Imagine the Possibilities

Spread the Word!

Share your excitement about the PLA 2018 Conference with the badges below! We have small badges for your e-mail signature, large banners for your website or blog, and Facebook cover photos. Be sure to link the badge to 2018.placonference.org whenever possible. We also have badges for exhibitors and sponsors.

E-mail Signature Images

Right click on the badge of your choice, then select “Save Image As…” or “Save Picture As…” to save it to your computer.

For Everyone

PLA 2018 Imagine the Possibilities E-mail Signature Badge

For Attendees

PLA 2018 I'm Attending E-mail Signature Badge

For Presenters

PLA 2018 I'm Speaking E-mail Signature Badge

Website & Blog Banners

Click the badge of your choice and it will open in a new window/tab. Right click on the badge in that new window/tab, then select “Save Image As…” or “Save Picture As…” to save it to your computer.

For Everyone

PLA 2018 Imagine the Possibilities Banner Thumbnail

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For Attendees

PLA 2018 I'm Attending Banner Thumbnail

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For Presenters

PLA 2018 I'm Speaking Banner Thumbnail

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Please note: Banners may be resized as needed but should not be otherwise modified.

Facebook Cover Photos

Click the badge of your choice and it will open in a new browser window/tab. Right click on the badge in that new window/tab, then select “Save Image As…” or “Save Picture As…” to save it to your computer.

For Everyone

PLA 2018 Imagine the Possibilities Facebook Cover Thumbnail

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For Attendees

PLA 2018 I'm Attending Facebook Cover Thumbnail

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For Presenters

PLA 2018 I'm Speaking Facebook Cover Thumbnail

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Using the Official Conference Logo

The custom logos of the PLA 2018 Conference are the property of PLA. Anyone wishing to use the logos in their communications and promotional materials must:

  1. Seek permission from PLA; and
  2. Submit communication/artwork incorporating the logo to PLA for final approval.

The logo may not be modified and must be reproduced in its entirety (i.e., no outlines, cropping). To request the use of the logo, companies should contact Carly DiVito at Corcoran Expositions at 312-541-0567 or carly@corcexpo.com; all others should contact PLA at 800-545-2433 x5PLA (x5752) or pla@ala.org.

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Cancellation Policy

The PLA 2018 Conference is offered on a cost-recovery basis. PLA reserves the right to cancel all or any part of this event if there is insufficient registration or for other reasons. Neither ALA nor PLA is responsible for cancellation charges assessed by the airlines or travel agencies, or other losses incurred due to the cancellation of the workshops. All information listed on this website is subject to change.

Attendee Cancellation Policy

Written cancellations, requests for refunds, and/or changes will be accepted until February 23, 2018, and are subject to a $30 handling fee. Refunds will be processed after April 23, 2018. According to PLA policy, all meal events require preregistration. The above cancellation/change information also applies to all preconferences, meal events, and tours. No meal tickets will be sold onsite.

Exhibitor Cancellation Policy

All booth space cancellation requests must be received in writing by Show Management (Corcoran Expositions). If space is reduced, the net reduction of space will be treated as a cancellation of that space. If Show Management receives a written request for cancellation of space on or before October 31, 2017, the exhibitor will be eligible for a refund less the nonrefundable deposit of $950 per 100 square feet of exhibit space. For cancellations received after October 31, 2017, exhibitors are liable for 100% of the cost of space.

Advertising

Print and electronic advertising opportunities are available to reach PLA members and attendees both before and during the conference.

Exhibits

Interested in exhibiting at PLA 2018? Contact Carly DiVito, Corcoran Expositions, at 312-541-0567 or carly@corcexpo.com.

Media

Contact Macey Morales, Deputy Director, ALA Public Awareness Office, 312-280-4393 or mmorales@ala.org. Please review our conference media policy.

Membership

ALA and PLA membership is managed by the ALA Membership & Customer Service (MACS) unit. You can join or renew/rejoin/add to your membership using ALA’s secure online form; or you can print and fill out a membership form and fax or mail it in; or call 800-545-2433 and press 5. Direct your membership questions to MACS at customerservice@ala.org or 800-545-2433 and press 5. MACS representatives are available Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM Central.

Registration & Housing

Problems or questions regarding registration or housing? Contact Experient at pla@experient-inc.com or 800-424-5249 (U.S. and Canada)/847-996-5829 (all other countries). Experient representatives are available Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM Eastern.

Sponsorships

To discuss PLA 2018 sponsorship opportunities, contact Corcoran Expositions, Mary Michalik at 312-265-9650, mary@corcexpo.com; or Matt McLaughlin at 312-265-9655, matt@corcexpo.com.

Thank You PLA 2018 Conference Sponsors!

Other Questions

Many commonly asked questions are answered in our FAQ. If you don’t find the information you’re looking for, please contact PLA at 800-545-2433 x5PLA (x5752) or pla@ala.org. Or the PLA Staff directory may help you find just the right person to ask.

PLA 2016 Archive

Looking for handouts and other information from the PLA 2016 Conference, which took place April 5–9, 2016 in Denver, CO? The PLA 2016 Conference website has been archived at http://2016.placonference.org.

View the list of past PLA Conferences from 1983 to present.