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2008 Cutting Edge Trade Show & Marketing Opportunities
Reach the Music Market one-on-one! Whether you have product, equipment or services, get your message across with the greatest possible impact. Take a stand!
Marketing Opportunities in Adobe "pdf" format.
The Cutting Edge Trade Show & Product Expo is the center of action where everyone will meet, greet and network. Each exhibitor receives two complimentary conference registration. 10' x 10' booth space - $600. Reserve early for priority location.
There will be a media center and a hospitality area. Special product sales opportunities can be made available when possible.
The American Federation of Musicians (AFM) as part of their campaign to support the musicians of New Orleans and surrounding area is assisting with the expansion and development of the Cutting Edge Trade Show, in exchange for which the net proceeds from the sales of booth space will be donated to the Gulf Coast Musician's Relief Fund.
The expansion and development of this year's trade show marks a significant increase of the AFM's involvement with this Conference, and is yet another step toward building a better place for musicians in the music community for the city of New Orleans.
Cutting Edge is in a new location this year to accommodate the growth of the event in recent years, opening access to more music industry panels, and networking at the trade show. There is a 25% discount on tickets to the event for members of the AFM. For more information on the AFM and The Gulf Coast Musicians Relief Fund, see the AFM website at AFM.org
Make sure your best interests are IN THE BAG! Cutting Edge Conference amenity bags will be distributed to all attendees. Get your promotional materials and product samples into the hands of conference goers. Insertion cost $200.
INDIE MAGAZINE: Special Conference Issue
A preview of what to expect at this year's Cutting Edge and more. What to expect at the sessions, a look at the NewWorks Showcase and a review of the precedent-setting Roots Music Gathering. This issue of Indie will have a circulation of 30,000, reaching a core of industry professionals. For ad rates and other information see below or download and view the Indie Ad Rate Card in Adobe "pdf" format.
Full Page W=10-3/8 H=1 b/w $1,200 color N/ 1/2 Page (vert) W=5-3/16 H=13 w $750 color N/A 1/2 Page (horz) W=10-3/8 H=6-1/2 w $750 color N/A 1/4 Page W=5-3/16 H=6-1/2 w $400 color N/A 1/8 Page W=5-3/16 H=3-1/4 SPACE b/w $200 color N/ Outside Back cover SPACE b/w $1,800 color $1,70 Inside Cover (front) b/w $1,500 color N/A Center Pages (each page) b/w $1,600 color $1,600 Ask about Front Rates Banner Space is available fees vary by location!
Open the door to good business! How would you like to share in a business that appeal to every age, every ethic and personality type and whose marketability never wane?
Consider Music. An investment in Cutting Edge makes good business sense. This is an established, comprehensive program that enjoys local, national and international professional support. Cutting Edge gives a picture into the New Orleans market, opening previously untapped business sectors. That can mean an actual take-it-to-the bank return on the dollar. Add to that, the profitable advantage of a community spirited project is the most effective, publicly embraced form of advertising.
There are various levels of sponsorship available, each tailored to the sponsor's choice. These include:
- OFFICIAL SPONSOR
- MAJOR SPONSOR
- MINOR SPONSOR
- SMALL BUDGET SPONOR
At any level of sponsorship or participation, Partnering with Cutting Edge Opens Doors.
SPONSOR BENEFITS
Your level of sponsorship determines the many benefits you derive from your support. You may also select from a variety of events, choosing to sponsor one, several or all. These include:
- Full Conference Activities
- Trade Show
- NewWork Evening Showcases
- NewWork Day Festival Showcases
Cutting Edge will tailor a package to your preferences; a combination that includes any or all of the following:
- A full page ad (color or black and white) in the Indie Magazine Conference issue.
- On-site signage with your name/logo at selected or all venues.
- Publicity on all promotional and mail-out information material.
- Arrangements for special redeemable coupon offers (such as for inclusion in Conference bags)
- Product sales opportunities (made available whenever possible for trade show or festival showcases).
- And, of course, full hospitality and admission to all showcase events.
For anyone wishing to conduct market surveys, Cutting Edge is happy to permit market research projects.
For travel/accommodations/entertainment packages contact: Progressive World Travel, Inc. - 800.479.9767 - Ask for Daniell
The 16th Annual Cutting Edge Music Business Conference
and Roots Music Gathering
August 13-17, 2008
Location: Westin New Orleans Canal Place, 100 Rue Iberville, New Orleans - MAP
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