RMSLA hosted a January 19, 2012, Virtual Lunch webinar on SLA’s Strategic Vision. SLA past-presidents Anne Caputo and Cindy Romaine discuss SLA’s new strategic vision and how it is being implemented. This program is free to all SLA members and non-members who would like to learn more about where SLA is headed.

>> Updated April 29, 2012: View the recorded program. (This link goes direct to the .wmv file on the SLA website. Allow a few moments for the program to load.)

Strategic Vision

SLA is a vibrant, global association of professionals who are employed in every sector of the information and knowledge economy. Our members thrive where data, information, and knowledge intersect, and our strategic partners support SLA because they believe in the association’s mission and the future of its members. The goal of SLA is to support information professionals as they contribute, in their varied and evolving roles, to the opportunities and achievements of organizations, communities, and society.

Focus for Action

SLA has identified five priorities to guide the association’s leaders, volunteers, and staff toward fulfillment of this vision. (See full post from Cindy Romaine, Nov 14, 2011.)

1) Annual Conference (see Nov 28 blog post from Mary Ellen Bates, Division Cabinet Chair), with attention to collaboration across SLA’s divisions to provide more focused, refined, and learning-relevant content.

2) Professional Development (see Nov 29 blog post by Sara Tompson, Director) through improved in-person offerings and a year-round, virtual education program in partnership with schools of library and information science.

3) Richer Volunteer Experiences (see Nov 30 post by Daniel Lee, Director) that provide stepping stones to learning, a promotion, or achievement at work in areas such as web development, marketing, and program management.

4) Opening New Markets (see Dec 1 post from Brent Mai, President-Elect) to expand SLA’s partnerships and visibility within the broader information industry.

5) Growth Through Diversification (see Dec 2 post from Richard Huffine, Division Cabinet Chair-Elect), aimed toward expanding SLA’s already diverse membership by reaching competitive intelligence specialists, IT development specialists, and others outside the traditional library/information field.

Join the discussion and contribute your insights for making the vision a reality.

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This morning at the Leadership Development Institute (part of the Annual SLA Conference), James Kane announced the Rocky Mountain Chapter, along with 5 other chapters, will work with him on the SLA Loyalty Pilot Project. Over the course of a year, Mr. Kane will work with our Chapter and help us develop strategic planning as well as a greater sense of belonging and purpose. He will also visit our Chapter and provide training to our leadership and volunteers. There are some costs associated with this project, so look for fundraising efforts in the coming months. We are excited and thrilled to be a part of this project and look forward to sharing more information with all of you!

Julie Cavender
RMSLA President, 2011