by Karen Klein, AIIP 2020 Conference Chair
Did you make a New Year’s resolution? Did it include bettering yourself, learning a new skill, starting an information business, or growing your existing business? Convert those resolutions into reality and register for AIIP’s annual conference in Denver, Colorado, USA from April 23-26, 2020.
You will meet consultants, researchers, freelancers, marketers, writers, and knowledge managers who have several things in common – they run their own businesses, want to succeed, and want you to be successful too.
The four-day event features dynamic speakers, thought-provoking sessions, and multiple networking opportunities. The program is built around four learning themes:
- Professional Development
- Business Development
- Tools of the Trade
- Personal Enrichment
If you are an AIIP member, take advantage of the Early Bird discount that expires on January 31 and save $100 off your registration fee. If you are not an AIIP member, now is the perfect opportunity to join and take advantage of the early bird conference rates. AIIP’s allied organization members in PIUG, SLA, and STC receive the AIIP member rate.
Over the last few months, AIIP members have shared their thoughts on the conference.
“It is literally my favorite conference of all-time.”
“I’ve gotten value from all the sessions and have met amazing people who ‘get’ what I do.”
“I go for the shot-in-the arm of catching up with colleagues and making new connections.”
“No matter what stage you are at in your business, you will come away having learned many new things that will be helpful to you in your business.”
“The programs are laser-focused, the content is of the highest quality, and there is always an impressive line-up of presenters.”
“When I attended my first conference, I was warmly welcomed and have continued to enjoy the camaraderie, especially at the social events and dine arounds.”
In addition to the full-conference program, you can attend two premium pre-conference workshops for more in-depth learning opportunities.
Kelly Berry of ResourceAbility will present an interactive workshop “InfoPro Grow: Business Planning Techniques to Grow Your Business.” Kelly will share templates and techniques for looking at your business and determining key next steps for growth. Topics for discussion include clearly defining your services, conveying a professional image, creating customer personas, developing a strategic plan, and assessing all 4 Ps of B2B marketing.
Kelly Schrank of Bookworm Editing Services will present the workshop “To Be More Efficient and Consistent, Build a Better Checklist.” Workshop attendees will learn how using a comprehensive checklist that is created and updated for a specific task helps differentiate workflows, systems, and activities; increases quality, accuracy, and consistency; spells out details needed at the moment they are needed; tracks progress; documents metrics; and gives a sense of completion and peace of mind.
Check out these conference highlights:
- Joyce Ward, the Roger Summit Award Lecture recipient, will share her perspective on making information findable. The long-time taxonomist and ontologist will draw on her experiences working for Northern Light, LexisNexis, and, currently, Amazon.
- Keynote speaker Elizabeth Suárez will guide attendees through her exclusive and effective system that will leave you feeling prepared, confident, and excited to negotiate for everything you want – in business and in life.
- Attend thought-provoking and educational sessions in a variety of formats from lecture-style to intimate roundtable “Tips” sessions led by skilled facilitators.
- Take advantage of evening dine-arounds at local restaurants to spend quality time with fellow attendees in a relaxed setting
- Speaking of food, your full-conference registration includes the opening reception on Thursday evening, Saturday night’s gala awards dinner, three breakfasts, and two lunches.
- AIIP members are known for their collegiality and generosity. Meet long-standing members of the information industry along with attendees who are at the start of their independent journey.
I look forward to meeting you in Denver. Keep your resolutions and be sure to register before January 31 to get the Early Bird discount.
Karen Klein is the owner of Fulcrum Information Resources, which provides businesses with customized research, technical writing, editing and project management services so they can make appropriate tactical decisions, improve their bottom line and use their resources effectively.
