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Consumers: EventsThe following events address consumer incentive programs. 9th Annual IMA Executive SummitThe Incentive Marketing Association (IMA) produces an annual Executive Summit attended by delegates from every supplier category in the incentive field. This conference, the largest event of its kind, includes educational and networking events that help incentive professionals expand their incentive program knowledge and marketing partner network. IMA’s Executive Summit is the premier annual conference that offers you the opportunity to network, benchmark and learn from your colleagues – professionals representing every segment of the incentive marketplace. Producer: Incentive Marketing Association. Venue: The Fairmont Copley Plaza Hotel . Location: Boston, Massachusetts, USA . Phone: 630-369-7780 Website: www.incentivemarketing.org AHAA 23rd Semi-Annual ConferenceSponsored by AHAA, the Association of Hispanic Advertising Agencies, this event is meant to raise awareness of opportunities in the Hispanic market and to strengthen the professionalism of the industry. It offers a useful way to collect data about the Hispanic market through presentations and research workshops, as well as to network with other businesses in the market. Producer: Association of Hispanic Advertising Agencies. Venue: Crowne Plaza Hotel. Location: New York, NY, USA . Phone: 703) 610-9014 Website: http://www.ahaa.org American International Toy FairAmerican International Toy Fair® is the largest toy trade show in the Western Hemisphere. More than 1,500 manufacturers, distributors, importers and sales agents from 30 countries showcase their toy and entertainment products. From classic toys to interactive entertainment and everything in between, we have it all! Products include: action figures and dolls, games and puzzles, bicycles, tricycles and ride-ons, radio-controlled vehicles, infant and preschool toys, cars, trucks and trains, puppets and plush, audio and video cassettes, computer software and video games, playground and sporting equipment, Halloween, Christmas, books, stationery, party supplies, and much more! Producer: Toy Industry Association Inc.. Venue: Jacob K. Javits Convention Center and Showroom Locations. Location: New York, NY, USA . Phone: 212-675-1141 Website: http://www.toy-tia.org/ B-to-B Loyalty Virtual SeminarsLoyalty marketing programs aim to improve customer retention and increase sales from best customers. The B-to-B Loyalty Virtual Seminar series offers an opportunity for live computer-based interaction with loyalty markting experts. Producer: Direct Marketing Association. Venue: Online. Phone: 212.790.1500 Basics of Direct MarketingThe Direct Marketing Association (DMA) Basics of Direct Marketing seminar will introduce marketers to all key issues of direct marketing, enabling them to develop skills and gain more knowledge about such vital topics as offers, creative, copywriting and research/testing. It will also provide tools and techniques, help nurture ideas, and teach the essientals of direct marketing. Producer: Direct Marketing Association. Venue: 8/20 Scott Conference Center- Omaha, 9/15 Embassy Suites Cleveland-Downtown , 11/17 Holiday Inn Select-Greenway Plaza -Houston. Location: 8/20 NE, 9/15 OH, 11/17 TX, USA . Phone: 212-768-7277 CCSF Customer Self Service ConferenceThe Customer Care & Services Forum (CCSF) Conference is designed to meet the multi-disciplinary needs of customer care and service delivery professionals, with the overall conference focusing on helping you to bridge the gap between internal processes and the customer experience. Producer: Customer Care & Services Forum/Shared Insights. Venue: Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines. Location: La Jolla, CA, USA . Phone: 781-995-4700 Website: http://www.iirusa.com/ Circulation Achievers LuncheonThe Circulation Council of the Direct Marketing Association (DMA) awards luncheon is an opportunity to network with key circulation leaders, top-level executives in the industry, and the most influential names in the business. Producer: Direct Marketing Association. Venue: Yale Center. Location: New York, NY, USA . Phone: 212-790-1500 Website: http://www.the-dma.org/councilevents/circsepachievers/ Customer Self Service ConferenceThis conference focuses on educating businesses how to make stronger connections with their customers via self-service and to take advantage of the newest self-service technology. It's an excellent way to network and learn self-service strategies and solutions from fellow attendees. Producer: Shared Insights. Venue: Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines. Location: La Jolla, CA, USA . Phone: 781-995-4740 Website: http://www.sharedinsights.com/events/conferences/overview.aspx?e_id=C877CA10CCAB4D45913A29BA14B18EF7 Direct Marketing Association Conference & ExhibitionHosted by the Direct Marketing Association (DMA), this conference highlights all that is new in the world of direct marketing: products, services, and media. There is a wide list of exhibitors, bringing in some of the most experienced practitioners in the direct marketing industry. The conference also includes the ECHO Awards, a look at the year's best marketing promotions. Producer: Direct Marketing Association. Venue: Las Vegas Convention Center. Location: Las Vegas, Nevada, USA . Phone: 212-790-1500 DM Days Conference & ExpoThe Direct Marketing Association's annual "DM Days" conference and exposition includes sessions on Internet marketing basics, affiliate marketing, e-mail lists, e-mail marketing, and targeting on the Internet. It also offers roundtable discussions, workshops, and web usability labs to highlight new strategies and market trends. With more than 250 exhibiting companies, this is also a good networking opportunity. Producer: Direct Marketing Association. Venue: Jacob K. Javits Convention Center. Location: New York, NY, USA . Phone: 1-866-229-2386 or 212-790-1500 Website: http://www.dmdays.com DMA Comprehensive E-Mail Marketing Strategies SeminarNew challenges in the industry – like legislative restrictions and spam blockers – call for new strategies. In this comprehensive seminar, you’ll learn how to take your email marketing to the next level and bring in more profits – in spite of government regulations and other barriers. Producer: Direct Marketing Association. Venue: 6/10 The Gleacher Center The University of Chicago, 8/4 DMA Seminar Center - New York, 9/8 The Park 55 Hotel, 12/9, 2008 The Gleacher Center The University of Chicago . Location: 5/12, 2009 DMA Seminar Center - New York , 6/10 IL , 8/4 NY , 9/8 CA , 12/9 IL , 2008; 5/12 NY, 2009, USA . Phone: 212.790.1500 DMA Copywriting Tools & Techniques Online SeminarThis virtual seminar offered by the Direct Marketing Association over the course of six weeks will help attendees will improve their skills and learn the latest techniques in direct market copywriting.Your instructor – a top professional copywriter – will guide you through weekly lectures and writing assignments sent via e-mail, answer any questions you have along the way and personally critique your work. Producer: Direct Marketing Association. Venue: Online Seminar. Phone: 212.790.1500 Website: http://www.the-dma.org/seminars/aco/ DMA Creative Direct Marketing StrategiesDevelop innovative and successful direct mail strategies for your company and jump-start your direct marketing career. Learn dozens of proven tools that the country’s biggest and best companies rely on. This unique and interactive two day seminar will ensure you know how to make your next direct marketing campaign a huge success. Learn everything you need to know about positioning, choosing the right target market, developing the most effective message, and making your creative work. Producer: Direct Marketing Association (DMA). Location: USA . Phone: 212.790.1500 Website: http://www.the-dma.org/seminars/creativedmstrategies/ DMA Direct Mail Production Strategies SeminarBrush up on the fundamentals and learn the latest techniques of pre-press, printing, lettershop, and mailing all in two days – and learn valuable tips for ensuring you produce your mail on time, on budget, and without error. Most important, learn how to take advantage of all the available postage discounts! Producer: Direct Marketing Association. Venue: DMA Seminar Center - New York. Location: New York, NY, USA . Phone: 212.790.1500 DMA Direct Marketing InstituteThe Direct Marketing Association's Direct Marketing Institute is an in-depth course for beginners