Election 2012: Naveed Bandukwala

Name: Naveed Bandukwala

Position sought: Hinsdale Library Board of Trustees

Email address: NHB@ChicagoBooth.edu

Years in Hinsdale: 5+

Family: Wife Nazneen; sons Kian, 9, and Aden, 6.

Education: Bachelor's degree in finance from University of Illinois at Urbana/Champaign, MBA from University of Chicago Booth School of Business.

Occupation: VP of Corporate Development at Westell Technologies

Previous elected offices: None

Applicable experience qualifying you for the position: No direct applicable experience.

What is the primary reason you are running for this office?

I am excited about the opportunity to help support and drive the continued evolution of the Hinsdale Library.  I view the library as having a central role in the community as a place to discover, learn, and share.   By working with the community, embracing technology and being forward thinking we can help ensure the library remains in high use and is valued by all members of the community.

What will be your single most important priority if you get elected?

To work with the library leadership and board to explore how to use technology to better serve the community (e.g., easier access to digital content).

What sets you apart from the other candidates?

N/A 

What do you believe is the Hinsdale library’s biggest strength?

This library is part of a dedicated community that truly values what the library has to offer and is willing to take an active role in ensuring its success. 

What do you believe is the Hinsdale library’s biggest weakness?

I think all libraries face the continuous challenge of keeping pace with changes in technology and how books and information are accessed and consumed.

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