ONA19 Welcome Session RSVP: Building a Future for Local News: Meet the Innovators Reimagining Journalism for All Communities Hosted by Knight Foundation

At a time when local newspapers are closing their doors and laying off journalists, there are people and projects across the country creating a future for local journalism with new ways to serve their communities. On the eve of ONA19, please join a welcome reception and discussion with local news innovators on how they are providing inspiration and hope for the future of news.

Please note: This event is open to all ONA19 attendee pass types, as well as guests with News Leaders Association conference credentials.

This session is designed for:

• Newsroom leaders interested in learning about new models and methods for the future of news
• Journalists looking for multiple perspectives to report complex stories and engaging community on story sourcing.
• Anyone who values granular data, diverse voices and reporting depth

Speakers:

• Tasneem Raja, The Tyler Loop
• Darryl Holliday, City Bureau
• Jamie Grey, WVUE
• John Thornton, AJP

Moderator:

• Laura Frank, Colorado Media Project

This event is sponsored by Knight Foundation