Event Title: Southeast Festival & Events Conference

Date: Monday, February 19, 2007 @
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Feb. 19-21
Get your event tuned up during the Fourth Annual Southeast Festivals and Events Conference to be held in Nashville, Tennessee. Panel discussions, networking opportunities, sessions jam-packed with ideas, an industry trade show, the Kaleidoscope Awards Program and more are planned. This year’s event will be held at the Radisson Hotel at Opryland, February 19 – 21, 2007. Whether you are new to event planning or a seasoned veteran, this three-day conference will help you produce a successful event.
Session topics include sponsorship, "Art Projects that bring in Sponsors", Event Promotion on a Dime", "Music Licensing; Why you need it" and more. “Networking is a huge part of the learning experience”, says Cheryl Burnette, Chairperson of the Georgia Festivals & Events Association and Co-Chair of the Conference. “There is something for everyone. Large and small events will benefit from attending this conference”. “The sessions and conference were well organized and I was amazed at all the resources and knowledge of attendees. Everyone was open to share their tools of the trade,” said Amy Doherty, first time attendee from the City of Suwanee.

Take advantage of the pre-conference functions. On Sunday, February 18th, hop on board the complimentary shuttle bus to downtown Nashville for a night on the town-dinner is on your own. Monday morning take the guided bus tour, learn some history & key factors in the development of Nashville, view historic sights and tour the Country Music Hall of Fame. Extra ticket required. Pre-registration is required. Information is on the conference registration form.

Early Bird Deadline: January 10 (extended until January 31st)
Conference Registration Fee:
before January 31, 2007 IFEA member, $265.00, Non member $365.00
after January 31, 2007 IFEA member, $315.00, Non member $415.00
Trade Show Space: $425.00 (must be an IFEA member in good standing)
Kaleidoscope Award Deadline: January 4
Conference Headquarters: Radiss

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