WHAT FELLOWS ARE SAYING
“The sessions were of great value to me and appreciate everyone involved. Wish i could spend several more days with this group.”
Wesley Armstead
“After attending Kneeland, i can pass it forward AND share my leadership with members of my team.”
Colleen Seitz
“When you become a News Director you don’t really get a manual. you don’t even really get training regardless of what you previously did in your career. It’s both exactly what you thought and nothing like what you thought. Kneeland offers some structure and familiarity. You see that your issues are our issues and that some systems and organization can get things out of the way so you can focus on the real part of this job.”
J. Arlen Bates
“We might go down in the books as class during the pandemic and the leadership taught us that nothing is impossible. Kneeland guides you to find the most creative things you didn’t know you had in you. Covid-Class of 2020″
Moana Ramirez
“It was wonderful to be in the same room as top local news managers from around the country. We all learned from each other, and are taking home with us action items to make our newsrooms a better place!”
Martin Ortiz
“I expected professional development at Kneeland, but I was surprised and delighted at the amount of personal development that I received as well. This is one of the only news training programs that understands how essential it is to combine both work and life development. I leave with powerful insights into how to be a better manager, colleague, friend and person. Thank you! #RocksInFirst”
Wendy Warrren
“Thank you for making this such an inclusive and informative experience!”
Jennifer Martin
“I left Kneeland with a great new group of friends, eye-opening insights and a TANGIBLE action plan to bring back to my newsroom. Even though we were virtual, I feel like I actually spent three days in-person with these people. Bravo, Kneeland Project!!”
Jen Wallace
“This is by far the most valuable leadership opportunity I have been a part of. The execution, people and topics, are very relevant and touch some of the main challenges newsroom leaders face.”
Staci-Lyn Onofre
“Kneeland is an amazing experience! Being a news manager is challenging. This program has given me the tools to succeed. It also stresses the importance of work-life balance. Kneeland exceed all of my expectations. I will use what I’ve learned for years to come.”
Kimberly Eller
“The Kneeland Project exceeded my expectations. I am able to take tangible and real ideas that I can implement into my news organization today, tomorrow and throughout the year. I made connections with like-minded leaders that deal with the same real issues that I do. I highly recommend The Kneeland Project and am proud to be a Fellow. Even after 30+ years in this business, I still have much to learn and share.”
Nick Genty
“I came to Kneeland to become a better manager and came to better understand that starts with better management of myself. Self-care is something we all think about, but rarely focus on. Kneeland taught me to schedule my life: to make me, my friends and family a priority. If we don’t unplug and take time for ourselves, we’re going to burn out, if we haven’t already. And, that’s not good for our teams, families, career or health.”
Maria Miller
“This immersive experience is designed to challenge leaders as we navigate the evolving demands and incredible responsibilities of good journalism. It’s inspiring to know what I can bring back to my newsroom. My goal is also the help others learn and incorporate the ideas and approaches we have acquired at The Kneeland Project.”
Rebecca Johnson
“The Kneeland Project has easily been the most enlightening and empowering few days of my career. I left Austin with planned, achievable ways to make my newsroom better and to improve my work-life balance. In addition, the relationships I’ve made here will offer another great resource throughout my career. I’d highly recommend the experience for any friends or coworkers.”
Josh Gorbutt
“Kneeland is a great combination of learning, sharing and doing. But it’s possible the most valuable part is the networking. How often do you get to put aside the competition and work together to make journalism better? I will recommend Kneeland to news manager now and for years to come. I hope it remains as vibrant as it is now – no matter the challenges our business encounters. Thank you for this opportunity.”
Jessica Bobula
“Inclusion, fairness and diversity are works that are often thrown around by corporate execs. However, as a black and Japanese man who has worked in the #2 market and at the national level, those words seem hollow. However, The Kneeland Project has given me the hope that those words are more than buzz words.”
Todd Reed
“Other news manager trainings often only scratch the surface when it comes to discussion of issues facing newsrooms, often because they’re forced to teach to the least-experienced people in the room. Kneeland sets the bar high, provides a deep dive in a thought-provoking way, and clearly sets its expectations high. I kept hearing about how great it is – it’s way beyond that!”
Allison Gibson
“From coaching to ethics to research and so much more, The Kneeland Project gave me tangible ideas and techniques to be a better journalist and news director.”
Craig Smullen
“Attending Kneeland far exceeded all of my expectations! I left Austin a much more confident, empowered and excited journalist. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Emily Thompson
“Of all training programs I’ve attended, I got the most out of The Kneeland Project. It included real situations that can translate to any newsroom no matter the size. I feel much more prepared to take the next step in my career.”
Hunter Stone
“As journalists, we spend time working to make our communities better, but rarely do the same for ourselves. Kneeland has given us that gift; the gift of reminding us of our responsibility to do better journalism, but also how to be better people. I am in awe.”
Journalists
“I wish my entire staff could experience Kneeland. I know the honor and the burden is on me to share what I learned, and coach them to go beyond their job titles in the hopes that they will be able to attend.”
Mario Orellana
“This experience gives you all the tools to be a great, impactful leader. It’s up to you to make sure you use them.”
