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Future of Media events are free of charge and dedicated to following the evolution of journalism, news and media. This series analyzes the trends and issues affecting how we will consume media in the future. We also publish a daily blog on what’s happening in media, so you can follow the latest and greatest.
Future of Media events were started by DigitalJournal.com as a way to bring together media executives, journalists and start-ups with people working in technology, advertising and marketing.
The Future of Media has become a must-see event featuring some of the most influential leaders in media. Past events have focused on topics such as citizen journalism and social media.
The Future of Media attracts a variety of attendees, from journalists to developers to entrepreneurs to social media junkies. If you’re interested in how your media habits will be changing in the years ahead, you’ll want to attend the next Future of Media event.
Past speakers include executives from: Facebook, The Globe and Mail, Global News, CBC, CTV, Rogers, blogTO, Polar Mobile and more.
The Founders:
Chris Hogg is the CEO of Digital Journal, Inc., a leader in the world of digital news media. Chris oversees the company’s various online properties, including DigitalJournal.com, Digital Journal TV and the company’s mobile news site at m.DigitalJournal.com.
Regarded as a social news and online growth strategy expert, Chris also consults companies on new media technologies and strategies. Chris developed of one of the Web’s first revenue-sharing news platforms and is credited with being a pioneer in building and growing online media businesses. Chris led development and growth strategies for Digital Journal, turning a website with a few readers into a diverse news ecosystem followed by millions of people. Today, Digital Journal is powered by tens of thousands of contributors from 175 countries around the world.
Chris regularly consults and coaches individuals and corporations on developing online growth strategies, implementing Web-based technologies and harnessing the power of social media tools to grow a businesses.
Chris has a background in journalism and holds a degree in Journalism from Ryerson University in Toronto. He has extensive experience in broadcast television, radio, print and online media. Making hundreds of appearances on TV and radio stations each year, Chris is often called upon by international media to comment on trends in technology and Internet culture, as well as provide insight into the economic and business strategies of tech companies around the world.
Chris has worked in both Canada and abroad, and has worked, or made appearances, with many news programs and publications including: CBC News, Fifth Estate, CBC Sports, CTV News, City News, CP24, Global News, Business News Network, Daily Planet, Space, Sun TV, Toronto Star, Globe and Mail, as well as dozens of syndicated TV and radio networks.
David Silverberg is the Managing Editor of DigitalJournal.com and the Associate Producer of Digital Journal TV.
David holds a degree in Print Journalism from Ryerson University in Toronto, and has experience in television, radio, print and online media.
David is also the Artistic Director and Founder of Toronto Poetry Slam (a monthly spoken word competition), and is editor of the recently released spoken word anthology, Mic Check. He writes regular columns for various publications.
David has worked in both Canada and the U.S., and has worked with or appeared on many news programs and publications including: Business News Network, City TV, Sun TV, the Globe and Mail, Toronto Star, Halifax Herald, Now Magazine, The Progressive, High Times Magazine, Quill & Quire, Canadian Business, the Canadian Jewish News, as well as dozens of syndicated radio networks.
Janusz Überall is the Publisher of DigitalJournal.com and Executive Producer of Digital Journal TV. Janusz has lived and worked in Toronto and New York City for the past 30 years.
In the early 1970s, Janusz worked for the first Minister of Multiculturalism in Canada as a photojournalist. Janusz has received many awards for his achievements in corporate communications, advertising and photographic art.
Janusz also produced and directed three one-hour dramas that aired on television in Canada. He was also an anchor and producer for a weekly televised multicultural news program.
In 1988, Janusz was appointed the Director of Advertising & Communications and Publisher for the first privately-owned international air terminal in Canada, Trillium Terminal 3 at Lester B. Pearson International Airport in Toronto. Janusz developed the corporate identity and advertising campaigns for the $500-million Terminal and the Swissôtel.
In October of 1992, Janusz received the medal of The 125th Anniversary of Confederation of Canada from the Governor General in “recognition of significant contribution to compatriots, community and to Canada.” In March of 1998, Janusz received the Award of Merit from the Dean of Canadian Parliament for outstanding service in the area of corporate communications.
In 2001, Janusz received an award from the Minster of Canadian Heritage, the Hon. Sheila Copps, for outstanding service and contribution as a volunteer.
Throughout his professional career, Janusz also covered state visits and official government functions throughout Canada, the U.S. and Europe, including travelling with and photographing Her Majesty, the Queen of England. Janusz also attended numerous international meetings including the 50th Anniversary Celebration of the United Nations in New York City where he met with John Paul II; he was accredited to cover the 1997 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit in Vancouver, B.C.; and the Millennial Celebrations at the Vatican.
In addition to a passion for communication, the Internet and new media, Janusz holds a keen interest in art, opera and a diverse range of music.
Alex Chumak is the Chief Technology Officer and Lead Architect of DigitalJournal.com. Alex holds a degree in Computer Science from the University of Guelph, and has done some Master’s work in the field of artificial intelligence and robotics.
Dabbling with programming since he was 6-years-old, Alex has extensive experience in programming, databases, artificial intelligence, web optimization and web development. Alex is DigitalJournal.com’s chief architect and the brains behind features and functions across the site.
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