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Professional Development Beyond CLE We also continue to produce timely and thoughtful short-form non-credit- bearing content, including new video series such as PLI Testimonials , featuring first-person accounts and advice from lawyers at key stages of their careers; and The Well-Rounded Lawyer , a series of bite-sized videos offering expert insights on positive psychology, mindfulness, and more. Early in the year, we also launched the popular podcast Fast-Tracked: Emergent Issues in the Legal Profession, where thought leaders cover trends shaping the practice of law. On Top of Trends Not surprisingly, artificial intelligence led our trending topics in 2024 with nearly 120,000 registrations for our AI programming. In addition to our most popular program of the year, Artificial Intelligence Law, we produced programs on data law and AI, AI and cybersecurity, generative AI and eDiscovery, among others; and addressed AI topics in broader programs such as FinTech and Intellectual Property Law. None of these achievements would be possible without PLI’s smart, hardworking, and innovative employees. They are not only inspired to improve the learning experience for our customers, they also enjoy giving back to our communities — and spending time together — as you will read about on pages 5-6. I am thankful to work alongside them, and for all that they contribute to PLI. As always, I am also grateful to our volunteer faculty and other contributors, with special thanks to our retiring Program Chairs (see pages 65-66) and Authors (page 67), many of whom have worked with us for decades.
Built for Learners For nearly 100 years, PLI has remained consistent in its dedication to putting learners first, recognizing that the ever- evolving legal landscape requires us to create and deliver content that is both practical and engaging for our Members. In 2024, we successfully carried on this commitment, as we continued to transform and enhance what we offer to the legal community and allied professionals. Meeting You Where You Learn After the well-received rollout of our Media Player early in the year, which gives learners control over how they view and interact with our programs online, we immediately turned to modernizing PLI.edu. As part of this project, our teams reorganized thousands of pieces of content, from programs to podcasts and publications to videos, for faster and more effective search functionality. With our award- winning Mobile App and the new Media Player, the new site is built for a user-friendly, personalized learning experience across our platforms. Reaching New Audiences In recent years, we have focused on expanding and tailoring our content for various types of professionals, and 2024 was no exception. We introduced our Corporate Counsel Corner, including a new Business and Leadership Academy curriculum tailored for in-house legal practitioners at all stages of their careers. We also launched a Law School Hub, with tracks for content relevant to law school faculty, students, and career services professionals. And we continue to develop resources for those who must meet compliance requirements for accounting, human resources, and other credit types.
SHARON L. CRANE PRESIDENT
I would also like to acknowledge our Board of Trustees for their support during another incredibly productive year. Finally, none of this would be possible without the active participation of our community of Privileged and Pro Bono Members. All of us at PLI are thankful for the opportunity to learn from you and to contribute to your learning — and we look forward to many more years of growing together.
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2024 Annual Report
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