2025 Mega-Conference: April 14-16 in Orlando

Hotel rooms for 2025 Mega-Conference are nearly sold out

Rooms in our block at the JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa are nearly sold out! If you have not reserved your hotel room for the Mega-Conference, please do that right away.

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Where local media leaders shape the future

The newspaper industry is evolving faster than ever, and Mega-Conference 2025 is where media leaders come together to stay ahead. This premier event brings together top executives, revenue strategists and content innovators to tackle the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of local news.

​With three focused content tracks — Building Trust, Building Revenue and Building Audience — this year’s conference is designed to provide practical strategies, expert insights and actionable takeaways that will drive success for your newsroom and business.

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To help you plan your travel, here is an overview of the Mega-Conference schedule

Monday, April 14

  • Executive Development Program (for the Class of 2024-25) — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Mega-Conference Opening Reception — 5:30-6:30 p.m.

After feedback from attendees, we changed the schedule for the 2025 conference. The opening reception will be on the evening of Monday, April 14.

Tuesday, April 15

  • Mega-Conference sessions — 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
  • Tuesday Reception — 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, April 16

  • Mega-Conference sessions — 9 a.m.-Noon
  • Group Lunch — Noon-1 p.m.
  • Regional Family Owners Roundtable — 1-5 p.m. (separate registration required)
  • Sales Management Academy —1-5 p.m. (separate registration required)
  • Family Owners Dinner (for Regional Family Owners Roundtable participants) — 6:30 p.m.

Sponsorships are nearly sold out

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 nearly sold out.  For more information about sponsorship opportunities, contact Patty Slusher at pslusher@newspapers.org.

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

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Hotel rooms

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 JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa brings modern luxury to Orlando. Located near International Drive within the gates of Walt Disney World®, the Bonnet Creek resort offers warm, inviting social spaces and amenities. Hotel features include the Spa by JW®, two sparkling resort pools, specialty restaurants, and a rooftop terrace boasting nightly views of the nearby Disney fireworks. From locally inspired dishes to our holistic approach to wellbeing, JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa will provide you with expertly crafted service. When you're ready to explore Orlando, take the shuttle to the Disney World® Resort theme parks and Disney Springs, just minutes from the hotel.