IBNA 2025 Convention
Here is information to register for the IBNA Convention and pay for you meals.
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IBNA-2025-Convention-Registration
The 2025 IBNA Convention will return to the Stoney Creek Inn in Johnston on April 26th.
You must book your room using the link below to get the IBNA rate.
Thanks to these 2025 sponsors of the IBNA Convention.
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IBNA Convention Schedule April 26, 2023 Stoney Creek Inn Johnston
Registration opens: 10:15
Session 1 10:50-11:50 a.m.
How to write better copy for stories on crime, accidents, and fires.
Lunch 12:00-1:00 p.m.
Enjoy lunch with fellow IBNA members. J.J. from the Upper Midwest Emmys will talk about this year’s awards.
Business Meeting 1:00-1:30 p.m.
Cast your vote for the 2023-2024 IBNA Board. Also, bring any questions you may have for the board.
Session 2 1:40-2:40 “Weaher Coverage”
Discussion with the National Weather Service warnings coordinator from the Johnston office.
Session 3 2:50-3:50 p.m.
Tips for working on your own out in the field.
Session 4. 4:00-5:15 p.m. “Job Fair, Student Tape Critique” This is a chance to have your work reviewed by news directors. (Students: bring your computers so you can show your work) It’s also a chance to talk with News Directors and others about what you need to focus on to get that job in news. All news directors or managers are invited to attend this session at no charge.
Social Hour 5:30-6:30 p.m. Cash bar and a chance to mingle before dinner.
Evening Banquet 6:30 p.m. Dinner served.
The evening program follows dinner, with the announcement of winners of the annual awards contest and the Jack Shelley award winner.