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Cutting Edge Trade Show & Marketing Opportunities

Trade Show - Product Expo

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

IN THE BAG!

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.

 

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

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:

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:

Cutting Edge will tailor a package to your preferences; a combination that includes any or all of the following:

For anyone wishing to conduct market surveys, Cutting Edge is happy to permit market research projects.

 

 

18th Annual Cutting Edge Music Business Conference and Roots Music Gathering

August 25 - 29, 2010

"Clarifying Income Opportunities in the Music Industry"

Location: Westin New Orleans Canal Place
100 Rue Iberville, New Orleans

 

Cutting Edge/Music Business Institute
1524 North Claiborne Avenue
New Orleans, Louisiana 70116
tel 504.945.1800
fax 504.945.1873
email: cut_edge@bellsouth.net