Synopsis
Elisabeth Sestits recalls her early experiences with the VÖB from the 1970s, emphasizing its key role in fostering cooperation among Austrian libraries. She shares formative encounters, international impressions, and the importance of personal connections. Her involvement in the VÖB committee from 1992 helped bring grassroots concerns to the forefront. She highlights the value of commission work and cross-library collaboration as a foundation for developments like the library network system.

