New York Comic-Con Trade Day Programming
Compiled by Ada Price -- Publishers Weekly, 1/30/2006
Friday February 24th
9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. Library Journal Presents: Not Just Superheros Anymore: Alternative Graphic Novels on the Shelves. Room 1C03-1C04
9:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m. Diamond/DC Comic Retailer Breakfast & Executive Q&A 9:00 - 10:30. Room 1E12
10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Library Journal Presents: A Nosebleed Means WHAT?: Sexuality in Japanese Manga. Room 1C03-1C04
11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. LIMA Sponsored Seminar: Licensing for Beginners
A basic introduction to Licensing that will cover: issues to consider as you create a licensing program, setting realistic expectations for a licensing program and how to choose agents and partners.There will be a quick case study of a successful licensing program as well as time for questions and answers. Room 1C03-1C04
11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. From the Road Scrapbook of Good Retailing
You've seen it in Diamond Daily and Diamond Dialogue. You may have seen your own store in it! It's "From the Road," our popular photo feature where successful Diamond retailers share their experiences and secrets. Join Diamond Field Sales Managers Dave Hawksworth, Eric Hitchcock, and Tim Kartman as they present highlights from their visits with retailers across the country. Room 1E02-1E03
12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. Is the Pamphlet Doomed?
As sales of graphic novels soar, and comics find big audiences on the web, traditional comics periodicals are also evolving. Join us for a frank discussion of marketing strategies and new formats. Panelists: Dan DiDio, Executive Editor, DC Comics; Brian Hibbs, owner, Comix Experience; Adam Fortier, publisher, Speakeasy Comics; Dave Roman, Editor, Nickelodeon Magazine and cartoonist, Moderated by Heidi MacDonald, Publishers Weekly. Room 1C03-1C04
12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. Maximizing Free Comic Book Day 2006
In just four years, Free Comic Book Day has become one of the most widely anticipated comics/pop-culture events, drawing thousands of current and new readers into participating comic book shops to sample what the medium has to offer. Learn how you can share in the excitement — and the exposure — of this year's Free Comic Book Day (May 6, 2006) with promotional tricks and tips from a panel consisting of seasoned retailers and members of Diamond Comic Distributors' management. Room 1E02-1E03
1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. CEO Panel: State of the Industry
Four industry CEOs come together to discuss the current state of the industry and make predictions for the future. Panelists: Steve Geppi, Diamond Comic Distributors; Paul Levitz, DC Comics; Joe Quesada, Marvel Entertainment; and Tokyopop's Stuart Levy. Room 1E12-1E13
2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. The Distribution Panel
A discussion and Q&A with the representatives with the four major distributors.Panelists: Bill Schanes, Diamond Comic Distributors; John Davis, Bookazine; Regina Deppin, Baker & Taylor; and Jeanin Wiese, IngramModerator: Milton Griepp. Room 1E12-1E13
3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. How To Sell Manga
Panelists: John Davis Director, Pop Culture Markets, Bookazine, Michael Martens, Vice President Business Development for Dark Horse Comics, Chris Butcher from The Beguiling Books and Art, Dudley Janke, Viz. Room IC02-1C03
3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. There is Nothing Funny About Getting Sued
Understanding the legal pitfalls of publishing and writing comics: avoiding defamation, copyright and trademark claims. What are celebrity publicity rights? When is parody permitted?What you should know about "Tony Twist," the "Autumn Brothers" and "City of Heroes." Moderated by Maura Wogan of media and entertainment law firm Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz. Room 1E12-1E13
4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Diamond Tech Tips
Diamond Customer Service Technical Supervisor Cheryl Sleboda will demonstrate how you can make the most efficient use of Diamon digital and online services. Room 1E02-1E03
4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Mondo Marvel
Join Editor-in-Chief Joe Quesada, Marvel editors, and special guests Keith Giffen (Annihilation), Greg Pak (Planet Hulk), and more as they discuss all things Marvel. Room 1E14-1E15
5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. Vertigo: Sharper Then Ever
Karen Berger, Vertigo v-p, executive editor, is joined by Brian Azzarello (Loveless), Dean Haspiel (American Splendor, The Quitter), Douglas Rushkoff (Testament), Brian K. Vaughan (Y: The Last Man) and Brian Wood (DMZ) to reveal what '06 has in-store from DC's mature titles imprint. Room 1E12-1E13
5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. Todd McFarlane signing. Room 1E02-1E03
6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Spotlight on Jim Lee. Room 1E12-1E13
6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Spotlight on Bill Plympton. Room 1E14-1E15
7:30p.m.-11:00 p.m. SciFi Friday Night
SciFi Channel brings fans SciFi Friday Night to NY Comic-Con.Come watch SciFi Friday's Stargate SG-1, Stargate Atlantis and Battlestar Galactica with other SciFi fans commercial free. SciFi Friday Night is FREE to anyone attending New York Comic-Con on Friday. The first 500 fans to arrive for the screening will receive an exclusive battlestar gallactica collectible figurine. Main Screening Room
