General Session — Making Journalism Matter, followed by Associated Press Annual Meeting

Monday, April 14 - 10:30 a.m.
Part 1: A multimedia presentation and more contemplative conversation.
Part 2: Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., addressed the Associated Press Annual Meeting.

Associated Press Luncheon

Monday, April 14 - 1:00 p.m.
Presidential candidate Sen. Barack Obama, D-Ill., gave the keynote address.

General Session — Navigating the Digital Future: What's Next for Media Companies

Tuesday, April 15 - 9:00 a.m.
Senior digital media executives discussed new opportunities for driving revenue and audience development and share perspectives on strategic imperatives to compete on current and emerging digital platforms

General Session — Innovation: Successful Change Happens

Tuesday, April 15 - 10:30 am.
CEOs from established, traditional businesses shared how they continue to evolve and stay relevant in the marketplace through customer feedback and innovative changes.

NAA/ASNE Luncheon

Tuesday, April 15 - 12:45 p.m.
NAA and ASNE joined forces to enjoy lunch and a variety of program highlights, including featured speaker, Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton, D-NY. The 2008 Sunshine in Government Award and the ASNE Award for Editorial Leadership were presented, as well as the NAA Chair Passing of the Gavel.

General Session — Race, Gender and the Presidential Campaign

Tuesday, April 15 - 2:45 p.m.
More than in any previous national election, demography and racial politics have become major issues in the Presidential campaign. Experts offer insights on how this affects voters and candidates, and could play into the outcome.

General Session and Breakfast — The Associated Press: Where We're Going and What it Means to You

Wednesday, April 16 - 8:00 a.m.
David Boardman, Managing Editor, The Seattle Times, and Thomas Curley, President & CEO, The Associated Press, led this informative session.

Part 1: General Session — The Economy: What Editors Should Look for Next

Wednesday, April 16 - 10:00 a.m.
Top financial writers discussed the road ahead.

Part 2: General Session — Making the Publisher/Editor Partnership Work

Wednesday, April 16 - 11:00 a.m.
This session tackled how to establish a leadership partnership during difficult times.