and a great refresher for experienced DM professionals wanting to sharpen skills, expand their expertise, and update their knowledge. This seminar can be applied to DMA's Certificate in Direct Marketing. Producer: Direct Marketing Association. Venue: 6/16 The Park 55 Hotel, 6/23 DMA Seminar Center - New York, 7/14 Hilton Boston Financial District, 8/5 The Allerton Hotel, 9/22 DMA Seminar Center - New York . Location: 10/1 Hilton New Orleans Hotel, 11/5 The Allerton Hotel, 12/8 DMA Seminar Center - New York , 6/16 NY , 6/23 MA , 7/14 IL , 8/5 NY , 9/22 NY , 10/1 LA , 11/5 IL , 12/8 NY , 2008, USA . Phone: 212.790.1500 DMA Direct Marketing Law in the 21st Century SeminarPrivacy. Data security. Behavioral targeting. E-mail. Telemarketing. In one day, we’ll tackle these and other pressing concerns and provide you with the cutting-edge solutions you need to sell your products and services – without worry of legal consequences. Take steps now to avoid making ill-informed decisions that put the legal gears in motion and result in negative consequences – including angry customers, bad publicity, lawsuits, and even the loss of business. Producer: Direct Marketing Association. Venue: 9/9 2008 AMA Washington DC ; 1/ 2009 DMA Seminar Center - New York . Location: 9/9 2008- VA ; 1/ 2009- NY, USA . Phone: 212.790.1500 Website: http://www.the-dma.org/seminars/law/ DMA Essentials of Modeling SeminarLearn the benefits of using predictive modeling and strategic segmentation, what all is involved and how to be a good project manager – all in one day. This introduction to quantitative modeling for direct marketers will teach you how to optimize profitability of targeted promotions and identify significant customer and prospect subgroups. Gain an in-depth understanding of a host of quantitative techniques – everything from prediction and segmentation to testing and direct modeling economics. Producer: DMA. Venue: Location not yet available. Location: USA . Phone: 212.790.1500 DMA Introduction to E-Mail Marketing SeminarThis one-day Direct Marketing Association (DMA) seminar will help get company e-mails read by customers. It also offers information on beginning an e-mail marketing campaign, if you don't have one, of if you do have one, it will make sure your strategy is up to speed. Producer: Direct Marketing Association. Venue: Millennium Hotel Minneapolis . Location: Minneapolis, MN, USA . Phone: 212.790.1500 DMA Profitable Customer Retention and WinBack WorkshopThis two-day Direct Marketing Association (DMA) seminar teaches how to retain customs, win back former customers, and identify and stabilize those customers at risk. This seminar is for companies of any size. Producer: Direct Marketing Association. Venue: 7/28 DMA Seminar Center - New York, 12/11 The Allerton Hotel . Location: 7/28- NY, 12/11- IL, USA . Phone: 212.790.1500 DMA Statistics & Modeling for Direct Marketers SeminarThis two-day seminar from the Direct Marketing Association (DMA) helps direct marketers better understand their client database. Attendence of this seminar can be applied to a DMA's certificate in Direct Marketing. Every attendee will receive an excellent workbook full of valuable information for continued reference. DMA members: $1,399 Non-members: $1,699 Producer: Direct Marketing Association. Venue: 6/11 DMA Seminar Center - New York, 8/13 Hilton Boston Financial District , 9/23 The Allerton Hotel , 12/11 DMA Seminar Center - New York, 2008. Location: 3/18 DMA Seminar Center - New York, 4/27 MicroTek 2009 , 6/11- NY , 8/13- MA , 9/23- IL , 12/11- NY , 2008; 3/18- NY, 4/27- DC 2009 , USA . Phone: 212-790-1500. DMA/Colloquy Loyalty Marketing WorkshopCultivating customer loyality reduces attrition and increases profits. This two-day workshop from the Direct Marketing Association (DMA) and Colloquy will offer "real-life" examples and case-study exercises. All attendees receive an informative and useful workbook. Non-Member: $1,800, COLLOQUY Subscriber: $1,700, DMA Member: $1,500 Producer: Direct Marketing Association/Colloquy. Venue: 10/2 DMA Seminar Center; 1/21 AMA San Francisco . Location: 10/2- NY, 1/21- CA, USA . Phone: 212.790.1500 IEG Sponsorship ConferenceA key show in event marketing that attracts a diverse group of participants. Speakers are sponsorship industry