Program is subject to change
Thursday, August 1
| Time | Session Name |
|---|---|
| 5:00 - 8:00 PM | Registration
Meet Team OverDrive to check in and receive conference materials. |
| 7:00 - 9:00 PM | Opening Cocktail Reception - Sponsored by Tantor Audio Light hors d'oeuvres and refreshments Mingle with fellow librarians, publishers, and industry experts. |
Friday, August 2
| 7:30 - 9:00 AM | Registration
Meet Team OverDrive to check in and receive conference materials. |
| 8:00 - 9:00 AM | Continental Breakfast - Sponsored by John Wiley & Sons Assorted beverages, fruit, Danish, muffins, bagels, cereals, and yogurts Exhibits open for an opportunity to view the latest offerings from conference partners and sponsors. |
| 9:00 - 9:30 AM | Welcome to Digipalooza '13
Kick off the conference with a review of the agenda and events. Shannon Lichty, OverDrive Steve Potash, OverDrive |
| 9:30 - 10:30 AM | Digital Books: 2013 & Beyond The Next Generation of readers has high expectations for how the library can satisfy interest and use of digital books. A panel of leading technologists and industry experts will report on recent developments impacting how libraries and schools serve readers. Peter Haasz, OverDrive Australia Dominique Raccah, Sourcebooks Jeff Sterling, OverDrive |
| 10:30 - 10:45 AM | Publisher Spotlight: AudioGO
Preview new and upcoming releases from AudioGO. |
| 10:45 - 11:15 AM | Networking & Refreshments Break Assorted refreshments and granola bars Exhibits open for an opportunity to view the latest offerings from conference partners and sponsors. |
| 11:15 AM - 12:30 PM | Maximizing ROI with Your Digital Collection Budget With increased budget pressure, libraries must justify investment in the digital collection. Hear how libraries are measuring “return on investment” for digital materials and lending models to serve their community. You will also learn new tips and tricks for utilizing OverDrive's Content Reserve platform for purchasing, methods for evaluating circulation, holds, and more. Jo-ann Benedetti, Upper Hudson Library System (NY) Melissa Dewild, Kent District Library (MI) Karen Estrovich, OverDrive Kathy Olsen, Broward County Library (FL) Cindy Orr, OverDrive Cynthia Provenzano, Pikes Peak Library District (CO) |
| 12:30 - 1:30 PM | Lunch - Sponsored by OCLC Boxed Lunch Exhibits open for an opportunity to view the latest offerings from conference partners and sponsors. |
| 1:30 - 2:30 PM | Uncovering the New User and Engaging the Black Belts How can libraries attract new users as well as satisfy experienced customers? This session will review best practices for new customer acquisition and engaging your existing customer base. Gain fresh marketing and training ideas for addressing both audiences. Michael Blackwell, Columbus Metropolitan Library (OH) Jennifer Simon Halai, King County Library System (WA) Melissa Marin, OverDrive Tracy Montri, Toledo-Lucas County Public Library (OH) |
| 2:30 - 3:00 PM | Networking & Refreshments Break Assorted refreshments and lights snacks Exhibits open for an opportunity to view the latest offerings from conference partners and sponsors. |
| 3:00 - 3:15 PM | Publisher Spotlight: HarperCollins Publishers
Preview new and upcoming releases from HarperCollins. |
| 3:15 - 4:00 PM | Big Data for Big Impact Data-driven decisions can empower your library to better serve readers. Learn from libraries and OverDrive Specialists on what's being uncovered about how readers are discovering and using your digital collection. This session will share demographics, survey results, activity trends, and more. Michael Ciccone, Hamilton Public Library (ON) Joan Hansen, Denver Public Library (CO) Jill Myers, OverDrive |
| 4:00 - 5:00 PM | Mingle with Conference Partners and Sponsors Exhibits open for an opportunity to view the latest offerings from conference partners and sponsors. |
| 6:45 PM | Shuttles start from the Renaissance Main Entrance to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame & Museum |
