Directors' Summit: Continuing the Conversation
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Course Details January 20, 2027 | 12:00 - 4:00 pm ET
 4-Hour Live Session
 4 Credit Hours
 Recommended for public library leaders.
 $259 (Save with early bird and group rates!)
DO YOU WANT TO CONNECT WITH OTHER DIRECTORS WHO JUST GET IT? This course is for you if...
This online event gives public library directors and leaders a space to continue the work: processing what's changed, what's stuck, and what's next. ABOUT THIS COURSEKeep the conversation going where it matters most: with the people who are living it, too. Live sessions via Zoom: The Directors' Summit: Continuing the Conversation brings public library leaders back together for an online gathering built around the issues that keep you up at night. This is a continuation of the in-person event last fall for anyone who couldn't make it. We'll pick up the threads of strategy, advocacy, and leadership that emerged from our in-person event with candid peer conversation, practical problem-solving, and the kind of honest exchange that only happens when the room is full of people who understand exactly what you're navigating. The live sessions run on Wednesday, January 20, 2027, from 12:00 to 4:00 pm ET (recorded for on demand viewing). For more details, check out the What to Expect tab. Need an invoice or PO? Orders of $600 or greater can choose invoice at checkout. For orders under $600, submit this form , and we will process your order manually. Need approval? Email this course to your supervisor. . TRAINING A TEAM?Multi-seat discounts are automatically calculated in the cart. Return to Full Course Catalog AFTER COMPLETING THIS COURSE, YOU'LL BE ABLE TO:
WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS COURSEThis course is designed for public library leaders and managers. SESSIONS AND PRICINGEarly bird pricing ends one month before the session deadline. Course materials unlock on the session deadline date.
GROUP OPTIONSTraining a team? Choose the setup that matches how you want to plan and pay : Group course enrollment: Enroll 3+ staff in this course and save. Bulk course credits: Prepay once, get the highest per-seat discount on every course, and assign seats later. Unlimited annual licensing: System-wide access for a year with no per-course approvals. Request Discounted Group Pricing Questions? Email groupsales@libraryjournal.com. COURSE FORMATThis course will include: Live sessions: Guest speaker presentations by leaders in their field. All sessions are recorded for on-demand access for six months after the course ends. Facilitated discussions: Audience participation in Q&A and discussion with guest speakers. Asynchronous workshop: On-demand project-based modules connecting what you’re learning to your professional practice. Includes peer-to-peer sharing via discussion forums. Online classroom: The virtual learning platform holds all course content and remains accessible for six months after the course ends. Note: The asynchronous work is designed to be completed over three weeks, but you will have six months of access to work at your own pace.
EXPECTED TIME COMMITMENTIf you attend or watch recordings of all live sessions, you will spend approximately 4 hours on this course. You will earn 4 hours of professional development credit and a Library Journal certificate of completion.
ALL THE DETAILSThe Directors' Summit: Continuing the Conversation brings public library leaders back together for an online gathering built around the issues that keep you up at night. This is a continuation of the in-person event last fall for anyone who couldn't make it. We'll pick up the threads of strategy, advocacy, and leadership that emerged from our in-person event with candid peer conversation, practical problem-solving, and the kind of honest exchange that only happens when the room is full of people who understand exactly what you're navigating.
ON-DEMAND ACCESSAll live guest speaker sessions are recorded and available on demand for six months following the initial broadcast as part of your purchase.
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETIONComplete all course requirements to earn 4 professional development credit hours and a Library Journal certificate of completion. Certificates are emailed upon completion.
ACCESSIBILITYAll video recordings feature auto-captioning. If you require accommodations, please email course-support@libraryjournal.com upon registration and we will make our best efforts to support your needs.
SUPPORTFor technical or course-related support, please contact course-support@libraryjournal.com. |