The Association of Independent Festivals announces ‘Festival Futures’

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After a successful two years establishing and selling out the Festival Congress in Cardiff as a leading festival industry event, The Association of Independent Festivals (AIF) announces ‘Festival Futures’

Two co-ordinated one-day conference events in Brighton and Manchester this April. These will feature festival promoter keynotes, quick fire 'Talking Heads' sessions and fireside chats with industry experts alongside opportunities for networking with the leading lights of the festival world.

TOPICS INCLUDE

  • The importance of multi-arts and family content
  • The food revolution at festivals
  • Connections between streaming platforms and ticketing
  • The impact of virtual reality and other new tech
  • Event safety
  • The importance of grassroots venues and the connection with festivals
  • Festival finances
  • Drugs awareness
  • The politics of participation
  • CDM Regulations

CONFERENCE SCHEDULES AVAILABLE HERE - BRIGHTON // MANCHESTER

LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE

LINKEDIN DELEGATE GROUP HERE

Published on 17 March 2016 by Ben Robinon

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