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2026 John Cotton Dana Awards Celebrate 80 Years of Recognizing Excellence in Library Marketing and Communications

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~ Award-winning campaigns reflect innovation, impact and the continued evolution of library marketing ~

IPSWICH, Mass., June 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The 2026 John Cotton Dana (JCD) Award recipients have been selected, celebrating library marketing and communications through strategic and creative campaigns. Administered by the American Library Association’s (ALA) Core Division in partnership with EBSCO Information Services, the awards provide up to eight $10,000 grants funded by the H.W. Wilson Foundation. These grants recognize outstanding public relations efforts that elevate the visibility and impact of library services.

The 2026 JCD Award winners are:

Door County Bookmobile, Egg Harbor, WI
Here Comes the Bookmobile! Again!
A beloved 1950s bookmobile found new life as the centerpiece of a literacy and outreach initiative serving communities across rural Door County, Wisconsin. Through volunteer leadership and community partnerships, the program distributed more than 6,500 free books and expanded access to library services throughout the region.

Geneva Public Library, Geneva, IL
Fund the Library: Library Access for All
Through storytelling, community partnerships, and a successful donor campaign, “Fund the Journey: Library Access for All” raised $250,000 for a dedicated outreach vehicle. The initiative increased awareness of outreach services and strengthened support for expanding library access to seniors, students, and individuals with disabilities.

Gwinnett County Public Library, Lawrenceville, GA
Social Media Star Keith
What began as a creative social media experiment became a viral success when IT Manager Keith Davis emerged as the star of the library’s TikTok campaign. Created entirely in-house, “Social Media Star Keith” increased followers by more than 446%, earned local media attention, and showcased the impact of authentic, staff-driven storytelling.

Hawai’i State Public Library System, Honolulu, HI
New Look Invites Residents to Reconnect with Hawai’i’s Public Libraries
A statewide rebranding campaign helped residents reconnect with 51 public libraries across six islands through a new identity rooted in local culture, community values, and the spirit of aloha. Guided by extensive public and staff input, the effort increased program participation, digital engagement, and new library users while reinforcing libraries as welcoming spaces for learning and connection.

Kitsap Public Library, Bremerton, WA
Again & Again, Kitsap Shows Up
An 80th anniversary celebration became a yearlong community engagement campaign featuring collectible library cards, interactive experiences, and countywide activities. “Again & Again, Kitsap Shows Up” attracted new donors, increased public participation, and helped build momentum for a library levy that passed with 62% voter support.

Naperville Public Library, Naperville, IL
The Inside Scoop on Library Card Sign-Up Month
Using an ice cream-themed celebration of Library Card Sign-up Month, Naperville Public Library created a fun and engaging campaign for children and families. The effort increased juvenile library card registrations by 67% and welcomed 319 new young cardholders while promoting the lifelong value of library use.

San Francisco Public Library, San Francisco, CA
An Exhibition for the People: Skateboarding San Francisco: Concrete, Community, Continuity
By embracing the city’s influential skateboarding culture, Skateboarding San Francisco: Concrete, Community, Continuity attracted new audiences to the library through bold design, community partnerships, and targeted marketing. The exhibition welcomed more than 10,000 visitors, generated extensive media coverage, and expanded public perceptions of the library as a vibrant cultural destination.

University of California Santa Barbara Library, Santa Barbara, CA
UCSB Reads 2025
Centered on Ross Gay’s The Book of Delights, the first poetry collection selected in the program’s history, UCSB Reads 2025 brought campus and community members together through a shared reading experience. Creative programming, partnerships, and public events expanded participation and fostered a stronger sense of connection through literature.

The 2026 JCD winners will be recognized at the 2026 American Library Association Annual Conference & Exhibition as part of the 80th anniversary celebration of the John Cotton Dana Award.

2026 Selection Committee
This year’s judging panel included: Martha Anderson, Director of Organizational Development and Head of Digital Services Department, University of Arkansas; Sara Neal, Marketing and Communications Manager, Salt Lake County Library; Kelly Sitzman, Director of Communications and Employee Development, Pioneer Library System; and Judging Chair Terri Carroll, Director of Communications, Design, and Analytics, Toledo Lucas County Public Library.

