A.W.M. Austin Publication, Vol. 189
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ANNOUNCEMENTS Senior Associate Director of the Frank Erwin Center, Jimmy Earl, was named the 2016 recipient of the Charles A. McElravy Award from the International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM). Lise Hudson joins the sales team at Austin Radio Network, KOKE-FM, The Horn, and 105.3FM. Earl, who has held the position of Senior Associate Director of the Frank Erwin Center since 1990, has been an active member of IAVM since 1987. During his membership, he has served on various committees as well as the Board of Directors, serving as President in 2004-2005. Do you have a new employee, promotion or other celebration to share? Send the details to info@awmaustin.org
ANNOUNCEMENTS NIELSEN LAUNCHES DIGITAL AUDIO RATINGS QUANTIFYING BROADCAST RADIO ONLINE AUDIENCES Nielsen announced the launch of Nielsen Digital Audio Ratings service, a major step towards delivering Total Audience Measurement for Audio. Nielsen Digital Audio Ratings is a syndicated, subscription-based measurement service that allows clients to quantify the value and size of their overall broadcast and digital audience, while aligning with established broadcast and digital currencies. The result is a holistic view of over-the-air and online audiences that allows broadcasters and marketers to easily plan, buy and sell all audio content regardless of ad model and device. This first phase of Nielsen Digital Audio Ratings will report the listening of digital streams of AM/FM radio stations as well as a client's e-radio stations in each of the 48 PPM markets. Please contact your Nielsen Client Services representative with any questions. Do you have a new employee, promotion or other celebration to share? Send the details to info@awmaustin.org
MEDIA MEMORIES The March luncheon provided a panel discussion on promotionally driven activations. Thanks to our moderator and panelists: Tracy Walker / Dir. Marketing & Promotions, Spirit 105.9 Ernest Corder / President, Redroc Laura Fragoso / Sr. VP Marketing, Round Rock Express Mike Coffin / Dir. of Marketing, Planet Fitness & board member of Austin Boys & Girls Club Alyssa Sanchez / Sr. Promotions AE, KSM South
MEMBERSHIP Welcome to the following new & renewing members. Erin Anagnos Candid Worldwide Dax Dobbs KVUE TV Cynda House Time Warner Cable Media Amy Solberg SandersWingo AWM Austin Affiliate Individual Annual Membership Two types of individual Austin memberships available: $60/Professional and $30/Student. Sign up online at http://awmaustin.org/join.php Corporate Annual Membership for 8 Includes: AWM National Membership and Austin Chapter Affiliation for 8 employees. Pre-paid luncheon table for 8 at all monthly luncheons (7 per year). Name and logo in Austin AWM Chapter Newsletter. Name and logo on all luncheon promotional materials. Corporate member recognition at all AWM Austin Events. Complimentary access to AWM Job Bank for posting job openings. One reserved and pre-paid team for Battle of the Media Stars. Complimentary link from Austin AWM website to your company. Sponsorship Value: $5440 / Sponsorship Cost: $3000 Additional corporate memberships available: For 6 - Sponsorship Value: $4820 / Sponsorship Cost: $2500 For 3 - Sponsorship Value: $3890 / Sponsorship Cost: $1600 Same benefits as those listed above, for corresponding number of people. * Corporate membership benefits subject to change until purchased.
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THANKS TO ALL OUR CORPORATE SPONSORS! CALENDAR OF EVENTS APRIL 6 th : Monthly Board Meeting 12p-1p, Location EMMIS RADIO 21 st : AWM Gala 530p Cocktails 7p Awards & Dinner JW Marriott MAY 4 th : Annual Business Meeting Election of New Board AWM Members Only 1130a-1p, Abel s on the Lake 19 th : Meet the New Board Mixer Tentative Date/Location & Time TBD JUNE 4 th : Board Strategic Planning Meeting Time/Location TBD