Uncensored: Top Journalists Join TheGrill 2024 on the Future of Media

Kevin Merida, Adam Lashinsky, Oliver Darcy, Laura Holson Join Sharon Waxman @TheGrill No images? [Click here]( Top Journalists from Tech, Entertainment, Media, and Business Debate the State of Media World-class journalists will be joining TheGrill on October 8. Kevin Merida, the former executive editor of the LA Times; Adam Lashinsky, the former executive editor of Fortune; Oliver Darcy, founder of Status; Laura Holson, veteran of the New York Times all join TheWrap’s Sharon Waxman in two special sessions to debate the current state of media at [TheGrill 2024](, on October 8 at The DGA Theater. Kevin Merida served as the executive editor of the Los Angeles Times, where the newspaper won four Pulitzer Prizes and its first Oscar under his leadership. Merida is currently a board member of the newly formed LA Local News Initiative, working alongside other industry leaders to address the decline in local journalism and restore community-focused reporting. Adam Lashinsky is the former executive editor of Fortune, a best-selling author and award-winning journalist. For over 30 years, Lashinsky has been at the forefront of covering tech and finance. He is currently the editor at large for the San Francisco Standard and a contributing columnist for The Washington Post. He will be moderating as well as speaking at TheGrill. Oliver Darcy is well known for authoring the acclaimed “Reliable Sources” newsletter for CNN, where he was a senior media reporter across the network’s television and digital platforms. Most recently, Darcy founded Status, the definitive nightly briefing that informs readers about what is really happening in the corridors of media power across The Fourth Estate, Hollywood and Silicon Valley. Laura Holson is a veteran of The New York Times where she worked for two decades writing about the intersection of money, power and influence in Silicon Valley, New York and Hollywood. Most recently, Holson founded The Box Sessions, a series of curated gatherings where people explore arts and ideas with influential thinkers. Sharon Waxman is an award-winning journalist as well as the founder, CEO and editor-in-chief of TheWrap. A leading authority on the entertainment business and media, Waxman was the Hollywood correspondent for The New York Times and a correspondent for eight years for The Washington Post. During TheGrill, Lashinsky, Darcy and Holson will join Waxman for a conversation titled “Uncensored: Top Journalists Debate Media, Tech & Entertainment.” These acclaimed journalists will engage in a lively conversation about the current state of media and trends across the industries. Darcy will also moderate a Spotlight Conversation with Merida titled “The Next Chapter of Journalism in Los Angeles.” They will explore strategies for restoring truth and trust in the city's local news landscape. - Exclusive Access to Acclaimed Journalists: With speakers like Adam Lashinsky, Oliver Darcy, Laura Holson, Kevin Merida, and Sharon Waxman, attendees have a unique opportunity to learn from critical thought leaders who have shaped journalism and media over the years. - Strategies for Revitalizing Local Journalism: The spotlight conversation between Oliver Darcy and Kevin Merida will dive into the critical challenges facing local news and explore innovative efforts aimed at revitalizing journalism in Los Angeles. - Lively, Uncensored Debate on Media Power: The engaging, no-holds-barred discussion will explore the intersection of media, technology, and entertainment, providing attendees with a candid look at the inner workings of these influential industries and how media power shapes public perception. [View Full Speaker Lineup]( [Ticket Includes:]( ✓ All-access pass to the conference ✓ Hundreds of industry power players under one roof ✓ Insights from 40+ expert panel speakers ✓ Network with entertainment companies, fintechs, startups, investors, and executives ✓ Access to attendee list ✓ Complimentary food and drink ✓ Networking Meet & Greets ✓ Access to epic opportunities ✓ Complimentary Parking ✓ Cocktail Party Access ✓ 3-month WrapPRO membership 🗓️ Tuesday October 8, 2024 📍 DGA Theater Complex 🕘 Full Schedule [Here]( See you [there](? SPONSORS COMMUNITY PARTNERS [Forward]( @2024 The Wrap News Inc. All Rights Reserved. TheWrap 2034 Armacost Avenue, 1st floor Los Angeles, CA 90025 424-248-0662 [Preferences]( | [Unsubscribe](