About the John Cotton Dana Award
The John Cotton Dana Award was inaugurated by The H.W. Wilson Company at the 1946 annual conference of the American Library Association. It was named after John Cotton Dana (1856-1929), a librarian called the father of the modern library. The Awards are funded by the H.W. Wilson Foundation.

About the H.W. Wilson Foundation
The Foundation was established by Halsey W. Wilson in 1952 to support the needs of company employees and retirees. Since 1957, The H.W. Wilson Foundation has focused on providing financial assistance to causes having the greatest impact on improving the spirit, mind and body of the greatest number of people through aid, support and cooperation with charitable, benevolent, educational and religious institutions. Major donors to the Foundation included Mr. and Mrs. H.W. Wilson, and the H.W. Wilson Company.

About Core: Leadership, Infrastructure Futures
Core: Leadership, Infrastructure, Futures is the national association that advances the profession of librarians and information providers in central roles of leadership and management, collections and technical services, preservation and technology. Our mission is to cultivate and amplify the collective expertise of library workers in core functions through community building, advocacy, and learning. Core is a division of the American Library Association. Follow us on our BlogInstagram, LinkedIn and Facebook.

About EBSCO Information Services
EBSCO Information Services (EBSCO) is a leading provider of online research content and search technologies via the world-renowned EBSCOhost® research service, serving universities & colleges; K12 schools & public libraries; healthcare and medical institutions; corporations; and government agencies. Providing research, discovery, acquisition management & subscription services, and clinical decision support, EBSCO provides institutions with access to content and technology to serve the information and workflow needs of their users and organizations. For more information, visit the EBSCO website. Visit our blog at EBSCOpost or follow us on X, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.

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Mobigital Expands Global Commerce Ecosystem with AI Virtual Livestream Technology and Comprehensive B2B Solutions

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Mobigital, a global B2B commerce and supply chain platform with more than 15 years of industry experience, today announced the expansion of its digital commerce ecosystem through the launch of its latest AI Virtual Livestream solution. By combining extensive supply chain resources, global business networks, and advanced artificial intelligence technologies, Mobigital aims to help businesses overcome modern marketing challenges and accelerate growth across international markets.

SANTA MONICA, Calif., June 27, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Founded more than 15 years ago, Mobigital has established a strong presence within the global supply chain and B2B commerce sectors. Over the years, the company has built extensive partnerships with manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, logistics providers, and enterprise buyers across multiple industries. This experience has enabled Mobigital to develop a comprehensive business ecosystem that supports companies seeking efficient sourcing, reliable fulfillment, and scalable growth opportunities.

The future of commerce will be driven by AI, automation, and global connectivity. Mobigital is committed to providing businesses with the tools they need to grow faster and compete globally.” — Clayton Walton, CEO of Mobigital

Building on More Than 15 Years of Supply Chain Expertise

For over a decade and a half, Mobigital has focused on helping businesses streamline procurement, improve operational efficiency, and gain access to global supply chain resources. Through years of collaboration with suppliers and commercial partners worldwide, the company has accumulated extensive experience in product sourcing, procurement coordination, logistics management, and international trade operations.

This foundation has allowed Mobigital to create a robust infrastructure capable of supporting businesses of all sizes, from emerging merchants to established enterprises. By leveraging its long-standing industry relationships and operational expertise, the company continues to provide customers with reliable solutions that simplify business operations and support sustainable growth.

Introducing AI Virtual Livestream Technology

As the e-commerce industry continues to evolve, merchants face increasing competition and rising marketing costs. Traditional promotional methods often require significant investments in talent, production teams, equipment, and advertising resources.

To address these challenges, Mobigital has introduced its AI Virtual Livestream technology, designed to help businesses improve marketing efficiency while reducing operational complexity.

