Beth Boatright

Beth Boatright serves as the Director of Community Partnerships and Programs at Allen County Public Library since May 2022, where responsibilities include connecting residents with resources and fostering community partnerships to enhance learning opportunities. Previous roles include Director of Service Strategies at Florida State University, overseeing public services and managing a team focused on student engagement, and Associate Librarian at Purdue University Fort Wayne, where leadership was provided in technology initiatives and information literacy instruction. Beth's early career included positions at Louisiana College and Indiana University, focusing on reference services and academic support. Academic qualifications include a Master of Library Science with a Digital Library Specialization from Indiana University Bloomington and a Bachelor of Arts in English and Music from Houghton University.