Emma Doran Mlis Alai

Emma Doran MLIS ALAI is an experienced Executive Librarian at Kildare County Council, where responsibilities include operational management of library facilities and coordination of user services. Emma has successfully led local teams to enhance service delivery, organizes key events such as the Kildare Young Readers Beyond The Book festival, and manages frontline staff in ensuring quality information services. Previous roles include Chairperson of the Career Development Group for the Library Association of Ireland and Library Assistant Special Collections at Maynooth University. Emma holds a Master of Library & Information Science from University College Dublin and has diverse experience in various educational and service roles, demonstrating strong organizational and interpersonal skills.