Getting to know: RMSLA member Betsy Herzog
Where do you live?
Basalt, Colorado
Where do you work, and what’s your title?
I am the Librarian and Knowledge Manager at Rocky Mountain Institute.
What’s the mission of your organization?
Rocky Mountain Institute (www.rmi.org) is an independent, entrepreneurial, nonprofit think-and-do-tank, and our mission is to drive the efficient and restorative use of resources.
When did you become an SLA/RMSLA member?
I became an SLA member when I was in graduate school at the University of North Carolina. I moved to Colorado to work at Rocky Mountain Institute in 2008 and joined RMSLA right away.
What drew you into an information career?
I was always drawn to work in an academic setting and so I initially wanted to work at an academic research library. Over time I realized that I can have a tremendous amount of impact working with and for industry, outside of the university setting.
What’s the best thing about being an information professional?
I enjoy supporting the mission and vision of RMI using my unique set of skills. My colleagues and patrons are very appreciative of the work that I do, whether that means conducting research, providing resources, or organizing our intellectual capital. It’s a rewarding position to be in.
What’s the next great thing you want to learn?
I always want to become more proficient in the areas that we work in–engineering, energy, building science, economics, finance, etc. My background is in the humanities, not the technical sciences, so I always have a lot to learn.
Are you a member of any other professional associations?
No.
What do you love to do in your non-work time?
I participate in a lot of the “-ing” sports: running, skiing, biking, hiking.
Tell us something about yourself that we’d never think to ask.
I am a twin.
What’s your favorite thing about SLA and/or the Rocky Mountain Chapter?
Since I live and work in such a remote area, I don’t get to participate in a lot of the RMSLA events in person. However, I do take full advantage of the SLA and RMSLA listservs, asking for advice and support from the SLA communities. It’s extremely valuable to me to know that there is a community of professionals who I can connect with easily over e-mail.

Name:


Follow Us!