Vicki Bradley, Tallahassee, FL, Scripps
“Kneeland gave me important new tools and perspectives to make changes to our newsroom that I’ve been wanting to make for some time, as well as others I had not thought of before.”
Bob Goldberger
“As a leader, you sometimes wonder what you are doing is the right thing…making the right decision. Kneeland has given me extraordinary confidence and inspiration. Now I know I’m doing the right thing.”
Cary Hernandez
“Kneeland is profoundly impactful for busy news executives who spend precious little time on themselves and their career growth. I came away armed with practical and measurable steps to improve business results while protecting my work-life balance.”
Carol Fowler
“The Kneeland Project far exceeded my expectations. What I learned here is invaluable. I can’t wait to apply what I learned in my newsroom.”
Mark Farrell
“Refreshing and invigorating! The Kneeland Project gave me the tools to not only become a better leader but also help our staff reach the next level.”
Miguel Fernandez
“The Kneeland Project exceeded my expectations when it comes to leadership and management training. I am headed back to my station more confident and empowered to make the necessary changes to be a better manager and improve our news organization.”
Renata Stiehl
I came here as a burned out assistant news director. This seminar was truly life changing. From scheduling to ethics, I’m walking away with tools I will use the rest of my personal and professional life.
Amy Henderson
“Being a leader in the newsroom can be challenging but with the toolbox that The Kneeland Project gave me, I believe I can make a valuable impact in the way we think, vet and plan in the newsroom.”
Ana Hernandez
“Kneeland is exactly what I needed to take my leadership to a new level. I arrived thinking I knew how I wanted to manage. I left feeling inspired, invigorated and ready for change.”
Rachel Lebedin
“This is the best news management training, period. Kneeland provides specific, focused small steps that are life-changing and will benefit our newsroom for years to come.”
Matt Ernst
“The Kneeland Project offers a refreshing and enlightening perspective on newsroom leadership, and outstanding training that allows and enables Fellows to be more effective leaders while also building a balanced life. I am so happy I came.”
Tim Maestas
“Coming to the training, I didn’t know exactly what to expect. Leaving the training, I feel reborn with new tools and a renewed passion to be the best leader for our newsroom.”
Keith W. Bliven
“The opportunity to bond and connect with like-minded leaders from across the country was unparalleled. We set aside company owners and affiliations to just discuss this crazy job we call life. They say chance favors the prepared mind. After Kneeland, my mind feels much more prepared.”
Ryan Mott
“So many trainings for news managers are dry, boring affairs that could be handled through email. Kneeland will challenge you like you didn’t think possible. Engaging instructors and pertinent, timely discussion topics make Kneeland stand out as a top experience in my news career.”
Ryan Robertson
“As a 30-year news veteran and first time news director, this old newshound certainly learned new tricks. The legacy left behind by Carole Kneeland will certainly impact future leaders fighting to keep the Free Press free.”
Mel Watson
“This has been the best training experience of my life. What I learned and had reinforced by this experience has motivated me to make our newsroom work on a much higher level. I feel reinvigorated and motivated to tackle what’s next and I have been provided the skillset to make that happen. Thank you for expanding my toolbox.”
Brad Hyatt
“Kneeland will change your life” they said. This conference exceeds expectations and most definitely solidified my path in journalism. I left feeling like I have the skills and support to lead my team even better with all I’ve learned at The Kneeland Project.”
Lisa Chavez
“Inspiring. Applicable. The Kneeland Project was such valuable time to learn new things, affirm to keep doing other things, and to build new relationships with smart people who walk in the same shoes. These four days have changed me as a leader for the better.”
PJ O’Keefe
“Kneeland was an invaluable career-changing experience, giving me lessons I will take back to my team that I know will not only help me grow as a leader, but help those around me as well.”
Matt Johnson
“I left Kneeland with an action plan…or two! This was amazing. To be gifted TIME and experience and guidance from our coaches was amazing.”
Mandi Johnston Mendoza
“The lessons, friendships and connections are the biggest takeaways from my experience at The Kneeland Project. I have no doubt that I will improve as a leader, and I can directly attribute that to what I learned at Kneeland.”
KC Downey
“Kneeland may be the most impactful training I’ve ever done. Not only were the sessions incredibly valuable – I think the relationships I made will have a significant and lasting impact on me as a leader.”
Michelle Bonnett
“In the fast-paced world of broadcast news, it’s incredibly refreshing and a game-changing experience to come together at Kneeland and discuss best practices. We head back to our newsroom ready to foster the next gen of journalism.”
Stacey Robertson
“The Kneeland Project gave me specific skills and strategies that will help me grow as a leader, and make a major impact in my newsroom in the areas of content, coaching and audience growth. I’ve participated in many training opportunities in 22 years, this is far and away the most thoughtful, useful and impactful program for managers.”
Aaron Wische
“This training helped me to learn so many things that, as a news director, you simply don’t inherently know. I wish every television news manager in America could attend The Kneeland Project.”
Al Quartemont
“While we are always learning, after many years as a news director, I gained more valuable insight and tips than I ever imagined. Well worth the time away from the newsroom!”
