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OhioNet Book Club: Flourish by Daniel Coyle (Session 2)

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The next book we will read and discuss is Flourish: The Art of Building Meaning, Joy, and Fulfillment by Daniel Coyle. The book explores how people and organizations can intentionally create environments that support connection, purpose, resilience, and wellbeing. Coyle blends research, storytelling, and practical insight to examine what helps individuals and groups truly flourish. 

As you read, consider: 

  • Which story or example in the book resonated with you the most and why? 
  • How might ideas from the book be applied to your library? 
  • What is one idea from the book you want to explore or put into practice?   

Register below to join the discussion.

Wednesday, July 15, Noon to 1 pm: Prologue through Chapter 5 (xi-p.97) Register for this session here.

Wednesday, July 29, Noon to 1 pm: Chapter 6 to Epilogue (pp. 101-178) 

We are looking forward to a thoughtful discussion and hearing what resonated most when we meet. 

Presenters

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Andrew Whitis Strategist

Andrew is a Strategist in OhioNet’s human-centered consulting practice in addition to Director of Financial Operations. He has over 18 years of experience working in and with libraries in Ohio, including 13 years as library director at two Ohio academic libraries. Prior to entering librarianship, Andrew worked in knowledge management and business development at Deloitte.  

Andrew holds a BS in Agriculture from Ohio State University, a Master of Library and Information Science from University of Pittsburgh, and a Master of Business Administration from Defiance College. Andrew completed Appreciative Inquiry Practitioner Certification through the David L. Cooperrider Center for Appreciative Inquiry at Champlain College. He is a Certified Practitioner of Human-Centered Design from the LUMA Institute and has certification in Purpose Driven Innovation form TrendWatching. Andrew received certification in Leading Psychosocial Safety and Care from the Leadership Lab in April 2024. For more information, visit Andrew’s LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/awhitis/.

Katy Mathuews Executive Director & CEO, OhioNet

Katy B. Mathuews, MLIS, PhD, is the Executive Director and CEO of OhioNet, bringing 20 years of experience in libraries and higher education. She previously served as senior director of administration at Ohio University Libraries, contributing to strategic planning and library leadership. An accomplished author and speaker, Katy is dedicated to supporting the Ohio library community and fostering connections with OhioNet members.

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