Thomson Reuters Announces Recipients of 2008 North American InfoStar Awards
Philadelphia, PA (June 18, 2008)
Thomson Reuters, the world’s leading source of intelligent information for business
and professionals, today announced the two recipients
of its 2008 North American Quantum2 InfoStar Awards,
which are presented annually to information professionals
whose achievements demonstrate leadership and inspire
others in their industry. This year's recipients,
as announced during a special ceremony at the Special
Libraries Association (SLA) conference on June 17
in Seattle, WA, are:
- Lee Pharis,manager,
Information Services, Exponent, Inc., (Menlo Park,
CA) — honored for her ability to innovate,
while also finding practical ways to enhance existing
processes. She has evidenced these qualities in
her work with Exponent, as well as her leadership
role with the SLA. As president of her SLA chapter,
Lee was instrumental in establishing a new strategic
plan and discovering new ways to recognize those
who contributed to SLA.
- Karen Reczek, senior manager,
Information Resources Center, Bureau Veritas Consumer
Products Services, Inc., ( Buffalo, NY) — recognized
for her deep experience in information services.
She has successfully found opportunities to add
value within her organization, such as shifting
the focus of the information center into a knowledge
management and competitive intelligence resource.
Karen is an activist who serves as a leader in
various professional associations.
“The InfoStar Awards recognize information
professionals who demonstrate leadership and exemplify
innovation in their industry,” said Libby Trudell,
Vice President, Market Development. “Lee and
Karen continually seek out ways to improve the information
services provided to their organizations, effecting
positive change as a result.”
As part of its Quantum2 program that offers professional
education and career development services to information
professionals worldwide, Thomson Reuters annually
designates recipients of its InfoStar Awards in various
regions around the world.
For additional information about the Quantum2 program,
please visit scientific.thomsonreuters.com/quantum2/.
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