Lisa Patrow
“The Kneeland Project brings together many different journalists… background, market size and experiences. Fantastic! This training session is a valuable tool for everyone. The presenters are energized and really get you thinking about what we do. Thank you for the experience! I’m taking back actionable ideas to improve our newsroom.”
Rick Moll
“This is the first time I’ve walked away from a seminar with actionable items ready to implement.”
Kathleen Gerrow
“I’m in my first role as a news manager. So far, I, and my newsroom, have been surviving. I’m walking away from Kneeland with actionable ideas to help us thrive. Even being able to exchange ideas with other leaders during free time was immeasurable. I’m heading home with ideas, energy and, most of all, hope.”
Nicole Ebat
“The Kneeland Project really helped give me focus as a new news director. I will value my time more, coach my team to greatness and always remember RESPONSIBLE JOURNALISM MATTERS.”
Brian Nemitz
“The Kneeland Project is an invaluable source of information for any news mangers looking to LEARN or hone their skills.”
Shareef Abul-Ela
“I really value my experience as a Kneeland Fellow. From the sessions to the interaction with other news directors and managers in the business, I’m going back to my team with a new perspective.”
Aysu Basaran
“This experience gave me a new way of looking at my role in the newsroom. I came away feeling inspired.”
Lisa Blegen
“No matter your market size or experience level, you will learn something new, not only from the trainers but also from your fellow Kneeland Fellows.”
Linda Kicak
“Participating in The Kneeland Project is by far one of the best experiences in my career. Thanks for opening the doors for me to carry the torch started in honor of Carole Kneeland to excel in journalism excellence.”
Galean Stewart-James
“I am not alone! It’s easy to get overwhelmed in the day-to-day operations of a newsroom. This was valuable because – I am not alone! I met 19 other news leaders who are dealing with the same challenges. Now we have the skills to go back to our newsrooms and make an impact – and effect change. Thank you, Kneeland!”
Nicole Wolfe
“The Kneeland Project is a fantastic small-group training opportunity that has made me a stronger manager to help lead our newsroom.”
Melissa Greenstein
“I am so energized and inspired to go back into the newsroom! The sessions were insightful and though-provoking. There was a specific roadmap on how to effect change and impact these people we work with. My former Fellows have been a great resource and I’m convinced our relationships will continue. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!”
Brenda DeAnda-Swan
“The pressures of being a news director have been crushing me. The Kneeland Project has been invaluable, life-saving in fact, in re-setting my focus and giving me 19 more peers in my corner. I am grateful!”
Curtis Hancock
“I am so motivated to take what I’ve learned, work with my team, and create an even better newsroom. What we do – DOES MATTER!”
Patience Hettrick
“Invaluable training. Thank you all for sharing your years of experience with us to make us better. My boss has been to Kneeland. I see this training and coaching happening every day in our newsroom. I can’t wait to go back to the newsroom with the training I learned.”
Melissa Williams
“Carole Kneeland set a high standard for news directors to meet. This program reminds us all that what we do is important, and doing it well is a sacred responsibility both for our audience and our employees. This is our calling, and Kneeland reignited that flame.”
Tim Ryan
“I wasn’t fully sure what to expect when I came to The Kneeland Project. As I leave, I realize that it was the most helpful leadership training forum that I’ve ever attended. It was a good reset and gave me new tools and action ideas and techniques to improve my leadership approach and improve communications and coaching experiences. I know that while I personally benefitted from Kneeland, what I learned will also positively impact others in my newsroom and TV station.”
David Hurlburt
“The Kneeland Project was a great time to learn and reflect. What an opportunity!”
David Strickland
“I’ve spent 17 years working as a journalist. This program helped me remember the reasons why I wanted to become a journalist.”
Jenelle Shriver
“Being a leader is hard work and it can be incredibly lonely. The Kneeland Project lets you know you are not alone, that others are in the same position, and are facing the same struggles. And, more importantly, in addition to a sense of community, you walk away with the tools to be a better leader.”
Eli George
“The Kneeland Project forces you to dig deep and really examine who you are as a leader versus who you want to become. It then gives you the tools to reach that goal and then re-examine it again.”
Tracie McKinney
“The Kneeland Project went above and beyond my expectations. I feel like I will be walking back into my newsroom armed with new skills and ways of thinking about things. The last few days have definitely made me a stronger leader.”
Julie Flynn
“The Kneeland Project gave me a new perspective on how to better coach the journalists of tomorrow to protect the power of journalism.”
Ernesto Romero
“As a newsroom leader and with the responsibility for me to inform my community, I will always say “my community is my responsibility.” Now I think about my newsroom and those under me and I think about the responsibility I have with my team. I must coach them so they can be the next leaders.”
Victor Rodriguez-Tafoya
“This experience challenged me to look at myself my team, my organization, and our industry differently. I now understand why the managers who had the most significant impact on me – did. They are all Kneeland Fellows. I am humbled and honored to be part of this group of strong, ethical journalists working to protect the integrity of what we do and coach our leaders of tomorrow.”
Raquel Divina Amparo
“This training far exceeded my expectations. The open dialogue about ethics, newsroom culture and finding a work/life balance will make me a better leader in my newsroom and community.”
Ryan Hawes
“I think this training has given me the tools to be a more effective manager and leader in my newsroom and station.”
