FOPLA Board of Directors

Our volunteer Board of Directors allocates funds raised towards programs and activities aligned with FOPLA’s mission and works tirelessly in support of Ottawa’s public libraries.

Executive Committee

Kathleen O'Connell RenaudPresident & CEO
With general oversight over the Board and FOPLA’s operations, Kathleen guides advocacy and fundraising efforts, governance, and strategic planning. The President serves as FOPLA’s public representative and principal contact with the Ottawa Public Library (OPL) to support its programs.
Heather KrekerTreasurer
Heather uses her expertise to provide oversight on FOPLA’s financial activities so that the Board can effectively manage funds and meet its objectives. She also coordinates preparation of FOPLA’s annual budget.
Pamela BelferSecretary
As Secretary, Pamela is the glue that holds the members of the Board of Directors together, and provides direction to the Board of Directors to ensure that it complies with the regulations of the AABPO.

Board Directors

Ian Sharkey | Vice President (Interim), Director of Operations

Shari Hill | ex officio, Past President

Sonia Bebbington | ex officio, Chief Librarian/CEO, Ottawa Public Library

Sara Caverley | Director of Communications

Alexander Sodiqov | Director of Marketing

Chantal Cloutier | ex officio, Past President

FOPLA Coordination and Management

Key volunteer roles supporting our Stores and FOPLA Distribution Centre (FDC)

Carol Shepherd | Coordinator – Centre & West regions

Scott Esdon | FDC Manager

Mandy Irving | Coordinator – South & East regions

Personnel

Jackie BanningFinance Coordinator
As Finance Coordinator, Jackie coordinates the preparation of FOPLA’s financial documentation and tax returns, and provides general recommendations on FOPLA’s financial activities.

Alex HoughtonAdministrative & Communications Coordinator
As Administrative & Communications Coordinator, Alex is responsible for administrative and communications support to the Board, the Distribution Centre, and FOPLA stores, and handles inquiries from the general public.

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