Administration and Management Section Meeting
Second Tuesdays at 10 am
Date: August 11
Topic: Health Insurance Management for Library Administrators
Presenter: Vince Boianelli
Description: This presentation will provide an overview for administrators of the various types of healthcare insurance available to library employees. Topics will include Level of Funding options, Tax-Advantaged Healthcare Benefit Accounts, Ancillary Benefits, and Access to Venders.
Bio: Vincent is a 2001 graduate of William Patterson University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and Economics. Vince began working for Pinnacle while still a high school student and learned the basics of the employee benefits and group health insurance business from his father, Vince Sr. He joined Pinnacle on a full-time basis immediately upon graduating in 2001.To date, he has more than 25 years of experience with over 500 clients.
Date: October 13
Title: AI in the Library
Presenter: Jon Braun
Description: AI in the Library offers a clear and practical introduction to artificial intelligence for library staff. Together we'll explore how AI works where it shows up in everyday life and how it’s beginning to shape library services. Participants will consider both the opportunities AI presents and the ethical questions it raises around bias transparency and human judgment.
Bio: The session is led by Jon Braun, Online Learning and Digital Content Specialist with LibraryLinkNJ. Jon manages the LearningSpace an on‑demand learning platform for library professionals and has been researching and leading AI programs for over three years. With more than 16 years of experience in public libraries Jon has directed projects that combine user‑focused design technology innovation and community engagement.
Date: Nov. 10
Presentation: Effective Library Surveys
Presenter: Doug Gildenberg - Marketing and Communications at South Brunswick Public Library
Bio: Doug Gildenberg - Marketing and Communications at South Brunswick Public Library (NJLA Marketing and PR Section); 35 years retired marketing research professional in private industry.
Description: This practical workshop empowers Library professionals to design, implement, and analyze surveys that drive meaningful improvements in programming, services, and strategic planning. Drawing from real-library world examples, participants will receive guidance on how to turn the daunting task of conducting a survey into a powerful tool for library advocacy and enhancement.
Date: December 8
Presentation: Library Consctruction
Presenter: Tonya Finney Estrada
Bio: TBA
Description: TBA