Founder & CEO, TAPinto, a network of 90+ franchised local news platforms; Founder & CEO, Hyperlocal News Network. We’re making local news work.
Parkland, FL
Joined December 2008
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This is what we mean when we say local news is essential. @CenterCoopMedia just honored @TAPintoNewark (for the third consecutive year) and @TAPintoPrinceton with Excellence in Local News Awards: tapinto.net/towns/princeton/…
Enjoyed discussing strengthening local news and expanding capacity for news organizations at the Knight Media Forum @knightfdn: tapinto.net/towns/verona-sla…
I recently spoke with Editor & Publisher about why TAPinto built its own custom CMS — to give our franchisees and now, through Hyperlocal News Network, independent publishers the tools they need to succeed: editorandpublisher.com/stori…
From Lawyer to Local News...thanks for the writeup @SuperWarmai medium.com/strtupboost/from-…
Excited to announce the Hyperlocal News Network is the first content management system to now provide HR services through a joint venture with HR Kickstart: tapinto.net/towns/verona-sla…
TAPinto is honored to be recognized as one of the most innovative franchises in the country. We are helping to fill underserved communities with high-quality, objective local news platforms that are also profitable community-based businesses: tapinto.net/towns/summit/col…
Great to join @SteveAdubato and Mary Gamba with Anthony Russo on Lessons in Leadership talking about local news: youtube.com/watch?v=bSBzM6nJ…
Increasing access to local news is more important than ever. We are excited to now offer audio on most news stories published on TAPinto, including the ability to listen to the news article in languages other than English, including Spanish: tapinto.net/towns/verona-sla…
Thank you to @s_peppered and @NiemanLab for featuring TAPinto's franchise model to address news deserts and our new licensed platform and back office services for existing publishers, the Hyperlocal News Network: niemanlab.org/2024/07/with-t…
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Learn more about the Hyperlocal News Network and what it can do for existing publishers. TAPinto CEO @michaelshapiro was a recent guest on the Small Press, Big Ideas Podcast. hubs.ly/Q02Jp2950
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Become your own boss! Become a @TAPintoLocal franchisee and bring local news to your community! Click here for information and to sign up for an upcoming webinar with TAPinto Founder and CEO @michaelshapiro. hubs.ly/Q02HF83x0
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.@TAPintoLocal Founder and CEO @michaelshapiro appeared on the Grit Won't Quit podcast to talk about TAPinto and providing local objective news without a paywall. hubs.ly/Q02H6QSR0
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.@TAPintoLocal Founder and CEO @michaelshapiro talked with 'Bold Journey' about his journey and how TAPinto is making a difference in local communities. hubs.ly/Q02GKXGS0
I am excited to join the Board of a new foundation dedicated to improving and expanding local news coverage in New Jersey: tapinto.net/towns/verona-sla…
Thank you for having me! Really enjoyed speaking about the importance of local news and how @TAPintoLocal is helping to fill the void in local news
🚀 #NewEpisodeDrop Episode 32 of @lnmpod with @michaelshapiro of @TAPintoLocal is out!
In this episode, Michael Shapiro talks with host @timreganporter about his innovative franchise model for local news. He shares insights on how TAPinto helps local news publishers focus on local content and advertising by handling backend services like billing, technology and graphic design. As newsrooms are increasingly spread thin and the industry looks to shared services models, TAPinto’s approach offers lessons well beyond their franchisees.
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#localnewsmatters #businessofnews #journalism
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Great article on our blog from @TAPintoLocal CEO @michaelshapiro
#journalism #journalismmatters
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Around the world, media workers are more & more risking their lives to bring us the news.
The @UN recognizes the invaluable work of journalists to ensure that the public is informed & engaged.
Without press freedom, we won't have any freedom.
#WorldPressFreedomDay
We are honored to be recognized by the @LocalMediaAssoc for the Best Reader Revenue Strategy of media outlets throughout the country.
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@MarkJBonamo, Editor of @TAPintoNewark, talks about the significance of the media in making informed decisions, protecting our democracy, and the reality of crime in Newark.
Premiering tonight at 7pm on @myNJPBS
