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  Elana Levin, Netroots Nation via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
May 9, 2023 at 8:09 PM

Make powerful visuals even if you aren't a graphic designer

Online seminar in June Hi John, As a Netroots trainer, I've seen so many organizations struggle to create powerful graphics for their online campaigns. I get it—how many of us were trained in graphic design before we got thrown in the deep end and told to "make it go viral"…
  Denise Heitzenroder, Netroots Nation via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
May 2, 2023 at 10:08 PM

Apply to our New Tools Showcase!

Got a product, app, or feature you want to tout? Hi John, We're excited to partner with New Media Ventures and Higher Ground Labs to bring the New Tools Showcase back to Netroots Nation this summer in Chicago! One of our most popular annual events, the New Tools Showcase is …
  Elana Levin, Netroots Nation via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
May 1, 2023 at 8:42 PM

More than 60 trainings on offer!

Get a peek at our training agenda for #NN23 Hi John, It’s the moment we’ve been waiting for—our list of the trainings we’re offering at Netroots Nation 2023, July 13-15 in Chicago! Whether you’re a grassroots activist, a new nonprofit staffer or a seasoned digit…
  Elana Levin, Netroots Nation via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
March 16, 2023 at 8:39 PM

What's your org's online persona?

Webinars kick off March 23 John, what I love most about Netroots Nation is the people I meet there, all fighting in their unique ways for a better world. But so much of that heart and personality is missing from the messages organizations post online. And that absence makes th…
  Elana Levin, Netroots Nation via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
March 2, 2023 at 6:48 PM

How to break through the social media chaos

New webinars kick off March 23 Everyone is talking about social media upheaval. The rate of change is accelerating, impacting email, SMS--just about everything we do online. Nonprofits and unions have been asking me what new skills they need now. I developed a new training in …
  Mary Rickles via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
February 22, 2023 at 7:55 PM

Last day to submit!

Submissions are due TONIGHT at midnight PT Hi John, One last quick reminder: session proposals are due TONIGHT at midnight Pacific time. Do you have an idea for a panel or training session you’d like to see on the agenda at this year's conference, happening July 13-15 at the…
  Eric Thut via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
February 21, 2023 at 8:01 PM

One more day to submit a panel or training idea!

Submissions are due tomorrow at midnight PT John, A quick reminder that panel or training submissions for this year's Netroots Nation are due tomorrow (February 22) at midnight PT. Do you have an idea for a panel or training session you’d like to see on the agenda at this ye…
  Mary Rickles via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
February 13, 2023 at 10:39 PM

Got questions about the submission process?

Join our Q&A webinar tomorrow at 2pm CT Hi John, Are you thinking about submitting a session proposal for Netroots Nation but have questions about the submission process? Or maybe you have an idea you'd like to get quick feedback on before you submit? We're hosting a Subm…
  Elana Levin, Netroots Nation · [email protected]
February 9, 2023 at 6:11 PM

Twitter, Mastodon and What Comes Next for Nonprofits on Social Media

Free online panel Feb 23 John, Twitter, a digital town square that has been at the center of so much online organizing, is in the midst of upheaval. Newer social media platforms are gaining traction and may be worth exploring. Discord, TikTok and Mastodon, which is not the “ne…
  Mary Rickles via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
February 8, 2023 at 10:14 PM

Speaking at Netroots Nation?

Sessions submissions are open through February 22! Hi John, Happy Wednesday! I wanted to send a quick reminder about our call for sessions for this year's Netroots Nation conference. Do you have an idea for a panel or training session you’d like to see on the agenda at Netro…
  Mary Rickles via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
February 1, 2023 at 3:04 PM

It's time! Submit your panel or training idea for Netroots '23

Our selection process is now open and runs through February 22; Q&A sessions are scheduled for Feb. 2 & 14 John, We're excited to announce that our panel and training submission process for Netroots Nation 2023, July 13-15 in Chicago, is now officially open. Do you hav…
  Mary Rickles via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
January 26, 2023 at 4:02 PM

Read this if you want to submit a session idea

Important dates and links for #NN23 John, Planning is ramping up for Netroots Nation 2023, which is happening July 13-15 at the Chicago Hilton! The session submission process opens next week, so I wanted to send a few important dates to put on your radar: Panel submissions op…
  Mary Rickles via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
December 21, 2022 at 6:49 PM

Last chance: Holiday pricing ends tonight!

