Spruce up your strategic planning skills, share ideas, and enjoy a light dinner May 14th when the Maryland Chapter of SLA hosts a lively strategic planning presentation by Betty Jo Hibberd of Dialog.
In tough economic times, it’s crucial to have a plan! Strategic Planning for the Information Center is a 90 minute, interactive presentation which highlights critical strategic thinking concepts and tools. Whether you are a veteran information services manager or a newly minted professional, you will discover fresh insights and solid ideas to apply when you return to the office.
Betty Jo Hibberd, Senior Manager in Market Development at Dialog, is our speaker and facilitator. Betty will cover the four key elements of strategic planning: mission, vision, positioning and alliances. She'll discuss the fundamental steps needed for evaluating the strengths and weaknesses of our information services in light of broader organizational goals. Everyone participating in Betty's discussions will be empowered and encouraged to envision future alternatives for their information services, and create tactical action plans to achieve workable objectives.
We’ll eat as we learn. A light dinner of assorted sandwiches with side salads, fresh fruit, small desserts, and non-alcoholic beverages is included in the ticket price. Parking is convenient and free.
Plan to join Betty Jo Hibberd, members of the Maryland Chapter, and colleagues from across the Mid-Atlantic region for Strategic Planning for the Information Center. This presentation is a Dialog Quantum² leadership development event, created to assist information professionals strategically position themselves for survival and success.
When: Thursday, May 14 • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory, (Building 1/Main Entrance/Lobby), Laurel, MD (directions & maps)
Tickets:
- $25.00 SLA members (rate is extended to members of: ALA, MLA, AALL, ASIST, AIIP, ARMA and Maryland Library Assoc.)
- $15.00 LIS students and retired SLA members
- $30.00 Non-members (guests are welcome!)
Paypal/credit cards and checks are accepted.
Register now using our electronic form.
Registration closes Monday, May 11th.
Event Point of Contact:Sean Henry
Hosted by: SLA Maryland Chapter