How to Hire a Professional Genealogist
Saturday, October 9, 2021 - 10:30 AM - Noon PM CDT
Panel discussion with Elizabeth Williams Gomoll, Robert Johnson, Lorna Moloney; moderated by Lois Abromitis Mackin
FREE for IGSI members; $20 for non-members
Hit a brick wall with your family history research? Not enough time to research before your family reunion or trip to Ireland? Have you ever thought of hiring a professional genealogist? Get tips and insights for finding, hiring, and working with professional genealogists from our panel of professionals based in the U.S. and Ireland.
Panelists:
Elizabeth Gomoll
- Liz began researching her Swedish and German ancestors more than forty years ago. She is immediate past present of the Association for Professional Genealogists Northland Chapter, co-editor of Minnesota Genealogist quarterly journal, and chairs two Minnesota Genealogical Society committees. Liz is a member of the National Genealogical Society, Association for Professional Genealogist, and several ethnic societies. She has published two genealogy-related books. Liz does research for clients across the U.S. and overseas as Red Bird Genealogy Services (www.RedBirdGen.com).
Robert Johnson
- Bob Johnson is an attorney and holds a Certified Genealogist® credential. As a professional genealogist he has specialized in Scandinavian, U.S., German, and forensic genealogical research for over forty years. He studied in Sweden and is active in many genealogical societies throughout the U.S. and Scandinavia.
Lorna Moloney
- Lorna, CEO of Merriman Research and Training Ltd, is a professional genealogist and family historian, and is the Resident Genealogist at Dromoland Castle in County Clare, Ireland. A member of the Association of Professional genealogist and a board member of the Virtual Board of the Association of Professional Genealogists, Lorna has many accolades to her name, including a certificate for the Advancement of Forensic Genealogist in Dallas, TX in March 2015. For the past fourteen seasons, Lorna presents her own radio broadcast called the Genealogy Radio Show every Thursday at 4pm on Raidio Corcabaiscin.
Moderator:
Lois Abromitis Mackin
- Lois is a professional genealogist focusing on American and English research and DNA. She is currently serving as a member of the IGSI Education Committee and as a state officer for several lineage societies. She is a past president of the Northland chapter of the Association of Professional Genealogists and a past director and officer of the Minnesota Genealogical Society.
All you need to attend is an internet-connected device with audio capabilities (computer, iPad, smartphone, etc.)
IGSI members can obtain the required Discount code by contacting Kathleen Foley at Education@IrishGenealogical.org prior to registration.
