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FestTalks: 20 20's Dr. Joe Smith, Skip Martin, Alicia Silverstone | FestForums 2024
The Power of Music: Understanding How Music Impacts The Brain: Effects & Solutions
Led by Dr. Joseph P. Smith, a leading expert in the field of Chiropractic Neurology and Applied Kinesiology
We will explore the intricate relationship between music and the brain and shedding light on how music can influence our cognitive abilities, memory, and emotional well-being. We will delve into the diversity of music and its impact on different parts of the brain, as well as its potential clinical applications in preventing and treating cognitive disorders. This session is a must for leaders in the festival industry, healthcare professionals, and anyone interested in the power of music to shape our minds and lives.
Selling Like a Rockstar: Key Lessons for Sales Executives
Led by Skip Martin, Grammy and Emmy Award-winning musician
In this session, we will learn lessons from successful business man and former Kool and the Gang lead singer, Skip Martin, on striving for a lasting impact in your industry and embracing passion, innovation, relationships, resilience, creativity, and giving back to sell like a Rock Star
Activism in Action
Led by Alicia Silverstone, American actress and activist
As an activist, Alicia has been an advocate for many causes. As a pillar in the animal rights movement, Silverstone has partnered with Farm Sanctuary, PETA, and many more organizations to fight cruelty & animal abuse. This iconic American actress has a lot to teach us about being kinder to the planet.
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State of the Industry | FestForums 2024
zhlédnutí 16Před 4 měsíci
Let's take a look at the journey of the ever-evolving landscape of the festival industry. This captivating panel brings together industry pioneers, trendsetters, and visionary leaders who shed light on the current state of the industry. Our goal is to provide valuable insights into the challenges, opportunities, and emerging trends that shape the future of festivals and more. Whether it’s music...
Addressing Diversity & Inclusion | FestForums 2024
zhlédnutí 3Před 4 měsíci
Diversity and inclusion at festivals has taken center stage recently. It's not just the talent and artists that matter, but so do the show producers, the curators, the staff and the audience that also play a pivotal role in creating a diverse community. We explore the concerns that we see in the industry and discuss solutions with those at the forefront addressing this. A lack of attention to d...
Registration and Meet & Greet | FestForums 2024
zhlédnutí 3Před 4 měsíci
Join FestForums Founder Laurie Kirby and Tappit’s Mell Leis as they engage with the Aloompa app and Tappit wallet to play games, win prizes, and meet fellow speakers and attendees in the Panel Room. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to win passes to festivals such as New Orleans Jazz Fest, and more! Joining will be David Moorman, our MC for Day 1. Brought to you by Aloompa and Tappit
What European and US Music Festivals can Learn From Each Other | FestForums 2024
zhlédnutí 11Před 4 měsíci
European and US music festivals can learn from each other in various ways that improve the festival experience for fans. This session will bring together leaders from the world’s biggest festivals including Roskilde, Primavera, Festival Productions, and Goldenvoice to discuss issues such as diversity in a lineup, sustainability, fan engagement, weather and safety best practices as well as ticke...
Marketing to the Middle (when you're not Coachella) | FestForums 2024
zhlédnutí 7Před 5 měsíci
When you’re not Coachella, how do you reach out to audiences about your brand or property? The effective marketing of live events depends upon strategic use of social and traditional media, artist engagement, optimizing the festival's brand, use of retargeting, good ticket and sponsor partnerships and so much more! What does it take and how do you cater your event to the right target audience? ...
Artist Relations and Talent Buying | FestForums 2024
zhlédnutí 11Před 5 měsíci
What's in a name? There is an art and science to talent buying - talent draws people to your festival and sets the stage for your event. How does a festival negotiate with talent and how do you find who is going to be the next big name? We will also discuss the importance of artist relations, and how maintaining lasting connections changes the atmosphere of the festival industry. And what uniqu...
Keynote: Dane Cook Interviewing Marty Callner | FestForums 2024
zhlédnutí 56Před 5 měsíci
Join us for an interview with Marty Callner and Dane Cook about Marty’s professional career as we honor him as FestForums’ ‘Living Legend’.
