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Creating Scalable Festivals: Balancing Growth, Community Needs, and the Role of Local Vendors in Festival Success
A key factor in achieving this balance is the involvement of local vendors and service providers who contribute to the festival's success while promoting regional identity. By engaging young entrepreneurs, the Chamber of Commerce, and other regional partners, festivals can
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Apr 154 min read
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Beyond Dining: How The Hangout Shapes Gulf Shores with World-Class Events
Beyond its year-round entertainment and dining complex operations, The Hangout also runs a robust event production company that creates some of the Gulf Coast’s most memorable, national, and internationally recognized events.
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Apr 123 min read
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SERIES FOCUS: Event Production -Concept Development, Site Planning, Build, Maintenance, and Strike.
Planning large-scale events requires a structured approach from concept development through execution. Each stage of the process is
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Mar 5, 20242 min read
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SERIES FOCUS: Event Production -Security, First Aid, and Community Relations
Security, medical assistance, and community relations are foundational to successfully executing large events. Having the ability to manage these critical elements safeguards the well-being of attendees and staff and fosters positive relationships with local governments and communities.
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Mar 5, 20242 min read
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SERIES FOCUS: Event Production -Vendor, Sponsorship, and Media Relations
Managing vendors, securing sponsorships, and building media relationships are essential for
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Mar 5, 20241 min read
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SERIES FOCUS: Event Production -The Production, Technology, Staffing and Operations
Technology, staffing, and event operations form the backbone of any large-scale event. Expertise in these areas helps streamline operations, improve efficiency, and
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Mar 5, 20242 min read
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