15th Annual NW Festivals & Events Conference

The Ways and Means of Festivals and Events have proven to be an important part of the community life in the Pacific Northwest.  The NW is home to thousands of festivals and events from small to gihugeic!  (Much bigger than giant and huge put together)  No matter what your role in this industry, from producer or presenter, fundraiser, tourism official, Chamber of commerce or organization, Visitors and convention bureau, non profit association, entertainer, supplier, parks department or local government, super valuable volunteer, newcomer or seasoned professional, this Conference has something to offer and is the opportunity to network and share information, stories and solutions with peers in the industry.  You are not alone in your efforts to produce, survive and thrive with an event or festival – we’ll show you the Ways and Means of Festivals & Events.

The Northwest Festivals & Events Conference offers two full days of informative and motivating sessions that will provide you with tools about trends in the industry, strategies for making you more successful, and inspiration to recharge you and those you work with.

No matter what type of event or festival from fundraisers to rodeos, sporting events and parades, children’s festivals, community celebration, concerts or ground breaking ceremonies – we’ve got something for you!   The Ways and Means of Festivals & Events – March 16-18, 2008 – Salem Conference Center.

Scholarships:

A limited number of scholarships or partial scholarships are available to the NW Festivals & Events Conference. Contact your respective state program for applications and guidelines.

About the Presenters:

The 2008 Northwest Festivals & Events Conference is produced by the Northwest Festivals & Events Conference Committee. This committee is a partnership between the Washington Festivals & Events Association and the Oregon Festivals & Events Association. The NWFEC is the premier conference in the Pacific Northwest for festival & event solutions!

HIGHLIGHTS

• 25 Educational Sessions – featuring speakers who are leaders and experts in the industry
• Trade Show – Monday March 17th from 2:00pm to 5:30pm - with exhibits by the leading suppliers of goods and service in the Pacific NW.  Get some work done, book your suppliers here.
• Round Table Topics – 10 topics, based upon your request from past conferences
• Entertainment Showcases – Great talent for your consideration
• AWARDS Luncheon – recognizing outstanding achievements in the industry from Oregon and Washington. 
• Silent Auction – a don’t miss event with great goodies.  BIP Packaged and memorabilia from events throughout the region.
• Networking Opportunities – share your ideas and enjoy the company of your peers in our Hospitality Suites – sponsored by Honey Buckets and Oregon Beverage.

Sales Policy:

All sales are final. Any disputes may be submitted to the Contact listed below.

Contact Information:

Jill Ingalls
Oregon Festivals and Events Association
1-866-451- OFEA (6332)
PO BOX 2248
Lebanon, Oregon 97355