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SCHEDULE
SCHEDULE
By Day: October 9th-10th, 2007
BILLBOARD DANCE MUSIC SUMMIT
By Night: October 4th- 10th, 2007
VEGAS MUSIC ALLIANCE EXPERIENCE
Presented by Billboard
Enjoy the VEGAS MUSIC EXPERIENCE! All attendees will receive VIP access to one week of incredible nighttime events featuring the world’s best DJs, hot nightclubs and concerts as well as can’t miss pool parties. Stay tuned for featured DJs and club announcements. Scroll down to see the schedule of events for the Billboard Dance Music Summit on October 9th- 10th.
For the most up to date VME party schedule, please visit: http://www.vegasmusicexperience.com
REGISTRATION IS OPEN FROM 3-5PM FROM OCTOBER 4 - OCTOBER 8TH AT THE PALMS POOL. LOOK FOR BILLBOARD. ON DAYS OF CONFERENCE, REGISTRATION IS OPEN FROM 10AM-5PM AT THE LOUNGE IN THE PALMS
BILLBOARD DANCE MUSIC SUMMIT
TUESDAY, OCT. 9, 2007
The Lounge / Keywest Ballroom, Casino Level
Palms Casino Resort, Las Vegas, NV
REGISTRATION
The Lounge
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
SESSIONS
Keywest Ballroom
10:45 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
OPENING REMARKS/ WELCOME ADDRESS
Ian D'Souza, CEO, Marian Records, Inc.
11:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
MAKING THE BRAND
Need a crash course in the fine art of partnering band and brand? Join these Madison Avenue creatives, brand marketers and music industry execs for a frank discussion on branded entertainment and experiential marketing.
Moderator:
Michael Paoletta, Brand Marketing Editor, Billboard
Speakers:
Richard Bishop, Owner, 3 Artist Management
Dave Curtin, Partner/Executive Music Producer, DeepMix
Bonny Dolan, Executive Producer/Artist Liaison, Comma Music
Brian Feit, Owner, BMF Media
Josh Rabinowitz, Senior VP/Director of Music, Grey Worldwide
Jeff Straughn, VP of Strategic Marketing, Island Def Jam Music Group
12:30 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.
TRANS EUROPE EXPRESS
Electronic artists and DJs are selling out venues around the globe. Manager, promoter, sponsor and venue share their thoughts on the art of the tour.
Moderator:
Kerri Mason, Beat Box Contributor, Billboard
Speakers:
Frankie Anobile, Director of Operations, True Nightlife
Chris Cox, Artist
Gino LoPinto, CEO, Vegas Alliance
2:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
WHAT ARE WORDS WORTH?
What happens when two industry veterans sit down for a face-to-face conversation? Consider this a twist on the traditional keynote address.
Speakers:
Peter Nicholson, Partner/Chief Creative Officer, Deutsch New York
Alexandra Patsavas, Owner, Chop Shop Music Supervision
3:00 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.
ON THE RADIO
Sponsored by Stevie Jewel
In a world of changing radio formats and mediums, veteran acts and newcomers are still able to get their music heard on the airwaves. Let these experts
tell you how.
Moderator:
Cary Vance, VP of Promotions, Promo-Only
Speakers:
Skyy, Program Director, XM Satellite Radio
Rod Carillo, Program Director, KNRJ
Kris Henderson, Program Director, WMPH
Gary Salzman, President, BIG Entertainment
Trevor Simpson, Music Director, KNGY
4:30 p.m. – 5:45 p.m.
VOICES CARRY
Sponsored by Catz Entertainment
Performance by Catz Entertainment recording artist, amberRose
Introducing, amberRose on Catz Entertainment performing her new single, "Destiny". Catz Entertainment represents amberRose, producer/remixing team Klubjumpers, and DJ's Dan Mathews and John Rizzo.
Panel:
You know their voices from the songs they sing. Now, it's time to get up close and personal with the singers whose voices are heard around the world. This roundtable discussion will feature dance/electronic music newcomers and veterans, sharing their stories—the ups and the downs.
Moderator:
Michael Paoletta, Brand Marketing Editor, Billboard
Speakers:
Vanessa Daou
Samantha James
Jes
Evelyn "Champagne" King
Kelly Llorenna
Kristine W
Jody Watley
6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
The Lounge at the Palms Casino Resort
BILLBOARD DJ MEET & GREET
All attendees to come mingle with industry leaders and Billboard DJs for cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, and networking.
