This event is for entrepreneurs, executives, speakers, thought leaders and authors who are ready to expand their brand by amplifying their message on stage and in the media!
At Media Mastery Experts LIVE! you will…
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Learn how to present yourself on-camera with journalists and then ace your TV, print or audio interview
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Discover insider tips for marketing and personal branding from industry experts
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Expertly craft your messaging and your pitch in a way that gets media attention
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Instantly strengthen your speaking and presentation skills and learn how to work with a speakers bureau
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Walk away with tangible assets to use for your website and social media-ready clips of your in-studio interview with an award-winning national journalist
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Get an insider look at how the media works in the U.S. so you can maximize your impact
MEET YOUR HOSTs
Mark Albert is the Founder and CEO of Media Advisory Experts and is a Peabody and EMMY award-winning master storyteller.
Mark's 25-year journalism career was distinguished by investigative and political reporting, innovative storytelling techniques, and creative communications. He's traveled the world for CBS News and reported from the White House, Capitol Hill and the US Supreme Court; created and led a national investigative unit for Hearst Communications; taught journalists in newsrooms in the US, Vietnam, and Pakistan; launched an online news startup and podcast about travel news and deals; and created a media database to drive countless earned media appearances.
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Mark has won some of the biggest honors in journalism while
landing high-profile, national interviews, including with
philanthropist and tech pioneer Bill Gates, government and political leaders at history making moments, and visionary creators. He’s been invited to bring his energetic, passionate speaking to audiences around the world.
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John Bates is a renowned leadership communications coach, popular TED/TEDx speaker, and global teacher who uses neurobiology to make communication as powerful as one’s ideas.
John Bates turns leaders into world-class communicators. With TED-Worthy insights and real-world strategies, he inspires and equips you to deliver the talk of your life—transforming how you connect, lead, and inspire. He’s coached for over 35 TED/TEDx events and the TED Fellows program. He guides top executives from top organizations and brands – including NASA, Johnson & Johnson, and Intuit – to deliver TED-worthy talks.
John's methods help leaders overcome speaking anxiety, enhance leadership presence, and build trust. His fun, interactive and actionable trainings consistently earn 90+ Net Promoter Scores.
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This event offers practical, actionable steps you can use NOW:
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High-quality in-studio interview recordings of YOU delivering your message. ($5000 value) Plus learn the unique technique to leverage these interviews to land media and podcast appearances.
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Learn secrets of top leaders- enhanced confidence, executive presence techniques, and quality speaking and presentation skills from the “Executive Whisperer”.
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LinkedIn strategies to increase your online presence immediately.
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Instant- Interview-Readiness. Know where to look, what to wear, what to do with your hands, how to frame an answer, and on-set etiquette. Plus Mark Albert’s proprietary “cheat sheet”.
SPEAKERS
SVENJA MALTZAHN
LinkedIn 'Top Voice',
Personal Branding Expert​
Svenja Maltzahn, is a LinkedIn 'Top Voice' and personal branding expert. She helps CEOs and leaders build authentic, impactful presences on LinkedIn.
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Guided by her mantra, "People follow people, not faceless brands," she founded Sumea Social, a full-service LinkedIn agency specializing in C-Suite communications and corporate influence.
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Before becoming a LinkedIn entrepreneur, Svenja managed social media for heads of state, government entities and global CEOs in her career as a strategic communications consultant.
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Jenna Flanagan
Public Broadcasting
Journalist, Podcaster, Creator​​​​
Jenna Flanagan is an accomplished public radio broadcaster who began her first newsroom job 25 years ago.
During her distinguished career, listeners heard her voice on the All Things Considered program on WNYC in New York, with her writing, reporting and producing also airing nationally on National Public Radio. She’s covered state politics for New York NOW on PBS station WHMT, reported for Newark Public Radio, and reported and hosted for the newsmagazine MetroFocus.
She knew she was destined for a career in journalism after following the weekly Muppet News Flash reports as a kid. She’s now the co-host of the Laid Off and Looking podcast.
PANDA LUDWIG
Founder & CEO,
Increase Expert​​​
is an award-winning entrepreneur, multi-company founder, keynote speaker, and author. She guides entrepreneurs to success by advising in the areas of money management, marketing, and workflow processes. Panda’s advising concepts were shaped through diverse job experience ranging from large-scale corporate finance to non-profit organization management.
