The America's Newspapers Foundation is pleased to announce that The Post and Courier, Charleston, South Carolina, and The Seattle Times in Washington have become the latest members to generously contribute a scholarship for the 2024-25 Executive Development Program.
They join Software Consulting Services (SCS) and Seyfarth Shaw LLP, both Gold Solutions Partner members of America’s Newspapers, and Cribb, Cope & Potts, a Silver Solutions Partner member. Together, their support will enable promising newspaper industry professionals to take part in this prestigious leadership training program.
The Executive Development Program, originally inspired by the Inland Press Foundation, is a cornerstone initiative of the America's Newspapers Foundation, designed to develop and elevate the next generation of newspaper industry leaders. This intensive, multi-session program offers participants unparalleled opportunities for professional growth, networking and exposure to cutting-edge industry practices.
"We are grateful to these members for their commitment to building the future leadership within our industry," said Dean Ridings, CEO of America’s Newspapers. "Their support directly contributes to the future of quality journalism and more sustainable newspaper management across the country."
The Post and Courier
The Post and Courier, the South's oldest daily newspaper, traces its roots to The Courier, founded in 1803, and The Evening Post, founded in 1894. In 1926, the two newspapers were drawn closer together when The Courier, which had then become The News and Courier, was purchased by The Evening Post Industries Company. Both newspapers maintained separate news staffs until the 1980s, when those staffs were combined. In 1991, when it became apparent that reading habits were better served by a single edition of the newspaper — a morning edition — the two papers were merged to become The Post and Courier. The newspaper is now published by The Post and Courier, Inc.
As of October 1, 2021, Evening Post Industries was re-structured and split into three companies under a plan to realign the holdings of the family-owned company. The Post and Courier and the other papers that were previously under Evening Post Industries, now operate under Evening Post Publishing Inc. The group also operates a book publisher and White Oak Forestry, which owns and manages timberland, mostly in the Georgetown area. Learn more about this Pulitzer Prize-winning newspaper at: https://www.postandcourier.com/.
The Seattle Times
The Seattle Times serves the Northwest with independent, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalism, as the region’s most trusted news media company, dedicated to public service. The Seattle Times is the most-visited digital information source in Washington state and the second-largest newspaper on the West Coast. Founded in 1896 by Alden J. Blethen, The Seattle Times’ stewardship is now led by the Blethen family’s fourth and fifth generations, whose stewardship also includes The Yakima Herald-Republic and The Walla Walla Union-Bulletin. Learn more at: https://www.seattletimes.com/.
Cribb, Cope & Potts
Formed in 1923 by Clyde Knox in Kansas City, Cribb, Cope & Potts is the oldest newspaper and publication brokerage in the United States. The firm has sold thousands of publishing companies over the past 90 plus years, and has appraised thousands more. Cribb, Cope & Potts publication brokers have more than 60 years of publishing and brokerage experience, and its financial and market analysts have 70 combined years of newspaper financial and marketing experience. The firm specializes in meeting the needs of daily and weekly publishing companies, which this contribution toward professional development addresses. Learn more about Cribb, Cope & Potts at https://cribb.com/
Software Consulting Services
Software Consulting Services (SCS), a leading provider of software solutions for the publishing industry, has long been a supporter of professional development in the newspaper sector. Their contribution reflects an ongoing dedication to the industry's evolution and success. You can find out more about SCS at https://www.newspapersystems.com.
Seyfarth Shaw LLP
Seyfarth Shaw LLP, a prominent law firm with a strong commitment to the media and communications industry, has demonstrated its commitment to supporting local newspapers through this scholarship. Their involvement underscores the importance of cultivating well-rounded industry leaders who understand both the editorial and business aspects of newspaper operations. You can find out more about Seyfarth at https://www.seyfarth.com
The America's Newspapers Foundation Executive Development Program will take place in New Orleans in July and continue through early 2025. To learn more about additional sponsorship opportunities, please contact Patty Slusher at pslusher@newspapers.org.
About the America's Newspapers Foundation:
The America's Newspapers Foundation is dedicated to advancing the newspaper industry through research, education and professional development programs. By investing in the next generation of industry leaders, the Foundation aims to ensure a vibrant future for newspapers and their crucial role in informed communities. Find out more at https://newspapersfoundation.org.
About the Inland Press Foundation:
The Inland Press Foundation is committed to sustaining the nation’s newspapers and the vital role they play in their communities, and especially their local news reporting. Learn more at https://www.inlandfoundation.org/.
