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Join us at the Dixie Convention Center in St. George, Utah for the 2025 Utah Library Association Annual Conference! Registration is now open. Soon after registering, you will receive a Sched invite to this event so you can plan your conference schedule. See you in St. George!
Wednesday May 14, 2025 1:30pm - 2:20pm MDT
Transform your library's Staff Development Day from a routine training into a meaningful celebration of growth and community through strategic planning and cohesive branding. Learn how to create an engaging, inclusive full-day experience that energizes staff while delivering valuable professional development. This session will cover the essential elements of a successful staff development day, from strategic planning timelines to creative themes that unite your programming initiatives. Discover strategies for balancing structured learning, including coordinating multiple learning tracks and creating memorable moments through carefully chosen speakers, activities, and recognition ceremonies. We'll explore practical aspects like catering management, branded swag selection, and accommodation planning, alongside the more nuanced elements of fostering staff engagement and building institutional culture. Discover how to weave consistent visual branding throughout your event ecosystem, from digital platforms to on-site navigation and every touchpoint in between. Whether you're reimagining an existing staff development day or planning your first one, you'll leave with a comprehensive planning framework and creative ideas for making your next Staff Development Day both meaningful and memorable.
Speakers
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Rita Christensen

Director of Organizational Learning, Salt Lake City Public Library
Rita Baguio Christensen strives to empower communities to connect, learn, and thrive in a rapidly changing world. She is the Director of Organizational Learning at the Salt Lake City Public Library, with 22 years of experience managing innovative library services and program development... Read More →
Wednesday May 14, 2025 1:30pm - 2:20pm MDT
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