CAC Updates, Consulting, Innovative Services, Libraries

CAC Clients in the News! Hawaiʻi State Public Library System Wins Prestigious Award

We're proud to announce that our client, the Hawai'i State Public Library System (HSPLS), has received a 2026 John Cotton Dana Award — one of the most prestigious honors in library marketing and communications, now celebrating its 80th year. HSPLS was recognized for "New Look Invites Residents to Reconnect with Hawai'i's Public Libraries," a statewide… Continue reading CAC Clients in the News! Hawaiʻi State Public Library System Wins Prestigious Award

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CAC Updates, Professional Development

Library of Michigan signs on for Full Academy Access

Cordelia Anderson Consulting announced today that the Library of Michigan has signed on to provide its members with access to all of the on-demand library training content available on CAC Academy through Niche Academy. Through this partnership, Michigan libraries will gain: Unlimited access to the full training library of courses designed specifically for library staff.… Continue reading Library of Michigan signs on for Full Academy Access

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CAC Updates, Libraries

College Tours, Academic Libraries, and Ghost Storiess

Last week, I took my daughter on college tours at the University of Alabama and Auburn University. We started at Alabama early in the week, then headed to Auburn a day later. Like many parents going through this process, I found myself thinking about how quickly my kids are growing up. I also found myself… Continue reading College Tours, Academic Libraries, and Ghost Storiess

CAC Updates

When Library History is Also Family History

In 2013, while I was still working for Charlotte Mecklenburg Library, I joined our CEO and Library Director on a benchmarking trip to Boston Public Library. We were there to learn, observe, and gather ideas from one of the country’s most iconic public library systems. As part of the visit, we toured both the public… Continue reading When Library History is Also Family History

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CAC Updates, Consulting, Innovative Services, Libraries

CAC Clients in the News! Braswell Memorial Library

Libraries are often described as community hubs—but what that looks like in practice continues to evolve in meaningful ways. A recent initiative led by Braswell Memorial Library, in partnership with Nash County Public Health, offers a thoughtful example of how libraries can expand access while maintaining a strong focus on dignity, privacy, and real community… Continue reading CAC Clients in the News! Braswell Memorial Library