Beyond the Gate with Ticketing | FestForums 2024
zhlédnutí 7Před 5 měsíci
Ticketing at festivals is probably the hottest topic in the industry. Cloaked in secrecy, the backbone of the festival business consists of advances but surcharges and lack of transparency is wreaking havoc for festivals and fans. Let’s see what’s on deck for the future from the ticketing experts. How do these latest advances serve the festival economy in maximizing profitability and more? Mode...
Unlocking Brand Partnerships for Festival Success Panel | FestForums 2024
zhlédnutí 3Před 5 měsíci
Festivals depend on brand partnerships to finance operations, build credibility, and elevate the fan experience. Join us for an engaging discussion on the significance of brand partnerships within the festival industry. This panel will bring together seasoned experts, innovative marketers, and industry leaders who have successfully harnessed the power of collaboration to create unforgettable fe...
Safe by Design: The Art of Safety and Security | FestForums 2024
zhlédnutí 9Před 5 měsíci
Each year, festivals struggle with how to maintain safety at their events. Our panel of experts will discuss how emerging crowd safety and security policies intersect with both current and future event technology solutions to meet the demands of the live event model. This session will dive into the care of crowds regarding issues such as gun control, drugs, alcohol, weather, faulty venues and o...
Jazz up your Festival with New Technology | FestForums 2024
zhlédnutí 4Před 5 měsíci
Technology takes center stage: The Return of "LIVE" and our "New Normal": What's changed? What's working? This FestForums panel will explain how to adopt new ways to increase sponsorships, fan experience, revenue, and use of new technologies to manage POS, cashless payments, manage labor and harness analytics for producers & brand partners to improve the experience and management of your festiv...
Sync with Sustainability & Social Impact | FestForums 2024
zhlédnutí 3Před 5 měsíci
Many Festivals are nonprofits, committed to the goal of creating a better world. There are many challenges they face while striving to create a better world such as working to relieve poverty, increase education, protect human rights, aid children and animals and increase sustainable practices in a healthier environment. Moderated by Gail Kvistad from Living Local Mariah Hanson | The Dinah Fest...
Behind the Scenes: Operations and Production | FestForums 2024
zhlédnutí 3Před 5 měsíci
Ironically, planning a festival is preparing for everything you haven't thought of already. How do we keep up with real time issues, identify pitfalls in operations, avoid catastrophes, create dashboards and chain of commands that keep the festival organized and on track, particularly when much is done by gig workers and volunteers? Lots to explore in what will be a lively discussion amongst ex...
Music Documentaries Panel | FestForums 2024
zhlédnutí 20Před 5 měsíci
Music Documentaries Panel | FestForums 2024
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FestForums 2019 San Francisco
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Christopher Guest Interviews Harry Shearer at FestForums Santa Barbara 2018
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Christopher Guest Interviews Harry Shearer at FestForums Santa Barbara 2018
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FestForums Santa Barbara 2017 Highlights
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FestForums Santa Barbara 2017 Highlights
FestForum NYC 2017 - Part 4
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FestForum NYC 2017 - Part 4
FestForum NYC 2017 - Part 3
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FestForum NYC 2017 - Part 3
FestForum NYC 2017 - Part 2
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FestForum NYC 2017 - Part 2
FestForum NYC 2017 - Part 1
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FestForum NYC 2017 - Part 1
FestForums Santa Barbara 2016 Closing Keynote: Bruce Dern
zhlédnutí 71Před 7 lety
FestForums Santa Barbara 2016 Closing Keynote: Bruce Dern
FestForums Santa Barbara 2016 Opening Keynote: Michael Lang
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FestForums Santa Barbara 2016 Opening Keynote: Michael Lang
20/20: The Key to Attracting The Collegiate Audience to Your Festival
zhlédnutí 71Před 7 lety
20/20: The Key to Attracting The Collegiate Audience to Your Festival