Last day! Just a quick reminder that the deadline to submit a speaking proposal for Internet Librarian Connect 2026 is TODAY. We’re looking for practical, real-world presentations that share ideas attendees can put to work right away. We’d love to see your proposal. 👉 champ.ly/svBMVOaF

Speaking proposals due Friday! #InternetLibrarian Connect 2026 is looking for speakers who are ready to explore the full technology ecosystem powering today’s libraries. Submit your proposal & help shape the next chapter of intelligent libraries. champ.ly/svBMVOaF

Good news! The Call for Speakers deadline for Internet #InternetLibrarian Connect has been extended. If you’ve got a story, experience, insights, or lessons learned to share, now’s your moment. New deadline is May 22 - champ.ly/svBMVOaF

Got a bold idea, fresh strategy, or real-world library win? The call for speakers is open for #InternetLibrarian this October and the program is built by voices like yours. Don’t wait on the sidelines. Step up and share what’s next. Submit your proposal: champ.ly/svBMVOaF

We’re live at #CILDC and the Exhibit Hall is buzzing with demos, ideas, and great conversations. If you’re here, come say hi. If you’re nearby, it’s not too late. Join us- champ.ly/ziuBVNkV#CILDC What’s caught your eye so far? 👀

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Call for Speakers: Internet Librarian Connect 2026 #InternetLibrarian Connect is looking for voices ready to explore the future of library tech, from human‑centric AI to the infrastructure, security, and more. Submit your proposal and help shape what’s next. champ.ly/svBMVOaF

How do you help staff and communities embrace emerging tech? In this #CILDC session, Steve Alcalde, Anthony Giansante, and Sara Fade share programs that build digital literacy and innovation in libraries. Register to learn more: champ.ly/ziuBVNkV

Library data should do more than sit in spreadsheets. In this #CILDC session, Bertram Foster of the U.S. Air Force Academy shows how dashboards and AI generated reports can transform data into clear insights for decision makers. Learn how to elevate your reporting. Register today: champ.ly/ziuBVNkV

What insights are hidden inside years of conference programs and library content? At #CILDC, Richard P. Hulser of Richard P. Hulser Consulting demonstrates how AI and RAG tools can uncover trends, ideas, and evolving conversations. Explore the possibilities. Register now: champ.ly/ziuBVNkV

AI literacy is not just about tools and prompts. In this #CILDC session, Lindsay O'Neill of Lindsay O'Neill Consulting, explores how values, confidence, and ethics shape how people actually use AI technologies. Join the discussion: champ.ly/ziuBVNkV

How can GenAI support complex research questions? In this #CILDC session, Valerie Rangel of Applied Materials shares how a GenAI research assistant was implemented in an engineering library to support technical researchers. Learn from the project. Register now: champ.ly/ziuBVNkV

How do you spot fraudulent research in the AI era? In this #CILDC session, Elaine Lasda of University at Albany Libraries SUNY shares red flags, tools, and strategies librarians can use to detect questionable scholarship. Save your seat: champ.ly/ziuBVNkV

Modernizing inventory systems at the world's largest library is no small task. In this #CILDC session, Matt Martin, Library of Congress, shares lessons from implementing the FETCH inventory system. Explore the project behind the scenes. Register today: champ.ly/ziuBVNkV

How do you build an institutional repository that preserves scholarship & expands access? In this #CILDC session, Qaddafi Sabree & Kimberly Prosper, Howard University share lessons from launching their first repository. Register & Learn from their journey. champ.ly/ziuBVNkV

What role should librarians play in shaping the future of AI? In this #CILDC session, Fleur Levitz of FDL Consulting NYC LLC shares perspectives on the evolving AI landscape and the opportunities it presents for libraries. Be part of the conversation. Register today: champ.ly/ziuBVNkV

Deepfakes are changing how people interpret visual information. In this #CILDC session, Kelly Peter, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, shares strategies librarians can use to teach communities how to critically evaluate images and video. Reserve your spot: champ.ly/ziuBVNkV

