Conference Events

Conference 2012 Plans Underway

Plans are underway for Power of Partners Version 3.0, Eastern Region Community Media Conference to be held May 2nd, 3rd and 4th, 2012 at the Hyatt Regency, New Brunswick, NJ.

The Conference Committee has worked hard to keep the attendee costs the same as last year and added a few more package options to accommodate your scheduling needs.

You Will Be Amazed

You will be amazed at how much value our conference provides, with so much to do while having all your meals included.

After evaluating last year’s conference survey, we have been sure to keep all the details that you said made our conference a great experience. the conference is located in the center of town with restaurants, clubs, and other amenities to explore within a short walk. We are only a few blocks from the New Brunswick train station that services the Amtrak eastern corridor and NJ Transit. Trains are also available to and from Newark Freedom Airport and New York City.

Wednesday, May 2nd

There will be some special workshops, details to follow, and the the Meet and Great in the evening.

Thursday, May 3rd

The number of exhibitors have continued to grow, making this the largest trade show devoted to community media education and production. Along with the many exhibitor tables, the trade show will include vendor presentations, a student symposium, and an operating TV production studio.

Friday, May 4th

This full day of workshops focuses on providing panels consisting of industry professionals. Workshops will cover a large assortment of topics designed to assist in the producing and distribution of content. Our workshop leaders will guide presentations, manage question and answer sessions, and help to facilitate open and honest discussions among peer groups. Special roundtable workshops will address specific operational issues facing community media.

All-Inclusive Food Package

Finally, we are pleased to offer again this year the all-inclusive food package including: the pre-conference Meet and Greet, the day one Breakfast with the Vendors, Welcome Luncheon, and Afternoon Energy Break, the day two Plenary Breakfast, Keynote Luncheon, Afternoon Beverage Break and the fabulous Partners Banquet. The Partners Banquet promises to be another amazing night of food, live music, dancing, and surprises. You will not want to miss this!

Prizes & Awards

There will also be a number of prize give-a-ways and awards that include door prizes at the Meet and Greet, the Vendor Passport Drawing, the Vendor Serving the PEG Community Awards and for the first time this year The JAM Video Awards.