SLA 2024 Annual Conference & Expo

Thank you for joining us at the University of Rhode Island in Kingston, RI for the SLA 2024 Annual Conference and Expo!

SLA was excited to hold the 2024 Annual Conference celebrating our 115th Anniversary on July 13 – 16, 2024 at the University of Rhode Island in Kingston, RI. This premier event delivered education sessions, an exciting exhibit hall, unparalleled networking opportunities, and much more!

The SLA Annual Conference provided special librarians and information professionals with programming on emerging topics and trends in knowledge and information management.

Attendees heard from dynamic and inspiring speakers, connected with colleagues, and met with leading information product and service providers. This event not only elevated your professional knowledge and network, but also celebrated our industry, accomplishments, and passion. 

ABOUT THE CONFERENCE

The SLA 2024 conference was held Saturday, July 13 through Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at the University of Rhode Island in Kingston Rhode Island. The majority of the conference took place in the Center for Biotechnology and Life Sciences (CBLS). Conference registration opened on Saturday, July 13th with limited programming and the Welcome Reception from 6:00 – 8:00 PM. Sunday, July 14 kicked off at 8:00 am with an SLA Town Hall followed by the Keynote Address. Continuing education courses and special events took place on July 14 -16. In addition to sessions, INFO-EXPO is where attendees could learn about new products and provide vendor feedback. The INFO-EXPO (exhibit hall)  was open at 8:00 AM on Sunday, July 14.

Conference Theme:  Collaboration for Innovation

Speaker Topics:

  • Data Science & Research
  • New & Innovative Technologies
  • Knowledge and Records Management: The Modern Information Professional 
  • Competitive Intelligence
  • Leadership & Management Skills

Program & Speakers

Slides & Posters

White Paper

REGISTRATION

Registration fees included:  Over 50 education sessions; (3) Breakfast, (3) Lunch, and (2) Dinners; Welcome Reception on Saturday, July 13; SLA Dance Party on Monday, July 15

ACCOMMODATIONS

SLA made arrangements for a variety of local accommodations including a small block of private bedrooms in the apartment-style suite dorms on campus at the University of Rhode Island and at two local hotels. There were shuttles provided from the hotels to campus and vice versa. 

Thank you to our sponsors and exhibitors!

If you are interested in sponsoring or exhibiting at next year's conference, please contact Kristen Totaro at ktotaro@sla.org. 

Contact Us

Special Libraries Association
1120 Route 73, Suite 200
Mount Laurel, NJ 08054
1.703.647.4900 | sla@sla.org

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