[Michlib-l] Are you a Library Board Member, or do you know one? United For Libraries Virtual Conference

[Membiela, Clare (MDE)]

All Michigan Library Directors and Board members are members of United for Libraries via a statewide membership paid by the Library of Michigan with LSTA funds.
There are lots of interesting sessions!
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The schedule is live for the United for Libraries Virtual 2020!
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This interactive three-day virtual event, free for those in Michigan, will feature expert speakers on current topics facing library Trustees, Friends, Foundations, and staff who work with them.

*           Participate in live Q&A sessions with presenters.

*           Network with colleagues across the country in roundtable discussions.

*           Enjoy exclusive access to keynote speakers and authors.

*           Receive a certificate of attendance (for live participation or on-demand viewing).

*           Access the recorded programs for 12 months following the virtual event.
Program topics include:

*           Funding Equity: Foundations Creating a Platform for Diverse Library Services

*           Understanding Donor Data Analytics: Why it Matters and What You Can Do With It

*           Strategies for Solving Board Problems

*           Advocacy and Equity: How Library Boards Can Create Lasting Impact through Compelling Cases and Outreach

*           Great Boards Don't Happen by Accident: A Proactive Approach to Building an Effective Board

*           Working with Friends and Foundations: Playing for the Same Team

*           Ask, Listen, Plan: Engaged Planning for Trustees, Directors and Other Library Leaders
Keynote speakers include:

*         Integrating Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity into Your Board Culture

  *   Jim Taylor, Vice President of Leadership Initiatives, BoardSource

*         Libraries, Friends and Foundations: At an Unexpected Crossroads

  *   Jan Masaoka, CEO, California Association of Nonprofits

*         Heal, Recover, Grow: Re-Framing Library Advocacy to Meet Our Community's Greatest Needs

  *   Beth Burns, President, The Friends of the Saint Paul Public Library
  *   Ted Davis, Advocacy Chair, The Friends of the Saint Paul Public Library
  *   Tracie Hall, Executive Director, American Library Association
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Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D.
Library Law Consultant
Library of Michigan
MembielaC at michigan.gov<mailto:MembielaC at michigan.gov>
517-335-8132

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