The solution utilizes advanced artificial intelligence to create virtual presenters capable of conducting product demonstrations, promotional campaigns, and customer engagement activities around the clock. Unlike conventional livestream operations that require continuous human involvement, AI-powered livestreams can operate continuously, helping merchants maintain visibility and customer interaction across multiple markets and time zones.

The technology offers several key advantages:

Continuous 24-hour product promotionReduced marketing and operational costsEnhanced customer engagementImproved promotional efficiencyScalable business growth opportunitiesSupport for international and multilingual audiences

By integrating artificial intelligence into digital commerce operations, Mobigital enables businesses to reach customers more effectively while optimizing marketing resources.

Comprehensive One-Stop Business Solutions

Mobigital is committed to providing a complete one-stop business ecosystem designed to simplify the complexities of modern commerce.

The platform integrates multiple services into a unified solution, allowing businesses to manage key operational processes through a single ecosystem. Rather than coordinating separate providers for sourcing, fulfillment, logistics, marketing, and technology services, merchants can access a comprehensive range of business solutions through Mobigital.

Key services include:

Global product sourcingSupply chain managementProcurement coordinationCross-border commerce supportAI-powered marketing solutionsVirtual livestream technologyOrder fulfillment servicesBusiness development supportInternational trade facilitation

This integrated approach allows businesses to focus on growth and customer acquisition while reducing operational burdens and improving efficiency.

Serving the Global B2B Market

Mobigital primarily serves the B2B marketplace, helping businesses connect with reliable suppliers, commercial partners, and buyers across international markets.

Its customer network includes:

ManufacturersSuppliersWholesalersDistributorsEnterprise buyersTrading companiesRetail organizationsCross-border merchants

Through its extensive commercial network, Mobigital supports businesses seeking to establish strategic partnerships, improve sourcing capabilities, and expand into new markets.

The company’s B2B-focused strategy reflects its commitment to creating long-term value for organizations operating in an increasingly interconnected global economy.

Supporting Businesses Across International Markets

Global commerce continues to create new opportunities for businesses seeking expansion beyond domestic markets. However, entering international markets often requires navigating complex supply chains, logistics processes, and operational requirements.

Mobigital’s global infrastructure is designed to help businesses overcome these challenges. By combining supply chain resources, logistics capabilities, and digital commerce technologies, the company enables merchants to participate more effectively in international trade and cross-border commerce.

Its worldwide network supports businesses operating across multiple regions, helping them access new customers, establish commercial relationships, and expand their market presence.

Flexible Dropshipping Business Model

To further support merchants and entrepreneurs, Mobigital offers a flexible dropshipping business model.

Under this model, merchants can sell products without maintaining large inventories or investing heavily in warehousing infrastructure. Products are fulfilled through Mobigital’s integrated supply chain network, allowing businesses to focus on sales, marketing, and customer development.

Advantages of the dropshipping model include:

Lower startup costsReduced inventory riskSimplified operationsFaster market entryFlexible product expansionScalable growth potential

This approach enables businesses to enter new markets more efficiently while minimizing operational barriers.

Annual Business Volume Exceeds USD 5 Billion

Mobigital’s long-standing commitment to supply chain excellence, business innovation, and customer success has contributed to strong commercial performance.

Today, the company maintains stable annual business volumes exceeding USD 5 billion, reflecting the strength of its global partnerships, operational infrastructure, and expanding customer network.

This achievement demonstrates the growing demand for integrated commerce solutions that combine technology, supply chain resources, and international business support within a single platform.

Leadership Perspective

According to Clayton Walton, Chief Executive Officer of Mobigital, the future of commerce will increasingly be driven by the integration of artificial intelligence and global business infrastructure.

“Over the past 15 years, Mobigital has built a strong foundation in supply chain management, global sourcing, and business services. As technology continues to reshape commerce, we believe businesses need smarter, more efficient solutions that support sustainable growth.

The launch of our AI Virtual Livestream technology reflects our commitment to innovation and our dedication to helping merchants succeed in an increasingly competitive environment. By combining advanced AI capabilities with our extensive supply chain resources and global business network, we are creating new opportunities for businesses worldwide.

