14 Leaders Selected for Third Cohort of Nonprofit News Business Certificate at the Newmark J-School - Newmark J-School

March 6, 2026 - 18:12

A new group of fourteen media executives has been selected to participate in a prestigious program designed to strengthen the business foundations of nonprofit journalism. This marks the third cohort for the intensive certificate program, which focuses on the essential financial and operational skills needed to build sustainable news organizations.

The leaders, representing a diverse range of nonprofit newsrooms across the country, will engage in a curriculum covering crucial areas such as revenue strategy, audience development, operational management, and long-term financial planning. The program is structured to provide both theoretical knowledge and practical, actionable frameworks. Participants will work on applying these lessons directly to the specific challenges and opportunities within their own news organizations.

The initiative addresses a critical need in the evolving media landscape, where producing high-quality public service journalism must be paired with sound business acumen. By equipping these executives with advanced management tools, the program aims to fortify the infrastructure of the independent news sector. The ultimate goal is to ensure these vital journalism institutions can achieve greater stability, scale their impact, and continue to serve their communities for years to come. The cohort will collaborate and learn together over the coming months, forming a national network of peers dedicated to the future of nonprofit news.