Amy Sullivan
“The Kneeland Project offers an outstanding opportunity to learn many facets of effectively leading a newsroom, whether you’re just getting started as a manager or have been at it for many years.”
Rick Gall
“The Carole Kneeland Project is an invaluable experience that every news manager should participated in. It’s thought provoking and will help to see your newsroom through a different lens.”
Loni Blandford
“Normally when I am away from the newsroom for extended time off, I dread the return due to the dig-out/catch up. This time, I can’t wait to get back and implement as much as possible to our newsroom. Thank you, thank you, thank you!”
Ryan Lobenstein
“This was a game changer for my career. The lessons learned were engaging and practical. Tools shared were tangible goals and processes that are making a real difference in my newsroom. I love sharing stories and gaining ideas from my peers in the room. This was an awesome experience. I learned so much and am delighted that I was forced to think outside my comfort zone. The lessons learned at Kneeland will help the rest of my career.”
Tina Commodore
“This is training every newsroom leader should make a priority – for their staff, for new and innovative ideas and for their own personal growth and development (and sanity!) In this day of “fake news,” The Kneeland Project is an outstanding reminder true journalism is still alive and being carried out and cultivated in newsrooms and communities across the country.”
Kim Wilhelm
“Take the time for yourself, your newsroom and your profession. It’s an investment sure to pay dividends. The Kneeland Project packs a lot into a few days, because it’s not your typical training seminar. It’s so, so much more.”
Jonathan Shelley
This program should give everyone not just hope, but assurance, that American journalism is alive, healthy and in very good hands. Every one of these participants will go back to their newsrooms and apply what they’ve learned, ensuring the Kneeland reach will be far and wide.
Kim Holt
I came here with high expectations because so many people I respect cherish this experience. Now I understand why: this is life-changing. I am completely blown away by the staff, the sessions and the group of news managers. These lessons and relationships will be the cornerstones as I build on my career. Thank you!
Matt Waggoner
I am a better leader news director and journalist as a result of my time with the Kneeland Project
Alexander Quince
News Director
Go. Go to Kneeland one of the great challenges about being a news director is that on a daily basis you are confronted with the insanify of the position – at Kneeland you find the fellowship with those experiencing the same, unique adventure. And better, the program provides tools, voices and perspective that will have a direct impact on improving and growing any news director. I strongly recommend attending the Kneeland Project.
Jeff Harris
There isn’t a playbook for this job. I leave here as a better coach with it other teammates to elp me figure out the best plays back at home in my newsroom.
Brian Gregory
This has been a life-changing experience it feels good knowing that I’m not alone whether you’re in market #^ or market #^50 – we all face the same challenges and struggles
David Marino
I learned more the first of this conference than I’ve ever learned during the entire course of any other conference. This has absolutely changed my life.
Tammy Phillips
This is the best news director training I’ve ever had. I just wish I’d done it years ago. The instruction and camaraderie were outstanding.
Jenny Martinez
It doesn’t matter if you’re a new news director or a veteran news director, this is one of the best learning experiences you’ll ever have. You will learn you’re not alone and will make life-long friends who will help you find the answers to your questions.
Robert Thomas
It’s never too late to attend the right journalism conference. Being a news-manager is like fighting wild grass fires. This allowed me to fill my pumper truck.
Joe Terrell
The Kneeland Project is an amazing experience. It’s a forward-thinking back-to-basics experience that reminds us of the role we play, the value we bring, and the impact we have on our society. It’s sobering and invigorating at the same time.
Matt Parcell
The Kneeland Project is a life-changing experience, the tools I learned at Kneeland will benefit my career, my station and my community for years to come.
Ismael Martinez
This has been a turning point in my career.
Suzanne Nadall
Simply put, these four days at the Kneeland Project were the four most pivotal days of my professional career.
Josh Morgan
I came as a news director, I am leaving as a coach. Engaging and informative, the Kneeland Project was a blast of important, timely information that provided effective solutions to real problems facing my newsroom.
Randy Bain
Don’t come to this program unless you don’t want to change your life, I’m a news person with refreshed ideas on making positive changes in my newsroom and life.
Robin Whitmeyer
I have always been a big proponent of training for other people on my team there was never enough time for me to get away for training of my own. After just a few days at the Knwwleand Project, I now understand that my team is better because of what I have learned and how I can pay-it-forward
J. Michael McCormick
News Director
I had no idea what I was in for when I was accepted to the Kneeland Project, After coming home, and starting to put what I’ve learned into action, I can tell you what I learned was life changing! My only regret is that I didn’t apply to attend sooner in my career. The systems I’ve learned to help me get my staff and myself together are already making a positive impact in my newsroom. I wish I’d known and worked with Carole Kneeland. I do know her friends and colleagues who are carrying on her legacy and life’s work have changed my life for the better
David D’Aquin
News Director
Profoundly unique.
Benji Snead
News Director
I have to admit – I was not really looking forward to this conference, I’m brand new to my job, had corporate meetings the week prior, am in the process of launching a new graphics package launch, and May sweeps just around the corner. But – holy moly! Kneeland was better than I ever imagined. This was great for me. I now have a concrete strategy for ht most important issues confronting my newsroom. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
Mike Redding
News Director
The Kneeland Project is a must for all first-time news directors. On-the-job training only goes so far. The skills I have learned over the last three days will change my station and bring balance back to my day.
