The National Independent Venue Association Announces Programming for NIVA's Third-Annual Conference Taking Place in New Orleans June 3-5

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The National Independent Venue Association Announces Programming for NIVA's Third-Annual Conference Taking Place in New Orleans June 3-5

4/30/2024
NEW ORLEANS – The National Independent Venue Association (NIVA) will bring the independent live concert, comedy, promoter, and festival industry together for its third annual national gathering in New Orleans at NIVA ‘24 from June 3 - 5. The conference will highlight NIVA’s New Orleans members, with conference programming taking place at iconic venues across the city including Generations Hall, Tipitina’s, Republic NOLA, and dba.

NIVA ‘24 will feature a diverse range of sessions covering timely topics impacting the live entertainment industry, including marketing, ticketing, safety, and advocacy. Attendees can expect insightful discussions led by industry experts, keynote presentations, and networking opportunities aimed at fostering collaboration and innovation within the sector.

“The nation’s independent live entertainment community has finally found a home to focus on the preservation and elevation of our industry at the annual NIVA Conference in New Orleans,” said Jamie Loeb, Chair of NIVA’s Conference Programming Committee and SVP of Marketing at Nederlander Concerts. “Agents, bookers, venue owners and operators, promoters, and festivals will come together to showcase the vibrant voices and experiences of the live entertainment ecosystem. This year, we gather to celebrate our past successes and to chart a collective path towards a more dynamic and inclusive future for independent stages nationwide.”

This year, the National Independent Venue Foundation (NIVF), in collaboration with NIVA, will offer a certified harassment training workshop, delivered in partnership with Calling All Crows and Spotify Plus 1. NIVF is also administering a travel grant open to NIVA members and non-members for conference attendees that may be requested by going to: nivassoc.org/conference/assistance.

NIVA ‘24 panel sessions include:

Agent vs Promoter? Help Us Help You
Artistic Alchemy: Why Festivals are Music to Our Ears
Beyond the Stage: Venues and Promoters Creatively Bring Their Expertise to Community Programs Outside Their Four Walls
Ticket Tyranny: The Unseen Grip of Market Dominance
Case Studies in Creativity: How Small Venues Make It All Work (Live Music Society)
Comedy Unplugged: Behind the Laughter
First Party Data – What Is It and How Do I Get It?
Fix the Tix: From D.C. to Sacramento - Get the Latest News
Group Purchasing - Get Huge Discounts, Thanks to Your NIVA Membership
Have Dates to Fill? Think Out of the Box with Alternative Programming
How Can You Beat BIG? Making Your Building More Attractive to Both Artists and Fans
Investing in Your Greatest Asset: Strategies for Hiring, Employee Training and Retention in Live Entertainment
Marketing & Ticketing - BFFs
Nonprofit Roundtable
PROs: What are we paying for? Why? And what can we do to make things better?
Partnering with Agencies to Showcase Emerging Talent
Viva Variety: A Latin American Panel on Live Entertainment, Music, and Comedy
Revolutionizing City Development: Transforming Challenges into Opportunities for the Live Sector
Safety & Insurance: Practical and Affordable Techniques to Unlock Better Rates
Sponsorships Aren’t Just for the Big Dogs
Amplifying Voices: Advocating for State Funding for Music Venues
The Prestige (and Money Saving Power) of NIVA - Certified Live Independent - What Is It and How Can It Help You?
The State Music Journalism and How That’s Impacting Filling Venues with Fans and Artist Discovery
How Small Venues with Small Budgets Can Still Get It Done
What Can We Do to Boost Bar Sales?
What’s New in the World of Marketing?

In addition to sessions, panels, and networking, NIVA ’24 will feature live music at the Opening Party presented by Lyte on Sunday, NIVA Gras presented by Eventbrite on Monday, and NIVA Night in NOLA featuring Live Music Society lounge at d.b.a. on Tuesday. The conference will also include an Operations Networking Session presented by Protect Group on Monday, Booking Networking Session presented by VenuePilot on Tuesday and a working lounge presented by Live Music Society throughout the duration of the conference. Programming will conclude with a happy hour each day presented by Etix on Monday, Prekindle on Tuesday, and Live Music Society with D Tour and Midtopia on Wednesday.

Go to www.nivassoc.org/conference to find information about registration, media credential applications, and host hotels.

SPONSORS & PARTNERS

NIVA '24 is made possible by the generosity and commitment of our sponsors, including Eventbrite, Lyte, Live Music Society, DICE, Prekindle, VenuePilot, Protect Group, VOLUME.COM, Etix, Fever, Water Hero, American Specialty Insurance & Risk Services, Inc., Cast & Crew Live Entertainment, Opendate, Cash or Trade, Inc., Prism.fm, Ticketsauce, Merch Idols, Hub International, AXS, Fanimal, Found.ee, Bose and r.World.

Additionally, NIVA extends gratitude to its partners, the National Independent Venue Foundation, Marauder, Bandsintown, D Tour, Midtopia, Folk Alliance International, NAMM, 2112, Backstage Social, Tossware, FestForums, New Orleans & Company, Consequence of Sound, ROSTR and Good Land Supply Co., whose collaboration and support contribute significantly to the conference's success.

REGISTRATION & HOTEL INFORMATION

Register for NIVA ‘24 and book hotels at discounted rates here. Non-member conference passes are available.

ABOUT NIVA
The National Independent Venue Association (NIVA) represents independent music and comedy venues, promoters, and festivals throughout the U.S. NIVA led the #SaveOurStages campaign, culminating in landmark legislation in 2020 that established the $16 billion Shuttered Venue Operators Grant program.

NIVA's mission is to preserve and nurture the ecosystem of independent live venues, promoters, and festivals throughout the United States. NIVA is committed to equity in its support and advocacy for independent venues. It seeks to create and encourage opportunities for venues, promoters, and festivals owned, operated, and staffed by people of color, women, non-binary, LGBTQ+, veterans, and people with disabilities. www.nivassoc.org

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