The Hamilton East Public Library (HEPL) Board of Trustees appointed Melissa Loiselle as Library Director by a unanimous vote at the Thursday, May 8 meeting.
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Starting in January of this year, the Board began evaluating and interviewing candidates, with the aim of choosing the next Library Director, along with executive recruitment and consulting firm Organizational Architecture. The Board held an executive session on Thursday evening, followed by a public meeting to provide updates to the search.
With an extensive background in libraries and education, Loiselle brings a wealth of expertise and leadership to the HEPL team.
In her role, she will oversee the executive administration of the library, working closely with the HEPL Board of Trustees and Leadership Team to drive innovation, discovery, equity, and access within the growing community. The Board says her strategic vision and proven track record in libraries make her the ideal candidate to lead the library into the future.
“After the Board of Trustees’ director search and selection process, I am confident that Melissa is the right person to lead HEPL into its next chapter,” HEPL Board of Trustees President Craig Siebe said. “The Board of Trustees looks forward to working with Melissa to achieve HEPL’s strategic priorities.”
Loiselle holds a Master of Library Science from Indiana University and has 14 years of experience in the library field. Previously, she was the Youth Services Manager of the Fishers Library before moving on to become the director of the Vernon Township Public Library. She rejoined HEPL as a Deputy Director in November 2023.
“As a longtime resident of Fishers, it is an honor to serve my community once again,” Loiselle said. “I will work hard to ensure the Library exceeds the expectations of the people of Fishers and Noblesville.”
Loiselle officially assumed the role on Thursday and will report directly to the Board.