Heidi Fendrick joins the Marriott Library as the inaugural Assessment Data Analyst. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Anthropology from Weber State University and a Master of Science in Library Science (MSLS) from Clarion University, specializing in local and historical archives. Additionally, she holds a certificate in Research Data Management from Simmons University.
Heidi brings over a decade of library experience, most recently serving as the State Data Coordinator for the Utah State Library Division. In this role, she led data management, analysis, and strategic decision-making initiatives for public libraries across the state. Her work earned national recognition as the recipient of the prestigious Francis Keppel Award from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) for excellence in data collection and use in 2021, 2022, and 2023. Her professional service includes co-chairing the Public Library Association’s Measurement, Evaluation, and Assessment Committee and serving as chair and vice chair of the Utah Library Association’s Assessment Roundtable.