In an era of tightening library budgets and evolving research behaviors, professional and scholarly publishers are under growing pressure to expand beyond traditional subscription models. This webinar explores practical and forward-looking strategies for revenue diversification that align with publishers’ missions while responding to market realities. Attendees will gain insight into alternative income streams such as data and analytics services, author- and institution-facing products, licensing and partnerships, sponsored content, education and training offerings, and value-added digital tools that enhance research workflows. Designed for publishing executives, strategy leaders, and product managers, the session will focus on real-world examples and decision frameworks that help organizations assess fit, risk, and scalability. The discussion will address how to pilot new initiatives, balance commercial innovation with scholarly integrity, and build internal capabilities to support long-term growth. Participants will leave with actionable ideas and a clearer understanding of how diversified revenue models can strengthen resilience and sustainability in the rapidly changing scholarly communications landscape.

Financial sustainability is a goal shared by the entire research support community and it is an ongoing, often elusive one. The term funding often brings to mind grants and philanthropy, but the reality is that organizations and initiatives of all kinds may rely on multiple sources of funds to keep the lights on, including memberships, fees for service, sponsorships, and more. In the current environment, it can be hard to know which services may be at risk, what lessons can be learned from times of relative plenty, and what strategies the scholarly publishing community can employ, individually and collectively, to maximize chances of sustainability. This panel session will cover a variety of use case perspectives on the current funding landscape, where it might be headed next, and what part we all play in shaping it.

The pandemic forced our industry to take a new direction almost overnight with the immediate transition to working from home. What was initially an interesting experiment turned into the establishment of possibly permanent virtual corporate cultures around the world. This swift transition in work culture definitely has its benefits; however, it might have left some feeling somewhat confused as to the future development of their careers. Without an office, how is productivity measured, and how does one continue to advance in their professional role? And most importantly, how can we continue to support each other, our colleagues, our direct reports, and our supervisors as we strive to develop and grow as professionals? Speakers will address all of these questions and more as they explore early-, mid-, and advanced-career opportunities in a virtual and hybrid working environment.