Source: Pasadena Now » Rose Bowl Launches New Program, Gives Students the Chance to Explore Pasadena’s Most Famous Structure | Latest Pasadena News – PasadenaNow.com

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Tham Khai Meng, Ogilvy & Mather’s worldwide chief creative officer, explores an innovative trend that can help marketers think outside of the marketing box.

Source: What The Rise And Stall Of Pokemon Go Can Teach Creative Marketers | Co.Create | creativity + culture + commerce

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Source: Austin city staff to events organizers: Show us the money – Austin Business Journal

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President Obama gathered actor Leonardo DiCaprio and environmental conservationist  Dr. Katharine Hayhoe to create an event “South by South Lawn” to bring awareness of global climate change and global conservation awareness. Modeled after similar events held during Texas’ own South by Southwest, the event brings awareness featuring innovations in technology and music. Panel discussions included topics such as “feeding the future” and “fixing real problems.”

Source: Obama Tries to Recreate SXSW at White House | NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth

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The Fair Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily function of the King William Fair, and other event activities in accordance with the current Board of Director’s priorities in keeping with the King William Association Charter and By-Laws. The King William Fair Supervisor is expected to work independently but will be accountable to the Fair Manager, the Executive Director, the Fair Chair and the President of the Board of Directors.

The 50th King William Fair, on Saturday, April 29, 2017 from 9:00am – 6:00pm, is an official Fiesta event and a family friendly fair with art and craft vendors, live music and dance on five stages, food and beverage booths, a Kids Kingdom play area and a quirky parade, all on the streets of the historic district with its stately homes and gracious gardens. To read more about his job opportunity, click here.

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Compare this article regarding municipal annual expenditures and special events in Delray, FL to the article we posted on city policies and special events with the City of Austin, TX. From Delray: “A decision to change special events policies means Delray Beach will have at least five fewer festivals — and the staple events that want to remain face more restrictions and higher costs.”

Source: Delray festivals, parade now paying double with more restrictions | www.palmbeachpost.com

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Austin officials are exploring new ways to pay for increased services during special events held in the city. One of the recommendations would require events that have been granted fee waivers — including South By Southwest Inc. — to submit post-event reports so that city officials can make sure these events are worth the money. If they fail to meet to-be-determined benchmarks, those waivers could be forfeited.

Source: Austin city staff to events organizers: Show us the money – Austin Business Journal

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Part of a revitalization program in Crystal City, VA public art has transformed city buildings into a “giant art gallery”. This kind of initiative can be included with future public events. Art Walls, CEO and president of the Crystal City Business Improvement District (CCBID) Angie Fox said, “We were looking at ways to shift perceptions, and in our world, concrete is canvas. We can infuse art into the fabric of Crystal City so that you experience it as you walk around. Whether you’re into art or not, certainly the color and the vibrancy can have an impact.”

Source: Vibrant murals transform this Virginia city into a giant art gallery

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The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) suggests that “millennials hold the key to continued success and survival” in the attractions industry. Read about demographic, spending habits and social structure of our current (and future) public.

Source: Drawing Future Visitors – January 2015

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This article suggests event managers provide as much support to exhibitors to be successful; “whenever someone signs up for your exhibition, it is good practice to offer them tools and support to make the most of their investment.” The prize you are running for is renewal next year

Source: 20 Tactics to Drive More Attendees to Exhibition Booths

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