by Tyler M. Carey, Chief Revenue Officer
Attending the PCPA 2026 conference on behalf of Westchester Publishing Services was an energizing and rewarding experience. From the opening plenary through the closing sessions, the event delivered thoughtful, practical content that spoke directly to the opportunities and challenges facing publishers today.
One of the biggest takeaways was the strength of the programming. The keynote sessions offered a solid mix of strategy, innovation, and real-world application, especially around artificial intelligence, accessibility, and discoverability. I was especially glad to take part in the accessibility panel, where I had the opportunity to moderate a meaningful discussion on how publishers can better serve more people through inclusive content and technology. It was encouraging to see how much momentum there is around making publishing more accessible, sustainable, and audience-focused.
The workshop lineup also reinforced just how much our industry is evolving. Sessions on AI tools for publishing operations, accessibility best practices, metadata, translation, and digital marketing all offered practical insights that attendees could take back to their organizations right away. The content was consistently strong, relevant, and well delivered, making it clear that this conference was designed to provide real value rather than just high-level talking points.
Just as valuable as the sessions themselves was the opportunity to connect with so many partners, clients, and colleagues across the publishing community. Those conversations in the hallways, during networking breaks, and on the exhibit floor were a highlight of the event. It was a great chance to strengthen existing relationships, make new connections, and hear firsthand about the priorities and challenges others are navigating.
We’re proud that Westchester Publishing Services was part of this year’s conference, and we left feeling inspired by both the quality of the content and the incredible people who make this industry so collaborative and forward-looking.
