Feb 26-27, 2026, Austin, TX
Welcome New Media Summit Attendees!
Event schedule
All times in CST.
Day 0, Pre-event
Wed, Feb 25
4:00 -
8:00 PM
Early registration
at Hilton Austin • 4 hours
Day 1
Thu, Feb 26
8:30 -
9:30 AM
Registration and networking breakfast
1 hour
Assorted breakfast pastries and coffee
9:30 -
9:45 AM
Welcoming address
with Matt McGarry • 15 min
9:45 -
10:30 AM
How I Get Up to 34 Million+ Views a Month Using My AI Clone
with Anik Singal • 45 min
Anik will break down his AI video publishing system that can help any founder become famous on social in their niche. It works on every platform, builds your brand, and generates thousands of leads, for free. And it only takes 15 minutes of work per week.
10:30 -
10:45 AM
Coffee and networking break
15 min
10:45 -
11:15 AM
The Newsletter Growth Playbook: Proven Strategies From Creators Who Went From 0 to 50k+
with Chenell Basilio• 30 min
How do creators actually go from 0 to 50k+ subscribers? I've spent years analyzing the fastest-growing newsletters to find out. In this talk, I'll share the specific tactics that actually moved the needle. You'll get the numbers, timelines, and get real strategies you can steal for your own newsletter.
11:15 -
11:45 AM
The Best Way To Build Your Brand & Story
with Chandler Bolt• 30 min
Chandler will share how to grow your impact, income, and business with a book.
11:45 -
12:00 PM
Coffee and networking break
15 min
12:00 PM -
12:45 PM
The Newsletter Growth & Monetization Playbook: What's Working For 7 & 8-Figure Publishers In 2026
The audience experts behind Industry Dive, Daily Drop, Informa TechTarget, The Information, Puck, and beehiiv breakdown acquisition tactics, monetization models, data plays, and automations driving results for newsletters at scale.
with Emily Sharpe, Robin Re, and Dan Krenitsyn • 45 min
12:45 -
2:15 PM
Lunch and networking
1 hour 30 min
2:15 -
2:45 PM
The Data Flywheel: How I Tripled My Media Company’s Revenue Using First-Party Insights, Research Products & Audience Data
with Sherrell Dorsey • 30 min
A tactical breakdown of the exact data monetization strategy that tripled my revenue before exit—how to turn interviews, newsletters, and audience activity into premium insights, benchmarks, and recurring revenue products.
2:45 -
3:15 PM
The Winning Newsletter Format
with Sean Devlin • 30 min
See how All Healthy turns a simple 5-minute digest into a daily ritual for over 1M readers, and what you can apply to your own format to build stronger reader habits.
3:15 -
3:45 PM
A fireside chat with Sam Parr
Moderated by Matt McGarry • 30 min
3:45 -
4:00 PM
Networking break
15 min
4:00 -
4:30 PM
How Tangle bootstrapped a membership business to 70,000+ paid subscribers from scratch
Fireside chat with Isaac Saul and Matt McGarry• 30 min
Isaac Saul breaks down the key decisions, systems, and audience-building principles that turned Tangle into one of today’s most successful reader-supported news publications. Learn how intentional transparency, consistent value, and community trust fueled remarkable membership growth.
4:30 -
5:15 PM
A fireside chat Saagar Enjeti
Moderated by Matt McGarry • 45 min
We'll discuss: How Breaking Points reached 1 BILLION+ views on YouTube. The rise of new media and how Breaking Points is building an independent media company free of corporate influence. And much more.
5:15 PM
Closing remarks
With Matt McGarry
5:15 -
6:15 PM
Networking reception & meetups
Sponsored by Open.Video
1 hour
7:00 -
8:30 PM
VIP and Speaker dinner
1 hour 30 min
Presented by beehiiv
Day 2
Fri, Feb 27
8:00 -
9:00 AM
Networking breakfast
1 hour
Assorted breakfast pastries and coffee
9:00 -
9:05 AM
Opening address
with Matt McGarry • 5 min
9:05 -
9:45 AM
Advanced List Growth and Monetization Strategies
with Matt Paulson• 40 min
The "Level 10" strategies and tactics Matt Paulson has used to scale MarketBeat to 6M+ newsletter subscribers, 400k+ SMS subscribers, and ~$50M in annual revenue.
9:45 -
10:15 AM
Web + Newsletter: Building a Unified Audience in a Multi-Channel World
With Matt Paulson, Ryan Heafy, and Gavin Bechtold• 30 min
As newsletters gain prominence, this session will explore why a strong website presence remains essential. Using real-world examples, the panel will discuss how publishers grow audiences on both fronts, the unique roles each channel plays, and the strategies for monetizing content across web and newsletter platforms.
10:15 -
10:30 AM
Networking and coffee break
15 min
10:30 -
11:00 AM
A fireside chat with Ryan Deiss
Moderated by Matt McGarry • 30 min
11:00 -
11:30 PM
The AI-Powered Flywheel: 5 Things Winning Businesses Do Differently
Haplin Milgrom-Hills • 30 min
Drawing from the trend data taken from hundreds of thousands of marketers, HighLevel shares the top insights for sustainable revenue growth in 2026. Easy-button AI use-cases included!
