All library types welcome! Learn how to effectively communicate the value of your library to a variety of stakeholders. Develop a “pitch” that you can adapt to fit within the time constraints of daily life. Everyone can and should be an advocate for libraries. Learn how to craft a powerful message about why your library matters. This event is free for members of ALAO, OELMA, and OLC - all others $15 (to cover the cost of food and supplies). Lunch from Jason’s Deli will be provided. Registration is required and ends June 13th.

11:00 - 12:00 a.m. - Registration
11:20 - 11:30 a.m. - Welcome - Katy Kelly, ALAO President
11:30 - 12:00 p.m. - Putting Your Mission Statement in Plain English – Michelle Brasseur, ALAO PR Coordinator
12:00 - 1:00 p.m. - Lunch and Networking
1:00 - 2:15 p.m. - Outreach and Advocacy Panel, featuring:

• Doug Evans, Ohio Library Council
• Shelly Miller, OhioNET
• Eric Resnis, ALAO Vice President/President-Elect
• Joseph Straw, ALAO Government Relations Liaison
• Brandi Young, OELMA