Publisher summit: The new social contract
Join us for a half day of programming where we explore how publishers can navigate the future of news consumption, creation, and distribution.
nyc, wednesday march 26th
The NewsWhip Publisher Summit
The relationship between platforms and publishers is complex, and evolving fast.
Most consumers now start their news journey on social apps, and expect the news brands they trust to be there. Many news stories happen on social media first. But platforms are not the reliable sources of traffic and referrals they were during the social news heyday of the 2010s.
How can publishers develop robust approaches to social platform newsgathering, news distribution and audience development that work best for 2025, and beyond? We’re aiming to answer that question, with a little help from our friends in the news industry.
Who's speaking
KEYNOTE
Katie Harbath
Chief Executive, Anchor Change
This keynote will explore how shifts in the media landscape are redefining public discourse, the opportunities and risks of AI-driven content creation, and what it means to navigate an information ecosystem where credibility, attention, and impact are constantly in flux.
Sophie Rosenbaum
Head of digital strategy and operations, Associated Press
Ryan Broderick
Founder, Garbage Day
Julia Munslow
Senior platform editor, WSJ
Paul Quigley
CEO, NewsWhip
Chris Miles
Senior Adviser, Media & Tech
Patrick Boehler
Founder, Gazzetta
Joseph Milord
Principal Community Manager, Publisher Partnerships, LinkedIn
Jake Grovum
Editor for social media, New York TImes
Maia McCann
Executive Digital Director, Fast Company
Benedict Nicholson
Director of Content, NewsWhip
Gabriel Sands
Head of News Partnerships, Reddit
Sara Katritos
Media Specialist, NewsWhip
Neal Rothschild
Senior Director, Editorial Strategy & Operations, Axios
Ryan Y. Kellett
Nieman-Berkman fellow for Journalism Innovation, Harvard University
Alex Kallner
Media specialist, NewsWhip
Mosheh Oinounou
Founder, Mo News
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What we’ll discuss
time
12:30 pm
title
Guests arrive
description
Guests arrive at the venue, greeted with coffee and light bites
time
1 pm
title
Welcome remarks
description
NewsWhip's CEO Paul Quigley gives welcome remarks.
speaker
Paul Quigley
time
1:15 pm
title
Where did you read that?: Social media and audience building in 2025
description
In a session led by Chris Miles, we'll discuss the changing role of social media in audience development for publishers, focusing on native metrics and brand building across the social web.
speakers
Chris Miles
Sophie Rosenbaum
Jake Grovum
Neal Rothschild
time
1:45 pm
title
Platform masterclass: Reddit
description
A lightning talk offering tips and tricks for journalists from one of our technology partners.
speaker
Gabriel Sands
time
2 pm
title
Networking break
description
Take a moment to grab a coffee and network with your peers.
time
2:20 pm
title
Fireside chat with Ryan Y. Kellett
description
Ryan Kellett takes us through the findings of his recent news workshop for individual creators.
speaker
Alex Kallner
Ryan Kellett
time
2:40 pm
title
Social for news gathering: From sourcing to success
description
speaker
Sara Katritos
Julia Munslow
Patrick Boehler
Maia McCann
time
3:10 pm
title
Networking break
description
Take a break to grab some coffee and network with your peers.
time
3:30 pm
title
What publishers can learn from news creators
description
In a fragmented media ecosystem, more people than ever are getting their news from non-traditional sources. In this panel we'll discuss what that means for the industry and what publishers can learn from the personalities driving that change.
speaker
Benedict Nicholson
Ryan Broderick
Mosheh Oinounou
time
4:00 pm
title
Platform Masterclass: LinkedIn
description
A lightning talk featuring tips and tricks from one of our technology partners.
speaker
Joseph Milord
time
4:15 pm
keynote
Rewriting the Narrative: AI, Influence & the Future of Content
description
In an era of unprecedented change, the way we consume and create content is being reshaped by a fragmented media landscape, the rise of influencers, and the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence. Traditional gatekeepers are fading, replaced by algorithm-driven platforms and decentralized voices that challenge our perceptions of truth, influence, and engagement. This keynote will explore how these shifts are redefining public discourse, the opportunities and risks of AI-driven content creation, and what it means to navigate an information ecosystem where credibility, attention, and impact are constantly in flux.
speaker
Katie Harbath
time
4:55 pm
title
Closing remarks
description
Reflections on the day and closing remarks from NewsWhip's Paul Quigley.
speaker
Paul Quigley
time
5 pm
title
Networking drinks
description
Join us for drinks and light bites to close out the day.
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Who should attend?
This summit is designed and built for media professionals. If you’re a journalist, editor, social specialist, or audience development professional that interacts with social media as part of your role, this conference is for you.
The event will be an intensive half-day conference in New York on March 26th, 2025, where we will explore:
- Audience development’s impact on social in 2025
- Sourcing news stories on social
- The rise of news creators and what that means for journalism
tickets
Register now
Numbers are strictly limited, If you’re at a news organization working in editorial, social, or audience development, and would like to attend, please fill out the form below and someone from the NewsWhip team will be in touch.
Where is the summit taking place?
The summit will be held in the heart of Manhattan, on the 17th floor of the MetLife building, right next to Grand Central Station.
MetLife Building, 17th Floor, 200 Park Ave, New York, NY 10166
Contact us
Looking to learn more about the summit?
Contact our team using the form or at publishersummit@newswhip.com