Greg Turchetta
News Director
I am so appreciative of the opportunity to attend Kneeland. The program was packed with great information that will help me as a leader and also better prepare my newsroom for changes in the industry.
Beth Jensen
News Director
The most impactful training that I have had as a news-leader. It will have an immediate positive impact on my day-to-day life.
Bob Healey
News Director
The Kneeland Project is an invigorating experience that reenergizes my performance as a leader in the newsroom.
Carolina Nunez
News Director
I have always had a passion for news, I feel like the Kneeland Project gave me the tools I needed to sustain my passion long term without sacrificing my family time.
Jennifer Dale
News Director
This was an amazing experience that not only taught me new skills but also was rejuvenating as well.
Sarah Miles
News Director
The Kneeland Project gave me great and useful information and training. I am excited about getting back to work and applying everything I learned.
Christy Moreno
News Director
Kneeland was a great experience for me as a manager. The training and camaraderie will benefit throughout my whole career.
Jenna Huff
News Director
As a news director, I’m expected to have a vast toolkit that can address the many challenges we face on a daily basis, I feel like my toolkit just got a whole lot bigger filled with all kinds of new tools to help me meet the challenges ahead and I now have a team to call on when the instruc-
Susan D’Astoli
News Director
I’ve attended many training sessions in my career. Kneeland is the best. I provided the most actionable, current training. It directly addressed real-world problems in an honest and unvarnished way. the Kneeland Project understands the challenges of being a news director and provides genuine solutions for personal and professional growth.
Fred D’Ambrosi
News Director
As a new dad, it is critical I find time to spend with my family. In this job, it’s not easy. Through Kneeland, I now have a guide to be a better father, husband, and news director.
Austin Kellerman
News Director
This seminar provided me with an enlightening and stimulating experience and I learned a tremendous amount that I will be able to apply at my station. I am very grateful.
Sandra Thomas
News Director
It was, still is, very useful for me to have participated in The Kneeland Project in 2006. I learned many new things which I implemented into my newsrooms. The result _ more harmonious teams, more focused employees, and better products on air. It was a fascinating experience that I highly…
Esteban Creste
News Director
On my way for the job interview and the night before, I spent quite a while reviewing all my notes and reading materials from Kneeland 2000. I think it should be a news director’s bible.
Kyle Brinkman
News Director
It exceeded my expectations. I’ve been to many of these and haven’t always felt that it was a good use of my time. I really got a great deal out of this program and would recommend it to many others in the TV business.
Tracy Gallien Rogers
News Director
Any journalism leadership program that carries the name of Carole Kneeland better be good, The Carole Kneeland Project doesn’t disappoint. I manage my time better. I’m more direct and clear with the people who work for me. I’m more capable of helping them identify and meet our priorities to be better journalists and offer more value to our viewers. Like Caorle said, “it’s never the wrong time to do the right thing”. Being a part of the Carole Kneeland Project is certainly one of those right things.
Kevin Brennan
News Director
Simply put, it’s the best conference/seminar I have ever taken part in. The intensity and the focus are incredible.
Matt Brown
News Director
The Carole Kneeland Project is a must for any news director. after going through the class, you will think about your job differently. You will think about your employees differently, You will not only become a better manager. You will become a better person.
Mark Pipitone
News Director
The Carole Kneeland Project provided me with tools, resources, and a support system I refer to on an almost daily basis. I highly recommend The Carole Kneeland Project.
Melanie Henry
News Director
I’ve been in the business for a long time, and have been a news director in several shops. I left Kneeland with a fresh perspective, and with concrete operational ideas, I put into action the day I returned. It is a must-attend not only for rookie News Directors but for the seasoned leaders who are smart enough to know there is a real growth opportunity at Kneeland.
Al Corral
News Director
This experience was EXCELLENT in all ways imaginable. it is hands the best training I have received in my nearly 20 year career. I have completed the course armed with real life skills that I am putting into practice daily and am realizing the result every single day.
Denise Vickers
News Director
I’d like to thank the Carole Kneeland Project for helping teach me to be a better teacher. attending the 2006 NDDP has left me exhilarated inspired, Empowered, and — Most importantly — prepared to better lead my newsroom.
Michael Fabac
News Director
There isn’t a playback for this job. I leave here as better coach with
Mike Neely
News Director
My training with the Carole Kneeland Project influences just about every decision I make as a newsroom manager. I refer to my notes routinely and pass on the wisdom to our other newsroom managers. the training is vital bedrock in building a thinking and independent journalism staff.
Shane Moreland
News Director
There’s magic in the Kneeland Fellowsip. Thank you for allowing me the chance to touch it and be invigorated by it I now know the glow that past Fellows have described. The Kneeland project is a vital tool to help us capitalize on today’s opportunities and embrace the changes that are impacting journalism all across the country.
