Speaker Resources
Listed below are selected links to sources to consult when looking for speakers. In general, most colleges and universities will maintain a list of faculty experts willing to be tapped as speakers. Also, many federal, state, and local government agencies are willing to share their in-house experts. Another path for locating speakers is to review previous VLA programs and conferences. Library Associations and Organizations: The Virginia Writers Club, Inc. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization of writers and poets, screenwriters and playwrights, journalists and essayists, ALA ACRL Officers Speakers Officers and chairs of other ALA divisions may be able to make recommendations. Many libraries and library systems have personnel willing to share their expertise. Library of Congress “Especially for Librarians & Archivists” Other library sources: Comprehensive List of Library Servers on the Web Government, Business and Professional Organizations: Many communities have local speakers bureaus or lists of experts. Check with the local Chamber of Commerce or browse the locality’s Web site. Groups promoting events and conventions may be particularly helpful. U.S. Chambers of Commerce – Virginia “Virginia Interactive” – the Official Commonwealth of Virginia Home Page College and University Guides to Faculty Experts: Many colleges and universities maintain “guides to faculty experts” either on their Web sites or published in print. Try contacting college or university offices with names such as “University (or College) Relations,” “Media (or Journalist) Relations,” and “Community Relations.” Alumni offices may maintain lists as well. |
