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A WFA Showcase is THE marketing tool for entertainers looking to play fairs. A WFA Showcase is an entertainers 15 minute audition for fair entertainment buyers. Applications and requirements to showcase during the 2009 Convention in Reno, Nevada are due in the WFA office no later than October 31, 2008. The Showcase Selection Committee will be judging all applications the first week of November and selected acts will be notified by November 17.To view the 2009 Showcase Brochure and requirements, CLICK HERE. To download the 2009 application CLICK HERE. WFA also accepts Electronic Press Kits through Sonicbids. Add your EPK to the WFA drop box at http://www.sonicbids.com/WesternFairsAssociation.
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The CFA Fall Management Conference, November 10-12, is just around the corner. Please make sure to get your registration forms in by October 27 for the early bird rate of $225 dollars. October 27 is also the last day to grab a room at the special rate of $89.00 at the Courtyard Marriot Cal Expo. Please call 800.973.1386 and mention Western Fairs – CFA Fall Conference for the special group rate. Western Fairs Association and the California Department of Food and Agriculture, Division of Fairs and Expositions have concluded the planning stage of the conference. The schedule, subject to minor changes, is available by clicking here. Registration forms available here.
Big features of the conference include noted economist Claude Gruen’s take on fairs and the economy and the One Minute Manager workshop, a $225 value all on its own! Packed in and around these great programs there are 15 industry specific sessions providing a great educational resource and superb networking opportunities. Come learn, share AND have a great time!
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Plan now for the WFA 2009 Annual Convention, Trade Show and Marketplace! The Convention will be held January 25-28 at the Grand Sierra Resort and Casino in Reno, Nevada. WFA staff is hard at work planning all the details but here are some of the highlights:
Social Events and Networking Opportunities – Annual WFA Bowling Tournament, President’s Reception, Trade Show and Marketplace, Wine and Cheese Reception, Blue Ribbon Foundation Auction and Slot Tournament, Two Nights of Showcase, Industry Awards Dinner and more . . .
Educational Programming for all Members – Fair Director Training, Keynote Hunter L. Lovins, Summit on the Future of Commercial Exhibitors, Who Moved My Cheese Keynote, The Maker Faire Story, Social Media Session, Marketing to Gen X, Rules of the Road, Insurance Issues, Community Relevance and more . . .
New Trade Show and Marketplace – Green Exhibitors, Marketplace, NICA Food Show, Blue Ribbon Foundation Slot Tournament, Delegate Drawings, Seven Exclusive Hours of Trade Show, Food Served, Souvenir Shopping and more . . .
Trade Show and Marketplace information available here.
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| WFA announces achievement award incentives |
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Western Fairs Association is proud to present the 46th Annual Achievement Awards Program. This year’s competition handbook has several changes, please review it carefully. We have added several new divisions; Innovative Use of Technology, Community Relevance, Guerilla Marketing Tactics and much more. Our Featured Program this year focuses on Not-for-Profit 501(3)(C) organizations, we look forward to all the innovative ideas the fair industry has produced.
The purpose of the Achievement Awards is mostly to celebrate excellence in the industry, but it also gives everyone a chance to learn from each other. The fair industry is unique in that stealing good ideas is encouraged. In our efforts to increase entries, thereby increasing the potential to learn, we are introducing NEW entry fee incentives. Small Fairs with less than 50,000 in annual attendance will pay NO entry fees. All other fairs will receive five FREE fee waivers – first five entries are FREE. All entries can be viewed at the Annual Convention and Tradeshow in Reno, January 25-28, 2009.
Western Fairs Association would like to thank Alameda County Agricultural Fair for hosting the entry and judging process of the Achievement Awards Program. If you have any questions about the program please contact Monica Rodriquez at (925) 426.7668 or monica@alamedacountyfair.com
Please click here to open the 2008 Annual Achievement Awards Competition Handbook.
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| "Five + 5" Membership Drive |
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Western fairs is unveiling the "Five + 5" Membership Drive. Prizes are abundant for those who refer new businesses. Free entry into the slot tournament at the 2009 convention in Reno, Suite upgrades and food credits - It is possible to walk away with over one thousand dollars just for refering new businesses to our great organization. More information is available at Membership Drive Details and make sure to have Membership Applications on hand.
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