Penelope is responsible for the strategic growth of AIP Publishing’s diverse portfolio of journals and books aimed at advancing the global physical science community. Prior to joining AIP Publishing in February 2021, Penelope held senior-level roles at the American Chemical Society Publications Division, including Editorial Director and Chief Scientist, Strategic Planning & Analysis. Penelope combines her experience in scholarly publishing with a deep appreciation of the scientific research landscape. She obtained her B.S. in Chemistry from Indiana University, a Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from The Pennsylvania State University, and performed postdoctoral research at Columbia University.
Talk Title: From Green to Gold, Growing Toward OA: How Different Societies are Transforming
Abstract: This talk will provide insight into the practical steps that societies are taking to support their mission and their bottom line as the scholarly community moves towards Open Access. The presentation will provide examples of how societies and publishers may take different tactics depending on their size, resources, and mission; the benefits and challenges; and the types of questions society leaders consider in these different approaches.