Her strengths are analysis, problem solving, and the unique ability to distill intricate financial data into persuasive narratives that captivate and educate even the most non-financial professionals, fostering change through informed decision-making.
registration
GENERAL REGISTRATION
Pre-Event Virtual Training with Mark Albert to Craft Your Expert Message
A Welcome Reception to Meet Your Host, Expert Speakers, and Connect with Your Community of Like-Minded Experts
In-Person Access to 2 Days of Training Designed to Help You Amplify Your Story in The Media​
Leadership Connection Lunch with Gourmet Selections
Raw Footage of Your In-Studio Interview, Podcast Interview, and Talking from the Stage to Use for Your Website, Social Media or Speaker’s Reel
Professional Headshots by Forner Studio to use for Personal Branding
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Camera-ready make-up by network news make-up artists. Full make-up available upon request.
Exclusive Hot-Seat Coaching with Feedback on Your Studio Interview Footage to Get You BOOKED as an Industry Expert on Respected News Outlets and Podcasts
"Ask Me Anything Breakfast" with Mark Albert​ and VIP-Only Sunday Training Sessions
Exclusive Training by 36x TEDx Coach
All Your Footage Edited into a Reel​ and Edited Clips to Use for Social Media
Done-For-You Bio, Formatted Specifically to Get a Journalist's Attention
VIP
Only 6 Seats Left!
Pre-Event Virtual Training with Mark Albert to Craft Your Expert Message​
A Welcome Reception to Meet Your Host, Expert Speakers, and Connect with Your Community of Like-Minded Experts
In-Person Access to 3 Days of Training Designed to Help You Amplify Your Story in The Media​
Leadership Connection Lunch with Gourmet Selections
Raw Footage of Your In-Studio Interview, Podcast Interview, and Talking from the Stage to Use for Your Website, Social Media or Speaker’s Reel
Upgraded Headshots by Forner Studio to use for Personal Branding
Camera-ready make-up by network news make-up artists. Full make-up available upon request.
Exclusive Hot-Seat Coaching with Feedback on Your Studio Interview Footage to Get You BOOKED as an Industry Expert on Respected News Outlets and Podcasts
"Ask Me Anything Breakfast" with Mark Albert​ and VIP-Only Sunday Training Sessions
Exclusive Training by 36x TEDx Coach
All Your Footage Edited into a Reel​ and Edited Clips to Use for Social Media
Done-For-You Bio, Formatted Specifically to Get a Journalist's Attention
location
EXPAND YOUR BRAND IN THE HEART OF DC
Connect to the pulse of one of the major media hubs in America. Our event will be held within a 3 block radius nestled between The White House and the U.S. Capitol building. At Media Mastery Experts LIVE! you'll be at the center of the action!
WORKSHOPS
City Club of Washington
a private business and social club
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STUDIO INTERVIEWS
Big Whig Media at Willard Center
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PREFERRED HOTEL
JW Marriott
FAQ
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Can I buy tickets at the door?Space is limited, so registration must be completed in advance.
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How many spots are available?To ensure an intimate, tailored and immersive experience, the number of attendees will be capped. Once the cap is reached, no more space will be available.
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What if I've never been on camera or appeared in-studio before?No problem! When you leave this event, you will have the knowledge you need to ace your media appearances, along with video clips of you in-studio to post to your platforms. For those attendees who feel they’ll need additional coaching, we encourage them to register for the VIP tier, which will include one-on-one Hot Seat Coaching with Mark Albert during the third, optional day of the event, Sunday, September 21, 2025.
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Will I be provided pre-training so that I’m fully prepared for the event?Yes! Attendees will receive a suite of pre-training materials, including at least one live virtual session, so that they can maximize their learning on-site.
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Where should I stay?The preferred hotel for the event is the JW Marriott, located at 1331 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004, and right next to our TV studio and workshop space. Guests will receive room block information after registering. Special event rate available for a limited time.
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Will meals be provided?Light breakfast will be provided Friday and Saturday, with a full breakfast for Sunday’s VIP day. Dinner will be on your own throughout the event. The hotel has restaurants, and there are several great eateries within walking distance.
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Can I talk to someone if I have questions about this event?Click here to connect with us for more info. We are here to help!
