Jay Peterson is a public library consultant with more than 15 years of experience making rural and small libraries the best they can be. For over 13 years at the State of Iowa, Jay has worked to provide top-notch training and consulting to public libraries. From navigating E-rate, statewide database offerings like Bridges, and navigating the ins and outs of city and library relationships, Jay has provided friendly and passionate service to the libraries of Iowa. Jay wakes up every day glad to work with his favorite customers: public librarians. He believes that all communities are lifted up by vibrant dynamic public libraries from the smallest town to the largest urban center. He strives every day to give customers the tools and assistance they need to navigate the complex world of modern librarianship. Get in touch with Jay to talk about lifelong learning, broadband access in rural libraries, or any issue that your library is confronting; his door is always open!