Speaker Profile: Daniel Schlyter

Daniel Schlyter works in the Family History Library’s VIP and Public Services Unit where he does special projects involving European records. He has been assisting library patrons in using the library collection since 1978; 18 years in International Reference, 10 years in Collection Management and 2 years in US and Canada Reference. His specialization is in Eastern European, German, and Jewish research. He is an Accredited Genealogist for Poland, Slovakia and the Czech Republic.

His own ancestry is Scandinavian and he has done considerable research in Sweden and Denmark. Mr. Schlyter served on the board of directors of the Polish Genealogical Society of America from 1984 to 1999 and on the board of the International Association of Jewish Genealogical Societies from 2000 to 2008. He has authored several genealogical books and numerous articles as well as Family History Library instructional material. His broad experience in genealogical research, acquisition and analysis makes him a real asset to the Library.

NGS Class: 29 April 2010 at 8am

Eastern Europe Workshop

Early-bird Registration ends March 8th!

The 2010 NGS Family History Conference has so much to offer! With a theme of "Follow Your Ancestral Trail" there will be something for everyone!

1-10 simultaneious talks during 5 time slots each day

2-An exhibition hall filled with genealogy-related products and services

3-Sponsored luncheons with great food and an engaging speaker

4-International Workshops for Eastern Europe, Italy, Denmark, Norway, Sweden and Hispanic Countries

5-Beginner and Intermediate Expert Assistance with consulting on German, British, Canadian and general topics

6-Kid's Camp

7-Many great additional places to research besides the extended hours provided at the Family History Library

8-The Mormon Tabernacle Choir will perform a mini-concert at special conference opening, Thursday evening, April 29th

Early-rate up till March 8th! Register here at http://ngsgenealogy.org/cs/attendee_registration

Check out all the events right on this section of the NGS website!