“People come for the what but stay for the who.” We’re thrilled that you will be joining us to learn and strengthen many professional skills while attending the conference. Equally important to us is the opportunity to create meaningful connections with colleagues. These relationships are core to our success as PJ Library professionals – where we support each other with advice, ideas, creativity, cheerleading and friendship. We would be thrilled if each of you returns home with at least one new connection (kesher) and have therefore intentionally designed the schedule for maximum networking opportunities.

It is our hope that the connections you make at the conference will grow into relationships that continue throughout the year so that you never feel alone in the work that you are doing. Please take full advantage of these moments to connect with people who you can collaborate with and count on for support!

Coffee Breaks & Snack Breaks

Look forward to morning coffee breaks and afternoon snack breaks at the conference while chatting with fellow attendees.

Community

Spark connections with other attendees in the our online community by checking out who else is attending, reading their profiles, and direct messaging them.

Dinner Buddies

Monday night dinner will be much more fun if you let us match you with another attendee! We make these connections before the conference so you can meet each other ahead of time. Make sure to select "I would love a dinner buddy" on the registration form.

Facebook Group

Join our private Facebook group for conference attendees to network, share ideas, and ask questions.

Lounges

On the first floor and sixth floor of the hotel, custom PJ Library lounges offer spaces to relax, recharge, and connect with others.

Meal Table Topics
A great opportunity to learn from your peers around shared interests and successful initiatives. You can also choose to sit at one of our other tables for quiet reflection or bring your meals to your room.

Networking Groups

Throughout the conference, there will be opportunities to collaborate with your colleagues in facilitated networking groups.

Office Hours

Office hours offer purpose-driven meetings between HGF staff and attendees. Staff are excited to share their insights with community professionals.