Introducing the brand new…

2024 Firebrand Group Industry Conference

Adapting to Change: Take your company & your role to the next level

In an ever-changing industry, getting on the right path toward the future can be difficult. We all feel the challenge of figuring out which path will most likely lead to success. Thankfully, we’re not alone! Learning how other publishers, distributors, marketers, and executives are tackling the same challenges can be empowering and enlightening.

The new Firebrand Group Industry Conference, hosted by the companies that make up the Firebrand Group ( Firebrand Technologies, NetGalley, and Supadu) will provide you and your team with the information, recommendations, tools, and resources you need to navigate the changes ahead for our industry.

FOR THE ENTIRE PUBLISHING INDUSTRY! This conference offers a unique opportunity to learn from industry peers, share your own challenges and successes, and network with other professionals who are on the same path. Discover the latest innovations and initiatives that can make an impact on your sales, rights and permissions, marketing, audiobooks, ebooks, printing, distribution, and more.

Arm yourself with knowledge, forge invaluable connections, and join the vanguard of publishing professionals shaping the future of the industry. Join us in Nashville, September 24-26 for the conference that will help us all break down silos and strengthen the book publishing community.

WHEN & WHERE:

September 24 – 26, 2024
Nashville, TN
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Downtown (Reserve your room)

WHO SHOULD ATTEND:

The Firebrand Group Industry Conference is NOT only for Firebrand Group clients. Anyone involved within the publishing industry will benefit from this newly conceptualized 3-day event, including:

  • Executives seeking insights and innovations to help move their companies forward.
  • Publishing professionals in Editorial, Production, Manufacturing, Rights, Design, Ebook Creation, and more.
  • Marketing, Publicity, and Sales experts, and anyone else interested in finding new and innovative ways to increase book discoverability and sales.
  • Corporate Insights, Business Ops, and Data Analysts interested in data and reporting strategies, best practices, and innovations.
  • And any other members of the publishing community who are interested in learning about how to navigate our ever-changing marketplace!

What if I’ve been in publishing for decades?

Our goal for this conference is to provide the most informative and practical programming possible, and to provide real value to each attendee regardless of their seniority or experience. We are pursuing industry professionals with broad experience to share their insights, advice, and best practices in panel discussions and presentations, and we are ensuring that our breakout sessions have ample time for audience conversation. Firebrand conferences have always been characterized by high-quality presenters and practical advice, with a focus on learning what others in the industry are doing and understanding the current trends and challenges we are all facing. We encourage highly interactive sessions that allow everyone in the audience to ask questions, learn at their own level, and glean insights from the input of others.

We are seeking speakers on a wide range of topics, including: Accessibility, Rights & Permissions, Distribution, Royalties, Retail, Supply Chain, Amazon, Printing, Ebooks, Audiobooks, Comics/Graphic Novels, Marketing , Publicity, and International Sales. We will release more information on confirmed sessions and speakers as we get closer to the event. Be sure to sign up for our newsletter to stay in the loop!

SCHEDULE:

Our schedule is currently being developed, but we have a wireframe available now. As it is defined and adjusted, you’ll be able to see the details on our registration site.

PRICING:

Early Bird Registration: $599 (Ends June 30, 2024)
Standard Registration: $699

Attending with multiple people from your company? Everyone gets a $50 discount off the registration fee! Just use code GROUP at checkout.

LODGING & TRAVEL:

The Firebrand Group Industry Conference will be held at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Downtown in Nashville, TN. The entire hotel has been recently renovated, including their lovely guest rooms (the Doubletree offers valet parking only, with a $55 per night fee).

We have secured a special room rate of $269 per night plus tax for this event, either for a king bed or two queen beds. The room block will expire on August 27, 2024, so be sure to make your reservations before then! Use this link to reserve your room now, or use Group Code 938 if you call the Doubletree reservations line (1-800-222-8733).

Traveling to Nashville is easy!

Nashville International Airport (BNA) is about 9 miles from the hotel, just a short 20 minute drive or ride share.

CALL FOR SPEAKERS:

We are currently accepting speaker proposals from publishing professionals interested in presenting at the Firebrand Group Industry Conference (FGIC). With an estimated 125-150 attendees from across the publishing industry, this conference provides a forum to share best practices, advice, challenges, and successes, as well as learn from and network with industry peers.

The programming at FGIC will focus on adapting to change in the publishing industry and how to take attendees’ companies & roles to the next level. We are looking for speakers that will help publishing professionals tackle modern day challenges and shifts in the industry with practical advice and real world examples.

The conference will include multiple breakout sessions, with opportunities for both individual speakers and panel discussions. Speakers at FGIC will receive a discount on registration for the event.

Not a speaker? No worries! You can also give us feedback on what topics you’d like discussed.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: MARCH 15, 2024

Guidelines for Speakers:

  • Speaking sessions are not sales opportunities. Speakers agree not to use the conference as a platform for selling services, products, or merchandise.
  • Practical and actionable sessions are preferred! Give real world examples and advice.
  • Sessions will average about one hour, but may be longer.

SUBMIT A SPEAKER/TOPIC PROPOSAL HERE

If you have any questions or comments, please reach out to Joshua Tallent at joshua@firebrandtech.com.

SPONSORSHIPS:

The Firebrand Group Industry Conference is a unique opportunity to connect with your industry peers and potential clients in a friendly, cooperative setting. With an estimated 125-150 professionals among the publishing industry, this conference provides a forum for attendees to share their challenges and successes, as well as learn from and network with industry peers. Sponsor tables will be positioned centrally to the conference events, and multiple opportunities will begiven for attendees to visit sponsor tables.

Limited Sponsorships are available! Download our Sponsorship Guide here

Contact us today to reserve your spot!