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In a significant development, Ashfaq Syed has been appointed as the new President of the Naperville Public Library Board, taking over the reins on July 19th, 2023. Expressing gratitude for the appointment, Syed conveyed his appreciation to the Board of Trustees for placing their confidence and trust in him to shoulder this crucial responsibility.
“Naperville Public Library has been named the No. 1 Public Library in the U.S. in the 100,000 – 250,000 population category for the last 10 years and has been a beacon of pride for the entire community,” stated the newly appointed President, highlighting the library’s remarkable achievements.
“I take this opportunity to thank the Board of Trustees of the Library for their confidence and trust in me to carry this important responsibility,” Ashfaq Syed said with enthusiasm.
Promising to lead the Naperville Public Library to even greater heights, Syed shared his vision to implement multiple innovative initiatives that would further enhance the library’s offerings and services.
In a gracious gesture, Syed extended his heartfelt appreciation to the outgoing President, Jeanine O’Meara, for her excellent leadership and dedicated service to the Naperville Public Library Board. He also expressed gratitude towards Dave Della Terza, the Executive Director, and the entire library staff for their outstanding contributions and hard work.
Notably, two other individuals were appointed to key roles within the board. Nancy Hayes and Nick Guo were named Vice President and Secretary of the Naperville Public Library Board, respectively, adding their expertise and dedication to the leadership team.
Ashfaq Syed’s name resonates with commendable community work, fueled by unwavering zeal and dedication. His extensive involvement with numerous non-profit organizations in both Chicago and Naperville areas further demonstrates his commitment to serving the community at large.
As the Naperville Public Library sets sail under the leadership of Ashfaq Syed, the community anticipates an exciting chapter of progress and innovation for one of the nation’s most esteemed public libraries.
