The NYU Advanced Publishing Institute (NYU API)
The NYU Advanced Publishing Institute is a premier executive education course designed for mid- to senior-level book publishing professionals interested in the latest strategies and business practices in book publishing.

Whether you’re a seasoned publishing professional or aspiring to become one, this program is an absolute must.”
Nadim Sadek
Founder & CEO, Shimmr AI, NYU API 2025 Speaker
2026 API Speaker Highlights
API Keynote: The Pathway Ahead for Book Publishers
Audio’s New Wave: Hyper-personalization & Niche Markets
Consumer Psychographics: How Libraries Lead Discoverability
From Listeners To Consumers: Spotify's Multimedia Approach
How AI is Shifting Search: What Publishers Need to Know
Video Messaging - The Power of LinkedIn Connections & Beyond
The program is designed for mid-to-senior-level publishing professionals seeking to grow their businesses, learn a higher-level skill set, develop new business strategies, network with publishing visionaries, and emerge re-inspired.
A broad range of thought leaders from book publishing and from other industries.
The program will include presentations, panel discussions, and fireside chats with publishing experts. Workshops and breakout sessions will enable attendees to problem solve in groups, sharing ideas and seeking solutions to current and future industry challenges.
Sessions will run from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm with breaks for lunch, coffee, and connecting.
New York City offers many housing options, including hotels, short-term rentals, and similar accommodations. We currently have a discounted rate at the Walker Hotel close to NYU API and you can book your room at this special 2026 API Walker Hotel link.
Event Details
Date / Time
January 5-9, 2026
All-Day
Location
Kimmel Center for University Life, 60 Washington Square South, New York, NY 10012
Audience
Publishing Professionals
Cost
Early Bird Rate: $4500 (ends 10/13/25)
Contact
nyu.api@nyu.edu
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