BILLBOARD DJ's:
Brett Henrichsen, President, Masterbeat
David La Salle, DJ, The Atlantic House
Ronald Siomowicz, Guide/Editor, DanceMusic.About.Com
Robert Oleysyck, Owner, Park Studios
Dave Matthias, DJ
Daniel Martinez, DJ
Jorgen Steen, Producer, The Hit Collective
DJ Lynnwood, CEO, Feedback Digital/Mix Agent
Chris Panaghi, President, DJG
Dean Ernst, Marketing Director, Play MPE
Mark Levatino, Owner, DJ Mechanix LLC
Ron Thomas, Sound Recordings, AFTRA
Joey Shull, Resident DJ/Promotions, Legends Night Club
BILLBOARD DANCE MUSIC SUMMIT
Palms Casino Resort, Las Vegas, NV
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 10, 2007
REGISTRATION
The Lounge
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
SESSIONS
Keywest Ballroom
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
THE BILLBOARD MASTER CLASS
Where are we at and where are we headed? These two questions form the foundation of this discussion that focuses on the constantly evolving landscape of the music industry.
Moderator:
Tamara Conniff, Executive Editor/Associate Publisher, Billboard
Speakers:
Brandon Bakshi, Executive Director, BMI Europe
John Campanelli, Sr. Director of advertising, Film & TV, Sony/ATV Music Publishing
Agostino Carollo, Artist/Producer
Andy Lee of Love to Infinity, Artist
Kurosh Nasseri, Owner, Nasseri Music Business Solutions
Michael Weiss, Founder, Nervous Records
12:10 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.
Presentation by Douglas Ruffin, President, GiGCREATOR
DIGITAL LOVE
Sponsored by GiGCREATOR
Music is being consumed more than ever across numerous platforms,
encompassing the Internet, mobile and satellite. Key executives will discuss digital distribution, digital rights management and viral communities.
Moderator:
Alexandra Greenberg, Sr. Account Executive, Mitch Schneider Organization
Speakers:
Shane German, Assistant Manager of Artist & Label Relations, SoundExchange
Rich Masio, Senior Director of Content Acquisition, IODA
Brad Roulier, Founding Partner, Beatport.com
Ricky Simmonds, Co-founder, Audiojelly.com
Ron Slomowicz, Guide/Editor of Dance Music, About.com
1:30 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.
THE BILLBOARD Q&A
Join Billboard's Michael Paoletta and Kerri Mason for a two-on-two interview with The Crystal Method. TCM bandmates Ken Jordan and Scott Kirkland will take attendees on a journey into the past, present and future. Along the way, we'll celebrate the 10th anniversary of the duo's groundbreaking album, "Vegas," which has been re-released as a two-disc Deluxe Edition set via Geffen/UMe.
2:30 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.
THAT SYNCH KING FEELING
Live performance by Odain
Music is everywhere, from TV and films to videogames and advertising
campaigns. Who are the power players behind these synch licensing deals? Here, attendees will learn the ins and outs of partnering the right song with the right creative.
Moderator:
Tamara Conniff, Executive Editor/Associate Publisher, Billboard
Speakers:
Gregory Grene, Music Producer, DraftFCB
Heather Kreamer, Music Supervisor, mOcean
John Melillo, Executive Creative Director/Senior VP, Evergreen Music
Amine Ramer, Music Supervisor, States of Sound
Leonard Richardson, VP of Music, The CW
Baron von Luxxury
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
LEFTFIELD ANTICS: THINKING OUTSIDE THE PR BOX
Sponsored by Mix Revolution
What are the best ways to promote and market dance/electronic music to infiltrate the mainstream consciousness? Scratching your head? This panel was created for you.
Moderator:
Kerri Mason, Beat Box Contributor, Billboard
Speakers:
Jessica Cohen, President, JC PR
Lainie Copicotto, Owner, Aurelia Entertainment
Hosh Gureli, Founder, HOSHG
Orlando Puerta, Director of Club & Lifestyle Marketing, Warner Brothers Records
Craig Roseberry, Owner, Shifty Entertainment
IMPORTANT:
All hosts of parties listed above have agreed to admit Summit badge holders for free beginning at the times listed on the schedules. Please note that Billboard has made the above agreements in good faith and is not responsible for any door drama.
All venues are 21+ and will require photo ID for admission. Admission subject to each night club’s dress code.
By attending the above parties, the attendee agrees and acknowledges that Billboard, its affiliates and sponsors assume no responsibility to the attendee or any other person or entity for any liability, damage, loss, injury or expense in any way connected or related to, or arising out of, the party or any events or incidents before or after the party.
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