Assessment Community of Practice March Call: Writing Effective Key Performance Indicators
Date: March 27, 2026
Time: 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm ET
CARL’s Library Assessment Community of Practice invites you to join an engaging event focused on developing and refining Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). This interactive session will introduce the fundamentals of KPIs, their significance, and strategies for effective implementation. Our presenter will share firsthand experiences using performance and results indicators in library assessment, complemented by relatable stories and practical examples. Attendees will participate in collaborative group activities (via Zoom breakout rooms) to explore essential principles and develop KPIs relevant to their own institutions.
Leo Appleton is the Director of Education for the School of Information, Journalism and Communication at the University of Sheffield, UK (ranking first worldwide for Library and Information Management studies). In addition to overseeing the school’s education portfolio, Leo leads and teaches on the Librarianship and Library and Information Services Management MA programs, covering a range of subjects, including all aspects of library leadership and management. Prior to taking up his academic role, Leo had a long career in academic libraries, including several senior leadership roles. He has a PhD in Information Science and has researched and published on many library management subjects, including performance measurement and quality assurance. He is the author of the book Libraries and Key Performance Indicators.
The presentation will be recorded. Real-time captions and translation will be available. Learn more about the Assessment Community of Practice.