Join MDDC for a virtual conference May 10-13 and celebrate with contest winners in-person at our Happy Hour in Baltimore May 13.
Conference Schedule
Tuesday, May 10, 10:00 – 11:00 am
Rebecca Frank – How news organizations can connect with Gen-Z (virtual)
Hear how news organizations can connect with Gen-Z to build strong, lasting relationships with the next generation of consumers. Presented by Rebecca Frank, Vice President of Research & Insights at News Media Alliance.
Rebecca is focused on understanding the needs and behaviors of news audiences, publishers, and advertisers. She has a background in market research, digital analytics, data analysis, social media and marketing strategy. Register to attend!
Tuesday May 10, 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Celebrate Revenue Generators, Targeted Publications, Design and Designer of the Year
Celebrate the winners and work in selected categories on MDDC’s YouTube channel. Sponsored by LOCALiQ.
Tues., May 10, 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
5 Tips BEFORE you Pitch (virtual)
What are the five tips even seasoned digital sales reps should know before pitching that prospect? Find out!
Kevin Berrier is the Marketing Director of MDDC Ad Services. Kevin has 22 years of marketing and advertising experience with expertise in digital marketing sales, strategy and execution. Register to attend!
Wednesday, May 11, 10 AM – 11AM
Making an Impact on Policy in our Region (virtual)
Though legislative advocacy and collaborative reporting projects, such as our recent Sunshine Week project, MDDC helps to shape public policy. Learn about the issues and bills MDDC weighs in on and the outlook for the coming year. Register to attend!
Wednesday, May 11, 11:30 AM – 12:30 AM
Celebrate Best Moves, Photography, Online, Video, Commentary, Website of General Excellence and Editorial Rookie of the Year
Celebrate the winners and work in selected categories on MDDC’s YouTube channel. Sponsored by LOCALiQ.
Thursday, May 12, 10 AM-11AM
Recruiting into News: a Panel Discussion
Moderated by Tom Linthicum, MDDC Press Foundation
Panelists: Adrianne Flynn, MDDC Mentoring program, Rhonda Pringle, Baltimore Business Journal
Recruiting journalists – and keeping them – can be a challenge. Join us to discuss insights from MDDC’s internship program, journalism schools and news organizations. Register to attend!
Thursday, May 12, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Celebrate Features, Sports, and the Jim Keat FOIA Award
Celebrate the winners and work in selected categories on MDDC’s YouTube channel. Sponsored by LOCALiQ.
Thurs, May 12, 3PM – 4PM
Adding a revenue generating event to your ‘Best of’ program
Heather Cregar, Konrad LaPrade, Marty Valania, INI
Independent Newsmedia, Inc. recently unlocked a new revenue stream by incorporating an interactive event into their “Best Of” program. Learn how to make it happen for your organization. Register to attend!
Fri, May 13, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Celebrate News and Beat Reporting, and News Organization of the Year
Celebrate the winners and work in selected categories on MDDC’s YouTube channel. Sponsored by LOCALiQ.
Fri, May 13, Starting at 4:30 PM
Member Happy Hour, Baltimore city
Join colleagues and friends to celebrate the amazing journalism of the region in a casual outdoor setting. Certificates will be available for pickup (or we will mail them!) Register.