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Schedule at a Glance

[Subject to Change]

 
Wednesday, Sept. 20

5 - 7 p.m. // Welcome Happy Hour & Registration 

Stop by to grab your registration materials and be welcomed to the Twin Cities over great drinks and even better company. Mingle with sponsors, exhibitors and peers to kick off RTDNA23!

 

Thursday, Sept. 21

8:30 - 10 a.m.  // Opening Keynote

We'll kick things off with an engaging Opening Keynote - more info coming soon!

10 - 10:30 a.m. // Morning Joe

Grab a cup, fill it up and spend time connecting with sponsors, exhibitors and peers in the RTDNA23 Lounge.

10:30 a.m. - Noon // Breakout Sessions

Our breakouts are built around shared knowledge, both from the trainer and other attendees. Participate in a session to get hands-on experience, in-depth discussions and a meaningful deep-dive into a variety of topics. Session info coming soon!

Noon - 1:30 p.m. // Lunch on Your Own

Get a bite to eat with new or old friends, but make sure you're back in time for the next round of breakouts!

1:45 - 3:15 p.m. // Breakout Sessions

Our breakouts are built around shared knowledge, both from the trainer and other attendees. Participate in a session to get hands-on experience, in-depth discussions and a meaningful deep-dive into a variety of topics. Session info coming soon!

3:30 - 4:30 p.m. // Self-Care Space: You-Call-It

Leaders need self-care just as much as their teams do, and sometimes that comes in the form of fun. We’re here for you with a variety of activities to break up the day, help you take a breath and soak up a bit of enjoyment — you’ve earned it!

4:30 - 5 p.m. // Afternoon Boost

Get the boost you need with some afternoon snacks and gather in our lounge to share what you’ve learned and socialize with peers, sponsors and exhibitors.

5 - 6 p.m. // Honoring Excellence: Paul White & John F. Hogan Awards Ceremony

We’re honoring the best of the best with our Paul White and John F. Hogan Awards. Hear from each recipient about the power of journalism, their triumphs and tribulations and how they feel about the future of the industry.

6 - 7 p.m. // Celebrating Excellence: Paul White & John F. Hogan Awards Reception*

Join us in celebrating the careers and achievements of our Paul White and John F. Hogan Award recipients at a reception in their honor. Enjoy food, drink and friends — with a little music mixed in, too — at this ticketed event. *Ticket required.

8 - 11 p.m. // Opening Night Party

Celebrate Day 1 by hitting the town with us at the Opening Night Party, sponsored by our friends at CNN Newsource, at Brit's Pub to get your fill of food, friends and lawn bowling!

 

Friday, Sept. 22

8 - 9 a.m.  // Marys, Mimosas & Murrows

Join us as we celebrate winners of the 2023 Edward R. Murrow Awards and raise a glass to their success. As you mingle, learn more from winners about their award-winning work and what it takes to win a Murrow.

9 - 10:30 a.m. // Breakout Sessions

Our breakouts are built around shared knowledge, both from the trainer and other attendees. Participate in a session to get hands-on experience, in-depth discussions and a meaningful deep-dive into a variety of topics. Session info coming soon!

10:30 - 11:30 a.m. // Morning Joe

Grab a cup, fill it up and spend time connecting with sponsors, exhibitors and peers in the RTDNA23 Lounge.

11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. // Next Gen Luncheon*

Help us honor and recognize RTDNF’s 2023 class of scholarship and fellowship recipients at this luncheon. *Ticket required.

1 - 2 p.m. // Giving Back: Community Service Project

Part of what makes RTDNA23 (and local journalism!) so special is connecting with the community, and while we’re in Minneapolis, we set out to do just that. Take time out of your conference collaboration and contribute some good, old-fashioned hands-on volunteer time.

2 - 2:30 p.m. // Afternoon Boost

Get the boost you need with some afternoon snacks and gather in our lounge to share what you’ve learned and socialize with peers, sponsors and exhibitors.

2:30 - 4 p.m. // Breakout Sessions

Our breakouts are built around shared knowledge, both from the trainer and other attendees. Participate in a session to get hands-on experience, in-depth discussions and a meaningful deep-dive into a variety of topics. Session info coming soon!

4 - 5:30 p.m. // Closing Keynote

We'll wrap things up with an inspirational Closing Keynote - more info coming soon!