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Red Chair host Amy Friedman wants to discuss the "How and Why" in the children`s media space. Will you be part of the motivating conversation on September 10th?
Get your ticket today! And members, remember to use the discount code for $60 tickets 😉
We’re honored to welcome Sara DeWitt, Senior Vice President & General Manager of PBS KIDS, to deliver our closing remarks at Red Chair 2025.
She has spent over 25 years in public media and has played an integral role in the digital
transformation of @pbskids, overseeing award-winning apps, games, podcasts, and innovative experiences that support kids, families, and educators.
Join us for Red Chair at the @Scholastic headquarters in NYC on September 10th to hear Sara’s closing remarks.
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Bringing the vibes to Red Chair 2025: @fyutch on the ones and twos!
He’s a Grammy-Nominated rapper, educator, and storyteller, who will set the tone with music that inspires joy and connection.
You won’t want to miss Red Chair on September 10th at the Scholastic headquarters in NYC! Get your tickets for a night of music, food, drink, and networking! 🥗🥪🍲🥃😋
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Meet your host for Red Chair 2025: Amy Friedman, founder of Redhead Consulting and veteran kids’ media exec behind Nickelodeon, Warner Bros., Noggin, and more! She’s also a founding board member of the Children’s Media Association!
Known for her creativity and warmth, Amy will guide the evening’s conversation with @kwilsonstallings.
Snag your tickets now for the Red Chair event on September 10th at @Scholastic in NYC!
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What does the future of children’s media look like? At Red Chair 2025, @kwilsonstallings will share her journey and give us an insider’s look at Sesame Street, now moving to its brand-new home on Netflix. Don’t miss this conversation about where children’s media is headed next.
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We`re so excited to have Vince Commisso, President & CEO of @9storymediagroup, make the opening remarks at this year`s Red Chair 2025. He is a leader in global kids’ content and we can`t wait to hear what he has to share.
Join us on September 10th at @scholastic in NYC! Click the link in our bio ▶️ Programming ▶️ Events
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We’re delighted to welcome @kwilsonstallings as this year’s Red Chair guest!
From watching Sesame Street as a child to becoming EVP & Chief Creative Development and Production Officer at Sesame Workshop, Kay’s story is one of passion, creativity, and impact.
Red Chair is September 10th at @scholastic in NYC! Get your tickets before they run out! Click the link in our bio ▶️ Programming ▶️ Events
Join us Wednesday September 10th for the Red Chair Event! This year Amy Friedman and Vince Commisso will welcome @kwilsonstallings to the 🟥🪑 at the beautiful @Scholastic headquarters in Soho!
There will be food, drinks and a chance to connect with colleagues from all different areas of children`s media! 🥗🥪🍲🥃😋
Red Chair is September 10th at @scholastic in NYC! Don`t wait, RSVP today! Click the link in our bio ▶️ Programming ▶️ Events
#ChildrensMedia #KidsEntertainment #EducationalMedia #MediaForKids #CMACommunity #MediaIndustry #CMAEvents #Storytelling #MediaCreators #MediaImpact
Join CMA on Wednesday August 20th from 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM for an exciting opportunity to connect with fellow members in a more intimate setting centered around tenure and experience.
Whether you`re a seasoned pro or just starting out, there is a group for you! These are casual exploration groups, perfect for finding peers in your career stage.
Early Career (0-5 years) - For those in the first 5 years of their career looking to build foundational skills and experience.
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#childrensmediaassociation #childrensmedia #cmaevents #cmaconnect #cmaglobal #virtualnetworking #mediaindustry
Red Chair is back in New York! This year Amy Friedman, host and moderator, will welcome @kwilsonstallings to the 🟥🪑 at the beautiful @Scholastic headquarters in Soho!
There will be food, drinks and a chance to connect with colleagues from all different areas of children`s media! 🥗🥪🍲🥃😋
Don`t wait, RSVP today! Click the link in our bio ▶️ Programming ▶️ Events
#ChildrensMedia #KidsEntertainment #EducationalMedia #MediaForKids #CMACommunity #MediaIndustry #CMAEvents #Storytelling #MediaCreators #MediaImpact
📣 Calling all CMA New York🗽🍎 members and non-members! 📣
Join us Tuesday August 12th for our August in-person meetup! Connect with fellow children`s media enthusiast over light bites at @americanwhiskeynyc 🥃 Entry for members is FREE, and non-members are welcome too!
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#ChildrensMedia #KidsEntertainment #EducationalMedia #MediaForKids #CMACommunity #KidLit #DigitalLearning #MediaIndustry #CMAEvents #MediaCreators #MediaImpact #InclusiveMedia #FamilyMedia
The CMA Bay Area invites you to a special CMA Member`s only curated tour of the Letterform Archive. Then join us for CMA hosted drinks afterwards!
Picture books hold a special place in childhood development. They give children their first exposure to type and image combined in storytelling. They connect to timeless practices of oral storytelling, and they hold deep nostalgia for adults.
