Introduction
The Business of Pet Writing Conference is an annual writer's conference organized by The Pet Socialite, Inc.  Founded by author and pet trend expert Charlotte Reed, the pet writing conference is held in February, the day before the Dog Writers Association of America's Annual Banquet and Award Ceremony and two days before the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, the second oldest sporting event in the United States.
 
Designed to provide pet writers with the opportunity to transcend their competition, the Business of Pet Writing Conference offers an insightful, education, interaction, and professional writing experience.

Uniting dog fanciers, pet writers and other pet professionals with publishing insiders and pet industry experts, the Business of Pet Writing Conference brings niche pet writing to a whole new level. This is not a Conference to be missed.
 
Seminars and Workshop
In 2011, the Business of Pet Writing Conference will feature expert-led seminars such as "Better Blogging", led by author and Skillful Communication coach, Pamela Skillings and "Creating A Successful Book Campaign" led by author and publishing insiders, PJ Campbell; as well as "Narrative and Creative Non Ficition" workshop given by Folio Literary Agent, Jeffrey Kleinman. The 2010 Keynote address will presented by Chuck Sambuchino, an editor for Writer's Digest Books (an imprint of F+W Media).

Participants enjoy an opportunities in Digital Medial panels as well as mini-courses which focus on media training and book proposal evaluation. Representatives from Folio Literary Management, Fine Print Literary Agency and others are available for one-on-one consultation sessions. Editors from Bowtie Press, Kennel Club Books, Animal Wellness, Dog Fancy, Dogwise Publishing, Dogs in Review, Dog World, Barron's Publishing, Storey Publishing and other will be present at the 2011 conference for book and magazine pitch sessions.

In the previous year, notable speakers include Dick Donahue from Publishers Weekly, Wilda Williams from Library Journal, Mordecai Siegal author of 35 pet books, 21 Year Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show Co-Host David Frei and Author's Guild Executive Director, Paul Aiken. 

Admission
2011 Registration for the Business of Pet Writing Conference opens March 15, 2010.  An early-bird discount is offered to those who register prior to September 1st at the price of $150.00.  From September 1st to January 31st, the cost of the conference is $200.00.  Late and same-day registration is available for $250.00.  Early registration is strongly encouraged.

The registration fees cover the seminars panel discussions, continental breakfast and afternoon coffee. The three-course Networking Lunch ($30) and mini-courses are offered at additional costs to participants. 

Sponsors
A variety of distinguished organizations have sponsored the 2009 & 2010 Business of Pet Writing Conferences including the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA); American Kennel Club Publications; Automobile Association of American (AAA); American Pet Products Association (APPA); the Cat Fancier's Association (CFA); Dog Writers Association of America; Halo, Purely for Pets; the Metropolitan Dog Club and the Pet Food Institute. 2011 sponsors will be announced prior to the summer months.

About Founder Charlotte Reed
In response to the downturn in the economy coupled with the stiff literary competition, Charlotte Reed founded the Business of Pet Writing Conference so that pet writers could hone their writing skills, learn from the best in the pet and publishing businesses and make some valuable contacts.  Reed is a popular pet care and lifestyle expert. In 1995, she abandoned life on Wall Street as a corporate lawyer to open Two Dogs & A Goat Incorporated, a premiere, full-service, pet care provider in New York City. She is the author of "The Miss Fido Manners Complete Book of Pet Dog Etiquette" (Adams Media, 2007). Charlotte is PeoplePets.com's Petiquette columnist and a Money Saving Pet Tips blogger for AllYou.com. Reed is also the Editor-in-Chief of the tony, new dog magazine, "The Blue Book". In addition to her writing career, Reed also works as a pet industry consultant. Although many manufacturers, such as Dyson, Febreze, Purina, Arm & Hammer have hired her as a spokesperson, she  also works with advertising, marketing, event, PR and social media firms as a pet trend expert, providing a unique understanding of what drives pet consumer behavior. Charlotte is married to and the owner of four dogs, two cats and one parrot.