The Wedding Marketing Authority- Andy Ebon

Andy Ebon  Andy Ebon is this year’s Keynote Speaker to be featured at this year’s NAWP Conference. Andy had his first exposure to the business and marketing of weddings as co-owner of Music Man Mobile DJ Service, a San Francisco-based company that launched in 1977. With Music Man’s quick success, Andy was a frequent guest panelist at many industry conferences, including Billboard Magazine Disco Conventions. In 1982, Andy and Scott elected to sell Music Man and entered real estate sales in San Francisco and also moonlighted as a DJ at various Marriott Hotels. From 1980 to 1988, Andy taught at Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising. His experience in Marketing, Advertising, Salesmanship, Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management earned him the Faculty Merit award in 1982.

In 1986, with business partner, Elaine Clark , Andy started Voice One, an audio production company. Andy and Elaine produced radio commercials and industrial audio projects, as well as performing voiceovers. By 1990, Andy sold his half-ownership in Voice One to Elaine, so he could focus, exclusively on Designer Music. Designer Music focused specifically on Weddings, Corporate Events, and Fashion Shows. Andy was awarded Small Business Owner of the Year by the San Francisco Small Business Network. In 1996, Andy was recognized by NACE, National Association of Catering Executives, as its National Affiliate Member of the Year. Andy would then successfully run for the NACE National Board of Directors, and serve five 2-year terms in four different positions. In 2007, NACE honored Andy with the ‘George Zell Spirit of NACE Award.’ The award recognized his longstanding ‘Commitment and Passion Toward Humanitarianism.’ Also in 2007, Andy was presented with the first Think Tank Flame of Inspiration Award for “Igniting the Entrepreneurial Spirit” in all of us.

Today, Andy continues as an in-demand public speaker at conferences and local meetings such as: NACE, The Special Event, ACPWC, catersource, Catering Symposium (Catering Magazine), CSA Las Vegas, San Francisco Chamber of Commerce, AFWPI, Convention Services Association of Las Vegas, WPIC (Wedding Planners Institute of Canada) Professional Wedding Planners Conference and others. Andy and EBS Virtual Communications focus on wedding marketing and small business consultation. In 2000, The Wedding Marketing Network was launched. Andy has been involved in the hospitality industry and wedding marketing for over three decades and is still active and excited about lies ahead. (Convention Services Association)  

                   Here’s more with Andy Ebon in a video interview:

http://www.youtube.com/weddingmarketing

 Andy keeps his followers up to date with The Wedding Marketing Blog. The blog presents snippets of information, ideas, techniques, observations and thoughts to prompt viewer thinking. The blog website allows anyone and everyone to comment and share thier thoughts and ideas. Andy updates his blog 3-5 times per week, Monday through Friday.

Come see Andy in action at this year's NAWP Conference in Naples, Florida. Early bird registration ends July 25th, take advantage of these discounted prices now! The Naples Beach Hotel is also offering discounted rooms rates for those attending. For more information about registering and hotel rates visit our website: http://nawpconference.squarespace.com/



The Early Bird Gets The Best Rate!

Beach viewThe Naples Beach Hotel is the venue for this year’s conference; 125 acres of lush resort with seven miles of private beach for you to experience. This beautiful resort contains 317 newly renovated rooms that host a breathtaking view of the Gulf of Mexico. From their 18-hole golf course, the oldest in Naples, to their spa, salon and fitness center; to the Mary C. Watkins Tennis Center; the new beachfront pool complex featuring Poolside, an open-air bar and grille; and of course beautiful Naples beach, there is something for everyone to enjoy right on property. In addition, the resort offers four retail stores, recreation department or complimentary Kids Klub. The Kids Klub entertains 5-12 year old children daily with complimentary activities including; themed activities such as Pirates Day with buried treasure hunts, swimming, beach walks, movies, finger painting and other great games. There’s something for every guest to enjoy on property.