leaders and marketing executives from major corporations. Educational sessions cater to the needs of the most inexperienced and the most advanced attendees. Producer: IEG Inc.. Venue: Chicago Hilton. Location: Chicago, IL, USA . Phone: 800-834-4850 or 312-944-1727 Website: http://www.sponsorship.com/Annual-Conference/Content/Overview.aspx IMA 9th Annual Executive SummitHosted by the Incentive Manufacturers and Representatives Alliance (IMRA), this conference includes presentations and educational sessions led by incentive industry experts as well as several award presentations and a great environment to network with industry peers. There is a reception for first time attendees that will help any newcomers get the most out of the experience. Producer: Incentive Manufacturers and Representatives Alliance. Venue: Fairmont Copley Plaza. Location: Boston, MA, USA . Phone: 630-369-7786 Website: http://www.imraorg.net/ In-Store Marketing ExpoHeld each year by the In-Store Marketing Instutute, the In-Store Marketing Expo focuses on designers and builders of displays but also includes some manufacturers, brokers, and promotion agencies. The exhibition includes nearly 200 suppliers each with their own marketing strategies. There is also a long list of seminars presented by industry experts with topics ranging from competing with private labels to accountability in retail media. Producer: In-Store Marketing Institute. Venue: Las Vegas Convention Center. Location: Las Vegas, NV, USA . Phone: 847-675-7400 Website: http://www.instorexpo.com/expo/ Intele-CardExpoThe Intele-CardExpo is attended by a core group of individuals that lead the prepaid card market, as well as buyers from the promotional, retail, fundraising, transportation, finance, education, and business arenas. Primarily a networking opportunity at which attendees can meet with top executives and decision makers. Features up to date products and information about emerging markets. This event also offers educational sessions with topics such as retail trends and case studies. Venue: Sands Expo Center. Location: Las Vegas, Nevada, USA . Phone: 800-883-8353 x150 or (281) 272-2744 x150 Website: http://www.intelecardexpo.com International Consumer Electronics Show (CES)This conference is a great way to gain knowledge about the latest in consumer electronics technology. In a 2005 survey conducted by Burson-Marsteller it was ranked as one of the top ten most desired speaking opportunities by CEOs. The show also has 2,700 exhibitors which cover the entire consumer electronics market, from digital imaging to wireless technology. Also included are two awards programs, the International CES Innovations Design and Engineering Awards and CNET's Best of CES Awards. Producer: Consumer Electronics Association. Venue: Las Vegas Convention Center and the Sands Expo and Convention Center. Location: Las Vegas, NV, USA . Phone: (703) 907-7605 or (866) 233-7968 Website: http://www.cesweb.org Licensing 2008 International ExpoLicensed products have a major role in premium programs. This show, sponsored by the International Licensing Industry Merchandiser's Association (LIMA), is the major event for the licensing industry, with exhibits and an education program covering all aspects of the industry. Producer: Advanstar Communications. Venue: Javits Convention Center. Location: New York, NY, USA . Phone: (888) 644-2022; (218) 723-9130; or (212) 951-6731 Website: www.licensingshow.com Loyalty Marketing Virtual SeminarsThis online seminar series from the Direct Marketing Association (DMA) and Colloquy offers interactive advice on how to increase customer loyalty and retention and turn customers into advocates from loyalty experts. DMA/Colloquy members: $149, non-members: $199 Producer: Direct Marketing Association/Colloquy. Venue: Online Seminar-The Psychology of Rewards . Location: Online , . Phone: (212) 790-1500 Marketing & Branding Excellence 2008The Marketing and Branding Excellence conference, produced by the American Strategic Management Institute (ASMI), aims to equip corporate managers and marketers with tools and techniques to advance their marketiing strategies, enhance customer loyalty and satisfaction, and demonstrate the results of their marketing campaigns. The conference offers leading industry