Shih Fa Kao

Shih Fa Kao is an experienced librarian currently serving at the San Jose Public Library since July 2016, specializing as a Business Librarian. Shih Fa Kao has successfully developed partnerships to introduce diverse programs, including financial planning and entrepreneurial legal clinics, while also engaging underserved communities in East San Jose. Prior roles include On-Call Programming/Reference Librarian at Menlo Park Library, where Shih Fa Kao managed the Centennial Celebration project and initiated social media campaigns, and a Reference Librarian Intern at the same library, implementing the first bicycle ride program. Additionally, Shih Fa Kao interned as a Maker Librarian at Sunnyvale Public Library, contributing to outreach events and programs. With a Master of Library & Information Science from San Jose State University, complemented by teaching credentials and a background in journalism, Shih Fa Kao brings a wealth of knowledge and creativity to library services and community engagement.