January 24, 2025

Mark your calendar for all of these 2025 America's Newspapers conference dates

From major conferences to executive development to sales training ... our 2025 calendar is filled with important opportunities

To make sure you don't miss out on any of our 2025 offerings, bookmark this link and plan to join us for a wide variety of 2025 events.

Our calendar includes the April Mega-Conference, a series of regional Family Owners Meetings (plus our full Family & Independent Owners Meeting in November), the annual Senior Leadership Conference, our Executive Development Program and our brand-new Sales Management Academy.

Check out the many opportunities that you have this year to network with your fellow members of America's Newspapers and make plans to join us! This calendar also can be accessed from the EVENTS link in our website navigational bar.

VIEW THE 2025 CALENDAR

From the Resource Center ...

Boost Valentine’s Day sales: Why local florists should advertise in your newspaper

Valentine’s Day is a golden opportunity for florists, with a significant portion of consumers planning to purchase flowers for their loved ones. Local newspapers provide the perfect platform to capture these potential customers — offering unmatched reach and trust in the community.

According to the America’s Newspapers 2024 Local Ad Effectiveness Study, a remarkable 75% of consumers who shop at florist shops each year are reached by local newspapers, both in print and online. This demonstrates the powerful influence of newspaper advertising in driving foot traffic and sales during peak holiday seasons like Valentine’s Day.

Media executives: Register now for the Mega-Conference at early-bird rates

The news industry’s premier event is back and better than ever. The 2025 Mega-Conference is the ultimate gathering for newspaper, media executives and Solutions Partners looking to tackle today’s challenges, discover emerging opportunities and shape the future of the industry.

Early-bird registration for newspaper members is open! Lock in your savings now!

Sponsorships are going quickly!!

Sponsoring the 2025 Mega-Conference is your chance to connect with the leaders driving the news industry forward. As a sponsor, your brand will take center stage, gaining exposure to decision-makers who are actively seeking solutions to grow revenue, attract audiences and improve operations. From the Mega Town Square to networking events, sponsorship provides high-impact visibility and meaningful engagement opportunities. Showcase your expertise, build valuable relationships and position your company as a trusted partner in shaping the future of the industry.

Sponsorship packages are available for a variety of budgets, but they are going quickly! For more information about sponsorship opportunities, contact Patty Slusher right away at pslusher@newspapers.org.

Reminder! Mega-Conference starts on MONDAY this year.

After feedback from attendees, we've changed the schedule for the 2025 conference. The opening reception will be on the evening of Monday, April 14. Sessions will be on Tuesday, the 15th, and Wednesday, the 16th.

Newspaper Executives: Register here

Solutions Partners: Register here

Special Bonus! Regional Family Owners Roundtable on Wednesday afternoon. Included with your Mega-Conference registration (must qualify to attend)!

12:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. followed by Family Owners Dinner

The Regional Family Owners Roundtable is a unique opportunity to gather and collaborate with other newspaper families that have similar business organizations, challenges and opportunities. This Roundtable is open to qualifying senior newspaper executives only.

Family Owners is included in your registration rate for the Mega-Conference, or $150 for Wednesday only!

Learn more about the Family Owners Meeting and register

Invitation to present

Share your expertise at the 2025 Mega-Conference

America's Newspapers invites industry leaders and Solutions Partners to contribute presentation ideas and speaker proposals for the 2025 Mega-Conference, scheduled for April 14-16 in Orlando, Florida. The deadline for submissions is Feb. 3.

Industry people

David Scott to lead new AP elections unit

AP Executive Editor Julie Pace and Chief Revenue Officer Kristin Heitmann announced that David Scott will take on a new role as vice president of U.S. election services, a new business unit for AP.

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Center for Integrity in News Reporting extends deadline for award entries

The Center for Integrity in News Reporting has extended the deadline to Feb. 15 for entries in this year's $125,000 in Awards. Five $25,000 awards for the most fair, impartial, objective news reporting that has the courage to not fear and the discipline to not favor will be awarded:

$25,000 for Print Reporting

$25,000 for Broadcast Reporting

$25,000 for Television Reporting

$25,000 for Digital Reporting

$25,000 for White House Correspondents' Association Members

America's Newspapers calendar

2025

April 14-16, 2025 - Mega-Conference, Orlando

April 16, 2025 - Family Owners Regional Roundtable, Orlando

April 16, 2025 - Kickoff of Sales Management Academy, Orlando

Nov. 3-5, 2025 - Senior Leadership Conference, Colorado Springs

View complete calendar of events

Find industry experts in the new America's Newspapers Solutions Directory

The America's Newspapers Solutions Directory is your direct link to companies that specialize in revenue growth, digital evolution and process improvements. This curated resource connects newspaper executives with industry experts offering the solutions needed to drive success.

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