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REGISTRATION FOR 2009 IS NOW OPEN!
With never-ending headlines of mergers, acquisitions, rollups and divestures, the touring industry is undergoing changes that will impact everything from club shows to stadium megatours. The basic principles remain in place but staying updated on this revolution is crucial, building contacts and networking has never been more critical. The Billboard Touring Conference unites today's most successful promoters, agents, managers, venue operators, sponsors, digital music executives, merchandising companies and production professionals to discuss the state of the industry, network and do business. Guided by Ray Waddell, Billboard’s executive director of content and programming for touring and live entertainment, this unique event includes potent panel topics, provocative discussions, productive roundtables as well as networking opportunities with touring industry power players and decision makers. This two-day conference is capped off by the Billboard Touring Awards, which honors the concert industry's top artists and professionals based on actual data compiled through the Billboard Boxscore chart. In 2008, the awards reception also included two special honors – The Humanitarian Award presented to Bon Jovi/Philadelphia Soul, and the Legend of Live Award, presented to The Allman Brothers Band. Don't miss your chance to control your own destiny and network with the best in the touring business! The idea you hear may be your future; the hand you shake may be your new partner. LIVE MUSIC IS THE FUTURE AND THE FUTURE IS NOW WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Promoters, agents, managers, venues, sponsors, production professionals, merchandising companies, ticket agents and other touring-related businesses!  Concerts are part art, part party--and a big part business. Check out:This Business of Concert Promotion and Touring Ray Waddell, Richard D. Barnet, and Jake Berry The only book that looks at the business of concert promotion * A must-have for anyone promoting concerts or managing a group * How-tos on working with artists, venues, personnel, press, and more * Great addition to the top-selling This Business of TMseries |
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