Welcome to TLA 2024!

It gives me immense pleasure to extend a warm invitation to each of you to join us at the TLA 2024 Annual Conference!

On behalf of the Conference Planning Committee, the TLA Executive Board, the TLA staff, and everyone who has worked so hard to bring this conference to life, I am honored to share the 2024 Annual Conference Program with you.

From April 16 to 19, the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in downtown San Antonio will transform into a haven for learning, networking, and celebration. No matter your affiliation—be it school, public, academic, or special libraries—this conference is tailor-made to empower you with sessions designed to elevate your service to our communities.

Our theme for TLA 2024 is “Stories Inspire, Opportunities Await.” At conference, you will

• Listen and Be Inspired: Engage with renowned speakers, bestselling authors, and leaders within our field to glean insights, perspectives, and inspiration that will fuel your professional journey.
• Rediscover Your Passion: Reignite your fervor for librarianship, rekindling the essence of why you embarked on librarianship as a career, and rediscover the profound impact we have on our patrons.
• Forge Connections: Build robust networks, forging connections with like-minded professionals, fostering growth through shared experiences.

In addition to many learning opportunities, TLA 2024 provides a unique opportunity to relax, have fun and create lasting memories with your librarian friends in beautiful San Antonio. We look forward to seeing you there!

Gretchen Pruett

TLA President 2023-2024