IEBA 2008 - The Buying Starts Here.
October 12-14, 2008
Nashville, TN
If you need to cancel a registration, there is a cancellation fee of 50% of the order purchase.
Conference Schedule
The buying truly does start here, and we’ve got the showcases to prove it. You won’t believe how much talent we’ve packed in this year, so don’t miss a thing!
Times are subject to change.
Sunday, October 12
9:00 AM, Motorcycle Ride
IEBA has teamed with Steve Moore, senior vice-president of AEG Live and chairman/founder of The Shalom Foundation for the first annual Hope for Kids Ride benefitting The Shalom Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to providing financial support and physical assistance for under-privileged children and their families. The ride will begin at the Hilton and end at historic Oaklawn Mansion in Spring Hill. Join APA senior vice-president, Steve Lassiter, as he leads the scenic ride to the former headquarters of Confederate General John Bell Hood. Enjoy lunch and live entertainment with industry peers while raising money for a wonderful cause. Contact info@ieba.org or 615-251-9000 for registration information.
Ride Brochure PDF
Ride Pledge Kit PDF
12:00 PM, Registration and Welcome Center Open, Hilton Mezzanine Level
4:00 PM, Networking Lounge Open, McKissack East Terrace
5:00 PM, Past President's Reception, Hilton IEBA Suite - Room 1022
Private reception for all IEBA presidents.
5:30 PM, New Member Reception, Ryman West Terrace
"Well, I've joined IEBA...now what?" Definitely a must-attend for all new members. IEBA staff and current board members look forward to meeting, toasting and recognizing you as a new member of IEBA while sharing insights into IEBA's past, present and future.
6:30 PM, Opening Reception and Showcase, Agency for the Performing Arts (APA), Hilton Ballroom
The official kick-off to IEBA 2008! We get the party started with the Agency for Performing Arts as they showcase their incredible talent and celebrate their 15th Anniversary in Nashville. Reconnect with friends and make new ones. Food and beverages provided. Lineup: Salvador, Sam Bush, Devon Allman’s Honeytribe, Sunny Sweeney, Dan Evans
9:30 PM, Showcase – Paradigm Agency, The Stage (across Broadway from the Hilton)
Head over to The Stage (across Broadway from the Hilton) and let Paradigm entertain you into the wee hours of the morning with their latest and greatest! Lineup: Aaron Watson, Bucky Covington, Jack Ingram, Mike Farris, Sawyer Brown, Storme Warren, The Belleville Outfit, The Doyle & Debbie Show, Trailer Choir
Monday, October 13
8:00 AM, Registration and Welcome Center Open, Networking Lounge Open, McKissack East Terrace
Need a place to take a quick meeting? Want to catch up with an old friend? Our lounge is the perfect place for you to grab a drink, check out our exhibitors and catch up with colleagues. New this year, so check it out!
8:00 AM, Breakfast, McKissack East Terrace
Join us on the terrace for breakfast and networking.
9:00 AM, Conference Opening and Member Meeting, Hilton Ballroom
2008 has been a transitional year for IEBA. Find out what has been going on from our leaders and get a glimpse into the exciting future of our organization as we welcome the 2009 board of directors.
9:30 – 10:00 AM, Special presentation by Lee Greenwood, Hilton Ballroom
It's been 25 years since Lee Greenwood and "God Bless the USA" touched all of us. Lee will treat us to an inspiring experience and unforgettable performance.
10:00 AM, Showcase – Utopia Artists, Hilton Ballroom
Get movin’ on Monday with the Sensational 60’s and 70’s Show starring: Richard Street, former lead singer of the Temptations “My Girl” “Cloud Nine”, Ian Mitchell formerly of The Bay City Rollers "Money Honey" "I Only Want To Be With You" "You Made Me Believe in Magic" “ Saturday Night", Terry Sylvester formerly of the Hollies "Long Cool Woman in a Black Dress" "Bus Stop" "Air That I Breathe" "He Aint Heavy, He's My Brother", Jay & the Techniques “Apple, Peaches, Pumpkin Pie” “Keep The Ball Rollin’”, Shadows of Knight “Gloria”
10:30 AM, Keynote Discussion: The Current Economic Matrix...Are You Scared? Hilton Ballroom
Greg Oswald, WILLIAM MORRIS AGENCY
Rick Roskin, CREATIVE ARTISTS AGENCY
Dwight P. Wiles, SMITH WILES & CO.
Gary Weinberger, RED MOUNTAIN ENTERTAINMENT
Ross Schilling, VECTOR MANAGEMENT
Karen Clark, SUNTRUST BANK
11:15 AM, Showcase - Michael Peterson, Hilton Ballroom
11:35 AM, Break
11:45 AM, Up-Close and Personal Discussions
The Second Time Around: How to make the most of the secondary ticket, Sports Grille - Private Room
Making an Offer They Can't Refuse: Write a proposal that won't get lost in the stack, and get the act you want, Ryman 1
We're Confirmed - Now What?: Working through the contract and rider, legally and practically, Ryman 2
The Buck Starts Here: Learn everything you need to know about the R
EAL costs of producing a road-worthy show—where the buck starts and where the buck stops. Ryman 3
Am I Legally Bound to this Contract?: Things aren't going as planned – know your options. McKissack 2
In Case of Emergency: Get the 411 on potential 911s – insurance is important. McKissack 3
What am I Supposed to Pay?: Performance Rights Organization's—Where DOES the money go? Everyone pays (or should pay), but why? Hilton Board Room
12:30 PM, Lunch and Showcase – Creative Artists Agency (CAA)
Sit back, relax and enjoy a great lunch and even greater entertainment from Creative Artists Agency. Lineup: The Lost Trailers, Zac Brown, Whitney Duncan
2:00 PM, Up-Close and Personal Discussions (round two)
The Corporate World: The ins and outs from those who play the game. Ryman 1
Making an Offer They Can't Refuse: Write a proposal that won't get lost in the stack, and get the act you want. Ryman 2
We're Confirmed - Now What?: Working through the contract and rider, legally and practically. Sports Grille - Private Room
The Buck Starts Here: Learn everything you need to know about the REAL costs of producing a road-worthy show—where the buck starts and where the buck stops. Ryman 3
Am I Legally Bound to this Contract?: Things aren't going as planned – know your options. McKissack 2
In Case of Emergency: Get the 411 on potential 911s – insurance is important. McKissack 3
What am I Supposed to Pay?: Performance Rights Organization's—Where DOES the money go? Everyone pays (or should pay), but why? Hilton Boardroom
3:05 PM, Showcase - Crossin' Dixon, Hilton Ballroom
3:15 PM, You Think My Job is Easy?! Hilton Ballroom
You think routing a tour is simple? Find out what goes into getting the artist to the gig and why you don't always get what you want. This interactive game will be the talk of the conference. Led by the Routing Queen, Valerie Summers.
