Paul Van Der Meer

Experience

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  Doner

  Jan 2000 - Jan 2002

  Librarian
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  Campbell-Ewald

  Jan 2002 - Jan 2006

  Librarian
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  Butzel Long

  Aug 2006 - Jul 2008

  Manager of Information and Library Services

  I was responsible for the overall library operations including content selection, budget development and oversight of library services for 8 offices in 3 states. I managed vendor relations and served as the liaison between the attorneys and the product representatives to ensure constant access to the most current and up to date products available. I also managed and monitored the use of online legal resources including password management and product training for new associates, summer associates and refresher training. I reported directly to the Chief Marketing officer and as such, I provided critical and timely competitive intelligence including information on current and potential clients and current areas of interest to the executive team. I maintained and updated the firm intranet including the creation of client extranets when confidential collaboration between the firm and its clients are necessary. I managed a staff of two librarians. Show less

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  Echo Services at Microsoft

  Jul 2008 - May 2009

  Library Operations Manager

  I managed Echo library operations staff for Microsoft Corporate Library and Sammamish satellite library including hiring, performance evaluation, scheduling and managing work flow for 3 teams (21 direct reports).I developed a performance management system including key functional competencies for each role, yearly SMART objectives, online personnel evaluation tool, and new hire 30-day skills feedback form.I served as liaison between MS library portal content owners and Echo Services library staff. I was responsible for monitoring performance to service level agreement and improving existing processes.I redesigned echo team SharePoint site to include procedures funcitional Wikis, policies and procedures.I also coordinated the library facility move to the new MS Library location. Show less

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  Bilzin Sumberg

  Jun 2009 - now

  • Led project to implement Imanage Work10 and Recommind Decisiv search • Designed data collection process related to new business and client intake in order to leverage information for business development.• Led successful development and implementation of Foundation experience management software. • Led successful development and roll-out of 2019 and 2013 and 2007 Sharepoint Portals, leveraging integrated search and worked with practice groups and departments to leverage internal resources across all functional areas. Established relationships with stakeholders to align library resources with practice groups.• Managed website project that received first place "LMASE Your Honor" award for www.bilzin.com from the Legal Marketing Association’s Southeastern Chapter (LMASE), and a second place "Your Honor Award" at the 2013 National LMA Annual Conference. • Purchased and implemented password management software that allows for resource tracking and reporting, ensuring optimum use of resources and elimination of underutilized resources.• Designed a successful strategy to re-vamp set-up and administer legacy InterAction CRM software, including implementing 3rd party software that dynamically informs attorneys about their clients. Assumed responsibility for effective day-to-day operation and maintenance. Show less Planned and managed library operations and budget including online research subscriptions, and print collection supporting 100+ attorneys. Regularly evaluated new and existing research tools and made recommendations for purchase and/or renewal of resources.• Managed website project that resulted in Bilzin Sumberg’s receipt of a first place "LMASE Your Honor" award for the new www.bilzin.com website from the Legal Marketing Association’s Southeastern Chapter (LMASE), and a second place "Your Honor Award" at the 2013 National LMA Annual Conference in Las Vegas, NV. • Project Managed the design, build and roll-out of a firm-wide SharePoint portal, working with practice groups and departments to leverage internal resources across all functional areas. Established relationships with stakeholders to align library resources with practice group needs.• Purchased and implemented password management software that allows for resource tracking and reporting, ensuring optimum use of resources and elimination of under utilized resources. Show less I was responsible for the overall library operations including content selection, budget development and oversight of library services. I managed vendor relations to ensure constant access to the most current and up to date products and resources. I also managed and monitored the use of online legal resources including password management and product training for new associates, summer associates and refresher training. I managed a staff of 3 librarians. I successfully purchased and implemented a new online library catalog and managed the process of cataloging, barcoding and re-arranging the library collection. I worked with the firm's architect and Executive Director to plan the layout and furnish a new library space in our new building. I also planned the move of library materials to our new location. Show less

  • Chief Knowledge Officer

    Jul 2014 - now

  • Director of Library and Knowledge Management

    Jul 2010 - Jun 2014

  • Library Manager

    Jun 2009 - Jul 2010