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How to recession-proof your news business

November 17, 2022

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET

Panelist headshots with title: How to recession proof your news business

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Economists are forecasting a “mild” recession in 2023. That’s driven by inflation, higher interest rates, and a tight labor market. What can news publishers and entrepreneurs do to prepare for an economic downturn? 

Attendees will hear an assessment of the economic climate and gain advice on how small and bootstrapped newsrooms can survive a recession.

This conversation is sponsored by the Donald W. Reynolds Journalism Institute and the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation.

Presenters

  • Glenn Burkins — Founder and Publisher of QCityMetro.com in Charlotte, North Carolina
  • Anita Li — Founder and Editor-in-Chief of The Green Line in Toronto, Canada
  • Justin Rushing — Director of Growth and Partnerships at inewsource.org in San Diego, California 
  • Zuri Berry, the principal producer and owner of ZMC Podcasts, moderated this discussion.