The Library Era with Jenni Gaisbauer
TOPIC: The Library Era: Charlotte Mecklenburg’s New Main Library
SPEAKER: Jenni Gaisbauer, CFRE, Executive Director, Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Foundation
A library has stood on the corner of Sixth and North Tryon Streets in Uptown Charlotte since 1903 when industrialist Andrew Carnegie donated $25,000 (equivalent of $1million today).
In the spring of 2027, Charlotte Mecklenburg Library will open its much anticipated new Main Library in the same location. Designed by internationally acclaimed architect Snohetta, your Library will be an awe-inspiring fusion of architecture, technology, and civic gathering spaces spanning an impressive 115,000 square feet. Join us as Jenni shares the vision and intimate details of the new Main Library and what will take place in all its beautiful community spaces.
BIOGRAPHY
A non-profit executive, Jenni has more than 25 years of experience in strategic planning, philanthropy, comprehensive campaigns, special events, board development, and community partnerships. Jenni joined the Library in 2013 and serves dual roles as the Chief Development Officer and the Executive Director of the Library Foundation. Previously, Jenni served as the Senior Vice President of Development at Levine Museum of the New South and Assistant Development and Marketing Director at World T.E.A.M. Sports.
Jenni a graduate of the American Leadership Forum and has served on the boards of Association of Fundraising Professionals, The Plus Collective, Girls on the Run, Community Building Initiative and currently serves on the boards of the Arts & Science Council, Children’s Home of North Carolina and the Library Support Networks. In 2015, Jenni was honored as the Fundraising Executive of the Year by Association of Fundraising Professionals, Charlotte Chapter. Jenni earned a bachelor’s degree from University of Montana and a master’s degree from The Ohio State University.
When not working, Jenni enjoys traveling, cooking, reading, watching football, and spending time with her family.
