VenuesNow’s Post

Check out MoCo360's list of things to do this week! From festivals to fall events to shows, there is so much to do in the county. Read the article at the link below. ✍️: Josephine Jack #moco360 #bethesdamagazine #mocomd #thingstodo #whattodo #weekend

'Tis the season for fun, festivals and family time! Watch the latest episode of PSL NOW to learn about this weekend's International Fest and the upcoming Festival of Lights and PSLinLights Party. Our hosts, Maritza and Benjamin, also recap news you might have missed. All this, and more, on the latest episode of PSL NOW!

An incredible report about the state of Nashville’s nightlife - the findings and recommendations apply to London and all cities where nightlife is important. Key takeaways: Music venues increasingly face a math problem: costs are high and rising further, and it can be extremely difficult to make a profit. In addition to taking fewer chances on less-established artists or genres, some venues aim to reduce risk by working with corporate partners, or locating further out. Affordable rents and urban mobility are major issues, for people and venues. Musicians and nightlife workers are concerned that the cost of living will price them out of the city. Meanwhile, as corporate venue owners increase their presence, there is fear that independent venues will soon have no place in an increasingly costly city. Increased development in nightlife areas sets the scene for new conflicts between venues and neighbors. As residential development increases, venues and residences are more likely to exist close together, fueling new pressures on existing venues and creating challenges for new venues to find suitable space. Recommendations: Across the board, these actions rely upon improving public governance structures, fostering a “music coalition” that activates public, private and civic actors, and taking proactive steps to ensure venues’ health. Aligned with the findings above, these actions aim to support music spaces, improve policies and urban processes, and foster music communities. Support live music through civic leadership and a “whole of government” approach. A robust, repositioned Office of Nightlife should coordinate Metro government offices with one another and with a “music coalition” of dedicated civic leaders. Bolster government capacity, strategy, and data practices to more effectively support independent venues. Use policy, regulatory and development tools to support venues: launch an independent music venue land trust and legacy business program, and use land-use regulations to create more space for music venues. Reduce challenges and costs of starting and operating new venues through education for the next generation of independent venue operators, space “matchmaking” initiatives between would-be operators and real estate partners, financial support for venues, and simplified permitting processes. Make urban mobility work for live music venues, workers and patrons: improve urban mobility options, and try pilot projects and experiments to benefit venues. Extend music-related investments to more genres and more neighborhoods through events, marketing, funding and policy investment in independent venue-rich areas outside Downtown. Prioritize independent operators in Metro spaces and events.

Taking imperfect action has far more impact than staying idle when it comes to minimising our footprint on the planet. 🌍 We're interested to learn about the steps you're taking to reduce your own or your business's environmental impact. Share your initiatives with us in the comments below! We're continuously seeking inspiration to enhance our sustainability efforts. By collaboratively and exchanging ideas, we can amplify our collective impact and contribute to a greener, more sustainable future. 💚 Let's join forces and make a difference together! #decarbonisation #skdcnetzero #marketingdifference #businessmatters

Blackpink's Lisa and Taylor Swift posed together at Taylor's concert in Singapore on March 2nd. Lisa surprised the fans by showing up at the event. #newsheadlines #newshighlights #businessnews #businessupdates #businessupdate #newsupdate #newsupdates #newsflash #newsfeed #entertainment #entertainmentindustry #entertainmentnews #entertainers #lisa #blackpink #taylorswift

Check out our latest HUB article featuring DLE member Ted DiPietro! Learn about his role as production manager for the Pittsfield CityJazz Festival, his experience as a musician, and how the DLE is helping him to grow as a leader. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eB6dvNcA #DLEHUB

My experience with the folks behind #alphaonthedelta fits the plug below... the bottom line is that the election of Trump creates an especially complicated financial landscape where the trend is no longer obvious and thus wisdom is in high demand.

It's bittersweet to say goodbye to Concerts in the Plaza this season, but we're excited to close it out with Dante Marsh & The Vibesetters!🎶 As you enjoy the last concert of the season, know that InHouse Private Security has your safety covered. Have fun and stay safe! #SecuritySolutions #ProtectWhatMatters #TailoredSecurity #EventSecurity #SafetyFirst #privatesecurity #homesecurity #securitymanagement #secureyourbusiness #secureyourfuture

After Parties and Late Nights are a great event format that can really elevate a venue and connect with different audiences. Howie Schnee shares a ton of insights in this 15-minute interview all about After Parties. Some takeaways: 🥳 Target audiences that like to stay out late (probably not great for family events, but a great new use for a traditionally family-focused spaced. Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium does a great job of this with their Late Nights at the Zoo). 🥳 Make it unique. Events are competitive. You can give yourself an edge by doing something unique. Go deeper for the fans or put a twist on something traditional. 🥳 Create partnerships. If booking talent isn't your strong suite, offer favorable terms to a local, well-connected promoter. 🥳 Support a cause the artist cares about. If you're piggy-backing off a big name performing nearby, consider supporting a cause they care about to improve relations with them and their fans. Howie dives into the details in the video below. Give Howie Schnee a follow too. He's often sharing great insights from his decades as a promoter.

Read our Royal Ascot blog and find out what the team got up to before, during and after the 5 day festival: https://lnkd.in/d-bwtt2n #M3Media #RoyalAscot #Blog