Sponsors and Exhibitors


Thank you for supporting the Oregon Library Association annual conference through sponsorships and/or exhibiting at conference in Bend Oregon, April 19-22, 2023.

Sponsors

OrganizationName | FirstName | LastEmail Work or PrimaryConference Sponsorship Level
NW NaturalKristelMuirheadKristel.Muirhead@nwnatural.comCustom
San Jose State University- School of InformationVivianZuovivian.zuo@sjsu.eduPremier 
Virco Inc.BrianKirkwoodBriankirkwood@virco.comPremier 
Antioch UniversityMelindaGarlandmgarland@antioch.eduAdvocate

Exhibitors

BoothVendorWeb PageProduct Services/DescriptionName | FirstName | LastPhone Work or PrimaryEmail Work or Primary
21A Kids Coakidsco.comAt A Kids Co., we talk to kids — not down to them — and don’t shy away from challenging discussions. Kids are ready for these conversations, and we’re here to help make those conversations happen.MelanieWilkins503-858-7581mel@akidsco.com
18Antioch Universitywww.antioch.eduAntioch University, a national, accredited, nonprofit university, provides learner-centered education to empower students with the knowledge and skills to lead meaningful lives and to advance social, economic, and environmental justice. antioch.eduMelindaGarland603-757-3925mgarland@antioch.edu
6Backstage Library Workswww.bslw.comAuthority control, cataloging, digitization, microfilming, reclassification, and RFID tagging. Backstage provides guaranteed, personal solutions to help you organize, describe, and preserve your collections to enhance discovery and user access.RichardCovington801-360-6313rcovington@bslw.com
16Baker & Taylorhttps://www.baker-taylor.com/Baker & Taylor is the largest supplier of library content, software and services to public and academic libraries in the US. With these solutions, Baker & Taylor is on a mission to improve community outcomes through literacy and learning.RustinHoward251-209-7152rustin.howard@baker-taylor.com
5Blackstone Librarywww.BlackstoneLibrary.comServing libraries since 1987, Blackstone Library offers a growing catalog of over 100,000+ titles in print, large print, e-book, and audiobook formats, with more than 1,000 new releases and 625+ exclusive titles added each month.JasonEsquerra(541) 324-4692Jason.Esquerra@BlackstonePublishing.com
11BOUND TO STAY BOUND BOOKSWWW.BTSB.COMWE PROVIDE PREBOUND JUVENILE LIBRARY BOOKS WITH FULL PROCESSING AND AUTOMATION SUPPORT AVAILABLE.  WE NOW ALSO CARRY A WIDE ARRAY OF PAPERBACK TITLES AND PLAYAWAY AUDIOBOOKS.PHILORLOWSKI800-637-6586sales@btsb.com
19Brodart Co.www.brodartbooks.comBrodart pioneered the book jacket cover in 1939. Today, Brodart provides a broad range of collection development/cataloging services, supplies and furnishings and custom furniture. Brodart knows libraries.DennisKeith570-326-2461 x6170exhibits@brodart.com
4ByWater Solutionshttps://bywatersolutions.com/JessicaZairo888-900-8944jzairo@bywatersolutions.com
24Demco, Inc.demco.comDemco maximizes outcomes for all learners by offering innovative solutions.  With 120 years of experience, Demco provides supplies, equipment, and furniture to libraries and schools to equip, engage, and empower learners.  Maximize the potentialDonHazlett608-242-4526michaelp@demco.com
28Dragon Theater Puppets and PrincessesWww.dragontheater.comSummer reading programs and holiday entertainment. Puppet Shows face painting, animal balloons, magic shows, workshops, Princess and other costume characters.JasonRopp503-312-5979dragontheater@hotmail.com
22EBSCO Information Serviceswww.EBSCO.comEBSCO Information Services is the preeminent provider of online research content and search technologies for academic, school and public libraries. Learn more at: www.ebsco.com.EliseGold205-981-4678egold@ebsco.com
12Emporia State SLIMhttps://www.emporia.edu/school-library-and-information-management/Emporia State University’s fully online, ALA-accredited program is flexible and designed for working adults- You can complete the 36-credit-hour MLS program in two years.BeccaKabasa986-200-3236rkabasa@emporia.edu
9FE Technologieswww.fetechgroup.comFE Technologies provides the very best in RFID Solutions for Libraries.  A worldwide leader in RFID Technology, FE Technologies has been providing libraries the most innovative Self Loan Stations, Return Solutions, Mobile Checkout and more since 2006ScottyGage940-300-2026scotty.gage@fetechgroup.com
