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Meet the Media: Speed Pitch

  • Kids' Food Basket Community Room 1300 Plymouth Avenue Northeast Grand Rapids, MI, 49505 United States (map)

Our “Meet the Media” event has always been one of our most highly attended programs each year. Using our popular “speed pitching” format, attendees can meet one-on-one with members of the media during timed speed pitching sessions. 

For a few minutes, you'll have the undivided attention of assignment editors, reporters and producers from local TV, radio and print outlets looking for story ideas. The program will also include top pitching tips from our media guests - a chance to hear how they most like to receive pitches. 

*NEW THIS YEAR* - as the media landscape continues to evolve, we're inviting representatives from new, non-traditional media outlets such as influencers, bloggers and podcasters! 

Space is limited for this event to allow enough time for all attendees to meet with media outlets, so be sure to register! 

Save your spot and watch this space as we confirm media participants.


MEDIA PARTICIPANTS (This list is evolving; please check back.)

Janice Allen, WXMI Fox 17, Anchor - Morning News

Janice Allen is an Emmy-award-winning journalist who anchors FOX 17 Morning News from 7-10 a.m. on weekdays.

Since 2011, Janice has inspired West Michigan with the Emmy award-winning “Pay it Forward” franchise, highlighting positive stories across our community.

A passionate storyteller and community advocate, Janice also dedicates her time to causes like March of Dimes, Make-A-Wish Michigan, and Lori’s Voice, where she serves as a board member.

Janice's work has been recognized by the Michigan Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, Michigan Association of Broadcasters, Indiana Broadcasters Association, Indiana Associated Press and Society of Professional Journalists.



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