Join us in Chicago July 13-15 Hi John, First off, happy holidays—however you celebrate! Before we all take a much-needed break, we wanted to give you one last reminder that our holiday discounted rate for Netroots Nation 2023 ends tonight at midnight PT. Click here to get you…
  Eric Thut via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
December 20, 2022 at 7:17 PM

Holiday pricing ends tomorrow!

Join us in Chicago July 13-15 Hi John, Just a quick reminder that through tomorrow, December 21, we're offering a special discounted rate to attend Netroots Nation 2023, happening July 13-15 at the Chicago Hilton. Click here to get your ticket at our special holiday price.…
  Will Easton via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
December 15, 2022 at 6:15 PM

Why Netroots is a must-attend for me

The very best progressive trainings, networking and issue discussions will be in Chicago next year, July 13-15. Dear John, I first attended Netroots Nation in its second year — the last time we were in Chicago, in fact — and have returned every year since then. I also stepped…
  Mary Rickles via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
December 12, 2022 at 7:43 PM

A holiday discount on Netroots 2023 tickets!

We're going to Chicago July 13-15 Dear John, Do you need a recharge and some inspiration for the coming year? Do you want to improve your organizing skills in 2023? Why not gift yourself—or a loved one—with a ticket to the largest progressive conference of the year? Today throu…
  Elana Levin, Netroots Nation · [email protected]
November 28, 2022 at 9:33 PM

Don't fuel the dumpster fire. Email strategy class Thursday.

Register for our webinar. John, your inbox is all the proof you need that our current email environment is a mess. This Thursday, join New Media Mentors for a webinar to help nonprofits and labor unions, Make It Through The Holidays Without Burning Your Email List. Join one o…
  Elana Levin, Netroots Nation · [email protected]
November 21, 2022 at 8:56 PM

This is not a fundraising email, it's a training about better emails

Webinar Dec 1st Your inbox is all the proof you need that our current email environment is a mess. Netroots' partner, New Media Mentors is excited to announce a new webinar to help nonprofits and labor unions, Make It Through The Holidays Without Burning Your Email List. Join…
  Elana Levin, Netroots Nation · [email protected]
November 14, 2022 at 7:07 PM

Make It Through The Holidays Without Burning Your Email List

New Webinar! Your inbox is all the proof you need that our current email environment is a mess. Netroots' partner, New Media Mentors is excited to announce a new webinar to help nonprofits and labor unions, Make It Through The Holidays Without Burning Your Email List. Join on…
  Elana, Netroots Nation via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
October 20, 2022 at 6:54 PM

Learn to make graphics that pop!

New webinars this Fall John, On social media, nonprofits are competing for attention in an endless stream of images. We need to make graphics that stand out. But who has time for trainings right now? New Media Mentors, our educational partner has a solution-- quick Digital …
  Elana, Netroots Nation via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
October 11, 2022 at 6:14 PM

Twitter training Friday

Coaching + new webinars this Fall John, Between elections and Giving Tuesday, who has time for training in the Fall? New Media Mentors has the solution--register for one of our quick Digital Skills Tune-Up Trainings. This Friday at 1pm ET you can join me to learn how to T…
  Mary Rickles, Netroots Nation via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
October 6, 2022 at 3:50 PM

You're invited: Virtual Town Hall on Oct. 19

Join us for this important conversation John, As we rapidly approach the November midterms, I hope you will join us for an important conversation on October 19 with New York Times best-selling author Steve Phillips and Sen. Cory Booker about how to win and make progress in an…
  Elana, Netroots Nation via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
October 3, 2022 at 5:08 PM

Update your digital skills

Webinars with coaching this Fall John, Whether your organization drives more like a hybrid sedan or a home-built BMX bike, delaying care and maintenance is only going to slow you down. In just two hours of time across two days, you can join in a Digital Skills Tune-up Traini…
  Eric Thut via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
August 24, 2022 at 9:04 PM

Video recordings from NN22

How to watch sessions you missed Hi John, Want to watch some of the sessions from Netroots Nation? We've got our videos posted for you to watch in a variety of ways. All keynotes, our six featured panels, and about 30 hours of regular panels are now posted in our conference a…
  Mary Rickles via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
August 20, 2022 at 11:35 PM

Netroots Nation 2022: Highlights and videos

Thanks for being a part of this year's event! Hi John, Netroots Nation Day 3 ended a powerful keynote focused on how we will win in November—by standing in solidarity, leading with love, and keeping our values front and center. Here are a few gems from the night: "We cannot l…
  Mary Rickles via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
August 20, 2022 at 12:01 PM

