Crossroads wants your work! We will discuss the essentials you need to know when writing for Crossroads and review the writing and editing process. Learn how you can craft articles readers can’t resist. Feel free to bring your questions.
Eva Holmes, CG®, AG®, is the current editor of the Utah Genealogical Association’s quarterly, Crossroads. Eva has been published in several periodicals, including the National Genealogical Society Quarterly, Crossroads, and the Minnesota Genealogist. Eva is also the author of the Research in the States Guide to Maine published by the National Genealogical Society in 2024. Eva supports genealogical education as a volunteer mentor for programs such as ProGen and as a trustee of the BCG Education Fund. Her research interests include New England, Atlantic Canadian, and Italian American families.
Tuesday, December 3
Diversify Your Talents to Build a Better Genealogy Business (Webinars)
We will focus on many possible income streams in the genealogy field, business costs associated with these ventures (including options for promoting name recognition), and understanding which of these options might be best for our personality.
Katherine R. Willson is an engaging and dynamic genealogy educator/researcher of 25+ years. Former positions include instructor for Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy and Genealogical Research Institute of Pittsburgh, founder/past president of Virtual Genealogical Association, board member for the Association of Professional Genealogists, and past President for Michigan Genealogical Council.
Tuesday, February 4, 2025
Pricing Strategies for Professional Genealogists and Writers (Webinars)
6:00 pm
Presented by Rhonda Lauritzen on 4 Feb 2025.
This workshop is one part tough love, one part strategic pep talk, and one part practical data. I have been collecting data for years from official and unofficial sources on what the going rate is in our industry. In addition to what to charge, a bigger question can be HOW to profitably bid projects. The single biggest threat to your business is not charging enough, and I will help you overcome imposter syndrome to raise your rates and frame your proposals for success.
Rhonda Lauritzen is a professional biographer and a regular speaker at international conferences like RootsTech. She has an MBA from the University of Utah and served as CEO of her family business, working alongside her six brothers. Her writing journey began with her parents’ family business saga, and in 2016, she founded Evalogue.Life in 2016. Since then, Rhonda has been hired to help tell the stories of families, cities, and nonprofits. She believes that when you tell your story, it changes the ending. Check out her forthcoming co-authored book Creative Insecurity: Lean Into the Unknown and Unleash Your Inner Misfit.
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
A genealogy Dream Team: Combining Ancestry.com and Family Tree Maker (Webinars)
6:00 pm
Presented by Rebecca Shamblin on 4 Mar 2025.
Learn how to use Ancestyr.com and Family Tree Maker together to streamline your workflow and power up your research.
Rebecca Shamblin is a passionate genealogist who helps families bridge the gap between research and storytelling, and empowers researchers to unlock the full potential of their favorite genealogy tools. Her engaging seminars, presented across the country, help make genealogy and authorship accessible for everyone.
Eva Holmes, CG®, AG®, is the current editor of the Utah Genealogical Association’s quarterly, Crossroads. Eva has been published in several periodicals, including the National Genealogical Society Quarterly, Crossroads, and the Minnesota Genealogist. Eva is also the author of the Research in the States Guide to Maine published by the National Genealogical Society in 2024. Eva supports genealogical education as a volunteer mentor for programs such as ProGen and as a trustee of the BCG Education Fund. Her research interests include New England, Atlantic Canadian, and Italian American families.
Katherine R. Willson is an engaging and dynamic genealogy educator/researcher of 25+ years. Former positions include instructor for Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy and Genealogical Research Institute of Pittsburgh, founder/past president of Virtual Genealogical Association, board member for the Association of Professional Genealogists, and past President for Michigan Genealogical Council.
Rhonda Lauritzen is a professional biographer and a regular speaker at international conferences like RootsTech. She has an MBA from the University of Utah and served as CEO of her family business, working alongside her six brothers. Her writing journey began with her parents’ family business saga, and in 2016, she founded Evalogue.Life in 2016. Since then, Rhonda has been hired to help tell the stories of families, cities, and nonprofits. She believes that when you tell your story, it changes the ending. Check out her forthcoming co-authored book Creative Insecurity: Lean Into the Unknown and Unleash Your Inner Misfit.
Rebecca Shamblin is a passionate genealogist who helps families bridge the gap between research and storytelling, and empowers researchers to unlock the full potential of their favorite genealogy tools. Her engaging seminars, presented across the country, help make genealogy and authorship accessible for everyone.