For over 15 years Pilar Shaker has been a noteworthy leader in public libraries. You may know her from her work as Executive Director at New Lenox Public Library, Forest Park Public Library, or from her work as an Interim Executive Director. In 2022, after leaving her full-time role at Forest Park Public Library, Pilar joined her husband at his web and creative company while also offering services as a consultant to libraries in Northern Illinois. In 2024 Pilar joined with long time colleagues and library professionals, Suzy Wulf and Molly Coleman to create Stacks Consulting Group. SCG is a collaborative group offering a wide array of individualized consulting services in a conveniently centralized way with each consultant specializing in a unique set of offerings. Pilar’s area of expertise is focused on administrative services including Interim ED services, new director training, and board training. She has also integrated the services of her web and design colleagues to offer targeted web and design services specifically oriented to the need (and budgets!) of public libraries. For a full list of services please refer to the SERVICES page.

In her spare time Pilar enjoys pursuing photography and spending time with her husband, son, and dogs.