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Thursday, August 30, 2007
Last Updated: August 25

LGBT MEDIA SUMMIT WELCOME BREAKFAST
9:00AM–10:00AM

Kick off the day and join us for coffee, pastries and a meet-and-greet with Summit attendees, speakers and special guests.

LGBT MEDIA SUMMIT BREAKOUT SESSIONS
10:15AM–11:30AM

The Right Approach: Covering LGBT Conservatives
The LGBT community has never been monolithic, particularly when it comes to politics. But are reporters getting all views on stories? Hear from leading LGBT conservatives as they discuss LGBT media coverage of Republican causes, policy views and candidates.

  • Wayne Besen, Executive Director, Truth Wins OUT
  • B. Daniel Blatt, Writer & Blogger, GayPatriot.net
  • Scott Olin Schmidt, Writer & Blogger, BoiFromTroy
  • James Vaughn, Director, Log Cabin Republicans of California

Surfing Tips: Avoiding Online Riptides
Just like mainstream media, LGBT media outlets must navigate a host of online platforms to deliver the news. What policies do publishers have in place to guide staffers as they ride a wave of personals sites, company Web pages and personal blogs? Can an online blogger or columnist also be a credible journalist?

  • Ben Patrick Johnson, Blogger & Novelist
  • Japhy Grant, Arts & Entertainment Editor, Frontiers Magazine
  • Parker Ray, Site Manager, Glee.com

LGBT MEDIA SUMMIT BREAKOUT SESSIONS
11:45AM–1:00PM

Mainstream Media & The LGBT Press: Co-Opting or Cooperation?
No longer is news about the LGBT community relegated to LGBT media. In today's media landscape, many "straight" media outlets read pink. Is straight media co-opting the LGBT press? How can weekly or monthly LGBT outlets differentiate coverage? Should LGBT outlets go mainstream?

  • Court Passant, Executive Producer, CBS News on Logo
  • Cynthia Laird, News Editor, Bay Area Reporter
  • Kevin Boyer, Director of PR & Marketing, All Terrain
  • Jared Cohen, Founder, Pride Radio, Clear Channel
  • Pat Sherman, Reporter, San Diego Union-Tribune

Cross Currents? LGBT Media & LGBT PR
Do LGBT media outlets have a special responsibility when it comes to covering LGBT events and causes? How can LGBT public relations professionals juggle responsibilities to their employers and the community when those interests conflict?

  • Matthew S. Bajko, Assistant Editor, Bay Area Reporter
  • Cathy Renna, Managing Partner, Renna Communications
  • Julie Bolcer, News Editor, Go Magazine
  • Michael Lamb, Publisher, Echelon Business Magazine
  • Shana Naomi Krochmal, Pop Culture Blogger, Out.com
  • Brad Luna, Director of Media Relations, HRC

LGBT MEDIA SUMMIT LUNCH PLENARY
1:15PM–2:30PM

40 Years of The Advocate: A Conversation With Anne Stockwell
Join us for a discussion with Publisher Mike Phelps on the history of The Advocate and how it has evolved over the past 40 years. Has the publication lost touch with its heritage as a hard-hitting newsmagazine or is it simply adjusting to meet the needs of a changing audience? What editorial changes are in store for the nation's leading LGBT publication?

  • Rex Wockner, Freelance Writer
  • Mike Phelps, Publisher, The Advocate

LGBT MEDIA SUMMIT BREAKOUT SESSION
2:45PM–4:00PM

Gay Panic: LGBT Media Merger Mania
While mainstream newspapers go through seismic shifts, the LGBT media is getting shaken up by its own mergers and acquisitions. Will voices be stilled as power is concentrated in only a few companies? Join a panel of experts as they discuss this critical issue.

  • Libby Post, Nationally Syndicated Columnist, Q Syndicate
  • Stephen Macias, Senior Vice President, Corporate & Marketing Communications, here! TV
  • Kevin Naff, Editor, Washington Blade
  • Joanne Jacobson, VP Business Development, Logo
  • Sue O’Connell, Co-Publisher, Bay Windows
  • Fred Kuhr, Editor, PressPass Q

LGBT MEDIA SUMMIT CLOSING RECEPTION
4:00PM–5:30PM

Join your friends and colleagues for the official closing event of our 4th Annual LGBT Media Summit.

CHAPTER MEET-&-GREET
5:30PM–6:15PM

Before the convention kicks off, take some time to visit with the members of your home chapter and find out who made the trip to beautiful San Diego. A great chance for new and new-to-convention members to get acquainted with the leaders who spend the year working so hard for NLGJA.

NLGJA NEWCOMERS' RECEPTION
6:15PM–7:00PM

One of the National Convention’s most popular annual events and one not to be missed if this is your first (or fifth or 14th!) time at an NLGJA convention.

WELCOMING RECEPTION
7:00PM–8:30PM

First night, fourth party. Are you sensing a theme yet? We just want to make sure you’re feeling relaxed before we start a weekend packed with great programming and training opportunities. Join us on the patio of the Westin Horton Plaza for the official kick-off party for “Breaking Stories, Breaking Waves” where your fellow NLGJA-ers, along with the lovely breezes and late summer rays of our host city, will set the stage for a great convention.

DOCUMENTARY SCREENING
9:00PM–11:00PM

Tell: A Documentary Film
Join filmmaker Tom Murray for a showing of his award-winning documentary "Tell." The film is the latest from Murray who is also know for "Fish Can’t Fly" and "Almost Myself." Through interviews with more than 14 military veterans and their allies, Murray puts a human face on the controversial “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” policy. Please join us for this very special screening and again Friday morning for our opening plenary session (Still Not) At Ease: Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell 2007.

  • Special Guest: Tom Murray, Documentary Filmmaker