The Newspaper Association of America (NAA) is a nonprofit organization representing the $55 billion newspaper industry. NAA members account for nearly 90 percent of the daily circulation in the United States and a wide range of nondaily U.S. newspapers. The Association focuses on six key strategic priorities that collectively affect the newspaper industry: marketing, public policy, diversity, industry development, newspaper operations and readership. 

Here you will find information on NAA’s activities that specifically relate to newspaper technology and operations.  Additional information on NAA and its projects and activities can be found at www.naa.org.

NEXPO¨ 06: April 1-4, 2006, McCormick Place, Chicago, Ill.

To register, view program, exhibitor and hotel information, visit www.nexpo.com.

The Winds of Change are Here!

Newspaper technology and operations professionals know that change is a continual part of their work life. From format changes, workflow issues, new technology to learn, delivery changes, or the constant drive to develop new ways to increase revenue and reduce costs - the winds of change are here. Be sure to attend NEXPO ‘06 to learn about the new ideas and tools to help you adapt. NEXPO brochures are available and can be downloaded at www.nexpo.com. You can also find information on exhibitors, educational session topics and special events on the Web site.

Register Today For NEXPO ‘06

Discounted registration rates end on February 24, 2006 - be sure to register to save $100 on a Full Conference Registration (after February 24, preregistration rates are no longer available). Register online at www.nexpo.com.

Pre-registration rates (available through February 24, 2006) are as follows:

NAA Member:  Full Conference: $299; One Day: $149; Show Floor Only: $40 

Non Member: Full Conference: $599; One Day: $299; Show Floor Only: $50

NEXPO Hotels Expected to Sell Out - Make Your Reservations Early

Be sure to reserve your housing requirements for NEXPO early! Chicago attracts a lot travelers - even in early April - so hotel rooms are expected to sell out.  You’ll want to stay at a NEXPO hotel for networking opportunities, and shuttle bus service direct to NEXPO at McCormick Place.  Three hotels serve NEXPO in Chicago:  Sheraton Chicago Hotel and Towers (Headquarters Hotel), Hyatt Regency Chicago and Hyatt Regency McCormick. 

Reservations for these hotels must be made via the NAA Housing Bureau, not the hotel directly. For the best selection, be sure to reserve your room by February 24, 2006. Hotel reservations may be made online at www.nexpo.com.

NAA Annual Convention Attendees at NEXPO

Over the same dates as NEXPO, NAA’s Annual Convention, or “Publisher’s Conference,” also takes place in Chicago, allowing for joint programming and special events. Attendees of the Annual Convention will have complete access to the NEXPO Exhibit Hall and educational sessions, and a joint general session for both NEXPO and Annual Convention attendees will take place on Tuesday, April 1st, in the morning. Be sure to plan your travel so you can attend this session to hear what your publishers are hearing! And if your Publisher or other executive is planning to attend the Annual Convention, use this opportunity to walk them through the show floor and have discussions with current - or prospective - vendors. For more information on the NAA Annual Convention and to register, visit:  http://www.naa.org/conferences/annual06/.

NAA Products

NAA has a variety of products geared just for newspaper professionals. Below is a listing of some products; a listing of all NAA products can be found at www.naa.org. To order the products listed below, call (800) 651-4NAA or (703) 902-1803.

SNAP DVD

The SNAP standard (Specifications for Newsprint Advertising Production) is critical to successful newspaper production. The specifications pertain to proofing and coldset printing for all newsprint on webs of paper - including offset lithography, direct lithography, letterpress and flexography for a wide variety of products. This DVD gives you an overview of what the standard is, why it’s important to color quality at your newspaper and how to use the SNAP guidelines to achieve - consistently - the best possible color reproduction. Apply the standard to your efforts to establish and improve quality assurance procedures for your newspaper production operation, and watch your advertisers smile. Item #70103 (($19.95 Federation and NAA Members; $39.95 Nonmembers).

A Newspaper’s Guide to Insert Process Improvement:

The third in a series of documents devoted to insert process improvement, this publication details 10 steps to strengthen the relationship between the newspaper industry and insert advertisers. Item #41045 ($19.95, Federation Members; $24.95, NAA Members; and $49.95 for Nonmembers).