#SABEW25 Annual Conference
April 3 - April 5
$75.00 – $425.00
CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
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Mark your calendars. SABEW, the Society for Advancing Business Editing and Writing, will hold its annual conference, Thursday, April 3 – Saturday, April 5, 2025, at the Hyatt Centric Arlington just across the river from Washington, D.C.
Whether you are a newsroom leader, early/mid-career journalist, academic, student, or PR pro, SABEW’s annual conference is an excellent opportunity to take home new ideas to use in your stories, newsrooms, or classrooms. Don’t miss the opportunity to network with other colleagues, hear from top industry leaders, and celebrate the winners of the Best in Business awards.
Registration
Early-bird registration is $300 for SABEW members, $375 for nonmembers, and $75 for students. Early bird pricing has been extended until Friday, March 7. Beginning March 8, the price for SABEW members will increase to $350 and $425 for nonmembers. The student price will remain the same. Purchase your ticket below.
Cancellations
Cancellations must be sent via email to [email protected]. All cancellations must be in writing. There is a $50 processing fee for all cancellations until March 14. After that date, requests for refunds will be considered case by case.
Hotel Information
Hyatt Centric Arlington
1325 Wilson Blvd
Arlington, VA 22209
The room rate is $229 per night, plus tax for single/double rooms (currently 14.25%) *subject to change. Rooms are available in the discounted block until Friday, March 21, 2025, or until the block is full (whichever comes first.) If you need to cancel your reservation, you must do so 48 hours prior to arrival to avoid any cancellation fees.
To make a reservation, click here.
Fellowship Opportunities
Fellowship opportunities are available for female journalists, journalists of color, and business journalists who represent underserved areas to attend the #SABEW25 conference. For additional details and to apply, click here. Applications are due by Wednesday, March 5.
Speed Mentoring Opportunities
Sit down for a one-on-one conversation with a newsroom editor or hiring manager during this hands-on session at the #SABEW25 conference. Mentees will have the chance to have their resume or clips reviewed, practice their story pitch and brush up on their interviewing skills. It’s a great opportunity to make new connections, seek career advice or ask questions about breaking into the industry.
To participate as a mentor or mentee, complete the form by 5 p.m. ET, Monday, March 24. All participants must be registered for the conference. The session is open to early-career journalists and students. Space is limited.
Click here for more details.
Sponsors and Exhibitors
Exhibitor and sponsor opportunities are available. Lock in your space early for the best prices and to ensure a spot. Contact Stephanie Klimstra at [email protected] for additional details.
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