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INN Info Sessions for Start-ups

August 21, 2019 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm EDT

INN Sessions for Start-Ups

So you want to start a nonprofit, independent news organization? Congratulations! Your passion for truth telling and your desire to be your own boss has brought you to this point. Starting a nonprofit enterprise can seem like an overwhelming endeavor.  It can be a significant challenge and our monthly one-hour INN Sessions are designed to give you a realistic picture of what the process entails.

Expect to:

--Gain insight on the critical elements for success

--Get answers your questions

--Learn about the resources available to support your efforts

We are commited to helping journalists create sustainable, independent news organization. Join us for these informative sessions.

Presenters:

Sue Cross, CEO, INN

Sue brings 30 years of experience in media syndication, distribution and licensing. As SVP for business development and partnerships at the global nonprofit news cooperative Associated Press, she worked with digital pure plays, broadcast and newspaper companies to explore new business models. In addition to leading INN, she also advances social enterprise development as a board member of the Social Enterprise Alliance Los Angeles chapter.

Fran Scarlett, Director of Programs and Services, INN

Fran brings a Harvard MBA and 20 years of experience in news media, business development and business coaching to INN members. Like many members, Fran started her career in media as a reporter. She eventually moved into news product and revenue development. Prior to INN, she spent seven years coaching entrepreneurs on how to set their strategy, identify business models, find new revenue streams and support their mission. But we all know: the news business never lets anyone go and Fran decided to return to news and INN’s mission of supporting nonprofit news organizations.

Details

Date:
August 21, 2019
Time:
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Website:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/inn-info-sessions-for-start-ups-tickets-53020863831