MEET YOUR MVPS

IMPORTANT THINGS TO NOTE:

AD AWARD ENTRIES:
 Start prepping those stellar submissions! The deadline is January 14, 2026. Let's show off the creativity and innovation that make our members shine. Click here for a link to our contest packet.

DIGITAL USERS GROUP ROUNDTABLE – November 5th, 10AM.
Our next Digital Users Group training will be held on Tuesday, November 5th at 10:00 AM (Central) via Zoom. 

We'll be diving into Employment Advertising and exploring how to make the most of this growing category. From tying print and digital together to creating digital-only campaigns that deliver results, we'll cover best practices, smart selling strategies, and a few pitfalls to watch out for (like avoiding discriminatory language in job ads).
It's a great chance to swap ideas, pick up new tips, and strengthen your digital sales game.
As always, this training is free for MFCP members — we hope to see you there!  
To Join – simply login via Zoom:  CLICK HERE TO LOGIN
 
Nominating Committee Announces Board Slate....
Greg Birkett, Chair of the Nominating Committee, is pleased to present the slate of candidates for the MFCP Board of Directors:
  • Joyce Frericks, Star Publishing, LLC, Minnesota
  • Julia Thompson, Southern Minnesota Shoppers, Inc, Minnesota
  • Mindy Carter, Woodward Community Media, Wisconsin
Voting will be conducted electronically in late November, with ballots due by December 5th. When you receive your electronic ballot, please take a few minutes to make your voice heard and help shape the future of our association.

2026 MFCP Calendars – Order Yours Today!
We still have some 2026 calendars available. If you haven't ordered yours yet, please do so ASAP!
Two sizes to choose from:
  • Year-at-a-Glance Wall Calendars: 22" wide × 29" tall – perfect for your office or workspace wall.
  • Strip Calendars: 14" wide × 1 3/16" tall – adhesive-backed and ideal for your monitor or laptop.

To reserve your copies, email us at director@mfcp.org with the quantity you'd like of each type.
Quantities are limited, so it's first come, first served!
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Mfcp mvp nomination form 2024 page 1

IT'S MVP TIME...

Nominate Your Best!

For the publishing industry to survive and flourish, we need the best and brightest to step up, lead and bring fresh ideas to the table. How can we make that a reality? By nominating the young professionals in your workplace for the MFCP MVP Program.

These Most Valued Professionals will become an integral part of the association. They'll participate in tailored discussions and receive targeted training designed to prepare them for leadership roles within your company, which strengthens the longevity, creativity and effectiveness of the publishing industry as a whole.


MVPs will:
  • Participate in annual conference activities, including fundraising and idea exchanges
  • Attend a private MVP-only session
  • Join an MFCP committee
  • Contribute articles to Paperclips
  • Engage in monthly Zoom sessions on topics ranging from soft skills to effective sales strategies

Past discussion topics have included: conquering impostor syndrome, reading non-verbal communication, lateral thinking, preparing for future industry changes, and navigating difficult conversations. MVPs also read and discussed the leadership classic Who Moved My Cheese?, which emphasizes that change is constant and that adaptability is the key to success in both business and life.

This two-year program is sponsored by the Bill Welsh Foundation, allowing dedicated nominees to attend the annual conference up to three times fully funded by the association.

If you have a bright, motivated young professional under 40, who has worked with you for at least six months, and shows leadership potential or a genuine desire to grow within the industry, consider nominating them for the MFCP MVP Program.

Oh, and did we mention? We have a lot of fun, too!
Cory

Click here for an application.
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