4:00 PM Showcase - SonicBids, Hilton Ballroom
IEBA teamed up with SonicBids and you picked the acts you wanted to see. Check them out live! Lineup: The John Henrys, State Line Mob, Noush Skaugen
5:00 PM, Networking Alley and Very, Very Happy Hour, Sommet Center
Mingle, mix and make some deals.
7:00 PM, Showcase – Buddy Lee Attractions, Cadillac Ranch (305 Broadway)
Head over to the Cadillac Ranch for what always proves to be a wild time with the gang from Buddy Lee! Lineup: Jamie O’Neal, Mark Wills, Mountain Heart, Lorie Morgan, Jeff Bates, Gallagher, RPM and many more … hosted by Killer Beaz (lineup subject to change).
9:30 PM, Showcase - Paradise Artists, The Agency Group and a few surprises!, The Wildhorse 120 2nd Ave. N
We've got funk, rock and some really edgy stuff going on at the Wildhorse! Lineup: Oak Ridge Boys (William Morris Agency), The Outlaws (Paradise Artists/Alliance Artists), Bowling for Soup (The Agency Group)
11:00 PM, 360 Artist Agency, FUEL 114 2nd Ave. S
360 Artist Agency presents “New Artists Showcase” including Curb recording artist Rio Grand, MCA recording artist Ashton Shepherd and Mercury recording artist Randy Rogers Band - Hosted by Neal McCoy with special surprise guest performances.
Tuesday, October 14
8:00 PM, Registration, Welcome Center and Networking Lounge Open
8:00 AM, Breakfast – International Creative Management (ICM), McKissack East Terrace
Yeah, we know you were up late last night. That's why we have some "incentives" for you to join us in a recovery breakfast.
9:30 AM, Marketing Mania!, Hilton Ballroom
There are so many ways you probably didn't even know about to market your brand. Let Maria Brunner share her expertise with you so you can take full advantage of all the opportunities right in front of you.
10:30 AM, The Insider’s Guide to Sponsorships— Toyota Tells It Like It Is, Hilton Ballroom
Kimberly Kyaw - program director, engagement marketing for Toyota
Jennifer Jay - associate director, brand integration group for Saatchi & Saatchi
11:15 AM, Showcase - The Second City, Hilton Ballroom
11:45 AM, Ahhhh … BREAK-OUT!
This is where we send you off to discuss issues pertinent to your size and style of venue and/or client. Play nice.
Casinos McKissack 2
Performing Art Centers McKissack 3
Colleges / Small Venues Ryman 1
Large Venues Ryman 2
Fairs & Festivals Ryman 3
12:45 PM, Lunch and Showcase – William Morris Agency (WMA), Hilton Ballroom
Grab a plate, grab a date and hold on to your seat as William Morris wows us! Lineup: Darius Rucker, Jimmy Wayne, Josh Gracin, Brandon Kinney
2:30 PM, Stories from the Studio, Sommet Center Rehearsal Hall
The Beatles, The Beach Boys, Waylon Jennings, Andy Williams, Judy Garland, James Taylor, Dolly Parton and Roy Orbison are just a few artists this Grammy-winning producer and former president of Apple Records has worked with during his career. Ken Mansfield shares his life with us.
3:45 PM, Social Networking and Online Ticketing, Sommet Center Rehearsal Hall
We'll disclose how the target demographic gets their music, selects shows and buys their tickets so you can get in on the future of marketing online to this target audience. Ticketing companies: Ticketmaster, Eventful, Elevate and Agile and real, live teenagers!
4:45 PM, Showcase - Presented by The Bluebird Café, Sommet Center Rehearsal Hall
6:00 PM, Cocktails at Six, McKissack East Terrace
Just like the Ewings used to do it.
6:15 PM, IEBA Honors, Hilton Ballroom
This year will be star-filled as Joe Piscopo hosts a night to remember. We will honor a humanitarian and celebrate the CMA’s 50th Anniversary with performances by Crystal Gayle, Diamond Rio and Joe Nichols. We’ll be treated to an amazing performance by Loggins & Messina who have achieved a lifetime of success. And we will award many deserving industry colleagues as we toast another year of live entertainment.
9:30 PM, Showcase, FUEL 114 2nd Ave. S
It’s your last night in Nashville, so fill up your tank and jam the night away with some of the hottest talent at one of the hottest venues in town—FUEL! Lineup: The Mother Truckers, John Cowan (New Frontier Touring), Jaryd Lane, Michael Scott (Rocky Comfort), Sweetwater Jade and the legendary Lou Gramm!
