NEWS / EVENTS
Paper Clips newsletter is sent out monthly to anyone employed by a MCP member publication or associate member. If you would like to receive it, email us.
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.
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
RENEWALS AND MEMBERSHIP DUES
It's that time of year again and things are just a little different this time around. Read about changes to membership and the new tier pricing structure.
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It's that time of year again and things are just a little different this time around. Read about changes to membership and the new tier pricing structure.
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President’s Corner
SUMMERTIME IS HERE
As families juggle the chaos of the season, it's also the perfect time to reflect on the power of change and the important role we each play in our communities.
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As families juggle the chaos of the season, it's also the perfect time to reflect on the power of change and the important role we each play in our communities.
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MVP AT WORK
CREATIVITY FROM CONSTRAINTS
Graphic designer Rachel Sajban explores how the right balance of client direction and creative freedom can turn design constraints into opportunities for innovation.
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Graphic designer Rachel Sajban explores how the right balance of client direction and creative freedom can turn design constraints into opportunities for innovation.
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2026 Award Winners
CONFERENCE RECAP - 2026 AWARD WINNERS
From standout creative work to industry leadership honors, the 2026 MFCP Awards celebrated those who continue to elevate excellence.
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From standout creative work to industry leadership honors, the 2026 MFCP Awards celebrated those who continue to elevate excellence.
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Ryan Dohrn
BECOME A PIPELINE MANAGEMENT MONSTER
The biggest threat to your profits may not be a lack of new opportunities, it could be the revenue quietly leaking out of your pipeline while you're focused on filling it.
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The biggest threat to your profits may not be a lack of new opportunities, it could be the revenue quietly leaking out of your pipeline while you're focused on filling it.
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Ad-Libs
THE THIN MARKET'S IMPACT ON MARKETING
Why do so many advertising campaigns fail to gain traction? John explains how the “Thin Market” proves that consistent advertising, not occasional ads, is the key to building awareness, trust, and sales.
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Why do so many advertising campaigns fail to gain traction? John explains how the “Thin Market” proves that consistent advertising, not occasional ads, is the key to building awareness, trust, and sales.
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Kevin Slimp
BROADSHEET PAGES RETURN TO MAJOR UNIVERSITY NEWSPAPER
After years of shrinking print ambitions, The Daily Beacon’s return to a full broadsheet format is winning over students, alumni, and advertisers alike.
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After years of shrinking print ambitions, The Daily Beacon’s return to a full broadsheet format is winning over students, alumni, and advertisers alike.
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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!
Click here for Step-by-Step Instructions
Click here for Step-by-Step Instructions
Spring Conference 2027
TBD
April 2027
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Conferences and Ad Award Contests
2026 Ad Awards
Take a look at this year's ad award winners. See who won which categories and take your time to grab some new ideas.
2023 Ad Award Winners
2020 Spring Conference
