Anaheim Public Library Manager Thomas Edelblute Named to The Inner Circle

Thomas Edelblute, Senior Library Services Manager for User Support Services at the Anaheim Public Library, has been named a Pinnacle Professional Member of The Inner Circle. The recognition highlights his career-long focus on library automation, technology systems, and public service operations.

Since 2015, Edelblute has overseen critical library functions, including budget management, circulation services, and safety initiatives. His tenure follows over a decade of work as a Library Technology Systems Administrator and Public Access Systems Coordinator, where he spearheaded efforts to expand public computing resources and modernize digital access points.

Edelblute holds a Master’s degree in Library and Information Science from the University of Missouri-Columbia, in addition to degrees in History and International Relations. His professional profile is supported by various technical certifications, including project management and web design, which have informed his approach to library system infrastructure.

Beyond his administrative role, Edelblute remains an active participant in professional organizations such as the American Library Association and the California Library Association, continuing to focus on the long-term sustainability of public library services.