Emily R. Florio is the Director of Knowledge Research & Resources at DLA Piper LLP (US), and is responsible for the creation, implementation, and leadership of research and resource solutions within the firm. As a key component of the firm’s Knowledge team, she encourages a knowledge-sharing culture that helps the firm’s lawyers and business professionals practice smarter. Prior to joining DLA Piper, Florio was with Hogan Lovells, Finnegan and Fish & Richardson. In all her roles, she collaborated with firm practice groups and administrative leadership to infuse research resources and expertise within the firms’ initiatives, projects and vision. In addition, she actively mentors law librarians, developing their careers and potential interest in being future leaders. Florio is a past president and former board member of the American Association of Law Libraries (AALL). She is also a former president and treasurer of the Law Librarians’ Society of Washington, DC (LLSDC).