Program Submissions

Call for programs:  June 12 — July 12, 2024

Registration will open in August 2024 | Registration Deadline: 10/18/24

Registration Fees: Member $150 | Non-member $300

*In order to qualify for the member rate, the registrant must be an Individual member of the Ohio Library Council.

Conference Overview: This conference will focus on developing your leadership potential, delegating with confidence, motivating teams, and creating a dynamic workplace where innovation and open communication thrive.

Intended Audience: Current and aspiring library directors, managers and supervisors.

What’s Included:  Morning refreshments and lunch. All handouts, provided by presenters, will be available online through the OLC app. Print them prior to the workshop, view them from your personal device during the event or view/download them after the event. The handouts will be available in the OLC app for 30 days following the program.

Continuing Education Credits: For those working toward their Ohio Public Librarian or Ohio Public Library Staff re-certification, this conference will count as six (6) contact hours of credit.

Accommodations: A room block has been reserved at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Akron Canton Airport (PH: 330-305-0500) for Thurs., Oct. 24, 2024. Reserve your room online by Oct. 4, 2024 to receive the special rate of $149/night (plus fees and taxes).

Hotel cutoff date: 10/4/24

Conference Planning Committee:

Jennifer Buch, Chair
Huron Public Library

Amy Young
Reed Memorial Library

Dani Hollar
Geauga County Public Library

Sandra Licks
Ritter Public Library

Angela Young
Portage County District Library

Lindsay Place
Athens County Public Libraries

Kile Byington
Twinsburg Public Library

Andrea Legg
North Canton Public Library

Jessica Smith
Marysville Public Library

Andrew Harant
Cuyahoga Falls Library

PDC Liaison: Stephanie Freas, Muskingum County Library System