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The Power of U – Find it here!

Join us April 16-17 in Cedar Falls, Iowa, as we celebrate by connecting and strengthening our industry! The MFCP Spring Conference is packed with opportunities to learn, grow, and connect with peers.

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Check out our speakers

There's something for everyone!

Ryan Dohrn

The Billion Dollar Sales Coach, Emmy winner, and global keynote speaker, delivers a powerful and energizing message about the one competitive advantage no one can copy: YOU.

Russell Viers

He began sharing his expertise of production techniques in 1997, since that time traveling to 23 countries as a speaker and trainer, teaching Adobe and Quark software to graphic designers and photographers.

Trevor Slette

A third-generation newspaper publisher with more than 25 years in the industry and the co-founder of Quadd.ai, a productivity platform built to help newsrooms save hours each week so they can focus on covering their communities.

Schedule of Events

Here's what you can look forward to at conference!

Thursday, April 16

1:30 P.M. - MVP Exclusive Session

2:30 P.M. - 4:30 P.M. - Publisher Roundtable

2:30 P.M. - 4:30 P.M. - Sales Roundtable

5:00 P.M. - 6:30 P.M. - Tailgate Reception Party

Friday, April 17
Morning

7:30 A.M. – BREAKFAST - iPromote Breakout

8:30 A.M. – KEYNOTE - The Power of U – Ryan Dohrn

10:00 -11:30 A.M. – BREAKOUT SESSIONS

SALES TRACK: Ryan Dohrn - The Power of U: Turning Local Relationships into Real Revenue, Part 1

GRAPHICS TRACK: Russell Viers - The Amazing Power of the Humble Find/Change in InDesign

EDITORAL/PUBLISHER TRACK: Trevor Slette - Beyond the Newsroom: Building a More Efficient Publishing Operation with AI, Part 1

11:45 A.M. MEMBERSHIP MEETING

Friday, April 17
Afternoon

NOON AWARDS LUNCH

1:15 - 2:45 P.M. – BREAKOUT SESSIONS

SALES TRACK: Ryan Dohrn - The Power of U: Turning Local Relationships in Real Revenue, Part 2

GRAPHICS TRACK: Graphics Roundtable

EDITORAL/PUBLISHER TRACK: Trevor Slette - Beyond the Newsroom: Building a More Efficient Publishing Operation with AI, Part 2

3:30 P.M. - 3-MINUTE IDEA EXCHANGE

See you in Cedar Falls!

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News | Paper Clips

Paper Clips newsletter is sent out monthly to anyone employed by a MFCP member publication or associate member. If you would like to receive it, email us.

Shared Knowledge

Whether in a classroom setting at a conference or via a Zoom call each month, we take learning and growing seriously! Members tell us over and over that the fresh ideas they garner via networking more than pay for their membership.

Ad Award Competition

Each year we host our ad awards competition. Publishers throughout the Midwest submit their best work from the prior year. Divided into two divisions, graphic design and editorial, the contest has more than 60 classes to enter.

From the Office

WHAT'S IN A NAME?
Cory touches on what makes MFCP so unique and why it's important to change with the times. A name is not as important as what it truly stands for. Learn more about why the association has a big decision ahead of them.
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President’s Corner

ARE YOU READY FOR SOME CHANGES?
There's been a lot going on at MFCP. Some have already happened, and more are on the way. See what you may have missed and see what is still yet to come.
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Ad-Libs

WHAT'S FOGGING YOUR VIEW?
This reflective column from John Foust uses a coastal revelation to challenge the advertising industry to clear away routine, pressure, and resistance so creativity can finally come into view.
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MVP AT WORK

REFLECTING AND SETTING GOALS
After a surgery left Julia with some extra time on her hands, she decided to reflect and work on her SMART goals. Here's what she learned and the advice she has to offer for you to achieve more success.
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Ryan Dohrn

GET THE LATEST SALES TIP AT THE TIPS OF YOUR FINGERS
If you’re looking for the latest sales training tips, tricks, and proven hacks, Ryan’s Sales Coaching App might be the ultimate game changer for your team.
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Kevin Slimp

TAKING YOUR OFFICE WITH YOU
Kevin usually runs a four-computer setup. But, from a winter beach home far from his Knoxville office, he rests easily knowing his files are backed up six different ways.
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Upcoming Events

Special Sections Exchange

Click HERE to access a shared online drive where members can upload PDF's of their best work, browse through ideas from others, and discover ready-to-reuse or reimagine content!
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Congratulations to all of our talented members.
Check out this year's winners!
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