Tom Lindner
Vp, News
The program gave me so much useful information and even more importantly the practical advice on how to turn these ideas into reality
Jeff Brogan
News Director
The program gave me so much useful information and even more importantly, the practical advice on how to turn these ideas into reality.
Sandy Sirias
News Director
Keep up the excellent work You are helping to save our business
Gary LaPlante
News Director
I can’t begin to convey how valuable and inspiring my time at kneeland was. It’s a metric that even apple or Google couldn’t quantify.
Karen Koutsky
News Director
Kneeland not only prepares you to be a better news director, but also gives you the plan to make it happen. As happy as news directors are to attend Kneeland, I’m sure their newsroom will be even happier.
Bryan Mcgruder
VP, News
The Kneeland Project was by far the best training I’ve received as a news director.
Cindy Aubrey
News Director
“The Kneeland Project was a ‘stop-and-smell-the-roses’ moment for me. invaluable. I learned that I was doing some tings right and that I needed to do lots of things better. As a news director, I want to be the best steward I ca of what …I’ve been entrusted to manage and lead. Journalism demands my best and it deserve my best. Thanks to all of you — trainers and fellow — who took the time to lead me in a better direction. on top of all that, it was great fun — I renewed some friendships and made some new life-long friends.”
Chuck Maulden
News Director
“The Kneeland Project was one of those moments in my career where our purpose as journalists becomes more clear. As journalist it is vital to step back and allow ourselves time to review our role in our communities. This past week of study and peer support allowed for an inspiring opportunity to learn Thank you.”
Juli Buehler
News Director
“The Kneeland Project has provided me with the skills and the knowledge to make my first venture as a news director a successful one. I’ve already recommended it to others.”
Kevin King
News Director
“To lead dynamic, smart, inquisitive people who seek growth and inspiration is a tremendous challenge. The Kneeland Project equipped me to do just that. The variety of topics and the expertise of the trainers were exceptional! Add to that, I met a group of fantastic news directors who I believe will be lifelong friends! I am so grateful for this experience. every news director in our country should be required to attend.”
Triston Sanders
News Director
This was the second time I’ve had the honor to take part in the kneeland project; once again it did not disappoint. I left with a slew of ideas for improving the newsroom and my personal life. The seminars were active and engaging. I learned something new from each session and from each of the fellows. The kneeland Project should be on top of each newsroom leader’s must do checklist.
Taiju Takahashi
News Director
Everyone left with a deep appreciation for the presentors who clearly are exceptional in their ability to keep attendees focused and very involved in discussions. The protocol presented on the many nuances of social media left everyone armed with new ideas for their staff. This is definitely a worthwhile project experience for all who are serious about learning more and sharing more.
Dennis Smith
News Director
Being surreound by such innovative and experienced leaders for even just four days ave me the insight, techniques, and tangible take-away that I will draw upon for the rest of my career, and even beyond the workplace. Kneeland gave me a new outlook, bursting with ideas and solutions, along with a roadmap to success as a news director, and as a leader.
Brandon Mercer
News Director
News directors are not an easy to love bunch. Not much sympathy for “the boss” out there. However, as the complexity of the job increases, so does the need for opportunities like the Kneeland Project. it is an essential step for any news director looking to make an impact and move journalism forward
Sinan Sadar
News Director
I’m a new news director and ave the advantage of implementing so much without rockin the boat” I feel empowered and excited about all this new knowledge. The Kneeland Project has opened my eyes to the positive opportunities that can take our newsroom to the next successful level. And the strategies are not unaattainable — they’re realistic, practical, and ultimately exactly what we need to do our jobs even better. Thank you so much”
Jaime Copley
News Director
There are not enough words to express my gratitude to the trainers and organizers and funders of the kneeland project. if you are fortunate enough to be chosen to attend, please do take notes. you will find everything of great value for you and your team.
Carlos Tamez
News Director
I’ve been in four different newsrooms in the past 14 ears. but this was the first news director training I’ve experience. The sessions were well planned and spurred important conversation with my new friends. Joan Barrett’s leadership makes wish I would have worked for her I will return to my news team energized and full of actionable ideas. I know these will help me improve as an effective newsroom leader who puts people before product
Peggy Phillips
News Director
The Kneeland Project is a godsend to those of us who work relentlessly to try to uphold the highest standards of local television broadcasting. Attending and participating was a refreshing inspirational, and necessary experience that I will never forget
Mark Platte
News Director
“The trainers broke down everything we learned into practical applications for my newsroom. some of the most valuable time was spent picking the brains of the trainers and my colleagues after the sessions. I left with action plans for things and I believe they will help my newsroom move forward.”
Bruce Barkley
News Director
What a fantastic engaging learning experience. It doesn’t matter if you are a new news director or have held the job for a decade — you will walk away with valuable information. You will have a renewed sense of your commitment to journalism on all platforms and you will gain a room full of colleagues that you can turn to for advice.
Julie Szulzewski
News Director
“Attending the kneeland project has armed me with the tools to become a much more effective news director. The lessons were tangible, The takeaways specific, and the relationships are ones I will hold onto for a lifetime. I would recommend this program to anyone who takes their growth seriously as a news leader. And it is a great program which to donate if you really care about journalism.”