| 7:00 - 11:00 PM | Celebration of Digital Media in the Library - Sponsored by Baker Publishing Party like a rock star at the exclusive Digipalooza Party at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame & Museum. Plus, be among the first to view the Rolling Stones: 50 Years of Satisfaction exhibition of the band’s 50 year career, including personal items and extraordinary collections never before seen by the public. Dinner and cocktails will be served. |
Saturday, August 3
| 8:00 - 8:30 AM | Morning Yoga Session Welcome the day with a relaxing beginner level yoga session (or practice at your own pace if you are more advanced). You’re not likely to break a sweat, but you will feel rejuvenated and ready to start the day. Water and yoga mats will be provided. |
| 8:30 - 9:30 AM | Continental Breakfast - Sponsored by Sirsi Dynix Assorted beverages, fruit, Danish, muffins, bagels, cereals, and yogurts Exhibits open for an opportunity to view the latest offerings from conference partners and sponsors. |
| 9:30 - 10:30 AM | Keynote Speaker |
| 10:30 - 10:45 AM | Publisher Spotlight: Random House / Books on Tape
Preview new and upcoming releases from Books on Tape. |
| 11:15 - 11:45 AM | Networking & Refreshments Break Assorted refreshments and granola bars Exhibits open for an opportunity to view the latest offerings from conference partners and sponsors. |
| 11:15 AM - 12:30 PM | User First: Delivering on the Promise Retailers, booksellers, and social communities are tailoring the online experience to attract more customers. Learn about APIs and other tools that enable your library to be readers’ preferred connection to books. Steve Frank, OverDrive Drew Small, OverDrive Jimmy Thomas & Mark Noble, Marmot Library Network (CO) Clay White, OverDrive |
| 12:30 - 1:30 PM | Lunch - Sponsored by Image Entertainment Plated Lunch Exhibits open for an opportunity to view the latest offerings from conference partners and sponsors. |
| 1:30 - 3:00 PM | Publisher Panel
One of the most popular sessions from past conferences, the top publishers present their viewpoint on the state of digital lending and field questions from attendees. This moderated session will explore the opportunities and challenges in balancing the interest of stakeholders from authors on down. AudioGO Books on Tape HarperCollins Erica Lazzaro, OverDrive Mitch Mallon, Image Entertainment |
| 3:00 - 3:30 PM | Networking & Refreshments Break Assorted refreshments and light snacks Exhibits open for an opportunity to view the latest offerings from conference partners and sponsors. |
| 3:30 - 4:15 PM | Town Hall: Your Voice Heard Participate in an informal roundtable discussion with Team OverDrive. Ask questions, share feedback, and discover more ways we can continue working together to deliver world-class solutions to your eReaders. |
| 4:15 - 5:00 PM | Wine and Cheese with Conference Partners and Sponsors Exhibits open for an opportunity to view the latest offerings from conference partners and sponsors. |
| Evening | Experience Cleveland What will your Cleveland experience include? A taste from the many restaurant options, bowling and beer at The Corner Alley, a viewing of Disney’s The Lion King in the country’s largest arts center outside of New York, Playhouse Square? With guidance from Team OverDrive, make the most of your visit to our hometown of Cleveland. Note: Events and/or meals on Saturday evening are not included in the registration fee and will be at your own expense. |
Sunday, August 4
| 8:00 - 8:30 AM | Morning Yoga Session
Welcome the day with a relaxing beginner level yoga session (or practice at your own pace if you are more advanced). You’re not likely to break a sweat, but you will feel rejuvenated and ready to start the day. Water and yoga mats will be provided. |
| 9:00 - 10:00 AM | Breakfast - Sponsored by Sourcebooks Hot, plated breakfast |
| 10:00 - 11:00 AM | DigiPinterest: Creating the Conference Pin Board Did you have an Aha! moment at Digipalooza? Share it with your new friends during this interactive group forum on light bulb ideas and takeaway items to capitalize on the momentum of digital books. Follow the Digipalooza ’13 pin board here. |
| 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Crystal Ball Report Hear from OverDrive CEO, Steve Potash, as he shares what is next for eBooks and other digital media in the library. |
highlights from digipalooza 2011
