Mary Patrick (MP) Bogan has worked in the field of bookbinding and conservation since 1981, and joined NEDCC in 1998 as a book conservator. She assumed the role of Director of Book Conservation in 2011. MP has brought superior book conservation expertise to the role of Director, as well as extensive experience in conducting surveys and managing large book conservation projects. She previously served as Head of Binding and Repair at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Libraries, and as Conservation Officer/Program Coordinator in the Rare Book Department at the Boston Public Library. MP holds a B.A. in Studio Art from Smith College. She is a Professional Associate of the American Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works (AIC) and a member of the Society of American Archivists and the Guild of Book Workers.