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Mark your calendars: The Bowtie Ball returns Nov. 15 for an unforgettable evening celebrating the power of journalism and storytelling.
The Poynter Institute is celebrating 50 years of championing journalism, truth and democracy, and we want you there for this milestone moment. Join us for an evening of connection and celebration as we honor three journalism and media legends: |
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Jane Pauley, of CBS Sunday Morning, the acclaimed journalist, broadcast anchor and author, will receive the Poynter Medal for Lifetime Achievement in Journalism. |
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G.B. "Garry" Trudeau, Pulitzer Prize-winning creator of “Doonesbury,” will be recognized with a Distinguished Service to Journalism award. |
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Dean Baquet, Pulitzer Prize winner and former executive editor of The New York Times, will also receive a Distinguished Service to Journalism award. |
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🎟 Tickets will be available in August — be the first to know!
When: Saturday, Nov. 15
Where: JW Marriott Tampa Water Street
Submit your information now and be among the first to reserve your seat at this landmark celebration. |
🤝 Interested in sponsoring the Bowtie Ball?
This is more than a premier event — it's a chance to align your brand with a powerful mission.
Sponsors receive high-impact visibility, priority seating and the opportunity to connect with an influential audience that values journalism’s role in shaping our world. |
To discuss sponsorship opportunities further, contact Deborah Read at [email protected] or 727-371-0731.
Questions? Our team is ready to help. Please email your inquiries to [email protected].
We look forward to celebrating this milestone with the people who make our mission possible: supporters like you.
The Poynter Experience and Events Team |
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