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James R. Clanton

Senior Consultant | MPA, MLS

A Senior Consultant in our Parks, Recreation, Libraries Practice, J.R. has proven success developing and implementing strategic and master plans. He is an experienced library manager and local government consultant with over 13 years of experience in libraries, parks, recreation, open space, finance, capital planning, organizational development, and performance management. He is a subject matter expert in library administration, operations, and technology.

Prior to joining BerryDunn, he was most recently the Library Services Manager for the City of Westminster, Colorado. He led the development of the Westminster Library Master Plan and the creation of new funding sources and partnerships.

A Senior Consultant in our Parks, Recreation, Libraries Practice, J.R. has proven success developing and implementing strategic and master plans. He is an experienced library manager and local government consultant with over 13 years of experience in libraries, parks, recreation, open space, finance, capital planning, organizational development, and performance management. He is a subject matter expert in library administration, operations, and technology.

Prior to joining BerryDunn, he was most recently the Library Services Manager for the City of Westminster, Colorado. He led the development of the Westminster Library Master Plan and the creation of new funding sources and partnerships.

Experience highlights

J.R. helps clients with a variety of issues, including:

  • Park, recreation, and library management
  • Strategic and master planning  
  • Capital planning
  • Performance management
  • Financial management
  • Organizational development

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Education

BA, Public Policy Studies, Duke University

MPA, North Carolina State University

MLS, Emporia State University

Certifications

  • MPA
  • MLS