Georgia Public Library Service
Ben G. Carter is an accomplished library professional with extensive experience in library management and development. Since May 2018, Ben G. Carter has served as the Assistant State Librarian for Library Development at the Georgia Public Library Service. Previously, Ben G. Carter held leadership positions, including Director at the Azalea Regional Library System and the Conyers-Rockdale Library System, where responsibilities encompassed executive leadership, strategic initiatives, and community partnerships. Roles at Gwinnett County Public Library and other organizations further demonstrate Ben G. Carter's commitment to enhancing library services and fostering community engagement. Ben G. Carter holds a Master of Science in Library Science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from The University of Georgia.
Georgia Public Library Service
A unit of the University System of Georgia, GPLS is the state agency for public libraries in Georgia. Our services and programs include: - Georgia Library Public Information Network for Electronic Services (PINES): the public library automation and lending network for 281 public libraries and affiliated service outlets in 143 counties - Georgia Library Learning Online (GALILEO): the state’s virtual library, providing online access to thousands of periodicals, scholarly journals, books, encyclopedias, business directories and government publications. - Georgia Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (GLS): the state's talking book and braille library, promoting assistive technology and providing accessible reading materials to those who, due to a disability, are unable to read standard print. - Professional Consulting, Training and Facilities Support: GPLS supports Georgia’s libraries by providing a broad range of consulting services and technical assistance. - Others, including Grant Administration, Youth Services and Family Literacy, Computer Networking and Technical Support