Are there limitations to who receives speaker fees?
Yes. The Speakers Policy is: “For any member of the Maryland library community – no fee offered; travel expenses are negotiable. For any other speaker – fees and travel expenses are negotiable.” We can and do on occasion pay for meals in addition to travel for Maryland librarians. Generally you would consider how far the speaker/presenter is coming, what they have to offer, how much revenue the program will generate, etc. Alcoholic beverages are not included. The Annual Conference Committee sets additional restrictions for conference speakers. All fees must be cleared with the MLA Office prior to commitment. Do not commit to any payment of fees until you have cleared them with the MLA Office.