Rashida Jones
News Director
“I wish I had experienced this workshop when I first became a news director. It would have saved a lot of frustration and painful learning.”
Wed Finley
News Director
Kneeland has reenergized and refocused me as I return to my newsroom I now have specific tactics to employ to transform from a manager into a leader and coach. I am so grateful for all the bright minds willing to share their knowledge, time and experience with us so that we can share it with more bright minds.
Rebecca Sapakie
News Director
“What a great experience! I’m walking away with so many tangible ideas to benefit my newsroom and career. I will never forget this forum”
John Laughrin
News Director
“The Kneeland Project was everything I had hoped for and much more. A lot of us think we know what we’re doing as news directors, and we do. However, Now we know how to do our jobs better. The information the instructors share is enlightening and delivers those “ah ha” moments. I would venture to say the kneeland project is not only an incredible experience, but that it should be required for every news director. I just can’t say enoug positive things.”
Nate Kuester
News Director
The Kneeland Project provided a wealthy of valuable information. Thank you.
Todd Karli
News Director
Kneeland is a transformative and reaffirming program. I learned several ways I can improve my newsroom coach staff, and groom new leaders, as well as how to handle the stresses and pressures of bein a news director in a healthy way. I can’t recommend this program enough for news directors.
Matt Kummer
News Director
“I am re-energized and thankful that I was selected to participate in this leadership opportunity that has allowed me to re-energized my own news department with useful tools.”
Darryl Huger
News Director
“I’ve attended several conferences and seminars that inspire and give ideas. But the Kneeland Project went a gigantic step further in helping me create action plans and implement a new culture in my newsroom. The time at Kneeland empowered me by showing I have support have fellow news directors to call, and strategies to fall ack on when I need them.”
Stephanie Hedrick
News Director
“Kneeland is often described as an experience and now I know why. The forum brought together a cohort of news directors from across the nation and provided invaluable tools for practical use while developing long-term “buddies for a successful future. it was like a tune-up for news directors! I highly recommend it — It’s definitely with the time and investment.”
Lauren Macias-Cervantes
News Director
“kneeland was a transformative training experience for me as a news director. it was inspiring useful and taught me ways to improve my leadership and ways to make my newsroom better.”
Erica Hill
News Director
“As a relatively new news director, this program is exactly what I needed to kick-start fresh ideas for my newsroom staff and for myself. open discussions with my peers and role-playing exercises helped me play out a variety of scenarios that I will — or already have faced — in my news — room. it was a real-world experience.”
Bernice Kearney
News Director
“This was the perfect training at the perfect time.”
Kelly Zuber
News Director
“Kneeland has been a fantastic experience that has armed me with practical tips to improve not only my newsroom – but myself too. I highly recommend this program for all news directors.”
Doug Wider
News Director
“This is the CPR I needed to jumpstart my work heart. The Kneeland Project gives you a rare chance to learn, grow, vent and challenge in a room of your peers. That alone is a priceless experience.”
Jennifer Hardy
News Director
“I was impressed with the breath and depth of news directors. There was something to be learned from small markets and big markets alike. Quality. Quality. Quality.”
Kelly Duffy
News Director
“The Kneeland experience was enlightening and extremely valuable. The focused program gave me very specific goals and ways to achieve them. I will be able to use what I learned to make immediate positive changes for our newsroom.”
Brennan Donnellan
News Director
” When you are overworked and overwhelmed, Kneeland is the necessary break our deserve. It’s the reboot a news director needs that will benefit you, your staff and most important the journalistic excellence we have to achieve to serve our communities.”
Mikel Schaefer
News Director
” Simply the best journalism training experience for news directors. The fellowship gave me real-life solutions to forge into the future as a core ethically sound newsroom and one ready to lead the digital area in our market ”
Chris Grogan
News Director
” I am a stronger leader because of the Kneeland Project News directors deal with so much in a day. We train, inspire, manage up and down, but we rarely get it back Thank you! ”
Kelly Woodard
News Director
” Kneeland provides a thought-provoking, collaborative experience that will help news directors at all levels easily implement actionable items in their leadership roles and newsrooms ”
Lee Rosenthal
News Director
” Thank you for the incredible opportunity to learn, share, and interact with peers. the training and faculty were amazing. this was, by far, the most organized, impactful training I’ve ever attended. ”
Mike Oliveira
News Director
” The kneeland project is fantastic! Not only does the training reinforce the core values and principles of journalism, it also provides valuable insight and tools for the future of journalism Thank you so much for this opportunity. ”
Dawn Hobby
News Director
” The Kneeland Project allowed me to reflect on the power and responsibility we have as journalists and re-energize me to lead my staff to even greater heights. ”
Dan Salamone
News Director
My participation at the Kneeland Project will not only benefit my career — It will enrich and reward my news staff for years to come.
Lisa Poster
News Director
The kneeland project was a life-changing experience. It was, by far, the best training I have ever received during my broadcasting career.
Kerrie Cavanaugh
News Director
It would in no way be an exaggeration to describe this experience as life — changing it was arguably the best investment of 3 1/2 days in my working career.
Paul Alexander
News Director
As a new news director, The kneeland project gave me the tools to tackle a big job and the confidence to know I can handle it. Add in the camaraderie of knowing you’re not alone and it makes it an experience I’d recommend to any news director.
