Event & Venue Marketing Conference 2024 - Denver | EVMC | 5 June 2024 | Colorado Convention Center, 700 14th St, Denver, CO 80202

This Is a Dynamic Conference That Unites a Diverse Community of Entertainment Marketing Professionals from Across North America. Each June, in a New Host City Across the Continent Our Community Gathers for 3 Days of In-Person Meetings Ranging from General & Concurrent Sessions, Breakouts, Awards, Networking, and Evening Events. All with Our Mission of Fostering Inspiration, Collaboration, and Innovation Within the Rapidly Evolving Entertainment Industry.

EVMC evolved to be inclusive of all event professionals, spanning everything from stadiums and amphitheaters to clubs and live events. EVMC has consistently prioritized the education and development of both current and future generations of event marketers. The recent rebrand signifies a strategic move to further this commitment by embracing a broad network of marketers from all venues and promoters.

As a non-profit organization, EVMC is powered by a dedicated group of volunteers on our Board of Directors & Planning Committee with an aim to keep the conference affordable and accessible with the help of generous and strategic partnerships. At the core of EVMC's objectives is the facilitation of networking, education, and the exchange of trends and ideas across various disciplines. This is not only crucial for the success of the Event & Venue Marketing Conference but also essential for propelling the live entertainment industry forward. Join us as we embark on a journey of growth and connectivity, guided by industry leaders, to shape the future of event marketing and venue promotion.

SO who attends this Event?
Over 400+ people from the live entertainment industry attend the conference each year. Attendees represent marketing, publicity, promotions, group sales, live touring shows, arenas and industry vendors from throughout North America.

• 46% of attendees are senior level execs (director, VP, GM, etc)
• 62% of attendees are employed by arenas/venues/stadiums/theaters/convention centers
• 14% of attendees are employed by touring shows
• 16% of attendees are employed by industry vendors
• 33% of attendees are new each year to the conference
• 100% of attendees have fun and learn from the most talented people in the live entertainment industry

WHAT DO EVMC ATTENDEES DO?
• Event & Venue Marketing
• Social Media
• Digital Marketing
• Media Buying
• Creative Services
• Public Relations & Communications
• Sponsorship/Partnerships
• Ticketing/Group Sales
• Live Touring Shows
• Community Outreach
And So Much More

2024 Speakers

MODERATORS:
Derrick L. Christian II
Director, Marketing & Brand Innovation - United Center

Gina Rotolo
Vice President Marketing & Communications - Acrisure Arena & Coachella Valley Firebirds

PANELISTS:

Jeff Nickler
SVP of Oak View Group & General Manager of Moody Center

Molly Davis
Founder & Strategic Storyteller - Wunsopuna

Adam Armit
Senior Manager of Marketing, Venues, Live, F&B - Scotiabank Arena

Chantel Columna
Proprietor & General Manager - Novel Strand Brewing Co.

Haillie Lincoln
Co-Founder & Director of Case Management - Backline

Dr. Donald Wood
Founder & CEO - Inspired Performance Institute

Kay Meilleur
Regional Director of Marketing - Meridian Centre/ASM Global

2024 Partners

• FEVO
• Ticketmaster
• Oak View Group
• Scotiabank Arena
• Climate Pledge Arena
• Feld Entertainment
• Saffire
• Activity Stream
• All Access Tags
• Bauer Entertainment Marketing
• BIG Digital
• Billboard
• Bill Young Productions
• C&K Media Solutions
• Canadian Live Music Association
• Canadian Virtual Tours
• Carbonhouse
• Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group
• Over The Top Marketing
• Remix Labs