I have been privileged to work with the Bradburys on four occasions, with two different levels of Libraries, one a very large County
system, and the other a regional system with 41 Libraries in eight counties. In both cases it meant a second reposting of the
position and, in both cases, their guarantee to fill the positions was honored, with a tireless pursuit of successfully filling
the position. From the first meeting with Dan and Jobeth until a contract is negotiated with chosen candidate, the board has their
undivided attention. They are very professional, personable, and accommodating. They provided numerous choices of candidates, their
attention to details, preparation and advice to the staff and boards was so helpful in reaching our goals and the end result was
fantastic Directors. Every thing was accomplished in a very timely manner. I (WE) were extremely satisfied and would recommend anyone
to choose Gossage Sager as your search firm.
--Shirley A. Bruursema, President Lakeland Library Cooperative, Trustee and Past
President Kent District Library (MI), Past President, ALA Trustees and Advocates
I highly recommend working with Dan and Jobeth. They know the industry players very well, were organized and responsive in leading our
search, and were easily willing to adjust their process based on our individual needs. Plus, they are just really nice people!
I felt well supported in my role as a search committee member.
--Susan Brock Williams, Vice Chair, Indianapolis Public Library
Foundation
The Indianapolis Public Library board chose Bradbury Associates to assist us in our search to replace our retiring CEO.
They provided the board with a thorough outline of the entire selection process that provided our board with the necessary information
we needed to make the best selection on a new CEO. Their professionalism and industry knowledge were critical components the board
and the CEO selection committee needed to accomplish our objective.
--Tom Shevlot, President, Indianapolis Public Library
To Whom it may concern: Dan and Jobeth are delightful to work with and they are so professional in their contacts with
the LPL staff, boards and public, that you (fellow libraries) will never be embarrassed. They work very well together
and what is cool is that you get two for the price of one…..They do stand by their guarantee as LPL found out because in
our first search, the hiree backed out. I was hoping our recent one would back out again, so we could have Dan and
Jobeth back for another search…Best and thank you Dan and Jobeth, Buzz Carmichael, Chair of LPL Board of Trustees
Jobeth and Dan Bradbury were tremendous assets to us in our search for a new director. They helped us through every
phase of the process, even when we hit a stumbling block that was no fault of theirs. They acted with grace,
professionalism, and good humor, all of which we needed. I recommend them most highly. Larry Smith, Chairman of the
Search Committee,Lexington, Kentucky Public Library
The Tulsa City-County Library Commission was extremely pleased to utilize the consulting
services of Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates during the search for a
well-qualified Chief Executive Officer. Dan and Jobeth Bradbury were a tremendous
assistance in helping us find an outstanding individual to fill the vacancy.
Throughout the long and arduous selection process, Dan and Jobeth were very professional
in every phase of the search. They provided both a selection format and information
about the applicants that were meaningful during the review of over 50 resumes. As a
result, the search went smoothly without a hitch. They gently guided the commission from
the beginning of the advertising of the position phase through the finalization of the
contractual agreement phase with the selected candidate. The Tulsa City-County Library
Commission believes Dan and Jobeth whose professional skills and experiences with
libraries across the country would be an asset to any organization in search of
well-qualified candidates. The commission hopes the services of Bradbury Associates/Gossage
Sager Associates will not be needed for many years to come, but in the unlikely event that
change becomes inevitable, there would be no hesitation in utilizing their services once again.
La Verne Ford Wimberly, Ed.D. Chairman, Tulsa City-County Library Commission.
Working with Dan and Jobeth at Gossage Sager made our Director search process easy and rewarding.
They were with us every step of the way with good advice and tested procedures.
We ended up with very well qualified candidates and could not be more pleased with our final choice
-- Kay Riddle, Search Committee Chair, Rangeview Library District, Adams County, CO
Every aspect of our experience with Gossage Sager was first-rate. They are professional, reliable, responsive, flexible, cost-effective
and, most of all, Effective, with a capital "E." We could not be happier with our new Director, and the process we went through to find her
-- Jenny Baldock, Search Committee Chair, Greenwich (CT) Library
The Omaha Public Library Board of Trustees engaged Gossage Sager for its recent hire of a new executive director. The entire process went extremely well.
The Bradbury's were very professional and diligent in all of the work they did for us. They even managed to cooperate with our relatively shorter time-line.
I would highly recommend using them to anyone seeking a thorough, professional search firm.
-- Kevin Thompson, President, Omaha Public Library Board of Trustees
As a candidate for the Executive Director of the Omaha Public Library, I felt very fortunate to work with Gossage Sager
Associates. Dan and Jobeth Bradbury made the process incredibly pleasant and efficient. They kept me informed at every
step in the process, and provided me with quick answers to all of my questions. Their diligence eliminated much of the
stress associated with a job search, and they remained engaged throughout the entire process.
-- Gary Wasdin, Director, Omaha (NE) Public Library
While being considered for my current position as director of the Prince George’s County Memorial Library System,
I was privileged to work with Dan, Jobeth and Joey of Gossage Sager. I was impressed with their professionalism,
their respect for candidates and the process, and their deep knowledge of the needs of libraries. Beginning with the
initial interview with a representative of Gossage Sager, the process proceeded at a good pace with relevant information
provided at key points. During the on-site interviews it was clear that Dan and Jobeth had prepared the Board and staff
for the process, made appropriate arrangements for candidates and I was given all the information I needed to present
myself in the best possible light to be successful. The entire experience with Gossage Sager was a pleasure.
--Kathleen Teaze, Director, Prince George's (MD) County Memorial Library System
Recently, we had the serious and difficult task of hiring a new Director for our Library. After a careful screening process, the
Board hired the services of Gossage Sager Associates. What was considered to be a daunting task was actually made simple
and succinct by the Gossage Sager professionals. They added a level of humor, intellect and personalized the entire process.
We felt very fortunate to have hired them for this important task. They made it happen for us.
-- Marietta DiCamillo, Board of Trustees, Great Neck (NY) Library
We found working with Gossage Sager to be easy, helpful and extremely satisfying. They were well prepared, organized
and always willing to answer our questions. I felt very confident through the entire process with their professionalism
and willingness to go the extra mile. Bravo!
-- Susan Voss, President,Board of Trustees, Des Moines (IA) Public Library
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