Minneapolis – July 3rd, 2023: Bibliotheca is pleased to announce the appointment of Jim Hopwood as the new Managing Director of EMEA, effective July 3, 2023. Having held key leadership positions at both Bibliotheca and Hublet, and as an advisor to various technology businesses, Hopwood is a seasoned professional and industry expert in the library technology market with a proven track record of success.
“Jim’s return to Bibliotheca is an exciting development for our organisation,” says Joe Grillo, CEO of Bibliotheca. “His extensive experience and deep understanding of library dynamics, trends, and emerging technologies make him the ideal candidate to lead our EMEA operations. His appointment is a testament to Bibliotheca’s commitment to providing the best solutions and services to libraries in the EMEA region.”
As Managing Director, Jim will assume responsibility for EMEA, directly overseeing all customer-facing functions in the region, and will play a pivotal role in shaping Bibliotheca’s strategy for product development, marketing, and sales generation. The appointment marks a realignment to a more decentralised management model, enabling Bibliotheca to be highly responsive to its regional customer base.
“I am thrilled to rejoin Bibliotheca and take on the role of Managing Director for EMEA,” Jim commented. “The library technology market is experiencing rapid change, and I am excited to work with the exceptional team at Bibliotheca to drive innovation, provide outstanding customer experiences, and cement Bibliotheca’s position as a leader in the industry.”
About Bibliotheca
Bibliotheca is a global library technology partner helping libraries create more accessible, connected and intuitive experiences for their communities. For more than 50 years, the company has worked with libraries to simplify everyday operations, support staff and give patrons greater flexibility in how they access services, resources and spaces.
Today, Bibliotheca works with more than 30,000 libraries across 21 countries. Its solutions support self-service, extended access, digital engagement and accessibility-focused experiences, all designed around the real needs of modern libraries and the communities they serve.
For more information on this release, please contact
info@bibliotheca.com.
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