Netroots Nation: Friday highlights & what's on tap today

Videos, photos and more from Day 2 John, Welcome to Netroots Nation Day 3! Yesterday's keynote kicked off with two powerful conversations about confronting capitalism and greed and the importance of supporting workers as we envision a new economy.   "Everybody has to be Dav…
  Mary Rickles via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
August 19, 2022 at 1:27 PM

Netroots Nation: Thursday highlights & what's on tap today

Videos, photos and more from Day 1 John, Welcome to Netroots Nation Day 2! Yesterday was jam-packed with juicy content covering a host of topics from the upcoming midterms to abortion access. We heard from grassroots organizers and elected officials across Pennsylvania on ho…
  Mary Rickles via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
August 18, 2022 at 12:01 PM

Netroots Nation Day 1: Follow at home guide

It's not too late to register John, Welcome to Netroots Nation Day 1! ➡️ Netroots Nation officially kicks off today! If you're joining us in Pittsburgh, head to Registration (in the Ballroom Gallery on the 3rd floor of the Convention Center) to pick up your credential, make …
  Denise Heitzenroder via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
August 17, 2022 at 1:59 PM

Virtual tickets $35 and up!

Watch sessions & connect via our app Happy Wednesday, John, Tomorrow kicks off our 17th annual Netroots Nation conference. Seventeen years of community and progressive activism. While we know not everyone can join us in Pittsburgh, you can join us online! We'll be streamin…
  Carolyn Dulchinos via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
August 15, 2022 at 8:07 PM

10 reasons you should join us THURSDAY!

Rates go up tonight at midnight John, Two super quick reminders: Netroots Nation kicks off THIS THURSDAY! Prices will increase tonight at midnight. We can't wait to see you this week, whether you're joining us in person or in Pittsburgh. Register now before rates increase t…
  Eric Thut via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
August 12, 2022 at 7:04 PM

What sessions are streaming? 👀

Register now (virtual or in-person) before rates go up! Hey John, Are you planning to join us for Netroots Nation next week, either in person or virtually? It's not too late to join us, but prices will increase Monday at midnight. For those joining us in Pittsburgh, registeri…
  Mary Rickles via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
August 10, 2022 at 1:01 PM

Netroots is NEXT WEEK!

More can't miss events + hotel update John, Can you believe that Netroots Nation kicks off in a little over a week? We're excited to see so many of you next week, whether you're joining us in person in Pittsburgh or from the comfort of your home. It's not too late to join us …
  Mary Rickles via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
August 5, 2022 at 3:01 PM

Film screenings you won't want to miss!

Get your ticket now for #NN22 John, I wanted to send you a note to let you know about two full-length film screenings happening during Netroots Nation: Boycott and The American Dream and Other Fairy Tales. Read on for more info! Boycott Screening and Q&A with the filmm…
  Eric Thut via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
August 3, 2022 at 2:01 PM

New hotel block open!

Reserve your room now! Hey John, There's so much excitement around Netroots Nation coming up August 18-20—so much that our hotel blocks have already sold out! But good news: we were able to secure another block of rooms nearby for those of you who haven't yet booked a place to …
  Eric Thut via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
August 1, 2022 at 6:12 PM

Parties & networking at #NN22

Pub Quiz, karaoke, live music and more! Happy Monday, John, It's been a long time since some of us have connected in person, so we're planning lots of social events and networking opportunities to help you connect, unwind and have fun while you're in Pittsburgh. Click here to …
  Eric Thut, Netroots Nation via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
July 20, 2022 at 2:20 PM

Ticket prices increase tonight!

Register now before rates increase Hi John, I hope you're planning to join us in Pittsburgh August 18-20 for the first in-person Netroots Nation since 2019! If you are, then here's a quick reminder that registration rates will bump up tonight at 10pm PT. If you haven't registe…
  Mary Rickles, Netroots Nation via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
July 18, 2022 at 10:09 PM

Netroots is in ONE month!

Register now before rates increase Happy Monday John, Netroots Nation kicks off in one month—August 18! I hope you're planning to join us in Pittsburgh or virtually. Registration rates will bump up on Wednesday. If you haven't registered yet, do it now to get the best price!…
  Mary Rickles, Netroots Nation via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
July 15, 2022 at 4:22 PM

Rates go up Wednesday!

