Karl Foster

Karl Foster is an accomplished Information Technology Manager at the Kansas City, Kansas Public Library, dedicating efforts to enhance IT services and support since June 2021. With a robust background in public services, including roles as Adult Services Supervisor and Reference Librarian at the same library, Karl has a comprehensive understanding of library operations. Previous experience as a PreMedia Technology Analyst at McClatchy Newspapers involved remote support and implementation of critical workflow systems across multiple newspaper markets. Further experience includes various technical positions at The Kansas City Star, where responsibilities encompassed software maintenance and network administration. Karl holds a Master of Business Administration from Ottawa University and a Master of Library & Information Science from Emporia State University.