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2015 AALL Business Skills Clinic Attendee Report

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2015 AALL Business Skills Clinic

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The AALL Business Skills Clinic was held on October 16-17, 2015 at the Hyatt Chicago Magnificent Mile located at 633 N. St. Clair Street Chicago, IL, 60611.

AALL Business Skills Clinic describes itself as:

“The AALL Business Skills Clinic will provide legal information professionals the opportunity to learn core business skills to make effective contributions within teams and the larger organization. Learn from experts in the field who will provide you with strategies to apply immediately.  Collaborate with colleagues in a small group setting while gaining essential skills, tools and techniques to equip you for the road ahead.”

The following topics were covered:

  • Managerial Finance
  • Human Resources
  • Marketing and Communications
  • Performance Measures
  • Negotiations
  • Strategic Planning

You can find more information including speakers here.