Rich Kurz
News Director
I am very grateful for the opportunity to participate in this cutting-edge program. The training information I received will immediately benefit my life, career and relationships.
Paul Alexander
News Director
The kneeland Project is a must for news directors. General managers — You are guranteed a better manager in return
Renai Bodley
News Director
The Kneeland Project should be required for every news director on United States
Steve Hensley
News Director
Heading here I felt I didn’t have the time to spare for the program.. heading home, I cannot think of a better learning experience which is already helped me find extra time in my day.
Marybeth Jacoby
News Director
I had heard great things about kneeland and they were all accurate. I enjoyed the open discussions and the wide variety of topics. As a rand new news director, I look forward to implementing what I learned from the session.
Sam Eaton
News Director
I looked forward to getting out for the newsroom for a few days to attend the kneeland project. now I can’t wait to get back to the newsroom to make positive changes.
Russ Poteet
News Director
the entire experience was incredible. so many things were eye-opening that evolved into ah-ha moments. I now have a plan to move forward and most of all I learned to embrace what isn’t comfortable. I’ll onl let go once it becomes comfortable.
Scott Duff
News Director
This conference was one of the most influential experiences I’ve ever had in pursuit of instilling better journalism in my newsroom I will take these tools with me throughout my career.
Megan Dobbs
News Director
The Kneeland Project has been an amazing experience. I am walking away a much better news director tan when I first arrived.”
Jason Stevens
News Director
This has been an amazing experience where I learned new skills which will help me and my team. I will be a better leader for my team after the experience learned at the Kneeland project.
Carrie Hofmann
News Director
I am now focused on what I need to be doing — and I feel like I’m now better armed to tackle those things tat have been sabotaging my ability to lead
Scott Galloway
News Director
As a News Director of 34 years, I expected the Kneeland Project to reinvigorate me. it did but i also learned an incredible number of new, smart and practical things to make me a better steward of the newsrooms I manage. No matter your ears in the business, Kneeland will be the most meaningful learnin experience of your career.
Perry Boxx
News Director
I struggle finding balance in work and life. though this program and sharing with others, I think I can regain part of my life again . Thank you!
M. David Lee III
News Director
Technology changes — but Carole’s Philosophies transcend those changes
Renai Bodley
News Director
The Kneeland Project should be required for every news director in the united states.
Steve Hensley
News Director
When you think you’ve hit that wall in this crazy hectic world of journalism, there’s the kneeland project. I can’t tell you how refreshing it was to attend and learn from and with some of the best in the business. it;s a chance to disconnect and soak in journalism . I went back to my newsroom invigorated and inspired and the impact has been immeasurable. I was able to share with my managers and staff some of te insight and tools in takes to strengthen a newsroom. we are a better operation for having been at kneeland
Mikel Schaefer
News Director
By far, one of the most relevant, validating and inspiring learning experiences I’ve ever enjoyed. Te tools and the coaching — I will take back and apply in my newsroom. Thank you so much to the team.
Xochitl Sandoval
News Director
I feel like I learned more in three days than I have in years. I wish every news director could attend. It will make you better.
Taz Painter
News Director
I didn’t know Carole, but after this session, I feel like she is sitting next to me and guiding me. This was an amazing time and well worth the time it took out of the newsroom.
Mitch Jacob
News Director
The Kneeland project exceeded my expectations. The conference addressed my issues as a news director and opened my eyes to oter areas that I need to focus on. wonderful experience!
Kristen Hamilton
News Director
The kneeland project has given me new skills and ideas that I’m implementing immediately in my newsroom. Te information they share is invaluable and can’t help but make you a much better news director and leader. 10 out of 10!.
Kate Glover
News Director
I was told by several colleagues that Kneeland would change my life and it did I wish this would be required training ofr all news managers.
Jamie Burch
News Director
After my experience with the kneeland project the phrases tools to lead and inspire better journalism never before have made more sense. The Kneeland Project is an experience that every journalist should experience at least once in their professional lives.
Freddy Oldenbur
News Director
I’m blown away at how much you can learn and grow in just four days. I came in as a news directors and I’m leaving as a refocused energized and forward-thinking leader.
Doug Barden
News Director
I felt this experience was so much more valuable than anything I’ve been exposed to before including RTDNA.
David Jones
News Director
I never went to graduate school. I feel like the Kneeland Project has provided me with the tools and inspiration some of the big challenges facing our newsroom and industry today.
Chad McCollum
News Director
An eye-opening experience that should be required for all news directors.
Bryan Queen
News Director
The Kneeland Project was spot on giving us specific, hands-on approaches, philosophies, and information that were both relevant and needed. We were able to take away focused action plans while developing lifelong work relationships with like-minded journalists. We’ll all be more creative and centered.
Bob Longo
News Director
The chance to hear from leaders in progressive thought is unbelievably valuable. Reading conference calls and other groups are good. But personal interaction with a group of real peers helps uncover questions you don’t even think about in your daily grind. We all have a lot of the same issues no matter the region, market size or history. Thinking at 30,000 feet is key to coaching success.
Ben Hart
News Director
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