BRASS Public Librarian Support Award names Kristina Gómez, Business and Technology Manager, Milwaukee Public Library, 2025 Winner
“I am deeply honored to receive the BRASS Public Librarian Support Award. This recognition reflects the collective effort and collaborative spirit of my colleagues at the Milwaukee Public Library and our commitment to the amazing entrepreneurs we serve. Our goal has always been to provide innovative resources and a supportive environment for entrepreneurs to grow and succeed. I’m grateful to BRASS and Morningstar for their generous support of business public librarians and for recognizing the impact of our work. Libraries are vital hubs of innovation and entrepreneurship, and I’m proud to be part of a community that fosters growth and opportunity. Thank you again for this recognition.” – Kristina Gómez
“Kristina Gómez, Library Services Manager of Business and Technology at Milwaukee Public Library, is the 2025 winner for the BRASS Public Librarian Support Award. The committee is pleased to recognize Kristina for her dedication to supporting aspiring entrepreneurs through innovative and impactful library programming, services, and partnerships.” – Award Committee Statement
We are pleased to recognize Kristina Gomez, Business and Technology Manager, at the Milwaukee Public Library, for her innovative and exceptional support, workshops, and programming for entrepreneurs and small business owners.
Kristina initiated Milwaukee Public Library’s Entrepreneur-in-Residence program which offers workshops, coaching, mentoring, and education and supports the unique needs of new entrepreneurs. In addition to the Entrepreneur-in-Residence program, Kristina offers vibrant and robust business workshops and presentations to a wide range of community groups and organizations. She has provided business workshops to immigrant entrepreneurs and business research presentations to various local organizations including business support groups, interfaith organizations, and high schools.
BRASS Public Librarian Support Award selection committee was Chaired by Louise Feldmann.
“Morningstar, Inc. proudly supports the BRASS Public Librarian Support Award and congratulates Kristina Gómez for her dedication to serving small businesses, entrepreneurs, and individuals within her community, at the Milwaukee Public Library.
For over 40 years, Morningstar has empowered investor success with independent investment research. The Morningstar Investing Center equips librarians with tools, research, and financial literacy resources to help patrons achieve their goals.”
Learn more about Morningstar Investing Center.
This annual award sponsored by Morningstar, offers a cash award for a public librarian, who has performed outstanding business reference service, and who requires financial assistance, to register at the ALA Annual Conference.