Are Yinz Ready?
Registration is now open for the NCMPR District 1 Conference, happening November 3–5 in Pittsburgh at the Wyndham Grand Downtown.
Early bird pricing is $425, so register soon before the rate goes up.
We’ve secured a special room rate of $169 plus tax, making it easy to stay close to all the conference action.
We’re working hard on finalizing our programming to bring you bold ideas, honest conversations, and networking that feels real. In the meantime, you can check out an at-a-glance schedule below to start getting a feel for what’s in store.
More details are coming soon, but now’s the time to start planning your trip and take advantage of early bird pricing.
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Your Conference Preview
We’re putting the final touches on the schedule, but here’s a sneak peek at what’s shaping up to be an unforgettable few days in Pittsburgh.
Note: This schedule is still in motion, so some details may shift. Check back for the full schedule soon!
Monday, November 3
Let’s kick things off right.
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3–7 p.m. | Registration & Vendor Showcase
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6–7 p.m. | New Member Mixer. A special welcome just for our first-time attendees
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7–9 p.m. | Welcome Reception & Keynote
Featuring a live painting experience by Pittsburgh artist Cue Perry
Tuesday, November 4
Time to dive in.
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7–8 a.m. | Registration
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8–9 a.m. | Breakfast
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9–9:30 a.m. | Opening Day Welcome
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10 a.m.–12 p.m. | Breakout Sessions
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12–1 p.m. | Lunch + NCMPR President’s Welcome
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1–4 p.m. | Breakout Sessions
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4–8 p.m. | Free Time (a great chance to explore dahntahn Pittsburgh)
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8–10 p.m. | Medallion Awards & Awards of Excellence
Wednesday, November 5
Wrapping up strong.
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8–9 a.m. | Networking Breakfast
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9 a.m.–12 p.m. | Breakout Sessions
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12–1 p.m. | Closing Keynote
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1–1:30 p.m. | Conference Wrap-Up
Sessions We’re Especially Excited About
Here’s just a taste of what’s in store:
- Presidents Panel: What do College Presidents Expect from Creative and Marketing
- Accessibility is Not a Checklist: A Guide to Human-Centered Web Design
- Portrait Photography for Web and Print Publication (hands-on)
- Writers Workshop
- Streamline Your Storytelling with Asana
- Video Editing On Your Phone (hands-on)
- Burnout Isn’t Your Brand: Reclaiming Energy, Joy, & Boundaries in the Hustle
- Get Animated! Bringing Illustrations to Life in Adobe Animate (hands-on)
- Strategies for Engaging Faculty and Staff in Marketing Efforts
- Working with Your Foundation
- Crisis Unlocked: Escape with your Reputation Intact (hands-on)
