Some rooms you walk into and forget. Others shape you. The The Conclave in Minneapolis has always been more than a room—it’s been a launchpad, a proving ground, and for many in this business, the place where everything finally clicked. And now, as it enters its final chapter, it’s doing what it has always done best—bringing the industry together one more time.
If you haven’t locked in your spot yet, registration remains open at thelastconclave.com. If you’ve ever thought about going, this is the one.
This isn’t a quiet goodbye. This is a full-volume sendoff for one of radio’s most influential gatherings—a place that didn’t just talk about the industry, it built it. For decades, Conclave has brought together programmers, talent, executives, and future leaders, all chasing the same thing: how to make radio better tomorrow than it is today.
The energy around this final gathering is different. Sessions are digging into the real issues—AI, content evolution, revenue pressure, and the fight for attention in a crowded media world. But what continues to set Conclave apart is the part you can’t script—the conversations in the hallways, the relationships built over coffee, and the moments where someone says something that changes the way you think about everything.
And for me, this one is personal.
As President and Publisher of On The Dial—and as a Conclave Board Member—I’ve seen this from every angle. I’ve been the one sitting in the chair trying to figure it out, and I’ve been part of helping shape what it became. I can say this without hesitation: Conclave played a huge role in my professional development.
“This wasn’t just a conference—it was my classroom, my network, and at times, my wake-up call,” said Steven Mills. “Conclave didn’t just teach me radio—it stretched me, challenged me, and prepared me for moments I didn’t even know were coming. If you know anything about this business, you know you don’t get better by playing it safe—and Conclave never let you do that. I’m grateful for what it’s meant to me and to this industry. And if this is truly the last one, they’re not easing out—they’re going out like radio should… loud, bold, and unforgettable.”
That’s the legacy. Not just panels and presentations—but impact. Real, career-shaping impact.
For years, Conclave has been where talent got sharper, programmers got better, and ideas turned into action. It didn’t matter where you came from—if you showed up, you left stronger.
Now, one final time, the industry gets to gather, reflect, and push forward together.
Minneapolis isn’t just hosting an event—it’s hosting the closing chapter of one of radio’s most important institutions. And if you’ve ever wanted to be part of something that truly mattered in this business, this is your moment.
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