The Director of the Dothan-Houston County Library System has been selected as a coach for the 2025 Public Library Association's Leadership Academy.

Chris Warren is one of seven coaches for this year's academy, a national leadership development initiative for mid-career public librarians.

"This is a real honor for Chris and, by extension, our library," says DHCLS Board Chair Ashley Carroll. "We're fortunate that Chris has such extensive knowledge and experience, and it's great that he'll be able to share that with this next generation of library leaders."

Held in Chicago, Ill., the four-day PLA Leadership Academy curriculum focuses on understanding unique leadership styles, strengths, and values; navigating uncertainty, challenges, and change; and developing supportive, sustainable, and

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