speakers and multiple opportuntities to network with marketing experts and industry peers. Producer: American Strategic Management Institute. Venue: Arlington Rosslyn Courtyard by Marriott. Location: Arlington, VA, USA . Phone: 703-894-0920 Website: http://www.asmiweb.com/events/ Mastering the 50+ MarketplaceLearn to reach, communicate with, and sell to the lucrative 50+ mature market - that's 93 million consumers whose heads you need to get inside. This interactive two day seminar will help you do just that - directly relate to this swelling customer base that soon will no longer be a niche but the single largest market segment of American consumers. Learn how to identify different cohorts and their unique needs and give your 50+ customers what they want. Producer: Direct Marketing Association. Venue: Hyatt Regency Miami; DMA Seminar Center - New York. Location: Miami; NYC , FL; NY , USA . Phone: (212) 790-1500 NARMS Annual Meeting, Conference, and ExhibitionHosted by the National Association for Retail Marketing Services (NARMS), this event includes educational sessions and roundtable discussions which are a great way to learn strategies of other members of the retail marketing industry. The event also includes an exhibition hall on the first day. Producer: National Association for Retail Marketing Services. Venue: The Broadmoor . Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado , USA . Phone: 715) 342-0948 Website: http://www.narms.com National Center for Database Marketing ConferenceThis biannual event from the National Center for Database Marketing (NCDM) provides tools and techniques for the database marketing industry. There are a large number of educational sessions focused on interpreting and understanding database marketing trends. The conference also includes great networking opportunities. Producer: Penton Media. Venue: Gaylord Palms Resort . Location: Orlando, FL , USA . Phone: 212.768.7277 and 212-790-1500 Website: http://www.the-dma.org/conferences/conferencecatalog/ncdm.shtml New York Nonprofit ConferenceThis conference focuses on communication, marketing, and fundraising efforts directed toward nonprofit donors. Producer: Direct Marketing Association Nonprofit Federation. Venue: Renaissance Hotel. Location: Washington, DC , USA . Phone: (202) 628-4380 and 202.861.2410 Website: http://www.the-dma.org/nonprofitfederation/index.shtml PGA Merchandise Show 2009Hosted by the Professional Golfers Association (PGA), this is the world's largest golf products exposition. Includes exhibits, conferences, and a day of demonstrations. The conference offers seminars on topics such as general management, marketing & promotions, golf operations, and instruction. Producer: Professional Golfers Association. Venue: Orange County Convention Center. Location: Orlando, FL, USA . Phone: (800) 840-5628 or (203) 840-5628 Website: http://www.pgamerchandiseshow.com/ PMA Annual Integrated Marketing ConferenceHosted by the Promotion Marketing Association, Inc. (PMA) this event covers all aspects of promotional marketing and is a must for anybody trying to get to know the field. Brands from all over the world attend and give their own unique feedback. Provides a means of networking with peers and learning new and innovative strategies from leading companies. Producer: Promotion Marketing Association, Inc.. Location: Chicago, IL, USA . Phone: (212) 420-1100 Website: http://www.pmalink.org PMA Marketing Law Conference 2008This Promotion Marketing Association (PMA) conference provides an overview of the myriad laws and regulations that affect promotion marketing. The conference is a great opportunity to network with leaders of the industry, and should be attended by anyone interested in the legal implications of utilizing any promotion and integrated marketing devices. Producer: Promotion Marketing Association Inc.. Venue: Marriott Downtown. Location: Chicago, IL, USA . Phone: 212-420-1100 Website: http://www.pmalink.org/ PMA's Basics of Promotion MarketingThis two-day seminar from the Promotional Marketing Association (PMA) is designed to help those entering the field understand the basics of promotional marketing. It's a great way to learn a great deal of information about the industry very quickly, as well as to learn skills that are both