The Association of Festival Organisers (AFO) Conference 15th-17th November is the annual gathering of Festival Organisers, Events Managers, Agents and Industry Experts... The biggest meeting of its kind and the "Number 1" Festival networking opportunity.
Some of this year's BIG topic's
Countering Crime at Festivals Tent thefts, secondary ticket sales and even suspect packages have become very real issues at events. This session looks at how to keep your festival, your customers and their possessions safe.
Finding a New Audience Online Is Facebook old news already? Learn how to spend your budget and time to build a real online potential ticket buying audience.
SAG groups....a necessary evil? What are Safety Advisory Groups all about and how can they be useful to you and not an irritation.
A Festival Story......with Bearded Theory An in-depth chat with Rich Bryan, one of the Directors of this ever-growing Midlands based Festival. Renowned for its amazing friendly vibe and extraordinary attempts to break the record for the most fake beards in one place, this event has sold out throughout the recession and grown year on year…..come and hear how.
Other subjects covered include...
Can you afford Royal Mail? - A look at alternatives to print and mail outs.
Street Arts Programming with the National Association of Street Artists and The Independent Street Arts Network.
A leaflet on every corner - discuss the new government "charging for leafleting on streets" proposal with Live Music Exchange.
Paying to be Policed - New charges for having uniform at your event.
Purple Guide Update - Now it's online come and learn how do we use it and tell the writers what you think?
Access All Areas (for everyone, everywhere) – Join Trailblazers and discuss accessibility throughout your event for those less able.
Endless Tea, Coffee, Great Food and maybe even a Sauna......make it a weekend break
The Eastwood Hall Conference Centre is just that, a dedicated Conference Facility and as such it offers Delegates some great comforts. Unlimited tea, coffee and other light refreshments as part of your Delegate fee, plus a finger buffet lunch on Saturday.
Make a weekend of it and squeeze in a relaxing swim and sauna at the end of the Conference day, then have a hearty dinner in the top quality restaurant (please remember to book your evening meal in advance when booking your bed!)
