The Newsletter Conference 2025
The Newsletter Conference returns in 2025 as the definitive gathering for professionals dedicated to the growing newsletter industry. May 2, 2025 at The Times Center in New York City, this one day intensive event brings together the brightest minds in newsletter publishing for a day of learning, networking, and collaboration that will shape the future of this dynamic medium.
Event Overview
Designed specifically for newsletter professionals, this focused conference addresses the unique challenges and opportunities facing publishers in today’s competitive landscape. From independent creators to established media companies, attendees will gain valuable insights on building sustainable newsletter businesses and engaging loyal audiences.
The concentrated one day format maximizes value for busy professionals, delivering a wealth of actionable strategies without requiring an extended time commitment. This approach ensures participants can immerse themselves fully in learning and networking while maintaining their publishing schedules.
Program Highlights
The comprehensive agenda covers every aspect of newsletter publishing success, including paid and organic growth strategies, newsletter advertising models, editorial content development, and publishing strategy optimization. Additional topics include audience engagement techniques, deliverability and design best practices, first party data utilization, subscription and membership programs, and thriving within the creator economy.
Each session features industry leaders sharing practical insights based on real world experience rather than theoretical concepts. This emphasis on actionable knowledge ensures attendees leave with strategies they can implement immediately to improve their newsletter operations and business outcomes.
Beyond structured sessions, the conference creates valuable opportunities for peer learning and relationship building. These connections often prove just as valuable as the formal content, establishing a supportive community of professionals facing similar challenges and opportunities.
Networking Experience
The Newsletter Conference excels in bringing together a diverse mix of newsletter professionals from different niches, business models, and experience levels. This diversity creates a rich environment for cross pollination of ideas and fresh perspectives on common challenges.
The Times Center venue in New York City provides an inspiring setting for these connections to form. Located in the heart of the media capital, this prestigious location reflects the growing importance of newsletters in the evolving media landscape.
Speakers Include:
- Dan Oshinsky, Founder, Inbox Collective (MC)
- Janice Min, CEO & Founder, The Ankler
- Ben Smith, Editor In Chief, Semafor
- Adam Ryan, Founder & CEO, Workweek
- Rachel Schindler, Co Founder & VP Product Growth, Punchbowl News
- Jacob Donnelly, Founder, A Media Operator
- Chenell Basilio, Writer & Reverse Engineer, Growth in Reverse
- Jaspreet Singh, Founder & CEO, Briefs Media
- Kinsey Grant Baker, Co Founder & Head of Content, Smooth Media
- Boye Akolade, Co Founder & President, The Future Party
- Kate Lee, Editor in Chief & General Manager, Every Inc.
- Ryan Heafy, Co Founder & COO, 6AM City
- Sean Griffey, Co Founder, Industry Dive
- Manny Reyes, Founder & CEO, Boletin Growth
- Brad Wolverton, Publisher, Newsletter Examples
- Nathan Barry, Founder & CEO, Kit
- Aine Stapleton, Director of Audience Development, Semafor
- Louis Nicholls, Co Founder, SparkLoop
- Tara Palmeri, Author, The Red Letter
- Ryan Sager, Co Founder, Who Sponsors Stuff
- Dwayne Lafleur, CEO & Founder, Ezoic
The Newsletter Conference 2025 represents an essential opportunity for anyone serious about building a successful newsletter business. Whether you are just starting your publishing journey or leading an established newsletter operation, this focused event delivers the knowledge, connections, and inspiration needed to thrive in the evolving newsletter landscape.