By Ashley Huisman
New Century Press
I always leave the Annual MFCP Conference with new tips and tricks, fresh knowledge, and stronger connections within the newspaper industry. From sharing ideas and exploring new trends to meeting new people, it’s an event I consistently look forward to. You never leave empty-handed. Everyone is welcoming, helpful, and genuinely invested in helping one another and every publication and company succeed.
As a graphic designer in the newspaper industry, I always take something valuable away from sessions with Russell Viers. He brings deep expertise and hands-on experience with the software we use every day. Whether it’s streamlining daily processes or making large print projects feel less daunting, he offers practical solutions, often more than one. His sessions are consistently filled with helpful tips, fresh ideas for ad design, photo editing techniques, and strategies for creating more efficient layouts.
I also enjoyed keynote speaker Ryan Dohrn, who brings energy and positivity to the conference each year. That same enthusiasm carried over to the attendees, whose eagerness to learn helped make Cedar Falls an even more engaging and dynamic experience.
One highlight this year was the introduction (at least for me) of conference shirts available during registration. They were a fun way to commemorate the conference theme while supporting the MVP program. And who doesn’t appreciate another comfortable long-sleeve shirt? I also enjoyed the tailgate gathering, the MVP escape room, and seeing everyone sporting their new MFCP merchandise.
Being part of the MVP program has been a valuable learning and professional development experience. I’m grateful for the opportunity to connect with so many talented individuals, exchange ideas, and discover new ways to collaborate, even across long distances. I’ve gained insights I can apply to my work each week and look forward to continuing to build relationships and expand my knowledge. The conference was an inspiring reminder of the power of YOU, and it was great seeing everyone there.
New Century Press
I always leave the Annual MFCP Conference with new tips and tricks, fresh knowledge, and stronger connections within the newspaper industry. From sharing ideas and exploring new trends to meeting new people, it’s an event I consistently look forward to. You never leave empty-handed. Everyone is welcoming, helpful, and genuinely invested in helping one another and every publication and company succeed.
As a graphic designer in the newspaper industry, I always take something valuable away from sessions with Russell Viers. He brings deep expertise and hands-on experience with the software we use every day. Whether it’s streamlining daily processes or making large print projects feel less daunting, he offers practical solutions, often more than one. His sessions are consistently filled with helpful tips, fresh ideas for ad design, photo editing techniques, and strategies for creating more efficient layouts.
I also enjoyed keynote speaker Ryan Dohrn, who brings energy and positivity to the conference each year. That same enthusiasm carried over to the attendees, whose eagerness to learn helped make Cedar Falls an even more engaging and dynamic experience.
One highlight this year was the introduction (at least for me) of conference shirts available during registration. They were a fun way to commemorate the conference theme while supporting the MVP program. And who doesn’t appreciate another comfortable long-sleeve shirt? I also enjoyed the tailgate gathering, the MVP escape room, and seeing everyone sporting their new MFCP merchandise.
Being part of the MVP program has been a valuable learning and professional development experience. I’m grateful for the opportunity to connect with so many talented individuals, exchange ideas, and discover new ways to collaborate, even across long distances. I’ve gained insights I can apply to my work each week and look forward to continuing to build relationships and expand my knowledge. The conference was an inspiring reminder of the power of YOU, and it was great seeing everyone there.