Agentic AI could transform library work or create serious challenges. In this #CILDC session, Marydee Ojala, Online Searcher & ILI365 eNews, explores what autonomous AI agents could mean for research, collections, & patron services. See the possibilities & risks. Register now: champ.ly/ziuBVNkV

Prompting AI effectively is becoming a core library skill. In this #CILDC session, Jarrod Wilson, Kalamazoo Public Library, shows how persona prompting and agent frameworks can improve AI results for real library workflows. Join the conversation and register: champ.ly/ziuBVNkV

DC area librarians and information pros, this one is easy. The #CILDC Exhibit Hall is in your backyard and packed with library tech, discovery tools, AI solutions, and industry experts ready to talk shop. It's just $25! Grab yours: champ.ly/ziuBVNkV

How are bots and AI reshaping how people find and trust information? In this #CILDC keynote, Lee Rainie, Elon University and former Pew Research Center director, explores what new research reveals about the evolving information ecosystem. Save your seat: champ.ly/ziuBVNkV

Getting out of the library and influencing others is key to success. Maurice Coleman and M.J. D'Elia share strategies to build relationships and drive results in this #CILDC session. Register to join them: champ.ly/ziuBVNkV

Libraries are innovating to engage communities. Hear Maryska Connolly, Heather Teysko, and Kari Paulson share strategies for open-access, digital-first library cards, and streamlined workflows in this #CILDC session. Register now to save your seat: champ.ly/ziuBVNkV

Effective communication is key to leadership success. Join Santiago Gomez of Edmonton Public Library as he shares practical strategies for framing ideas, telling compelling stories, and demonstrating impact to influence decision makers in this #CILDC session. Save your seat: champ.ly/ziuBVNkV

Libraries can help close the digital divide and support student success. Hear Alliemarie Humphries and Patricia West share strategies for equitable tech access, fair policies, and student support in this #CILDC session. Register: champ.ly/ziuBVNkV

Social media continues to evolve and so should library strategy. David Lee King, Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library, shares platform updates, content strategies, and ideas that resonate with diverse audiences. Register now and join us at #CILDC - champ.ly/ziuBVNkV

Digital skills are everywhere from job readiness to financial literacy. Hear Amanda Sweet discuss how Tech Ready Nation helps libraries share resources, train Digital Navigators, and design services that make an impact. Register to be there: champ.ly/ziuBVNkV #CILDC

Compliance can move libraries forward, not hold them back. Aislinn Marmion, Keenious, shares practical approaches to evaluating AI tools, aligning with institutional expectations, and adopting AI with clarity and confidence. Register now to be there. champ.ly/1RuBM_1x

What separates good managers from great library leaders? Hear Frank Biss, Scott Hargrove, Jeremy Johannesen, John Szabo, Regina Burgess, Meghan Kowalski, & M.J. D'Elia explore leadership, inspiration, & next-gen libraries at #CILDC. Register to join them: champ.ly/ziuBVNkV

Libraries are using AI without guidance. How can policies set guardrails for staff and students? At #CILDC you'll hear Barbie E. Keiser and Nick Tanzi discuss AI library policies and share ideas for creating a shared resource. Register: champ.ly/ziuBVNkV

Community college libraries support diverse learners every day. What's working? Hear from Kathleen M Dreyer, Terra Jacobson, Spencer Brayton, & Karen Blankenship at #CILDC as they share outreach, digital literacy, and program strategies. Register: champ.ly/ziuBVNkV

Building community programs through real partnerships. Kelvin Watson, Las Vegas-Clark County Library District. Join the conversation at #CILDC. champ.ly/1RuBM_1x

Introducing next gen tech to staff requires balance. Maurice Coleman, Coleman & Associates, and Nick Tanzi, South Huntington Public Library, share onboarding and change management strategies that work. Join the conversation at #CILDC! Save your seat at champ.ly/1RuBM_1x

Digital kiosks can improve wayfinding and service visibility. Larry Treadwell IV and Shelton Richardson, Fayetteville State University, share their concept to deployment journey and measurable impact. Want to join them at #CILDC? Register at champ.ly/1RuBM_1x

