2026 MLA|DLA Annual Conference: Full Schedule

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8:30am EDT

You’re Already a Project Manager: Identifying, Applying, and Leveraging Project Management Fundamentals

Thursday May 7, 2026 8:30am - 10:30am EDT

In libraries, project management skills are increasingly desired and are typically associated with big projects like new buildings, expansions, or new technology. However, all library staff, not just managers or department heads, use project management skills, whether they know it or not. Join this session to discover the project management fundamentals that you already use in your role in your library, gain tactics to enhance those skills, and learn how to leverage them for future career opportunities.

Speakers

Abigail Williams

Assistant Branch Manager I, Anne Arundel County Public Library

I am an Assistant Branch Manager for Discoveries: The Library at the Mall in AACPL. In my nine years at AACPL, I have also held the positions of Circulation Assistant, Library Associate, and Public Services Specialist. I have a Master of Science in Management from University of Maryland... Read More →

You're Already a Project Manager slide deck pdf

Project Planning Worksheet pdf

Project Management Resource List pdf

Thursday May 7, 2026 8:30am - 10:30am EDT
Chesapeake E/F

Program - 2 hour, MLA, Leadership Development

2026 MLA|DLA Annual Conference

8:30am EDT

Abigail Williams

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