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2020 Lightning Rounds:
Pitch in a crunch: You have 30 seconds!

Lightning Round Description

Picture This:  you’re on your lunch break in line at the supermarket, and the lady in front of you turns around and notices your work badge.  She says, “Do people still visit libraries?”  Here’s your moment to convince this stranger that she’s been missing out on all of the wonderful programs, resources, and services offered at your library. An Elevator Speech is a great tool to use when you’re put on the spot.  It’s a short sales pitch used to spark interest in your organization.  The pitch should communicate the who, what, and why of your organization in an interesting, memorable, and unique way.  In this presentation you will learn the elements that should be included in an Elevator Speech.  We will also discuss when and where to use these speeches effectively.  After attending this presentation, the next time you are out and about, you will be prepared!

Presenters

Fara Jacobson- Miami-Dade Public Library System

  • Fara Jacobson is the Branch Manager of the Palm Springs North Branch Library of the Miami-Dade Public Library System.  She has worked for MDPLS for over 15 years.  Throughout her career she has served on numerous special committees and has been a children's librarian and a YA librarian, hosting many special teen and children's events.  She has served in supervisory and management roles, as well as a trainer and represented MDPLS on Facebook live, with the Children's Trust, to discuss Summer Reading in the Libraries.  She holds a master's degree from Florida State University and is currently serving on the Seflin Library Advocacy Committee.

Mercedes Munias- Miami-Dade Public Library 

  • Mercedes Munias is the Circulation Services Supervisor at the Westchester Regional Library of the Miami-Dade Public Library System.  She has worked for MDPLS for over 19 years. Throughout her career, she has served on numerous special committees and has assisted with many library programs and events.  She has served in supervisory roles, as well as a systemwide trainer and storyteller. She is currently working on her master's degree at the University of South Florida and serving on the SEFLIN Library Advocacy Committee.