CMC Roundtables

This Editorial Roundtable aims to directly address the challenges participants face in their work, share practical tips and tricks, and collectively explore future directions for Catholic media.

Location: Chastain A (Terrace Level)

Moderator(s): Nichole Golden with The Georgia Bulletin, Laura Ieraci with ONE Magazine, and Devin Watkins with the Dicastery for Communications.

Duration: 75 minutes

Introduction (5 minutes):

Quick welcome by the moderator, outlining the session's participatory format and objectives.

Brief participant introductions to foster a sense of community.

Segment 1: Sharing Challenges and Solutions

Participants share pre-submitted or on-the-spot challenges they face in their editorial work.

As a group, discuss these challenges and collaboratively propose solutions, drawing on the collective wisdom and experiences of the attendees.

Segment 2: Tips, Tricks, and Best Practices Exchange

Attendees share practical tips and successful strategies that have improved their editorial processes or content.

Discussion on how these can be adapted or implemented across different contexts, encouraging a sharing of resources and ideas.

Segment 3: Visioning the Future of Catholic Media

An open conversation about the future: trends to embrace, potential challenges, and the evolving role of Catholic values in media.

Brainstorming session on collaborative projects or initiatives that can address these future challenges and opportunities.

Wrap-Up and Action Steps (10 minutes):

Summary of key takeaways, emphasizing actionable strategies and insights.

Encouragement for continued collaboration, detailing next steps for shared projects or discussions in a dedicated online community.

Information on accessing a shared document or forum where the session's insights and resources will be compiled for ongoing access.

This Communications Roundtable is for exploring effective communication strategies, addressing common challenges, and harnessing new opportunities.

Location: Heritage Ballroom

Moderator(s): Maureen Smith, Michael Walsh & Montie Chavez

Duration: 75 minutes

Introduction (5 minutes):

• Brief welcome by the moderator, emphasizing the session's collaborative and interactive nature.

• Quick participant introductions to build a network of peers.

Segment 1: Sharing Challenges and Solutions

• Participants present pre-submitted or immediate challenges they encounter in their communications roles.

• Group discussion aimed at brainstorming solutions, leveraging collective experience and knowledge.

Segment 2: Tips, Tricks, and Best Practices Exchange

• Attendees share impactful strategies, tools, and innovations that have enhanced their communication efforts.

• Interactive dialogue on how these strategies can be adapted to different contexts, encouraging resource and idea exchange.

Segment 3: Visioning the Future of Catholic Media

• An explorative conversation on future trends, digital opportunities, and maintaining authentic Catholic messaging in an evolving media environment.

• Collaborative brainstorming on projects or initiatives to proactively address future challenges and opportunities in Catholic communications.

Wrap-Up and Action Steps (10 minutes):

• Recap of actionable insights and strategies identified during the session.

• Encouragement for ongoing collaboration, with steps for continued engagement in a dedicated online community for Catholic communications professionals.

• Information on a shared digital space for compiling session insights, strategies, and resources for participant access.

This Marketing and Operations Roundtable is designed to facilitate a rich exchange of insights, strategies, and best practices tailored to enhancing the business side of Catholic media, addressing challenges unique to the sector, and exploring innovative solutions for growth and impact.

Location: Augusta (Ballroom Level)

Moderator(s): Amy Kawula

Duration: 75 minutes

Introduction (5 minutes):

• Quick welcome by the moderator, outlining the session's participatory format and objectives.

• Brief participant introductions to foster a sense of community.

Segment 1: Sharing Challenges and Solutions

• Discussion of pre-submitted and immediate business-related challenges faced by participants, from marketing dilemmas to operational hurdles.

• Collective brainstorming for solutions, drawing from the diverse experiences and expertise present, to address these challenges effectively.

Segment 2: Tips, Tricks, and Best Practices Exchange

• Sharing of successful marketing and advertising strategies, tools, and campaigns that have positively impacted Catholic media organizations.

• Interactive dialogue on adapting these successes to different contexts and audiences, facilitating an exchange of innovative ideas and practices.

Segment 3: Visioning the Future of Catholic Media

• Examination of operational efficiencies, business model innovations, and revenue-generation strategies specific to the needs of Catholic media.

• Collaborative exploration of future-proofing Catholic media organizations, focusing on sustainability, digital transformation, and mission alignment.

Wrap-Up and Action Steps (10 minutes):

• Summary of key insights, actionable strategies, and collaborative projects identified during the discussions.

• Encouragement for continuous collaboration and networking among participants, with details on joining a dedicated online community for ongoing support and idea exchange.

• Provision of access to a shared digital repository where the session's collective wisdom, resources, and follow-up actions will be documented for participant use.

The Digital Media Roundtable aims to empower participants with the latest digital trends, tools, and practices to enhance their organization's digital footprint in a mission-aligned manner.

Location: Chastain B (Terrace Level)

Moderator(s): Chaz Muth & Allen Kinzly

Duration: 75 minutes

Introduction (5 minutes):

• Quick welcome by the moderator, outlining the session's participatory format and objectives.

• Brief participant introductions to foster a sense of community.

Segment 1: Sharing Challenges and Solutions

• Discussion on pre-submitted and on-the-spot challenges participants face in their digital media work, from content creation to platform management.

• Group brainstorming session for creative solutions, leveraging the collective digital expertise of the roundtable participants.

Segment 2: Tips, Tricks, and Best Practices Exchange

• Sharing session for participants to present successful digital strategies, tools, or campaigns they've implemented.

• Interactive dialogue on how these strategies can be adapted across various Catholic media contexts, encouraging a sharing of insights and practical tips.

Segment 3: Visioning the Future of Catholic Media

• An exploratory conversation about emerging digital trends, social media innovations, and new technologies relevant to Catholic media.

• Collaborative brainstorming on how to anticipate and incorporate these trends to further the mission and reach of Catholic organizations in the digital space.

Wrap-Up and Action Steps (10 minutes):

• Recap of key insights, actionable strategies, and potential collaborative initiatives identified during the roundtable.

• Encouragement for ongoing collaboration, with information on joining a dedicated online community for Catholic digital media professionals.

• Details on accessing a shared digital platform where session insights, resources, and follow-up actions will be compiled for participant reference.