Our goal is to provide a complete ecosystem that empowers merchants, simplifies operations, and enables long-term success across international markets.”

Looking Ahead

As Mobigital continues to expand its platform capabilities, the company plans to further invest in artificial intelligence, digital commerce technologies, supply chain innovation, and global business development.

By combining more than 15 years of industry expertise with next-generation technology solutions, Mobigital aims to help businesses operate more efficiently, expand globally, and unlock new growth opportunities in the evolving digital economy.

About Mobigital

Mobigital is a global B2B commerce and supply chain platform with more than 15 years of industry experience. The company provides one-stop business solutions including supply chain management, global sourcing, AI virtual livestream technology, cross-border commerce services, dropshipping support, and international business infrastructure. Serving customers across worldwide markets, Mobigital maintains annual business volumes exceeding USD 5 billion and continues to drive innovation in the future of global commerce.

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Taiwan Pedaling Towards EUROBIKE 2026 with CHC Innovations and Sustainability Achievements

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FRANKFURT, Germany, June 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — At EUROBIKE 2026, the Cycling & Health Tech Industry R&D Center (CHC), supported by the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA), showcases Taiwan’s innovations and sustainability achievements, demonstrating the commitment to smart and low-carbon mobility.

A key exhibit this year is CHC’s AI Bike with Vision Sensing and Dynamic Damping Technology, developed under the guidance of the Department of Industrial Technology (DOIT, MOEA). The system uses AI vision sensing to detect road conditions, provide real-time safety alerts, and automatically adjust power assistance for a safer and smarter riding experience.

Built on the Cycling Common Protocol Alliance (CCPA) communication protocol, enabling connectivity between the motor, controller, battery, and electronic suspension fork. Through real-time communication among these components, the system supports adaptive assistance control, automatic gear shifting, and coordinated vehicle responses that enhance riding performance. The e-bike also features an advanced electronic suspension system with automatic switching between leisure and sport modes, dynamically adjusting damping settings to improve comfort, stability, and handling across different riding scenarios.

Alongside smart mobility innovations, CHC showcases the progress of Taiwan’s Bicycle Industry Net-Zero Carbon Emissions Promotion Program, an initiative commissioned by the Industrial Development Administration (IDA, MOEA). The program supports the bicycle industry’s transition toward net-zero emissions through greenhouse gas inventory implementation, carbon footprint assessment, manufacturing process optimization, material reduction strategies, and workforce development.

To drive the bicycle industry’s transition toward sustainability, CHC and the Bicycling Alliance for Sustainability (BAS) have developed net-zero roadmaps and actionable decarbonization guidance tailored for bicycle manufacturers. The BAS currently brings together 76 member companies and is committed to advancing sustainability across the bicycle supply chain, achieving an 89% implementation rate for greenhouse gas (GHG) inventories. Through initiatives such as the ESG Global Initiative Forums, carbon reduction case-sharing activities, industry white paper publication, and Product Category Rules (PCR), the initiative continues to strengthen Taiwan’s position in the global green economy.

CHC is also introducing its Electric-Assist Bicycle Battery Passport Platform, developed to support compliance with the EU Battery Regulation and the upcoming Digital Battery Passport requirements. The platform enables standardized battery lifecycle data management and helps manufacturers prepare for future international market requirements.

By combining advanced cycling technologies with sustainability-driven industry initiatives, CHC demonstrates Taiwan’s capability to lead the next generation of smart, low-carbon mobility and to serve as a trusted partner in the global bicycle industry.

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Funded 100% Within One Hour: The Innovation Behind DESLOC V150 Plus

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A category-defining upgrade for the front door — much like how Tesla redefined automotive energy, the V150 Plus introduces a new era of low-maintenance, eco-conscious home access with solar power, 3D face recognition, and AI-powered curved fingerprint sensor technology

SAN FRANCISCO, June 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — DESLOC, a global smart lock brand backed by DESMAN’s 17 years of engineering experience and trusted by nearly 10 million families worldwide, today announced that the DESLOC V150 Plus, the world’s first low-light self-charging solar smart lock, is now live on Kickstarter.

