ACC's Cable Communications Institute - June 13 - 16, 2010, in New York City

The Association of Cable Communicators, in cooperation with the Syracuse University Newhouse School of Public Communications, will hold ACC’s Cable Communications Institute in New York City at Syracuse University’s Lublin House from June 13 -- 16, 2010. The Cable Communications Institute is a graduate-level, intense learning experience designed for mid to senior level communications executives who would like to move their knowledge and careers to the next stage.

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The 5th ACC Institute will feature cable industry and communications expert speakers to present on topics such as the evolving role of the corporate communications, change management, utilizing new media and measuring the effect of communications efforts. Lively discussions and participant interaction will keep sessions focused on current and near time issues within communications profession.

Additional information on the Institute will be posted on the page in the coming weeks. Please check back frequently or contact ACC at 800-210-3396 (toll free).

Keynote from 2009 ACC Communications Institute

During ACC’s Cable Communications Institute on March 3, 2009, Meredith Wagner, Executive Vice President, Public Affairs & Corporate Communications, Lifetime Networks, discussed what to keep in mind when faced with a crisis communications situation. She explored how it can constantly evolve in the 24 hour/5 minute news cycle and other considerations, issues, and appropriate responses. Her address took place in Syracuse University’s (ACC’s academic partner) New York City facility Lubin House, where 18 ACC members participated in the 2.5 day program.
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Pictured above is the class of the 2009 ACC Communications Institute.

Front row (l-r):
Ardi Dwornik, Director of Communications at ESPN
Sara Brady, Vice President of Public Affairs for Bright House
Joy Sims, Director of Media Relations for NCTA
Robyn Watson, Director of Public Relations for Time Warner Cable
Maria Russell, Professor, Syracuse University

Second row (l-r)
Jim Maiella, ACC Board Member and Vice President of Media Relations, Cable & Communications for Cablevision
Jud Stewart, Vice President, Marketing & Programming for Armstrong
Amy Quinn, Director of Public Relations for Cox Communications
Robin Wolfgang, Vice President Public & Government Affairs for Time Warner Cable

Third row (l-r)
Amy Phillips, Director of Communications for ESPN
Phyllis Peters, Communications Director for Mediacom Communications
Julie Galeota, Director of Community Investment for Comcast
Jenn Toner, Public Relations Manager for Turner Broadcasting Systems
Tessie Topol, Director of Strategic Philanthropy & Community Affairs for Time Warner Cable

Fourth row (l-r)
Sarah Chaikin, Director of Media Relations for Consumer Services for Cablevision
Jim Hughes, Director of Public Relations for Comcast North Central Division
Gene Regan, Director of Corporate Communications at Suddenlink
Justin Venech, Director of Public Relations for Time Warner Cable
Pam Ford, Director of Communications for NCTA

Check back soon for information on the 2010 Communications Institute.