Title: Ms
Forename: Liz
Surname: McGettigan
Post Nominals: BA, MCLIP, ACMI
Candidate manifesto
The time to be modest and traditional has gone this is our time to be ambitious, high profile, proactive and innovative. I passionately believe in libraries and the world of library and information professionals. I believe in our ability to develop exciting approaches to innovation in the sharing of information, knowledge and learning. As the internet proliferates, information becomes more and more confusing and mobile technology is developing so rapidly, we have a real opportunity to lead.
I have worked on the frontline, in school and reference libraries, in the private IT sector and in a huge variety of management roles during my career. I have used my skills in organisational transformation, channel shift, social media, digital and electronic information management across the UK and Europe. I have also developed expertise in digital and social inclusion, e-government and e-learning services – areas that affect us all. I love developing innovative services, networks and opportunities for cooperation and partnership.
I thrive on leading rapid transformation and have an exciting vision for the future of libraries, librarians and information professionals. Transformation isn't just about new technology it’s about challenging preconceptions, finding smarter, leaner ways of working and identifying opportunities in the midst of adversity.
I have led the use of social media to promote library services in Edinburgh, as well as being an advocate in the field of information literacy. I know I can champion and harness our fabulous, transferable skills to enable us to drive the agenda. I know I can promote the positioning of libraries in local government and educational institutions for economic wellbeing, information literacy and learning for employment, cultural identity and social justice and will do so by developing a higher profile nationally and internationally
I promise that, if elected, I will fulfil the role with passion, and skill.
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Nominators' Supporting Statements
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Statement 1
Title: Mr
Forename: Phil
Surname: Bradley
Post Nominals: BA(Hons), MCLIP
I'm very happy to nominate Liz McGettigan for a position as CILIP Trustee. Liz has been actively involved with exciting developments within the library field and developing the use of Web 2.0 applications as well as other forms of social media. She is very highly regarded amongst her colleagues and would add an exciting dimension to CILIP Council.
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Statement 2
Title: Ms
Forename: Jenny
Surname: Foreman
Post Nominals: MA DipLib
I have known Liz McGettigan for a number of years and have always been very impressed by her personal qualities as well as her work.
Liz is a very dynamic, highly experienced professional with many qualities which would make her an excellent candidate for the CILIP Council. She is adept at engaging with others, is highly proactive and enthusiastic in her work and all her many roles. For example, Liz has been a leading force in using social media to promote library services in Edinburgh, as well as being an invaluable advocate in the field of information literacy. ________________________________________
Statement 3
Title: Ms
Forename: Margaret
Surname: Forrest
Post Nominals: MA, MSc, DipLib, FCLIP, FSA Scot, FHEA
Liz McGettigan is an active member of CILIP and a role model among public sector librarians in the UK. She has a wealth of experience in public libraries and is an expert in digital and social inclusion. In my opinion, Liz has all the skills and knowledge which would make her an ideal member of CILIP Council.
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Statement 4
Title: Mr
Forename: David
Surname: McMenemy
Post Nominals: BA MSc MCLIP FHEA
I first met Liz when she worked for with East Renfrewshire Council. In the time I have known her I have been impressed with her passion for public libraries, and her desire to ensure that they remain relevant in the modern era.
Since her time with East Renfrewshire she has worked in the private sector for a library systems vendor, and now leads Edinburgh’s public library service.
Liz is a wonderful advocate for public libraries and the wider profession and would bring her passion and enthusiasm to the role of CILIP Trustee.
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Statement 5
Title: Mr
Forename: Martyn
Surname: Wade
Post Nominals: BA. MLib, MCLIP
I am pleased to support Liz McGettigan’s nomination.
I have come to know Liz and her work particularly after she joined the City of Edinburgh Council as Head of Libraries and Information services. There she has re-energised and developed the library and information service across the city. She has a clear vision for libraries and is developing the profile and role of libraries within their communities and the council.
She is a strong advocate for library services, and as a Trustee Liz will bring her enthusiasm and energy to the Board of CILIP.