Essential Leadership Tools for Public, Academic, and Special Libraries to be Presented at LLAMA Seminar

Libraries are in a constant state of flux. These are familiar words we have heard time and again over the last several years. As the institutions and communities we serve have evolved, our libraries have transitioned to meet their needs. With change also comes the potential for new opportunities for our libraries to develop new spaces and services. Effective leadership is often the key to the success of change in any organization.

The LLAMA Leadership Development Committee has brought together a panel of three notable names for the LLAMA Leadership Development Seminar: Essential Leadership Tools for a Public, Academic or Special Library, to be held Sunday, February 11, 8:30 – 10:30 a.m., in CCC Room 304.

Each speaker brings extensive experience in the leadership of libraries. From their experience in public, academic, and special libraries, we will learn about essential tools for leading our institutions.

Recipient of the 2017 American Library Association Equality Award, Haipeng Li’s leadership has helped move our libraries toward a more diverse and inclusive profession. As University Librarian for the University of California Merced, Li continues an extensive career in librarianship. By leading academic libraries in Hong Kong, China, and New Jersey, Li’s experience brings a global perspective into the changing needs of academia.

Pat Wagner has worked in professional development for over four decades, providing training and education for librarians. With a long history with the Special Library Association, Wagner has a unique insight into the issues of organizational design, user experience, and leadership of libraries. As a manager and consultant with Pattern Research Inc., she has developed programs, webinars, and other services, making her a valuable resource on the leadership experience of special libraries.

In 2017 Jill Bourne was recognized as Librarian of the Year by the Library Journal for her work leading the San José Public Library (SJPL). As city librarian, Bourne led a turnaround of the SJPL, developing new services, opening new libraries and spaces enriched with emerging technologies. By building relationships with local government, notable Silicon Valley tech firms, and regional universities, Bourne’s leadership has transformed SJPL into the vibrant hub of knowledge it is today.

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Cheers & Beers! Pub-themed trivia Opening Reception

Friday, February 9th, 5:30-7:00pm

Join us for an evening at the pub! We invite you to grab a beer, snack on pub-themed refreshments, and partake in either of our two rounds of trivia, one at 6:00pm and another at 6:30pm.

You, Me, and the OREs: How the Oxford Research Encyclopedias were developed by Oxford, for you

Saturday, February 10th, 2:00-3:00pm

What are the Oxford Research Encyclopedias (OREs), why were they made, and more importantly, what can they do for your library? Enjoy complimentary refreshments as we give away prizes* and share everything you need to know about the new OREs.

Colorado in an Hour: Explore the great state of Colorado through Oxford’s online products

Sunday, February 11th, 10:30-11:30am

Savor some “road trip” refreshments as you travel with us on a virtual journey of the beautiful state of Colorado! We’ll construct an interesting fact roadmap of Colorado with content from Oxford’s various online products.

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