creative and practical. In addition to educational sessions, the conference includes presentations by industry experts. Producer: Promotion Marketing Association Inc.. Location: USA . Phone: 212-420-1100 ext 237 Website: http://www.pmalink.org POPAI Annual Leadership ConferenceThe POPAI Leadership Conference brings together users and suppliers of Point of Purchase(POP) marketing strategies and materials for retail. Point of Purchase Advertising International (POPAI) is an international association with offices in 19 countries, and its events attract attendees from all over the world. Producer: POPAI. Venue: Hyatt Regency Penn's Landing. Location: Philadelphia, PA, USA . Phone: 703-373-8800 Website: http://www.popai.com SITE International ConferenceThe Society of Incentive & Travel Executives (SITE) International Conference is a key event in the incentive travel industry. It includes educational and networking events that help incentive and travel professionals expand their business network by exploring trends and the strategies of their colleagues. This event attracts attendees from all over the world who bring their own diverse solutions to the table. Producer: Society of Incentive & Travel Executives. Venue: Fairmont Le Montreux Palace. Location: Lake Geneva , Switzerland . Phone: 312-321-5148 Website: http://www.site-intl.org SOCAP Annual ConferenceThe Society of Consumer Affairs (SOCAP) Annual Conference addresses key issues and developments in the consumer affairs/customer service arena. Includes presentations from authors and motivational speakers on leadership, as well as breakout sessions focusing on consumer experience, contact center and consumer affairs operations, data capture and risk analysis, and liability and risk. Producer: Society of Consumer Affairs. Venue: Loews Miami Beach Hotel . Location: Miami, FL , USA . Phone: 703-519-3700 Website: http://www.socap.org/ The Basics of Promotion Marketing SeminarThe Promotion Marketing Association (PMA) seminar is taught several times a year at different locations. This is a well-rounded introduction taught by senior marketing executives and marketing law attorneys, with the focus primarily on consumer promotions. The conference is internationally acclaimed, and attracts a diverse group of attendees. Producer: PMA (Promotion Marketing Association). Venue: Elephant & Castle/. Location: Chicago, IL, USA . Phone: (212) 420-1100 ext 237 Website: http://www.pmalink.org/ The Motivation ShowThe Motivation Show includes the Incentive Travel and Meetings Executives Show (IT&ME) and the National Premium Incentive Show (NP/IS), with exhibitors representing the entire range of premium and incentive product and travel destination offerings. Educational sessions cover consumer premiums, employee incentive awards, incentive travel, employee recognition and performance improvement. Producer: Hall Erickson. Venue: McCormick Place. Location: Chicago, Illinois, USA . Phone: 630.434.7779 Website: www.motivationshow.com The New York Incentive, Rewards, and Recognition Expo and Conference -- The Brands ShowThe New York Incentive, Rewards, and Recognition Expo is about brands and people: Using brands to help motivate and engage external and internal audiences, and in turn engaging external and internal audiences to help maximize brand performance. Show attendees will: 1) Meet with nearly 100 leading brand names to discover what's new and exchange ideas with brand leaders covering a cross-section of consumer merchandise. 2) Learn about the new brand medium through free on-floor power sessions presented by the Incentive Marketing Association. These sessions will address the new brand medium and how it's used to break through the clutter and engage key external and internal audiences. 3) Discover the role of people in brand performance through paid sessions co-located at the expo and presented by the Forum for People Performance Management and Measurement, the Promotion Marketing Association, and the National Association for Employee Recognition. Register at www.nyirr.com or call 212-591-7600, ext. 241 Producer: Selling Communications Inc.. Venue: Hilton Hotel and Towers . Location: New York City, NY, USA . Phone: 800-765-7615 Website: www.nyirr.com |
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