Grounded in Tradition, Rooted in Maine 

The 2026 MPRC Annual Conference and Meeting will explore the communications principles that endure, and the skills professionals need to succeed in a changing environment. Through a mix of Maine-based case studies, interactive workshops, and expert-led presentations, attendees will gain practical insight into building trust, measuring impact, managing stakeholder relationships, navigating difficult conversations, and keeping organizations relevant in an increasingly crowded media landscape.

Sessions will examine topics ranging from modern brand stewardship and community engagement to media training, communications measurement, influencer marketing, and reputation management. Attendees will hear firsthand how organizations have rebuilt trust during periods of significant change, how communications leaders have responded when plans did not go as expected, and how professionals can maintain credibility, composure, and strong client relationships under pressure.