February 10, 2023
Here's why you should join America’s Newspapers March 8-9 in Washington, D.C.
2nd annual Legislative Fly-In
“I was dubious about the legislative fly-in last year. It was my first time participating and I wasn’t sure the time and money spent would be worth it. I came away from the experience thankful for the opportunity to spend focused time with our Oregon delegation and, equally important, their staff about our industry challenges and proposed solutions. It was worth it!”

Heidi Wright, publisher/COO, The Bulletin | EO Media Group
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Make an investment in your career!
Apply to be part of the 2023 Executive Development Program
Amanda Montgomery, senior general manager with Adams Publishing Group Ohio, says: “It was a privilege being a part of the inaugural Executive Development Program through America's Newspapers. 

"I developed new strategies to implement within my publications, ways to grow or change current initiatives, along with new ways others have overcome the same issues we face in our industry. Most importantly, I built relationships with amazing mentors, industry leaders and newspaper advocates to lean on for years to come. I am grateful for Adams Publishing Group to have nominated me for this opportunity to enrich my career, represent our company and gain knowledge from those involved in this program."

She said this program "helped strengthen my confidence as I advanced into a new role last year.“

Now, you have that same opportunity to apply to be part of the 2023 Executive Development Program. This is a unique opportunity to invest in your career.

Register for the Mega-Conference before rates increase $100 per person — at the end of the day on Wednesday

People news
Kevin Hall named president of The Times-Picayune, The Advocate parent Georges Media Group
Kevin Hall, a veteran media executive who has served as chief revenue officer for the parent company of The Times-Picayune and The Advocate since 2019, has been appointed president of the company.

Tribune-Democrat editor Chip Minemyer named publisher in Johnstown, Cumberland
Chip Minemyer, editor and general manager of The Tribune-Democrat in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, and general manager of The Times-News of Cumberland, Maryland, has been named the publisher in both markets, parent company CNHI has announced.

Beverly Joyce returns to Anderson, Indiana, as publisher
Beverly Joyce has returned as publisher of The Herald Bulletin in Anderson, Indiana.

Joyce, who was publisher of The Herald Bulletin from 2015 through 2021, began her second stint with the newspaper Wednesday.

Chad Day named chief elections analyst with The Associated Press
In a memo to staff, Vice President and Head of News Strategy and Operations David Scott and Director of Public Opinion Research Emily Swanson announced that Chad Day will be AP’s new chief elections analyst.

Free member webinar: Thursday, Feb. 23
Thursday, Feb. 23
1 p.m. EST | Noon CST
11 a.m. MST | 10 a.m. PST
The state of digital publishing: metrics, insights and revenue strategies
What is the current state of digital publishing and what will it look like in 2023 and beyond?

In the Global Digital Publishing Market Report, Pugpig shares never-before-published metrics on reader engagement, along with insights into successful audience development and revenue strategies. Pugpig also shares how the world’s leading media brands are leveraging product, platform, technology and organizational strategies to deliver success in these rapidly changing times.

We want to hear your innovation success story!
Nominate your newspaper or newspaper corporate office for the Mega-Innovation Award — Deadline for entries is Feb. 24
America's Newspapers and the News/Media Alliance want to spotlight the best examples of innovation among newspapers at this year's Mega-Conference. All newspaper members of America's Newspapers and the News/Media Alliance are encouraged to submit their best examples of innovation for consideration in this year's competition for the Mega-Innovation Award.

There is no cost to enter. Help us identify the best examples of innovation in the newspaper industry.

Industry news
Paxton Media Group acquiring Camden Media Co.
Paxton Media Group is acquiring the Chronicle-Independent, the Lee County Observer, the Blythewood Country Chronicle, the Winnsboro/Fairfield County Country Chronicle, the Ft. Jackson Leader, The Shaw News, and assorted glossy magazines and websites from Camden Media Co., a long-time partnership owned by Charles H. Morris of Savannah, Georgia, and Mike Mischner of Camden, South Carolina.

Family and independent owners to hold summer meeting this July in Pittsburgh
The Family and Independent Owners Meeting is designed for the senior executives, owners and family members who are directly involved in their company’s operations.  The meeting provides these executives the opportunity to network and share successful strategies to move their business forward.  From issues related to basic operations, business structures or familial transitions, the Family and Independent Owners Meeting fosters a spirit of partnership and innovation.

The 2023 Summer Meeting will be held at the PNC Park in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania — home of the Pittsburgh Pirates! Sessions will begin Tuesday, July 18, at 2 p.m. EDT, followed by a reception and Pirates baseball game that evening. On Wednesday, July 19, sessions will run from 9 a.m to 12:30 p.m., followed by an optional Pirates game that afternoon.

Share your news with us for the next issue of our newsletter — executive and staff appointments, as well as news about innovations, new print or digital products, etc. We want to highlight the good things your newspaper is doing!

Items for upcoming newsletters should be sent to cdurham@newspapers.org.
America's Newspapers calendar
March 8-9 - Legislative Fly-In, Washington, D.C.

April 2-4 - News Industry Mega-Conference, Dallas, Texas

July 18-19 - Family & Independent Owners Summer Meeting, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

October 8-10 - Senior Leadership Conference, Chicago, Illinois
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