Can I really pitch the news media a story?

Yes! This event is about education AND access.

Bring your laptop. If you have a story to pitch, bring press releases to give to the media panelists.

FMC Summer Boot Camp is summer casual. Shorts and flip flops? Yes, you can!

Tuesday, July 22

Messaging in a Time of Division: FMC Summer Boot Camp + Live Media Pitch

Join us at FMC Summer Boot Camp to learn how to communicate effectively in a time of division through effective messaging strategies.

Date and time

Location

58 S Service Rd

58 South Service Road Melville, NY 11747

Refund Policy

No Refunds

Agenda

9:00 AM - 10:15 AM

Exclusive Presentation: Messaging in a Time of Division

Gary Lewi, Managing Director, Rubenstein

10:30 AM

Live Media Pitch

Pitch your story to the news media. No story to pitch? Take the opportunity to introduce yourself and begin building a relationship with journalists. Representatives from News12, Newsday, NewsdayTV, ...

About this event

Event lasts 3 hours
Free venue parking

Messaging in a Time of Division: FMC Summer Boot Camp

Date: July 15, 2022

Location: 58 S Service Rd

The Fair Media Council Summer Boot Camp on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, is a high-impact, in-person training designed to help you protect your message and increase your visibility, all in one morning.

Featured Presenter: Gary Lewi, Managing Director, Rubenstein

When it comes to navigating high-stakes public discourse, few bring the depth of experience and insight of Gary Lewi. A leading authority in strategic communications and crisis management, Gary has spent decades helping organizations protect their reputations and deliver messages that resonate—no matter the pressure. With a background that spans broadcast journalism and service as a press secretary at both federal and municipal levels, Gary understands the media from the inside out.

You’ll start the morning learning how to craft the right message—then put it into action.

Immediately following Gary’s session, you’ll have the opportunity to pitch your story live to the media. You’ll hear firsthand what journalists are looking for—and what they avoid. Every time we do this, someone walks away with a news story. That someone could be you.

🎙️ Live Panel: Meet and Pitch the Media

It’s a Fact: At every FMC pitch session, at least one organization secures media coverage.