Reclaiming the Narrative The Shifting Media Landscape and What It Means for Your Livelihood

Media is changing faster than ever, and the consequences are not just cultural, they are economic. From newsroom layoffs and platform shifts to misinformation, creator economies, AI, and the decline of trusted local outlets, the stories that shape public opinion are increasingly shaped by new power players and new incentives. This session will explore how communities, leaders, entrepreneurs, and institutions can reclaim their narratives in a fragmented media landscape. Panelists will discuss what these shifts mean for visibility, credibility, business growth, civic power, and long term economic opportunity, and how individuals and organizations can use media more strategically to protect their livelihoods, build influence, and tell stories that move people to action. Charles Blow, American Journalist, Commentator And Former Op-Ed Columnist For The New York Times And Political Analyst For Msnbc Ashley Allison, Cnn Commentator, Owner Of The Root, And Ceo And Watering Hole Media April Ryan, Reporter, author, White House Correspondent for Contrarian News, and Host of The Tea with April Ryan Ebony Mcmorris, White House Correspondent At American Urban Radio Networks Elizabeth Booker Houston, Lawyer, Public Health Professional, Stand-Up Comedian, And Political Commentator Errin Haines, Editor-At-Large And Founding Mother At The 19th.