Spotlight Sessions at Digipalooza 2025: Inspiration Meets Innovation

Whether you’re seeking fresh ideas, bold inspiration, or a renewed sense of purpose, these sessions taking place at Digipalooza 2025 are can’t-miss moments from the conference lineup. Learn all about what Digipalooza has to offer.  

Here is just a taste of what you can expect:  

AI in Action: Shaping the Future of Libraries 

Technology meets humanity in a pre-recorded video featuring Reid AI, a digital twin of LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman, in conversation with marketing visionary Seth Godin. Together, they explore how artificial intelligence can support libraries to serve communities.  

Then, in the same session, hear live presentations from AI experts, Chris Markman, Library Services Manager at Palo Alto City Library in California along with Justin Bumbico, Information Technology Officer at Columbus Metropolitan Library in Ohio. This portion of the presentation will cover how AI can support streamlining workflows to expanding access and offers a bold vision for the future where AI enhances, not replaces, human connection. 

Between the Lines: A Live Conversation with Jason Reynolds 

One of today’s most beloved literary voices, Jason Reynolds brings heart, honesty, and hope to every conversation and this Digipalooza keynote will be no different. In a powerful discussion moderated by Joe Skelley, the host of Book Lounge by Libby, Reynolds reflects on his creative journey, the influence of libraries in his life, and the role they play in shaping future generations.  

The Power of Voice: Storytelling in the Age of Listening 

From best-selling novels to award-winning audiobooks, Julia Whelan has helped define what it means to bring books to life through sound. In this intimate keynote, she shares her evolution from actor to narrator to founder of Audiobrary. With warmth and insight, Julia dives into the emotional impact of spoken stories and the critical role audio plays in connecting communities to content. 

But Digipalooza is so much more than these headliners. You will hear directly from library peers about how to maximize budgets, drive foot traffic to physical branches, leverage social media to engage communities, and so much more.  

Check out the full Digipalooza agenda here.  

Whether you’re looking to be moved, motivated, or mentally recharged, these featured sessions offer a glimpse into the future of libraries, where creativity, connection, and cutting-edge tech come together to empower communities. 

Be there. Be inspired. Be the future.