Within the first one hour of launch, the campaign attracted strong early momentum and reached 100% funding from early adopters eager to support the next generation of low-maintenance smart home security, and within 48 hours, this campaign has already attracted interest from more than 300 people and raised over $200,000, exceeding its crowdfunding goal by 2,339%.

The V150 Plus brings a Tesla-like upgrade to the front door, delivering a generational leap for the smart lock category by rethinking one of its most fundamental challenges: power. While smart locks have transformed the way people access their homes, most still depend on batteries that need to be replaced, recharged, or constantly monitored.

Powered by an integrated perovskite solar panel, the V150 Plus converts light into energy to help recharge its removable 10,000 mAh battery, even in low-light and shaded entryway conditions. Combined with DESLOC’s intelligent energy management system, the lock is designed to reduce battery maintenance while supporting a lower-waste, more environmentally friendly smart home experience.

“The next major smart home upgrade may not be another app feature — it may be a new power source,” said Mark Dong, CEO at DESLOC Smart Lock. “With V150 Plus, we are bringing a Tesla-like moment to the front door: a shift toward smarter, lower-maintenance, and more sustainable home access powered by light.”

From Battery Anxiety to Solar Self-Charging

For many homeowners, the biggest concern with smart locks is not how to unlock the door — it is whether the lock has enough power when they need it most. The V150 Plus shifts the conversation from “How do I unlock my door?” to “Why does my lock still need charging?”

By integrating solar replenishment directly into the lock, DESLOC aims to give homeowners a more dependable and lower-maintenance way to secure their homes. The self-charging design can also help reduce the need for frequent battery replacement and manual charging, supporting a more environmentally friendly smart home experience and helping lower battery waste over time.

For homeowners, locksmiths, installers, and smart home professionals, the V150 Plus offers a more future-ready solution that combines renewable power, biometric access, and app-based control in a single connected lock.

The V150 Plus has already received recognition across leading technology, smart home, CES, and design award programs, including CES-related honors and the MUSE Design Award Gold Award, underscoring its position as one of the most innovative smart lock launches of the year.

Beyond Keys: Faster, Smarter Home Access

Beyond its solar-powered design, the V150 Plus combines multiple advanced access technologies in one connected lock.

The V150 Plus features 3D face recognition with liveness detection, enabling hands-free access while helping prevent spoofing attempts. It also includes DESLOC’s curved-touch fingerprint sensor with AI fingerprint recognition algorithm, which recognizes in as fast as 0.15 seconds and adapts over time for improved recognition, even with weak or damaged fingerprints.

With built-in Wi-Fi, homeowners can monitor battery status, check lock activity, manage access, and control the lock remotely through the DESLOC App, without requiring an additional hub. The V150 Plus also supports voice assistant integration with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.

Bringing Self-Charging Smart Access to Early Adopters

The DESLOC V150 Plus Kickstarter campaign launched on June 25, 2026. During the first week, backers can secure V150 Plus for $199 (MSRP $399.99) and receive a free DESLOC C110 smart lock, limited to the first 500 backers who complete their payment.

More than another smart lock with additional access options, the V150 Plus represents a new energy logic for the front door — one where home access becomes smarter, easier to maintain, more environmentally responsible, and powered by self-charging solar technology.

Back the DESLOC V150 Plus on Kickstarter and unlock limited-time campaign offers:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/desloc/worlds-first-self-charging-solar-smart-lock?ref=dvx2mi

About DESLOC

DESLOC is a global smart lock brand focused on making trusted home security simpler, smarter, and more accessible. Backed by parent company DESMAN, one of Asia’s leading smart lock manufacturers with 17 years of industry experience and nearly 10 million family users worldwide, DESLOC combines proven biometric technologies, advanced security algorithms, and rigorous product testing to deliver reliable smart access solutions for modern homes.

With more than 300 industry patents, DESLOC develops smart locks designed for everyday families, homeowners, and smart home users who want strong security, keyless convenience, and long-lasting performance in an easy-to-use package.

For more information, visit desloc.com.

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