Library Technology Guides

State Library of Pennsylvania becomes sixth statewide implementation partner of the Skilltype talent management platform. The Office of Commonwealth Libraries announced today their statewide pilot of Skilltype, a cutting-edge software platform designed to support skills management and professional development for library workers. This software equips public and academic libraries across Pennsylvania with personalized tools to identify, develop, and track the evolving competencies of their teams. The partnership marks the sixth statewide implementation of Skilltype in the United States. [Full Announcement].

Skilltype and Library Journal/School Library Journal partner to expand professional development access. Skilltype, the talent-management platform for information professionals, is partnering with Library Journal (LJ), a leading authority in librarianship for nearly 150 years, and School Library Journal (SLJ), the premier voice in school librarianship for over 70 years. The collaboration integrates LJ and SLJ's professional development programs directly into the Skilltype platform, giving libraries streamlined access to trusted training resources at exclusive discounts. [Full Announcement].

Skilltype and EveryLibrary partner to amplify library advocacy and access to resources. Skilltype, the talent-management platform tailored for libraries, announced a new partnership with EveryLibrary. Through this collaboration, Skilltype will host EveryLibrary's content directly on its platform, expanding access to critical advocacy training and resources for library professionals worldwide. EveryLibrary is the first and only national political action organization focused on building voter support for libraries. Dedicated to securing stable funding and defending library values, EveryLibrary has helped local campaigns win more than $339 million in annual tax revenue—impacting library systems across the country. Its resources empower library workers, trustees, and community members with the tools needed to advocate effectively, navigate ballot initiatives, and respond to growing legislative and political challenges. [Full Announcement].

Monash University becomes latest in Australia to go live on Skilltype. Monash University Library, one of Australia's prestigious Group of Eight universities, is now LIVE on the Skilltype platform. As the exclusive distributor of Skilltype in Australia and New Zealand, CAVAL will provide Monash University Library with access to the platform's skills management workflows and dedicated help desk support. Designed for libraries, Skilltype uses data to equip libraries with training and tools that reinforce each library's staff development cycle. Skilltype uses real-time inventory of employee skills and interests to curate on-demand training and development, ensuring staff have the right training resources at the right time. [Full Announcement].

The University of Queensland Library adopts Skilltype for staff development. The University of Queensland Library has joined the growing number of organizations adopting Skilltype for staff development and becomes the first library from the Group of Eight to do so. As the exclusive distributor of Skilltype in Australia and New Zealand, CAVAL will provide UQ Library with access to the platform's skills management workflows and dedicated help desk support. This multi-year agreement enables UQ Library to track progress in closing skill gaps over time. [Full Announcement].

Individual subscriptions now available to Skilltype. Skilltype, the leading talent management platform for libraries and information professionals, announces the launch of its new Individual Subscription Offer. This new service will allow individual professionals to access Skilltype's comprehensive suite of career development tools, normally available only through institutional partnerships, empowering them to take their learning and career advancement into their own hands. The new individual subscription plan provides library and information professionals with the ability to tailor their skill development journey, curate learning paths, and connect with a vibrant community of peers, all while leveraging data-driven insights into industry trends. With access to personalized content recommendations, skills assessments, and performance analytics, this subscription model places career growth at the forefront of the professional experience. [Full Announcement].

Skilltype and UCLA DataX partner to surface data expertise. UCLA's DataX initiative and Skilltype announced a partnership to surface data expertise across the campus community, marking a significant milestone for higher education. Skilltype, an American software company, provides talent management software that uses real-time data to help information professionals and their teams identify, develop, and share expertise. This collaboration extends Skilltype's expertise in mapping skills to the broader university, empowering a new vertical of data science professionals that multiplies our target audience [Full Announcement].

Nonprofit Annual Reviews Becomes Strategic Partner. Annual Reviews has become Skilltype's newest strategic partner through a minority investment. Similarly to Skilltype's other investors, Annual Reviews supports the development and training of information professionals. This prepares them for an exciting and fulfilling future. [Full Announcement].

