During the ALA Executive Board's fall meeting, October 22–24, at ALA Headquarters in Chicago, Keith Michael Fiels signed on for five more years as ALA executive director, through FY 2015. Fiels said this afternoon that he hoped five more years at the helm would help give the Association the stability it needs to come through these tough financial times a stronger and more vital organization.
ALA President Roberta Stevens said, “Keith Michael Fiels has been extraordinarily effective as ALA’s executive director. He has led the Association during challenging economic times, successfully ensuring that its programs and responsiveness to members not only continue but also grow. And just as impressive, he has kept a focus on the future of the Association and our goal of having 21st-century libraries for our users. The Executive Board is grateful that Keith has agreed to remain as our Association’s leader, applying his intelligence, interpersonal abilities, and considerable energy to this important job.”
