CALL/ACBD Webinar - Show me the Money! Building a Strong Case for Better Pay

Show me the Money! Building a Strong Case for Better Pay 

Date: Thursday, February 19th, 2026

Time: 12:00PM to 1:00PM EST

About the Session:

Join us for a dynamic, insight‑packed session. 

Theresa Leitch, inaugural Managing Director of the Legal Information Resources Network in Ontario, will open with the story behind the LiRN Salary Matrix—why it was created, how role descriptions were developed, and the unexpected challenges and successes in gaining buy‑in. She’ll share practical, actionable takeaways for attendees. 

We’ll wrap up with top tips for making a compelling, evidence‑based compensation case. 

This is a must‑attend session for anyone interested in strengthening their understanding of salary structures, leveraging data, and elevating the value of library roles. 

About the Speaker

Theresa Leitch, (B.Sc., L.L.B.), is LIRN Inc.’s inaugural Managing Director.

Early in her career, Theresa practiced municipal law as both a litigator and a solicitor. After leaving the practice of law, she served in positions in law firm and organizational management, knowledge management, continuing professional development and project management of strategic initiatives.

Throughout her career she has developed a superior understanding of the legal information and knowledge needs of the profession. She has demonstrated a collaborative approach to leadership and expertise as a communicator and relationship-builder, bringing vision and creativity to her work.  In the Managing Director role, Theresa is responsible for the strategic leadership and management of LIRN, including administration of funding to county law libraries, creation and implementation of appropriate business and operational protocols to support LIRN, establishing collaborative relationships with stakeholders, and governance, legal and other compliance obligations.

When she’s not managing and directing, Theresa loves singing with her punk rock choir, and has performed at such storied Toronto venues as the Horseshoe Tavern and the Bovine.

*Non-member students will be granted a CALL/ACBD membership when attending this paid webinar