Strategic planning does not have to look like a traditional plan. Daniel Rasmus, Serious Insights, shares a practical road map for building actionable strategies. Register now to join him at #CILDC. champ.ly/1RuBM_1x

Textbook access and course materials need smarter systems. Joyce V. Garczynski, Krystin Fields, and Chimwemwe Njikho, of Towson University, share a proof of concept for an open source integrated platform. Find out more about #CILDC and register to be there. champ.ly/1RuBM_1x

Simple tools can solve complex problems. Tim Gloege, Grand Rapids Public Library, and Bill Pardue, Arlington Heights Memorial Library, share solutions from Google Workspace workflows to lending smart telescopes. Register today & join us at #CILDC. champ.ly/1RuBM_1x

New AI browsers and agentic tools are entering the scene. Arthur Weiss, AWARE, explores emerging platforms and what they signal for research and information discovery. Join us at #CILDC and register today. champ.ly/1RuBM_1x

Google AI Overviews and changing ad platforms are shifting traffic patterns. Peter Velikonja and Maggie Carson, Koios, share hands on insights into SEO, Search Console, and adapting library visibility strategies. Register now to join them at #CILDC - champ.ly/1RuBM_1x

AI enhanced research tools are reshaping discovery. Dave Hemingway-Turner, Dow Jones; Leslie Farrell, Clarivate; Bridgette Armstrong & Greg Weyman, EBSCO, share how curated intelligence supports researchers & institutions. Register now to join them at #CILDC- champ.ly/1RuBM_1x

The future of search is fractured and evolving. Austin Stroud, Indiana University Indianapolis, and Abigail Ross, RoFinCo, LLC, discuss where search is headed and what it means for libraries. Join them at #CILDC - champ.ly/1RuBM_1x

Search expectations are shifting fast. Amanda L. Goodman, Darien Library, shares how AI assisted development can enhance library websites beyond the search box while protecting patron privacy. Register now & join Amanda at #CILDC. champ.ly/1RuBM_1x

What can a non developer build with ChatGPT? Karen Glover, Georgia Institute of Technology Library and Access Services in Libraries, Inc., shares how she created a custom conference system with intake, scheduling, and payment integration. Join Karen at #CILDC - champ.ly/1RuBM_1x

Prompt engineering is becoming a core skill. Marydee Ojala, Online Searcher and ILI365 eNews, and Arthur Weiss, AWARE, lead a hands on Prompt Slam using real research questions and popular AI tools. Join this session at #CILDC. Register at champ.ly/1RuBM_1x

Piloting multiple AI research assistants at once is not simple. Christine Carmichael, Creighton University, shares lessons from testing tools, building partnerships, and creating an ethical AI evaluation instrument for campus use. Join us at #CILDC and register today. champ.ly/1RuBM_1x

How are students really using AI, and what do they think about it? Michael LaMagna and Andrea Rodgers, Delaware County Community College, and Delaney Knapp, Olin College of Engineering, share research and workshop models to strengthen AI literacy. Join us at #CILDC - champ.ly/1RuBM_1x

How do we keep the human at the center of emerging tech? Joshua Altshuler, Illinois State University; Colette Lunday Brautigam, & Angela M Vanden Elzen, Lawrence University, share the CARE Framework for integrating AI with resilience, critical thinking, & context. Join us @CILDC. champ.ly/1RuBM_1x

Information security is evolving fast. Frank Cervone, San Jose State University, reveals open source intelligence tools used to uncover vulnerabilities and prevent data exposure. Strengthen your defenses at #CILDC and register today - champ.ly/ziuBVNkV

What does the technology landscape look like across thousands of libraries? Marshall Breeding, Library Technology Guides, shares data driven insights into evolving systems, platforms, and trends shaping the future. Register - champ.ly/ziuBVNkV

How is AI shaping critical thinking? Robert Berkman, University of Rochester, explores research on cognitive offloading, creativity, and AI literacy, offering practical tips for strengthening thoughtful engagement in an AI saturated world. Register to join us- champ.ly/ziuBVNkV #CILDC