University of Notre Dame Hesburgh Libraries signs multi-year agreement with Skilltype for talent management. Skilltype, the talent management platform for libraries, announced a multi-year agreement with the Hesburgh Libraries at the University of Notre Dame. The Hesburgh Libraries' mission, vision, and strategic framework are designed to help advance Notre Dame's aspirations to be recognized as one of the world's leading research universities while prioritizing human and professional flourishing. Each member of the library community plays a key role in advancing strategic goals and objectives, sustaining critical operations, and defining shared values. Together, the organization is building an inclusive, diverse, and dynamic culture as they elevate Notre Dame's teaching and research agenda. Toward this end, the Hesburgh Libraries are investing in a long-term skill development strategy. Partnering with Skilltype creates an opportunity to institute a data-driven approach to identify skill gaps among library staff. Also, it allows the development of personalized, automated training plans for them. [Full Announcement].

Jamie Lin becomes Skilltype's Head of Community and User Research. Skilltype announced the appointment of Jamie Lin as the new Head of Community and User Research. Lin, an information professional with a rich background in instructional design, community building, and professional development, will spearhead efforts to understand Skilltype's diverse audience while increasing connections among users. [Full Announcement].

Johnny Boursiquot becomes Skilltype's founding Chief Technology Officer. Skilltype announced that Johnny Boursiquot has joined the company as its Founding Chief Technology Officer. He will join Skilltype April 3rd, 2023 from Salesforce, where he currently serves as a lead platform engineer. Boursiquot brings more than two decades of experience in software engineering and leadership to the role, having previously served as a technical advisor to the Skilltype team since its launch in June of 2020. [Full Announcement].

Skilltype appoints Matt Allan as Product Manager. Skilltype announce the appointment of Matt Allan as Skilltype's first full-time Product Manager. [Full Announcement].

Skilltype raises $1.75 million to future-proof libraries globally. Skilltype, the talent management platform for libraries, announces that it has raised $1.75M to future-proof libraries globally. Skilltype has raised $1.7 million in seed financing, led again by Pearl Fund, with participation from the Ruthless for Good Fund, Revelry Venture Partners and Manifold Group. In addition, we are bringing in our first strategic investor with the addition of Technology from SAGE, a portfolio of digital services from SAGE Publishing that improve the patron workflow. These partnerships also allow us to add Aaron Walker from the Ruthless for Good Fund, and Martha Sedgwick from SAGE to our board of directors. [Full Announcement].

Skilltype Partners with San Jose State University iSchool. Skilltype announces its partnership with San José State University School of Information to provide access to its talent marketplace to students, faculty, and staff. This marks the second iSchool to adopt Skilltype's talent management platform. This adoption aligns with San José State University iSchool's commitment to be a global leader in education delivering innovative research and top quality programs in the information profession. Their implementation of Skilltype will help ensure that the students receive up-to-date training on the skills and tools needed in the information industry to complement San José State University's iSchool curriculum. [Full Announcement].

University of Kentucky Libraries signs multi-year agreement with Skilltype. The University of Kentucky Libraries have entered into a multi-year agreement with Skilltype for talent management across their seven branch library system, marking the 17th member of the association of research libraries to adopt Skilltype since 2020. [Full Announcement].

Skilltype appoints Christine Quirion as Chief Operating Officer. Skilltype, Inc., the talent management platform for libraries, today announced the appointment of Christine Quirion to its leadership team as Chief Operating Officer. [Full Announcement].

Amigos signs multi-year Skilltype Agreement for its Research Libraries. Amigos Library Services is making a first of its kind investment in increasing the capacity of its 500+ library members by implementing a multi-year partnership with talent management platform Skilltype. This partnership will provide access to a pilot group of research libraries to begin deploying a data-driven approach to organizational development. Initial pilot participants include Baylor University, Rice University, Southern Methodist University, Texas Christian University, Texas Tech University, The University of Texas at Austin, and Washington University in St. Louis. [Full Announcement].

PALCI adopts Skilltype for expertise sharing. The Partnership for Academic Library Collaboration and Innovation is making a first of its kind investment in increasing the capacity of its 71 academic and research libraries by implementing a multi-year partnership with talent management platform Skilltype. By adopting Skilltype, PALCI is now able to access new opportunities for networking, leveraging the platform's data-driven approach to expertise sharing across this unique interstate academic library community. [Full Announcement].

Broward County Library Selects Skilltype for Teams, becoming the first public library to adopt the Skills Management Platform. LYRASIS, a global non-profit membership organization providing technology and content services for galleries, libraries, archives, museum, and research communities is excited to announce that Broward County Library (FL) will become the first large public library to adopt Skilltype, a software platform for information professionals and their teams to analyze, grow, and share expertise, through an exclusive partnership. [Full Announcement].