Registration Open
Register for the 2026 WNA annual convention, which will take place March 5-6 in Madison. The deadline to register is Tuesday, February 17th.
The annual convention brings together the state’s news leaders and future journalists from Wisconsin high schools and colleges/universities to explore questions shaping the future of the industry. It will feature in-depth workshops, networking opportunities, listening sessions, interactive panels and more.
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Become a Sponsor
The annual WNA Convention draws hundreds of newspaper professionals from across the state who gather to network with peers, vendors and sponsors while attending educational sessions and celebrating industry accomplishments. Sign up as a sponsor – if you have questions contact the WNA.
Ambassador Package – $2,500
Mention of your company at the beginning of each session, inclusion in sponsor list in promotional items, list of attendees, promotional email blast to members, opportunity to submit a one-time article to the WNA’s member newsletter, and the opportunity to introduce a session.
Advocate Package – $1,500
Mention of your company at the beginning of each session, inclusion in sponsor list in promotional items, list of attendees.
Friend Package – $750
Inclusion in sponsor list in promotional items.
Advertise in Convention Program
The WNA Convention program will be in the hands of newspaper professionals from across the state, place an ad for your organization, newspaper or services you offer. Sign up as a convention program advertiser – if you have questions contact the WNA.
Full page – $350
8″ tall x 5″ wide
Half-page – $250
4″ tall x 5″ wide
Quarter-page – $150
4″ tall x 2.5″ wide
Travel & Lodging
Venue
The 2026 WNA Convention will take place March 5-6 at the The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor’s Club, 1 W. Dayton St., Madison, WI 53703.
Hotel room block
The WNA will have a room block available for convention attendees. You will be able to book your stay when the block is open. Reservations will need to be made by February 17th.
Convention Program and Speakers
We are continuing to finalize our speakers, but the programming is set.