Charleston Conference 2025
November 3-7: Charleston, SC, USA
Find us in Grand Ballroom of Gaillard Center / Table 92 Tuesday, November 4, 10:00am-5:30pm
Engage with us and step into the future of innovation.
We look forward to connecting with you at the Charleston Conference—an annual showcase of the powerful impact librarians make within their institutions and across their communities. Whether at the vendor showcase, welcome reception, our sponsored lunch, or featured sessions, we are ready to say thank you to the librarians of the world.
Redefining Research: Elsevier’s Next-Generation AI Solution
Vendor Info Sessionopens in new tab/window
Developed in collaboration with researchers, librarians and academic leaders, our new comprehensive solution integrates cutting-edge AI with Elsevier’s unmatched content quality and breadth, enabling librarians and academic leaders to enhance research workflows and drive institutional impact.
Guided by Elsevier’s Responsible AI Principles, this solution prioritizes human oversight and transparency, helping you champion responsible research practices. Currently in closed beta, the solution will launch in Q1 2026. We look forward to engaging with you on this exciting journey!
Date: Tuesday, November 4 10:00 am - 10:20 am
The worth of words: Exploring the value of ebooks in today’s academic libraries
Vendor Focus Groupopens in new tab/window
As scholarly publishing evolves, ebooks are often overlooked in academic libraries. We invite librarians to join this focus group to share insights beyond usage data—how ebooks are used, where they aren’t, and their role in supporting research, education, and institutional impact. Your input will help shape the future of ebooks and their value in libraries of all sizes.
Date: Tuesday, November 4 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Welcome Reception at the Vendor Showcase - Sponsored by Elsevier
Welcome Reception at the Vendor Showcase - Sponsored by Elsevier opens in new tab/window
Wrap up the day with drinks and hors d’oeuvres among the booths. Mix, mingle, and connect with colleagues and vendors in a relaxed setting.
Impact makers in action: Librarian stories on AI, innovation, and supporting research excellence
Elsevier Sponsored Lunch Sessionopens in new tab/window
Join Elsevier for a sponsored luncheon during the Charleston Conference. This interactive session will spotlight librarians as true impact makers, sharing stories of how libraries are driving innovation, supporting research with integrity, and strengthening institutional impact. Please complete the registration formopens in new tab/window to reserve your spot. Space is limited.
Date: Wednesday, November 5; Time: 12:00-1:00pm
Featured sessions
Wednesday, November 5
10:15 am – 11:00 am Accessibility Legislation in the U.S.: Collaborative Learning from the European Accessibility Actopens in new tab/window, location: Grand Ballroom 3, Gaillard Center
11:20 am – 12:00 pm Here, there, everywhere!: Content Syndication Challenges and Opportunitiesopens in new tab/window, location: Grand Ballroom 1, Gaillard Center
Thursday, November 6
4:00 pm – 4:40 pm What's keeping librarians and CISO's up at night?opens in new tab/window, location: Colonial Ballroom, Francis Marion Hotel
Friday, November 7
10:30 am - 11:20 am Innovation Session 1 - Getting to Deep Research: Libraries, AI, and the Future of Scholarly Communicationopens in new tab/window, location: Carolina Ballroom, Francis Marion Hotel
You can find the full 2025 Charleston Conference Agenda hereopens in new tab/window
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