City Librarian and Executive Director
Denver Public Library
Michelle Jeske is Denver’s City Librarian and Executive Director of the Denver Public Library. Michelle has also held positions at TLC CARL Corporation, San Antonio Public Library and New York Public Library and has served as both President and Director-at-Large on the Public Library Association Board. She has been named Colorado Librarian of the Year and a Library Journal Mover and Shaker. Under Michelle’s leadership, Denver Public Library has successfully raised funds to build three new libraries and renovate twelve more including its Central Library; grown its digital equity, older adults, and new Americans programs; executed a community engagement-centered and staff-driven strategic roadmap; and recently, led a ballot initiative for a major new dedicated funding stream.
Sunday, January 29, 2023
1:30 PM – 2:45 PM