RIVER GROVE – Follett Corp. today announced that the company’s Board of Directors has elected Mary Lee Schneider as president and CEO, effective Nov. 26.

Schneider joins Follett after serving as RR Donnelley’s president, digital solutions and chief technology officer. She also served on Follett’s Board of Directors for 11 years.

“As a board member, I’ve seen first-hand the critical role that Follett plays in partnering with schools and educators to prepare the next generation of learners,” said Schneider. “I am honored to take on this role and I genuinely believe there is no more exciting place to be right now than on the forefront of changes in the education industry.”