Beginning with the opening keynote, "Empowering Libraries: Strategies for Talent Development, Collection Enhancement, and Community Engagement," from Roosevelt Weeks, Director of Libraries at Austin Public Library, the LexisNexis sponsored Amigos Member Conference 2024 will also include the Annual Member Business Meeting and several concurrent sessions on a variety of topics.
One of the Goals and Strategies in the Amigos Strategic Plan to 2025 is to focus on Libraries and Library Staff by supporting and promoting member libraries and the growth and development of library staff.
Acquisitions work encompasses the essential processes of ordering, receiving, and managing payment for library materials. By efficiently handling these tasks, library staff play a pivotal role in ensuring that library patrons have seamless access to the resources they require.
Beginning with the opening keynote "Empowering Libraries: Strategies for Talent Development, Collection Enhancement, and Community Engagement” from Roosevelt Weeks, Director of Libraries at Austin Public Library, the Amigos Member Conference 2024 will also include the Annual Member Business Meeting and several concurrent sessions on a variety of topics.
Amigos has opened registration for the sessions that make up the Metadata Principles and Practices Micro-Credentialing Series and the Metadata Management Tools Micro-Credentialing Series. To complete a micro-credential series and earn a certificate, attendees must complete specified courses and a capstone project.
Save the date and plan to attend the online Amigos Member Conference 2024 on Wednesday, May 15th. Beginning with an opening keynote from Roosevelt Weeks, Director of Libraries at Austin Public Library, the conference will also include the Annual Member Business Meeting and several concurrent sessions on a variety of topics. This year’s theme of “Leading.
If you missed the February 15, 2024, online conference, "Creative Solutions in Cataloging, Acquisitions, and Resources Management", there's still a chance to view the sessions by registering for the recording. Registration for Amigos online conferences is free for Amigos members.