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June 1 and 2, 2009
The Old Mill Inn & Spa
21 Old Mill Road
Toronto ON M8X 1G5
Everyone is welcome at Mags U! Whether you work on consumer, b-to-b, association, custom, farm, religious, scholarly or online publications, large or small, you’ll find inspiration and insight at Mags U, now in its 18th great year.
It just gets better and better. This year, over three dozen experts in editorial, design, Internet, production, sales, circulation, publishing and management will offer up everything from refresher courses to fresh ideas to steer companies through tough times. Learn where to find free tools. Discover how to expand beyond print into video networks, virtual trade shows, digital editions and mobile searches. Sharpen your negotiation skills, save printing dollars and market your magazine in sessions where speakers will present real-world examples.
Click here to download the print registration form.
Special Luncheon Speakers:
Moving from Magazines to Media
Reception, Luncheon & Keynote Address
Monday, June 1
In his 20-year media career, Jim Louderback has moved from editing PC Magazine and special interest magazines to launching cable TV networks, award-winning websites, and now Internet television. He knows it’s not enough to just put out a great magazine. To remain relevant – and to stay in business – you need to master the web, video and other media channels. Join him as he shares his perspective on how to rethink editorial, sales and audience development in this new media world, and gain insights into what today’s audiences are really looking for.
American Business Media’s Value Proposition
Luncheon and Keynote
Sponsored by Dollco Printing
As the global association for business information companies, American Business Media (ABM) has developed a number of initiatives to reach across borders and oceans alike to engage its business-to-business media member companies on a local, regional, national and international scale. Gordon T. Hughes, II will take a look at the state of the industry, business-to-business revenues, which have shifted drastically in the last decade, and where we believe revenues will fall in the year 2009 with regard to print, digital and face-to-face. To confront the evolution of the Industry, ABM will share its strategic plan and other specifically geared products and services which are available to all Canadian Business Press members. Additionally we will share with you issues covering government relations, marketing and research and member services.
SESSIONS:
Mags U offers two types of sessions. "Master Classes" of 2-1/2 hours in length offer in-depth study while "Quick-Learn" seminars are designed to focus on specific areas of interest in 75 minutes.
This year’s 40 experts from the publishing industry in Canada and the U.S. bring an enormous range of talent and experience honed at leading North American companies and institutions.
For more details on the sessions and speakers, click here
READ WHAT PAST ATTENDEES SAY ABOUT MAGS U:
Engaging and passionate speakers
Excellent presentation combining depth of knowledge with visual reinforcements
Awesome presenter -- very relevant examples used, combined with tactical advice. Loved this session!
Good knowledge of industry. Full of excellent information
Good overview of trends with details to back up; gives a good sense of where magazines are headed and that the industry is driving the changes.
I loved the interaction between the speakers and audience.
Open conversation/interactive/fun. Awesome! Thank you.
Tonnes of takeaway info and helpful tips.
Clear, concise presentation; good info; can go home and apply.
Session was very relevant to my needs – excellent understanding of marketplace.
Bring them back next year!
BENEFITS:
Attend this prestigious national magazine industry event and enjoy:
- World-class speakers who inform, inspire and engage
- Over 30 hands-on how-to sessions
- New networking lounge with all-day coffee and snacks
- Fabulous fun and a chance to meet your colleagues at parties, luncheons and receptions
- Magnificent meals prepared by The Old Mill chef
- The elegant ambience of The Old Mill Inn & Spa
- Convenient FREE PARKING and direct subway access to the venue.
REGISTRATION:
Registration is open.
Click here to register online or
Download the print registation form.
HOTEL RESERVATIONS:
A block of rooms has been set aside for Mags U attendees at The Old Mill Inn & Spa at a conference rate of $230.00 single or double. To book a room, contact The Old Mill at 416-232-3703 or 1-866-653-6455 or online at reservations@oldmilltoronto.ca. Quote “CBP Magazines University” to get the special conference rate.
NEW: HOTEL ADDED
The Valhalla Inn is offering Mags U attendees an extra-special room rate of $110 a night. To get this rate, quote Magazines University 2009 or Group Code #10563. Call Reservations toll-free at 1-800-268-2500 or email reservations@valhalla-inn.com to book your room. This offer is valid until May 20 , 2009.
The Valhalla Inn
1 Valhalla Inn Road
Toronto, ON M9B 1S9
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:
Sponsors, reach Canada's publishing professionals! Contact Dan Bordun at 416-239-1022 or Dan.Bordun@cbp.ca to learn more about sponsorship opportunities at this year's event.
See you at The Old Mill!
June 1 and 2, 2009
The Old Mill Inn & Spa
21 Old Mill Road
Toronto ON M8X 1G5
