February 2023

MESSAGE FROM THE NEW PRESIDENT

ELIZABETH MCINTYRE

Hello friends,

What a pleasure it is to start my tenure as president of the Press Club of Cleveland with considerable momentum coming out of 2022. We had the opportunity to celebrate Denise Polverine’s stewardship of the club during our annual meeting/holiday party in December. Denise was a steady hand during the tumultuous COVID years that kept us from meeting in person. We will remain forever grateful for all she did during the most challenging of times.

I’m honored to carry on the traditions of this venerable organization, which has been around for 136 years now, and has seen its share of historic events (including not one, but TWO global pandemics!) Over its long history, the Press Club of Cleveland has changed with the times, much like journalism itself.

My goal in 2023 is to build on last year’s energy and to undertake a strategic planning process to ensure the Press Club’s work and legacy continues for decades to come. I’m excited to work on this important project with the board, which includes six new members:

• Ron Calhoun, Publisher/Executive Director, The Cleveland Observer
• Andy Fishman, Vice President/News Director, WJW TV
• Joe Kubic, CEO, The Adcom Group
• Lila Mills, Editor-in-Chief, Signal Cleveland
• Mark Puente, Investigative Reporter, Cleveland Marshall Project
• Janus Small, CEO, Janus Small Associates

The Press Club is, and has been since its 1887 founding, about the people it represents. And it’s not just journalists. The Press Club has a wide umbrella that covers all types of communications professionals and includes those who care about the public’s right to access information. We applaud you for supporting the Press Club and urge you to invite others to become a member today. More importantly, get involved with the club, join a committee and attend our programming and events. I promise you’ll learn something, meet friends old and new and experience pride in all that journalism has to offer our community. Please reach out with any questions or to get involved by emailing pressclubcle@gmail.com

I’m looking forward to working with you to make the Press Club of Cleveland the best it can be.

Warmly,

Elizabeth

FREELANCE PANEL

DISCUSSION & NETWORKING

Wednesday, February 15

5:30 - 8:00 PM

TREEHOUSE in Tremont

820 College Ave.

Cleveland, OH 44113

What are the best ways to promote yourself as a freelance writer and get a regular stream of work? Find out from a panel of pros in The Press Club of Cleveland’s program on being a successful, local freelance journalist.

LIMITED TICKETS APPLY FOR THIS EVENT.

Press Club members: $25

Non-members $35

Please be sure your Press Club membership dues have been renewed to get the member rate.

Click here to register and pay online - ticket price includes one drink ticket and light snacks.

2023 ALL OHIO EXCELLENCE IN JOURNALISM AWARDS

DEADLINE MARCH 14

The Press Club of Cleveland annually honors the best storytelling, design and more in the Buckeye State with the All Ohio Excellence in Journalism Awards. Deadline to register is March 14, 2023. Please download the entry information by here.

Click here to go directly to contest at: Better BNC 

Go to Contestants login and scroll down to 2023 All Ohio Excellence in Journalism

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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS



• Stephanie Keefer, Playhouse Square
• Lila Mills, Signal Cleveland
• Marie Elium, East Ohio Boomer
• Tarah King, Thrive Peers Support
• Jared Saylor, Western Reserve Land Conservancy
• Christina Easter, Tri-C
• Kevin Smith

JOIN THE PRESS CLUB TODAY

In continuous operation since 1887, The Press Club of Cleveland is a home for working journalists, professional communicators and anyone who supports the media’s role to keep watch over democratic processes. We advocate for the importance of journalism; maintain the rich history of journalism in Northeast Ohio; recognize excellence in the field with the All-Ohio Excellence in Journalism Awards and the Press Club Hall of Fame; and host programs that bring members together for education, networking and comradery. 

Special rates for young practitioners, and members receive discounts on Press Club events and entry fees in our statewide awards program. Learn more about the benefits of membership here. 

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