2009 Convention Recap:
The 85th Annual PNA Convention was held Nov. 11-13, 2009, at The Hotel Hershey in Hershey, Pa. More than 50 publishers, presidents and general managers from newspapers across Pennsylvania gathered to "Unwrap Solutions" to their current challenges. While meeting in Hershey, the group was inspired to learn from the life of Milton S. Hershey. The man - whose name is now synonymous with success - failed many times before his innovation and determination led him to revolutionize milk chocolate.

From the opening keynote presentation of Albert Boscov that inspired attendees to a standing ovation to the closing session that energized with countless ideas, attendees were treated to a slate of valuable sessions. Some speakers shared their presentations which are available by clicking below.

• What's Next With Your Online Content?
  Presenter: Rich Pearson, Vice President, Text Monitoring Services, Attributor Corporation
  
• Recipe for Success: Luncheon Presentation with Mark Contreras
  Presenter: Mark Contreras, Senior Vice President/Newspapers, The E.W. Scripps Company
  
• Protecting Your Business's Financial Interests
  Presenter: James Bly, Jr., Chairman and President, Source Companies, LLC
  
• Ideas that Work in Print and Online
  Presenter: Jason Taylor, President and General Manager, Chattanooga Times Free Press
  
• Take a Bite of This: Advertising Networks
  Presenter: Gail Arena, Executive Director, Greater Pittsburgh Newspaper Network
  

2008 Convention Recap:
In 2008, the 84th Annual Convention was held at the Omni William Penn, Pittsburgh. For three days, attendees "changed lanes." With a terrific slate of sessions and speakers, leaders of the newspaper industry learned how to evolve into leaner, meaner media companies. Direction was given on how to navigate unexplored roads and reach new destinations. Several of the speakers shared their presentations following the convention. Click below to review.

• Not Your Grandfather's Model T: New Pricing Models with Len Kubas

• Rotating Your Tires: New Compensation and Commission Plans with Bob Oliver

• In the Passing Lane: Leading Through Transitions with Dr. Kathleen Clancy Jefferson

• Newspaper Outlook 2009: Converting Cultural Bandwidth to Innovation with Earl Wilkinson. Please contact Earl through the INMA web INMA web to request a copy of his presentation.

• Road Maps to Success: Closing Keynote with Chester Elton Visit http://www.carrots.com/ for more info on Chester Elton's presentation on rewarding and appreciating employees.