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PPA Independent Publisher Awards: entry deadline extended... We know it's a busy time at the moment, so to help you out a bit we're extending the deadline by ten days - you now have until 23:59 on Thursday 12 September to complete your entries. It couldn't be easier to enter - all you need to do is tell us why you should win, explain your results in context, and share up to three supporting documents. Plus, get five entries for the price of three. View the categories here and enter now: https://lnkd.in/e3Q6imKV #PPAIndPub

This session at the PPA Independent Publisher Conference will help you redefine success in the digital age - addressing the economics of AI and other technologies as they impact small businesses. Join us for a deep dive into the businesses putting strategy and value proposition under the microscope to clarify investment and boost revenue. Our speakers... Kerry Parker, CEO, SelectScience® Cameron Sharpe, Head of Insight, Think Mel McVeigh, Head of Digital, PPA Will explore the ever-changing landscape of digital products, distinguishing between essential strategies and distractions. View the agenda and book your tickets today: https://lnkd.in/eGru8mUX #PPAIndPub

Introducing the PPA’s Good Hiring Code... This Autumn sees the launch of the PPA Good Hiring Code, designed to improve inclusive hiring across the sector, highlight best practice, and provide practical resources for hiring teams and managers. Join us for a webinar on Wednesday 25 September (12.30-1.30pm), where we’ll explore the key challenges and opportunities for inclusive recruitment. The session will cover the use of AI in hiring, as well as discussing the approaches member businesses have taken to attract and retain the right talent, and the challenges they’ve overcome. A must-attend event for: HR managers, recruitment managers, talent acquisition professionals, ED&I professionals, hiring managers, learning and development managers, senior leaders, and operations professionals. Find out more and register here: https://lnkd.in/eStezKue

Are you a publisher looking at how best to approach the evolving digital content landscape alongside your print offering? If so, join us for our upcoming breakfast briefing: Navigating the journey from print to digital with impact and results. Expect a morning of insight and networking as our editorial experts explore how content providers can thrive in the changing digital landscape while adapting their print offering. Current digital trends, the best channels to use and content monetisation will be on the agenda as our speakers lift the lid on effective digital content strategy. 📅Tuesday 1st October 🕰️9-11 am 🤝In partnership with PPA 🥐 ☕Morning refreshments included Speakers include: 🎤Pete Clifton – Editor-in-Chief, PA Media 🎤Kerri-Ann Roper – Head of Entertainment and Features, PA Media 🎤Joe Pickover – Head of Video Services, PA Media 🎤Louise Dutton – Editor, Page Production, PA Media Secure your place here: https://lnkd.in/eEreNJHd #print #digital #content #publishing #breakfastbriefing

The PPA Independent Publisher Conference returns in November! Join Juan Señor for this session to explore the findings from the 2024-25 Innovation in Media World Report. Based on 12 months of research, the work showcases AI-powered media, freemium models, and strategic principles for driving sustainable profits, and growth in reach, relevance, and revenue. You’ll walk away inspired to reinvent your editorial models and workflows for the AI age. The first 50 people to book a conference ticket will receive a complimentary copy of the Innovation in Media World Report (worth £130) at the event. View full agenda and book tickets here: https://lnkd.in/eGru8mUX #PPAIndPub #Publishing #AI #Innovation

Unlocking the power of magazine media: engaging audiences with impact Andy Williams, Chief Revenue Officer, DC Thomson shares some case studies where The People’s Friend, bunkered, and Stylist Magazine truly connected with their target audience through multi-platform magazine media. Read now: https://lnkd.in/egh5vMWY #Magazines #Insight

Navigating the journey from print to digital with impact and results, in collaboration with PA Media. Join us on Tuesday 1 October (9.00 – 11.00am), for a morning of insight and networking. This in person breakfast briefing will lift the lid on how content providers can successfully navigate the ever-evolving digital landscape, whilst balancing changes to their print offering. Editorial experts from PA Media will share insights into what digital content looks like today, what channels to use, and how they are responding to their customers’ changing needs across digital. We'll hear from: 🖱️Pete Clifton, Editor-in-Chief 🖱️Louise Dutton, Editor 🖱️Joe Pickover, Head of Video 🖱️Kerri-Ann Roper, Head of Entertainment & Features Highlighting their continued evolution as a data-informed and digital-first news agency, you can expect case studies around effective content monetisation, digital deployment, and short-form video content. Find out more and register here: https://lnkd.in/e-V3rtpS

Daniel Pearce, CEO and owner of TTG Media, is the new chair of the PPA Independent Publisher Network. We caught up with him about the group’s work, and how it inspired a new revenue stream for his business. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e7-JWxKB #PPACollaborate #IndependentPublishers #SteeringGroups

Introducing PPA Demo Days - an immersive event series where we invite digital specialists across audience, product, design, creative, data, and technology to showcase innovative products and technologies. Join us for the first event on Tuesday 17 September, (11.00am – 1.00pm) to explore the creative application of AI and large language models (LLMs) across consumer experiences.   If you are a strategic or product leader, designer, engineer, marketeer, or publisher who wants to be inspired, this is the session for you. We'll look at: 🤖 How LLMs are being used to drive visual search experiences and drive subscriptions 🤖 How AI is being used for service journalism and neuro-diverse experiences 🤖 The creative application of AI to explore archives Register now: https://lnkd.in/eHcrps23

Introducing the PPA Next Gen Network - brought to you by the PPA’s inaugural Next Gen Board The PPA Next Gen Network recognises the power of networking for relationship building, unlocking new opportunities, sharing insights, and career development. As our industry faces huge transformation thanks to AI and changing content consumption habits, connecting the next generation of leaders and changemakers in publishing has never been more important. The first PPA Next Gen Network event will take place at the Immediate offices on Thursday 26th September from 5.30pm. If you’re interested in connecting with industry peers over drinks and nibbles, please RSVP: https://lnkd.in/eUfnujhE #PPANextGen