14Galegale.comGale’s mission for libraries is to help expand their role in the community through insights & programs that impact education and drive growth. Together, we can provide content & technology that engage & encourage patrons to achieve their goals.AndreaBatten248-763-5003andrea.batten@cengage.com
26Ingram Content Grouphttps://www.ingramcontent.com/librariesNo matter the size, location, or niche, Ingram‚Äôs tailor-made treatment helps all kinds of libraries get the right books fast so they can get back to what matters most ‚Äì their communities.  Your Mission. Our Purpose. #TheLibraryLife.BJCompau(509) 209-3192ashley.dixon@ingramcontent.com
7Library Furniture Internationallibraryfurnitureinternational.comFor 20+ years, Library Furniture International (LFI) has prioritized customer satisfaction while providing library furniture and shelving solutions that help libraries engage their communities.MichelleZernik847-564-9497michelle@libraryfurniture-intl.com
13Niche Academyhttps://www.nicheacademy.com/We Help Libraries Solve Big Problems, Together:Easy-to-use content creation tool, content library, & LMS all in one, built for libraries. We help reduce the time & cost of delivering training & learning outcomes your community needs.KenBonney801-691-8311kbonney@nicheacademy.com
27Oregon Corrections Enterpriseswww.OCE.oregon.govBradAtkins503-576-0887batkins@oce.oregon.gov
20Oregon Digital Newspaper Programhttp://oregonnews.uoregon.edu/The Oregon Digital Newspaper Program (ODNP), housed at the University of Oregon Libraries, is an initiative to digitize historic Oregon newspaper content and make it freely available to the public through a keyword-searchable online database.ElizabethPeterson541-346-1872sseymore@uoregon.edu
23Oregon Secretary of Statewww.oregon.gov/smallbusinessOur office helps for-profit or nonprofit organizations with zero to 100 employees that have a question or concern about state or local government. We’re an independent voice and resource for small business that speaks from an objective point of view.TrevorLeahy844-469-5512business.sos@sos.oregon.gov
15OverDrive, Inc.https://company.overdrive.com/public-libraries/Extend beyond your physical walls by offering ebooks, audiobooks, magazines and streaming media. With millions of premium titles, OverDrive has the largest digital catalog for libraries.JudyCluggish216-573-6886jcluggish@overdrive.com
17Playaway Pre-Loaded Productshttps://shop.playaway.com/Our audiobooks, learning apps, videos, & read-alongs give libraries what they need to promote literacy, bridge digital divides, & make technology accessible to all. No WiFi, no downloads, no separate device needed & ready-to-use right off the shelf.CathyPhillips877-893-0808cphillips@playaway.com
3San Jose State University- School of Informationischool.sjsu.eduThe San José State University School of Information offers several educational programs, including three master’s degree and two certificate programs, and all programs are delivered conveniently online. Get ready for your future at ischool.sjsu.edu.VivianZuo408-924-2500vivian.zuo@sjsu.edu
10Spacesaver Specialists Inc.www.storageplanning.comSpacesaver Specialists is a typical family owned Oregon small business, serving libraries since 1978.  We’re based in Tualatin and provide free planning services working closely with library staff and planners.TomMiller503-522-9586tom_miller@storageplanning.com
8State Library of Oregonhttps://www.oregon.gov/library/The State Library of Oregon cultivates, preserves, and delivers library and information services to foster lifelong learning and community engagement.SadieVerville971-375-2713sadie.verville@slo.oregon.gov
25Technology Unlimitedtuiusa.comPlease stop by and see the new ViewScan 4 digital microfilm scanner and learn about our brand new trade-in or trade up offers for your older/out-of-date microfilm solutions. We offer local sales and service with technicians based in Portland andDavidNitzschke360-694-3382 x301davidn@tuiusa.com
1 & 2Virco Inc.www.virco.comBrianKirkwood772-834-8261briankirkwood@virco.com

Exhibitor packet 2023 (pdf)