11:30 -
11:45 AM
Networking and coffee break
15 min
11:45 -
12:30 PM
Session to be announced
• 45 min
12:30 -
2:00 PM
Lunch and Networking
• 1 hour and 30 min
2:00 -
2:30 PM
A fireside chat with Tim Huelskamp
Moderated by Matt McGarry • 30 min
2:30 -
3:00 PM
Inside the Algorithm: Meta’s Best Practices for Newsletter Advertisers
with Erika Burghardt • 30 min
Learn how 1440 uses Meta to add 300K+ subscribers per month —plus the creative, targeting, and optimization tactics fueling efficient newsletter growth.
3:00 -
3:15 PM
Networking break
15 min
3:15 -
3:45 PM
How to Build a Viral Brand on YouTube
with Sam Gaudet • 30 min
This session focuses on tactics and strategies that you can implement in your Youtube content today to get people to click, consume and convert into buyers.
3:45 -
4:15 PM
How to Build a Sellable Media Business and Exit Lessons from 300+ acquisitions
with Alexis Grant • 30 min
Real founder stories reveal how to maximize sale price, find ideal buyers, and land the deal you deserve, plus what to do now to sell for more later.
4:15 -
4:30 PM
Networking break
15 min
4:30 -
5:15 PM
A fireside chat with Codie Sanchez
Moderated by Matt McGarry • 45 min
5:15 PM
Closing remarks
With Matt McGarry • 5 min
5:15 -
6:15 PM
beehiiv Closing Reception
1 hour
VIP Lounge: Codie Sanchez meet & greet
About your host
Matt McGarry is known as the world's #1 newsletter growth and monetization expert
Matt McGarry
Matt is the founder of GrowLetter. Our products and services have helped the biggest media and education brands grow. Including The Hustle, James Clear, Codie Sanchez, 1440, Milk Road, Chartr, Money.com, and more.
Matt's newsletter is by far the best resource of all things newsletters.
Austin Rief, CEO of Morning Brew
His guidance around all things newsletters has been essential in growing The Rundown to 230k subscribers in 6 months. There's simply no one else I would call an expert.
Rowan Cheung, Founder of The Rundown
Matt is a rare breed of thought leader and operator. His wealth of knowledge building newsletter growth playbooks and identifying strategies to diversify and optimize customer acquisition has helped level up 1440 to over 4,000,000 subscribers.
Tim Huelskamp, Co-founder and CEO of 1440 Media
Host venue: Hilton Austin
New Media Summit is thrilled to welcome you to Downtown Austin — one of the nation’s most vibrant hubs for media, tech, and creative innovation.
We’re gathering at a premier downtown destination, putting you in the heart of where business, culture, and connection come togetherWith on-site restaurants, a Starbucks, and ample meeting spaces, Hilton Austin makes it easy for attendees to move between sessions, meetings, and meals without ever leaving the venue.Before and after our programming, we encourage you to explore downtown Austin and enjoy the city’s best food, live music, and local experiences just minutes from our venue.
- 6th Street & Rainey Street: bustling nightlife, bars, and live music scene
- 2nd Street District: shops, cafés, and local favorites for quick breaks
- Lady Bird Lake Hike & Bike Trail: fresh air and easy strolls downtown
- Texas State Capitol: iconic Austin landmark and great photo ops
- And much more in the attendee guide upon your purchase!
Frequently asked questions
Answering all event-related questions
Travel & Accommodation
Where is the event located?
Hilton Austin: 500 E 4th St, Austin, TX 78701
What’s the closest airport to the event venue?
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
Which hotel do you recommend?
Hilton Austin: 500 East 4th Street Austin, Texas 78701 USA
Is there a special room rate or discount for attendees?
Yes! We've partnered with Hilton Austin to provide our attendees with discounted hotel rates. After your purchase, we'll send you a private booking link.
Are there nearby parking facilities? Is parking included or at an additional cost?
Yes, we share parking information in the "Attendee Guide" after purchasing a ticket
Event Schedule & Registration
What are the dates and times of the event?
The dates are Thursday and Friday, February 26th and 27th, 2026. For those traveling to Austin, you should consider the following.Arrival: Wednesday, February 25th for pre-registration that evening and event programming starting Thursday morning.Departure: We have a full day of programming and the closing reception on Friday, February 26th. Many guests will choose to check out of the hotel that day, so we will work the hotel to watch your bags in a secure location if you have a flight that evening. Others will checkout on Saturday, February 28th.
Can I attend virtually? Will sessions be recorded, and can I access them after the conference?
There is no virtual option for this event. The sessions will be recorded and available at a discounted rate for attendees and a regular rate for non-attendees.Recordings are available free for VIP ticket holders.
Sessions & Networking
Will there be networking sessions or opportunities to meet other attendees?
Yes, we are intentional about attendees starting and building connections throughout the event. There are multiple networking opportunities during lunch, dinner, breaks between sessions, and our receptions.
Is there a dress code for the event or any specific sessions?
There is no dress code. Please note there will be photo and video coverage of the events that we will share on social media for future marketing.
Payments, Refunds & Cancellations
What is the refund policy if I’m unable to attend?
If you are unable to attend, we offer full refunds for cancellations made no later than 45 days before the event (January 12th).
Is there a deadline for registration, or can I buy tickets at the door?
Tickets will not be available at the door. The deadline for registration is currently one week before the event and is subject to change depending on ticket availability.
Other General Information
Do you have volunteer opportunities at New Media Summit?
Yes and thanks for your interest! Please fill out this form to apply.
Who can I contact for questions not covered in this FAQ?
Contact our Head of Events Ahrif Sarumi at [email protected].
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