MEDIAXCHANGE PRESS RELEASES
News Media Alliance Announces 2017 Accelerator Pitch Winners
02.16.17
The News Media Alliance today announced the winning media startups that will participate in the 4th annual Accelerator Pitch Program at mediaXchange 2017. The program showcases new businesses that provide solutions for print and digital news media. The winners will pitch their innovative solutions to approximately 1,000 news media industry attendees at the conference.
News Media Alliance Launches ‘Futures of News’ Video Contest
01.10.17
The News Media Alliance today launched the 2017 Futures of News Video Contest. The competition—to be held in conjunction with its annual mediaXchange conference—seeks video entries from college students enrolled in journalism programs. The videos will focus on why the future of media is bright, and what inspired these students to pursue journalism.
News Media Alliance Announces Top 30 Under 30 Awards Program
01.03.17
The News Media Alliance today announced the launch of its annual Top 30 Under 30 Awards program to honor young industry leaders as a part of its mediaXchange 2017 conference. The program provides an opportunity to showcase the energy, innovation and vitality of the news media industry – and its rising stars – at the largest annual gathering of industry executives in North America.
News Media Alliance Announces Fourth Annual Accelerator Pitch Program
11.15.2016
The News Media Alliance is now accepting submissions for its fourth annual Accelerator Pitch program at mediaXchange 2017, which will take place April 30-May 3, 2017, at the Marriott New Orleans.
MEDIAXCHANGE BLOG
5 Answers with Mitch Joel, Mirum
02.08.17
When Google wanted to explain digital marketing to the top brands in the world, they sought out Mitch Joel, one of the world’s leading experts on new media and emerging technologies. Joel is president of Mirum, global digital marketing agency operating in close to 20 countries. He shares insights on the future of technology and business, including how to use big data to create brand loyalists, how to drive growth in a mobile world, the five technology trends changing the face of business, and how organizations can connect to an always-connected consumer.
5 Answers with Jonathan Perelman
1.12.17
How do you stand out, rise above the noise, and get your organization’s voice heard online? Having successfully guided the growth of digital businesses his entire career, Jonathan Perelman – former executive at BuzzFeed and Google – knows how to do it right. Read what he has in store for mediaXchange and how you can master the platforms to scale your content.
5 Answers with Paul Taylor
1.04.17
Paul Taylor is the author of The Next America: Boomers, Millennials and the Looming Generational Showdown. He is also a speaker at mediaXchange 2017. Learn what he has in store for us!
9 Things to Do in New Orleans
12.5.16
Need a reason to attend mediaXchange 2017? From being in New Orleans during Jazz Fest, to the new interactive format, Innovation Hub and discounts for groups of 3 or more attendees from the same newspaper/company, mediaXchange promises to be an exciting event for all those involved in news media.
Top 10 Reasons to Attend mediaXchange 2017
11.22.2016
Need a reason to attend mediaXchange 2017? We have 10 in our infographic! Download and share the infographic with colleagues and on social media. And plan to join us at mediaXchange April 30-May 3, 2017 in New Orleans!
FULL PROGRAM
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
The event floor will encourage members to float from one experience to the next, engaging in longer, more focused discussions that lead to productive outcomes and actionable ideas.
The convention room will consist of several areas with distinct purposes:
Main Stage – Keynote speakers will address broad cultural and environmental themes affecting the news media industry, as well as translate research data on audience and news consumption patterns to increase readership and engagement.
Innovation Stage – Presentations that showcase how the industry is innovating, including the fourth annual Accelerator Pitch program featuring media startups offering innovative solutions for news media.
Table Talks – On the show floor, table talks will offer deeper dives on content directly sourced from members through ideaxchange, social media and the website. Attendees choose which talks they want to go to. Each table conversation lasts 30-45 minutes and is led by a designated facilitator. Attendees can float between table talks.