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Haven't grabbed your Bowtie Ball tickets yet?  Now’s the time to reserve your seat for Saturday, Nov. 15 at the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street in downtown Tampa.

The evening unites journalists, civic leaders and supporters in a shared celebration of journalism’s impact and a commitment to champion the free press.
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This year, we are honored to celebrate Jane Pauley, pioneering journalist and broadcaster, with special recognition also given to Dean Baquet, former executive editor of The New York Times, and G.B. ‘Garry’ Trudeau, the Pulitzer Prize-winning creator of “Doonesbury.”
 

📌 EVENT DETAILS:

  • EVENT DATE: Nov. 15, 2025
  • LOCATION: JW Marriott Tampa Water Street, Downtown Tampa
  • TIME:
    • VIP Reception: 5:30 p.m. Eastern
    • General Admission Reception: 6 p.m. Eastern
    • Dinner and Program: 7-10 p.m. Eastern
  • TICKET PRICE:
    • General admission: $400
If you are interested in attending the VIP reception — a highlight of the Bowtie Ball for many past guests — please reach out to Poynter’s chief development officer Deborah Read at [email protected].
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The Poynter Experience and Events Team
 
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