Plus: A sneak peek at who's speaking next month Hi John, Netroots Nation kicks off in a little over a month, so I wanted to give you a few updates about who's speaking in Pittsburgh and also let you know that registration rates go up Wednesday. There's so much great content add…
  Denise Heitzenroder via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
July 13, 2022 at 9:24 PM

Want to organize a caucus at NN?

Dear John, Want to organize a caucus at Netroots Nation? Here’s your chance! We're opening up several rooms and time slots to you—the community—to organize as you wish. Got an idea for a caucus? Just fill out this short form telling us the details. You can choose from three typ…
  Eric Thut, Netroots Nation via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
July 8, 2022 at 6:49 PM

A few important #NN22 updates

COVID protocols, mobile app & hotel rooms Happy Friday, John, It's only six weeks until Netroots Nation is live in Pittsburgh! But good news: you don't have to wait until August 18 to start connecting with other attendees and planning what sessions you want to see. ? If you…
  Mary Rickles, Netroots Nation via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
July 7, 2022 at 10:06 PM

Reminder: New Tools Showcase deadline!

Got a product, app, or feature you want to tout? Hey John, Just wanted to give you a quick reminder that applications for our New Tools Showcase close Monday, July 11. Got a product, app, or feature you want to tell the world about? Click here to learn more and submit your tool…
  Mary Rickles, Netroots Nation via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
June 29, 2022 at 6:17 PM

10 professional development trainings!

Register now before rates go up John, Are you looking to level up your digital organizing and communication skills? Or maybe you’re hoping to build your management skills or deepen your knowledge base for your job? As part of Netroots Nation 2022, we’re offering a special trac…
  Eric Thut, Netroots Nation via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
June 27, 2022 at 3:31 PM

COVID precautions for this summer's convention

How we're creating a culture of care John, For more than 16 years, we’ve had the privilege of hosting the largest progressive gathering in the United States. While the last two years necessitated our event being virtual, we are looking forward to seeing many of you in person th…
  Denise Heitzenroder, Netroots Nation via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
June 22, 2022 at 2:01 PM

Apply to our New Tools Showcase!

Got a product, app, or feature you want to tout? John, We're excited to partner with New Media Ventures and Higher Ground Labs to bring the New Tools Showcase back to Netroots Nation this summer in Pittsburgh! One of our most popular annual events, the New Tools Showcase is a c…
  Mary Rickles, Netroots Nation via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
June 15, 2022 at 9:56 PM

Check out what's on our NN22 agenda!

Panels and trainings and scholarships, oh my! Hi John, After two years of meeting virtually, I couldn't be more excited to see some of you this summer at Netroots Nation 2022 in Pittsburgh. I hope you're making plans to join us August 18-20, because our agenda is shaping up to …
  Elana Levin, Netroots Nation via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
June 6, 2022 at 7:20 PM

Can I get your input on training topics?

Quick survey for our professional development classes John, As part of this year's Netroots Nation conference in August, we’re offering a special track of in-depth trainings specifically designed for those looking for professional development opportunities. There are a limit…
  Elana Levin, Netroots Nation via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
June 2, 2022 at 9:02 PM

50+ awesome trainings at Netroots this summer

Get a peek at our training agenda! Dear John, We're excited to release our training lineup that will be presented August 18-20 as part of Netroots Nation 2022. Whether you’re a grassroots activist, a new nonprofit staffer or a seasoned digital director, our trainings will te…
  Eric Thut via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
May 27, 2022 at 3:31 PM

Our NN22 hotel blocks are open

Register and get your hotel room early! Hi John, I wanted to remind you that our hotel blocks for Netroots Nation 2022 in Pittsburgh are open for booking. All official programming will be held August 18-20 at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center, and we have discounted block…
  Elana, Netroots Nation · [email protected]
May 11, 2022 at 5:25 PM

Design Strategy for Non-designers, an Online Seminar

Webinars in June Hello John, Powerful visuals are an essential part of online campaigns. In my years running digital for nonprofits and unions, I loved working with professional graphic designers for my online content, but that’s not always possible with our timelines or budg…
  Mary Rickles via Netroots Nation · [email protected]
April 14, 2022 at 5:53 PM

One more day to submit your session idea!

Propose and training or panel for #NN22 John, Just sending you a quick reminder that the deadline is coming up to submit a session for Netroots Nation 2022. Do you want to propose a panel or training session for consideration at this year's event, happening August 18-20 in Pitt…