One of the oldest resort’s on the area, The Naples Beach Hotel is also the site of the very first 18-hole golf course. Built in the 1920’s this championship par 72 course offers both private and group lessons for any and everyone looking to improve their golf game. The Mary C. Watkins Tennis Center also offers private lessons or clinics for both adults and juniors under the direction of Chris Eddy, formerly ranked "Number One Women's 45 and Over Player in the State of Florida" by the USTA. Both Tennis and Golf Shops are available to assist in your needs; whether it is a club rental or a new tennis outfit, you will find only the best.  Relax and unwind with a choice of the spa’s many day packages; prices range from $170-340. The Spa also includes fitness and salon options for those looking to stay in shape and look their best while visiting. 

Come to Naples early and enjoy the beautiful sites of the Paradise Coat. The hotel is minutes away from Downtown Naples, where many shops and restaurants are located.The Naples area also hosts many events throughout the year, including SummerJazz on the Gulf. This year’s event is happening September 24^th, the day before the conference. Here’s a link that tells you more about his great event: http://www.naplesnews.com/news/2010/jun/17/summerjazz-gulf-music-treat-locals-naples-beach/

Beautiful, comfortable rooms  Naples Beach Hotel is offering a special discounted rate for those who are attending this year’s conference. Now through August 24^th you can take advantage of a room rate of only $109! The rate can even be used two days prior to the conference for you to plan a weekend getaway that ends with this year’s conference.

For more information about the hotel or how to book your stay go to our Hotel Information tab on our website or visit http://www.naplesbeachhotel.com/index.html

To be or not to be?...Why not is the real question!

By becoming a sponsor for this year’s conference, you are not only helping keep ticket prices low but you also get to promote your business! There are three categories of sponsorship designed to give you, the sponsor, more bang for your buck.  

Silver Sponsorship is valued over $800 with you only investing $450

• One Sunday/Monday Conference Ticket (including Awards Dinner) - $179 value
• New or Renewal of NAWP Membership for One Year - $200 value
• Featured Member page on the NAWP website - $275 value
• Banner Ad on NAWP website for one year - $375 value
• Listing as a Silver Sponsor on the Conference website with link to your website
• Listing in the Conference Program and Digital Magazine as a Silver Sponsor (with link in magazine)
• Option to display your information on the Silver Sponsors' table and/or include in Welcome Bag

 Gold Sponsorship values over $1500 with you investing $1000

• Two Sunday/Monday Conference Tickets (including Awards Dinner) - $358 value
• New or Renewal NAWP Membership for One Year - $200 value
• Featured Member page on the NAWP website - $275 value
• Banner Ad on NAWP website for one year - $375 value
• Banner Ad on the Conference website linked to your website - $125 value
• 1/2 page Ad in the Conference Program and Digital Magazine (with link in magazine) - $250 value
• Featured "Fan" on our Facebook Page
• Profile of your company on our Conference Blog (also appears on our Facebook Page)
• Option to display your information on the Gold Sponsors' Table and/or include in Welcome Bag

 Platinum Sponsorship is valued at over $2000 with you investing $2500 or more

• Two Full Conference Tickets (including Tuesday Bootcamp) - $548 value
• New or Renewal of NAWP Membership for One Year - $200 value
• Featured Member page on the NAWP website - $275 value
• Banner Ad on NAWP website for one year - $375 value
• Banner Ad on the Conference website linked to your website - $125 value
• Full page Ad in the Conference Program and Digital Magazine (with link in magazine) - $500 value
• Featured "Fan" on our Facebook Page
• Profile of your company on our Conference Blog (also appears on our Facebook Page)
• Option to display your information on your exclusive Sponsor Table and/or include it in Welcome Bag
• Reserved VIP seating at Networking Lunch and Awards Dinner
• Platinum Sponsorships Limited to five businesses (in addition to hotel host) to ensure exclusive exposure to attendees

All three of our sponsorship categories give you the opportunity to promote and meet other sponsors who are willing to support NAWP. Your sponsorship is allowing us to give everyone at this year's conference the ability to learn, network and have a great fun doing it!

To those who have already signed up to be a sponsor; Naples Beach Hotel, Wedbiz Media, Connie Duglin Linen, Niche Event Rentals and No Worries Weddings and Events, we would like thank you and invite others to join us in planning this year's conference.

For more information about how to sign up to become a sponsor, go to our sponsor's page. We look forward to seeing all of you in September!