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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13 |
9:00am-10:00am | Concurrent Workshops |
Where Does The Money Go and How to Get It Back!
By the end of this session, you’ll not only have a clearer picture of where your money is going but also a toolkit of strategies to bring it back into your bottom line. The Finances of Retail Distribution Join David Borgenicht (Quirk Books), Brad Farmer (Gibbs-Smith), Holly Smith (Expansive eCommerce) and moderator Angela Engel (The Collective Book Studio) to discuss the unique financial challenges small publishers face when navigating retail distribution. This session delves into the intricacies of managing finances in this specific sector, offering practical insights and strategies tailored to the needs of small book publishers. Attendees will explore cost-effective distribution channels, understand the financial implications of different retail partnerships, and learn how to maximize revenue while minimizing expenses. |
10:00am-10:30am | Take a Brief Break |
10:30am-12:30pm
| Meet the Experts |
12:30pm-2:00pm | Networking Lunch with Exhibitors |
1:30pm-2:45pm | Concurrent Workshops |
Auditing Royalty Statements: Make sure yours are accurate! Join us as we delve into the common challenges publishers face in managing royalties and explore effective solutions to overcome them. This session is designed to address the complexities of royalty management, offering practical guidance and expert advice to streamline processes and ensure fair compensation for authors and creators. Panel includes Karen Pavlicin (Elva Resa Publishing), Alex Murphy (Stison), and Django De Gree (Wrote By Me).
Maximizing Revenue from Your Existing Products |
3:00pm-3:30pm | Take a break and connect with our exhibitors! |
3:30pm-5:00pm
| Closing Keynote/Fireside Chat Join Ed Nawotka (Publishers Weekly) as he leads a conversation with Keith Riegert (Ulysses Press, Perfect Bound) and Pete Schiffer (Schiffer Publishing) on the unique challenges faced by publishing companies during periods of growth. As publishers expand, managing cash flow and scaling human resources become critical concerns. How many additional people can you afford to add and how quickly? How do you maintain or improve margins without holding too much cash into inventory? What are some effective metrics and tools for inventory turn, sales forecasting, and staff capacity to inform growth decisions? Hear from publishers who have navigated significant or rapid growth about their best cash flow strategies, growth challenges, and lessons learned. |
5:00pm-6:00pm | Closing Reception |