Elizabeth Blackwood is the Digital Archivist for California State University Channel Island's John Spoor Broome Library. She is responsible for managing university digital collections, procuring faculty and student research, and instruction relating to digital asset and data management. Prior to moving into academia, she managed DAM systems, infrastructure, and strategy for museums and cultural institutions in the Washington, DC area. Elizabeth specializes in improving user experiences and is interested in building professional networks and mentorship pathways in the DAM profession.