A Note from the President
Another conference in the books and another terrific job by the conference committee. The agenda was exciting, informative, eye opening, but still upbeat about our industry. While attendance was down in Las Vegas, those that did attend benefited tremendously. The messages were very clear in that newspapers face the most challenging time of their existence. Although it may be challenging, it is also a time to shake the tree and make a difference.

Saying that, I would like to begin the transition to the new board. Two years went by very quickly. Following are the nominations you will be receiving in the near future. David Andrews- President Elect; Wade Walker- Vice President; Cynthia Miller- Treasurer; Mike Riordan- Secretary; Amy Mueller- Director; Steve Bower-Director.

As always, we need our members to support the board and provide ideas and suggestions. I hope all NPMA members see the value that INFE has brought to us. We need to further strengthen the partnership and take advantage of their additional resources in the form of webinars, newsletters, improved website, etc.

I want to thank the members of NPMA for their continued support over the past two years. It was an honor and I hope you felt well served. In closing, stay active, we need to hear from you.

Warm Regards,

Mike Kelly

NPMA, INFE Forge Closer Ties
The Newspaper Purchasing Management Association and the International Newspaper Financial Executives have announced a closer working relationship. Under the agreement, INFE will manage the day to day operations of NPMA, starting immediately. In addition, INFE Headquarters staff will produce a weekly electronic newsletter for NPMA members, and will manage the NPMA website. INFE was organized in 1947 and serves more than 850 members worldwide. INFE Headquarters is located in suburban Washington, DC. Click here to visit the INFE Website

A New NPMA.NET
Coming this Fall... a newly redesigned NPMA Website... more features, more interactivity, easier to navigate.

Conference Photos
Be sure to visit the Photo Gallery for photos from the 2008 NPMA Conference with INFE.