The next CONCLAVE WEBINAR presents the results of the largest radio tech survey ever conducted: JACOBS MEDIA's TECHSURVEY 9 with FRED JACOBS, Wednesday June 5th at 2P CDT. Crunching data obtained from 264 participating stations covering 12 radio formats and with 78,111 radio listeners in the study spanning four generations, this very special presentation will bring into focus the questions and answers to many pressing issues facing the industry that delivers America's audio content and entertainment. Conclave webinars are free, but preregistration is necessary. Just click HERE!

The agenda for the 38th annual Conclave Learning Conference (July 17-19, 2013) was announced today by Conclave Executive Director, featuring over 30 educational sessions and social networking opportunities. Topics range from talent development, mobile opportunities, the digital dashboard, PPM secrets, video, and more including an all-sports GAMEDAY, devoted to creating and presenting sports on the radio. Special treats include a Q&A with rock icon Randy Bachman, a Michael Harrison keynote, and a night at Target Field to watch the Minnesota Twins battle the Cleveland Indians.  For a complete look at the 2013 agenda, click HERE. To attend, click on the 'Register For The Summer Conference' button on the left!

Twin Cities area programmers met Wednesday May 22nd to judge the 2013 Conclave Scholarship Applicants, (winners names will appear on this website shortly). Passing judgement were (Standing, L-R) Wade Linder PD/93X, Rob Morris PD-OM/Buzn' Country, Brad Lane PD ESPN Radio, Rich Davis PD/KDWB, Jim McGuinn PD/The Current. (Seated, L-R), Michael Steele PD-OM/KTWN, Sam Elliott GM/Northern Lights, Bob Shannon ExDir/The Conclave, Mark Bolke Conclave Chairperson of the Board,  Brent Ackerman OM/Cumulus Media-Rochester. Not pictured: Bob Shomper PD/WCCO-AM.

Radio in the Digital Age: Where Does Talent Fit In? In a comprehensive yet fast-paced overview of the state of broadcast radio and its integration into the digital media world of the 21stCentury, Talkers/RadioInfo publisher Michael Harrison approaches these issues of this new environment from the perspective of the changing role of talent in a keynote address during Conclave Learning Conference 38 on Thursday July 18 at 9:00 AM. Don't miss this rare opportunity to learn from an industry icon! Register NOW!

The high impact Jacobs Media’s Summer School IV kicks off the 38th annual Conclave Learning Conference at 1:15PM on Wednesday, July 17th. “Conclave 38 begins with what has become a tradition, the fourth annual Jacobs Media Summer School,” says Executive Director, Bob Shannon. Jacobs Media President Fred Jacobs promises, “We have a great lineup for this year’s Summer School, including the star power of Rockwell inductee Jaye Albright to the legendary Dave Hamilton." For a complete line-up of Summer School sessions, read on!
 

Legendary hit maker Randy Bachman - founder of The Guess Who & Bachman-Turner Overdrive - is coming to Conclave 38 - The Learning Conference - on Thursday, July 18th at the Doubletree Park Place Hotel/Minneapolis. He'll appear in an intimate interview/performance, made possible by BMI! Don't miss this rare opportunity to be in the presence of a true rock icon! Register HERE today!

The Conclave breaks new ground during this coming July’s 38th Annual Learning Conference by presenting a day exclusively devoted to sports broadcasting. CONCLAVE 38 GAMEDAY, part of the Conclave’s three-day conference, July 17-19, will be Friday, July 19, at the Doubletree Park Place Hotel in Minneapolis, site of the 2013 Learning Conference. To register for the whole Learning Conference or just GAMEDAY, click HERE. For GAMEDAY details, read on!

The Conclave returns to The Doubletree Hotel Minneapolis -Park Place for the 38th annual Learning Conference, July 17-19. 2013! Sleeping rooms, just $139 (single/double + tax)! Suites available! Reserve yours now. It doesn't cost a thing, as long as you cancel in advance if you change your mind. To secure a  room today, call 1-800-245-9190 - or call the hotel directly, 952-542-8600 - and ask for the Conclave rate! Or click HERE to register on-line. Conclave hotel rooms ALWAYS sell out, so don't be left in the cold. If you're intending to attend in July, get your room NOW! (Specially priced Conclave rooms are available until 6/25/13 or earlier, if they sell out).

The Conclave Learning Conference has announced its 2013 Rockwell Award recipients: Country Consultant Jaye Albright and Conclave Executive Director Emeritus, Tom Kay. Jaye has been a fixture in the world of country radio & consuting, and Tom is the newly retired Executive Emeritus of the Conclave. Albright and Kay will receive the Rockwell Award and be honored during Conclave 38: The Learning Conference in Minneapolis July 17, 18 and 19.

Radio veteran Phil Strider has been tapped as the Conclave's first Business Development Director, hired to create and sell sponsorships for Conclave 38: The Learning Conference, July 17-19 at the Doubletree Hotel in Minneapolis! Phil will also be involved in other Conclave fundraising initiatives. For more, read on! 

The Conclave's 38^th Summer Learning Conference -  featuring a three-day, content intensive agenda - starts Wednesday July 17 and runs thru Friday July 19, at the Minneapolis Doubletree Hotel Park Place. Tuition of $399 makes the Conclave Learning Conference the best industry value by far, but this tuition is valid only until June 30, 2013...and group discounts for 3 or more from the same company are now avaiable. When you add GAMEDAY to your conference experience (see above), it becomes an even greater value! To use on-line/PayPal registration, click HERE. To download a faxable/scan-ready registration form, click HERE!

The Conclave has a new mailing address: Box 23621, Minneapolis, MN 55423 (our new FedEx address is 7036 Logan Av South, Minneapolis, MN 55423). The new Conclave office houses Executive Director, Bob Shannon. His phone: 952-927-4487. His fax: 952-927-6427. His email: bob@theconclave.com. Tom Kay has begun serving as Executive Director Emeritus. His contact info: 4532 Douglas Dr N, Minneapolis, MN 55422. Phone: 612-220-4487. Email: tomk@theconclave.com!

The TATTLER - the official Conclave weekly newsletter - ceased publication in December (2012). However, past issues may be read or downloaded at no charge by clicking HERE. Issues detailing some important history of the Conclave (as well as the comings and goings of radio friends of the Conclave) since 2002 are available in pdf form.