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In this episode of FEO on the Air we are joined by Landon Logie from the Culinary Tourism Alliance Landon and Dave discuss the mission statement of the Culinary Tourism Alliance and how they can help plan culinary events for Festivals and Events in Ontario. They also chat about the upcoming Full Day educational session that Landon will be hosting at the 2020 FEO Conference February 25 in Richmond...

In this episode of FEO on the Air we are joined by Patti Jannetta and John-Michael Erlendson from SING! The Toronto Vocal Arts Festival. Patti, J-M and Dave discuss the history of SING!, what makes the Accapella festival so unique, how they scout talent and how, through Innovation, they keep the festival vibrant and relevant year after year. They also talk about the session they will be conducting...

In this edition of FEO on the Air, we are joined by Executive Director of Smart Serve Ontario, Richard Anderson to discuss the relaunch of the updated training module on their website as of October 11, 2019. Richard talks about reducing your risk as it relates to selling alcohol at a Festival or Event. Cannabis regulations are also discussed as we pass the 1-year mark since legislation in the Prov...

In this episode of FEO on the Air we are joined by Judy Haber from Performance Sponsorship Group. Judy Haber was a highly rated speaker at our 2019 conference, and we have arranged for Judy to come back for our 2020 Conference in Richmond Hill. Judy will be conducting a full-day session on Tuesday, February 25 dealing exclusively with Sponsorship. She has been pricing, packaging, and selling spons...

In this episode of FEO on the Air we are joined by Kevin Forget, Manager of Media Relations for Destination Ontario. At Destination Ontario, the consumer’s overall perception of Ontario as a place to invest their time and money while travelling is the number 1 priority. Kevin works with Festivals and Events in the Province to teach them how to cultivate relationships and partnerships with their lo...

In this episode of FEO on the Air we are joined by Victoria Syme, Manager of Marketing and Communications for Harmony Marketing in Toronto. Harmony Marketing specializes in Experiential Sponsorships for Festivals and Events on the Toronto Waterfront, including the huge Redpath Festival. Victoria will be one of the speakers at our upcoming FEO "INNOVATE" Conference in Richmond Hill Feb. 25-27 and i...

Festivals and Events Ontario along with Tourism Hamilton present a Safety First Master Class on Thursday, October 10, 2019. One of the speakers at this Master Class will be Kevin Jones from Odyssey Medical (www.odysseymedical.ca) to discuss how his company partners with local Emergency Medical Services to ensure your Festival or Event is covered in case of any medical problems arising. Have a list...

Festivals and Events Ontario along with Tourism Hamilton present a Safety First Master Class on Thursday, October 10, 2019. One of the speakers at this Master Class will be Janet Sellery from Sellery Health + Safety (www.selleryhealthandsafety.com) to discuss the need for a comprehensive Health and Safety plan for every Festival or Event no matter the size. Those attending the Master Class can exp...

Last February, the most attended session at our Conference was the Cannabis round table discussion. Festival and Event organizers were desperate to get updates on the new laws and how they would effect them. Megan Henderson, Executive Producer of The Growth Op, was one of the speakers at that session and we thought it was important to speak with her again to get an update on where we are at today....

In this edition of FEO on the Air we are joined by Executive Director of Smart Serve Ontario, Richard Anderson to discuss the long list of new alcohol regulations introduced by the Provincial Government this past May 6th. Richard talks about the new alcohol related rules and regulations that Festivals and Events need to be aware of, SOP changes, fencing of service areas, food or no food required,...

It's time for another Supplier Spotlight on this edition of FEO on the Air. Joe Czerwinski from Insuranceland joins us for an interesting conversation about why he's a a FEO member, different variables involved in determining rates, new trends in the Insurance industry and the growing popularity of Cyber Attack coverage. Insuranceland also offers our FEO members a fantastic deal on their Insurance...

In this episode of FEO on the Air we are joined by Tim Progosh from the WTF Festival in Sault Ste. Marie happening THIS weekend June 6-9. Tim talks about the challenges that a second year festival faces and shares the experience of putting together a festival NOT knowing whether or not it will be receiving the funding grant requested from the Ontario Government. Tim also talks about the need to fo...

