Samantha Leicht-Ruskey

Samantha Leicht-Ruskey is an experienced professional in customer service and library sciences, currently serving as the Southwest Sites Guest Service Manager at the Wisconsin Historical Society since April 2023. Prior positions include Assistant Store Leader at Kwik Trip, Inc. and Manager at Curl Surf, where leadership and customer interaction were key responsibilities. Samantha has also worked as a Bookbinder at LEHMANN BINDERY and a Librarian at KRISTALLE, managing collections and cataloging valuable books and artwork. Earlier experience includes a Collections Intern role at Bowers Museum and multiple positions in retail, focusing on customer engagement and support. Academic qualifications include a Master of Library & Information Science from San Jose State University and a Bachelor of Science in Archaeology from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse.