him managing a dedicated team in the Western region of the United States, where they are focused on all things digital for the Gannett | USA TODAY network and its local papers in-market. Prior to this role, he worked for various companies, including Bear Creek Advertising and ThriveHive, where he provided digital advertising solutions and managed various product support teams. He also had previously served as an Intelligence Analyst in the United States Air Force for five years.
Jeanett Marquez
Board Member
Project Manager – Rogue Valley Manor: The mission of JCLF resonates deeply within Jeanett, and she strongly believes in its ability to make a positive impact on our community. Her experience in leading diverse teams and carrying out intricate projects, she has the abilities to skillfully plan, organize, and execute initiatives, making her an effective contributor to the library foundation's strategic objectives.
Sue Collins
BOARD MEMBER
Sue Collins brings over 40 years of experience in the education and
technology fields. Sue is well-known for her ability to bridge
education, technology, and policy. In 2000, she was appointed by
President Clinton to the Web-based Education Commission and was
named by eSchoolNews as one of the top 30 movers and shakers in
education. Sue now resides in Medford, OR and is sharing her gifts with JCLF.
Chloe Bostwick
Board Member
Evidence Technician for Central Point Police Department. Previously she worked in the insurance and hospitality industries. She received her Associate of Arts from Rogue Community College in 2017, her Bachelors in Human Resources in 2021, and a Masters of
Management and Leadership in 2022, both through Western Governor's
University. Chloe is a 27-year resident of the Rogue Valley and loves and believes the library is very important, therefore she wanted to find a way to support it.
Susan Kiefer,
Ex Officio Board Member for JCLD
Ms. Kiefer, a transplant to Jackson County from Minnesota, brings a background
Library Science, law, and activism to the Board.
Ginny Auer
Executive Director
As an experienced non-profit executive, Auer brings management and fundraising skills, along with a passion for the JCLF mission of building community support for the library, to her role.
Auer’s background includes leadership positions at the ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum and Southern Oregon Film and Media. She served as development director for four different Southern Oregon non-profits. She has also worked as a non-profit consultant and served on boards of directors. She brings more than ten years of experience in all areas of storytelling as a filmmaker, writer, actor, and narrator.