In this episode of FEO on the Air we are joined by Forrest Jones one of the organizers of Georgina Country Fest 2019. Forrest talks about all of the fun family activities planned for this one day event on Saturday July 27 up near Keswick, Ontario.. He also gives a great run down of the 9 incredible country acts they have lined up on stage for the entire day. If you are interested in more informati...

In this episode of FEO on the Air we introduce our new Executive and several Board Members to our FEO Membership. It's an opportunity to learn more about who they are, where they come from and what experience and knowledge they bring to their position. To see a complete list of our 2019 Board of Directors with photos, please click here https://www.festivalsandeventsontario.ca/about/board-and-bylaw...

In this episode of FEO on the Air we are joined by Amanda Murray from the FEO Awards Committee to talk about the official launch of the 2020 Festivals and Events Ontario Awards Nominations. This year FEO is kicking off the 2020 Awards Nominations process very early so that our Festivals and Events members have the opportunity to work on, and complete, their award application as their festival or e...

In this episode of FEO on the Air we are joined by Marketing Expert Javed S. Khan from EMpression: A Marketing Services Company. Javed is a very familiar face to our FEO Members as he has become a staple at our annual conference and his Video Marketing and Social Media Educational sessions are always well attended. As an International Speaker, Javed travels around the world teaching people how to...

The Burlington Sound of Music Festival prepares to celebrate it's 40th anniversary and FEO CEO Dave MacNeil sat down recently with the new Executive Director Myles Rusak and Board Member Richard Anderson. This podcast was recorded last month at the FEO "ENGAGE" Conference in London, Ontario. As you can imagine, a festival that is preparing to celebrate 40 years in business is obviously doing somet...

Steven Wood Schmader, CFEE, is the President & CEO of the International Festivals & Events Association (IFEA World), which is the "Premiere Association Supporting and Enabling Festival & Event Professionals Worldwide". The IFEA operates with a vision of a globally united industry that touches lives in a positive way through celebration and is the presenting body of the IFEA World Festival & Event...

Javed S. Khan and Warren Weeks chat with Dave MacNeil about Digital Marketing and Social Media strategies for Festivals and Events in the Province. The things that you need to do to engage your audience and how often it needs to be done. Ensure your social media and digital marketing presence runs twelve months of the year, not just in the month leading up to your Festival or Event These two guys...

The deadline for Celebrate Ontario Grant applications is rapidly approaching! You have until Wednesday, January 9, 2019 at 5:00 pm to submit. We are sure there are many questions about how you determine the amount you can request, what the grant money can be used for and the best way to fill out the forms? We brought Paul Samson from the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport into the FEO on the A...

Blitzen Co-Founder Josh Wright chats with Dave MacNeil about data collection and management. How to turn your database of contacts into gold. Blitzen believes your customers are not boring, so you shouldn't market to them like they are. By using the Blitzen service you can make your newsletters and e-blasts more relevant, create a blog content strategy, discover unique marketing opportunities and...

It is the most talked about issue facing Festival and Event organizers in Ontario. How will Cannabis Legislation affect my Festival or Event when it passes on October 17, 2018? Dave MacNeil hosts a roundtable discussion with special guests Mark Crowell; Inspector Waterloo Regional Police Service, Richard Anderson; Executive Director of Smart Serve Ontario and Shanna Munro; CEO Restaurants Canada....

Royal Agricultural Winter Fair CEO David Johnstone chats with Dave MacNeil about the 2018 "Get Agricultured Campaign" at this years fair, what makes the Royal so special, agriculture in the big city, core values, volunteer retention, the Royal Horse Show and so much more. The Royal Winter Fair enters its 96th year in 2018 and runs from November 2-11. For more information and to buy your tickets, v...

Brant Matthews from FEO Supplier Dispatch Talent sits down with Dave MacNeil to discuss what his company has to offer Festivals and Events in the Province and to also talk about his incredible experience of setting a new Guinness World Record for eating 101 flaming torches in 60 seconds. If you have further questions or wish to use the services of our guest, here is his contact information: Brant...

We continue our two-part series on Insurance for your Festival or Event. Our guests for Episode 26 of "Feo On The Air" are (pictured left to right) Peter Lough, Aerin Wilkinson and Eric Davidson from Event Insure and Signature Live. Part two deals with Emergency Preparedness and Risk Management when it comes to working with an Insurance Company and Broker. If you have further questions or wish to...