Whether you’re looking to make industry contacts or learn the latest trends in advertising, technology and media, Mashable‘s Events Board has something for you. We picked four of the latest events, listed below, to give you an idea of the possibilities for networking, developing skills and moving your business forward. Check these out, or head over to the full listings to find relevant events in your area or preferred destination.
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SXSW Pop-Up Panel: The Power of Marketing in the Moment
Date: 3/10/13
Location: Austin, Texas
Looking at everything from the Oreo Super Bowl blackout ad to Justin Timberlake’s comeback at the Grammy’s, to the many Oscar imitators (hits and misses), social experts at this event will explore what brands need to do to become an authentic part of consumer conversation’s and affect the bottom line.
CRMC 2013 (Customer Relationship Management Conference)
Date: 6/17/13 – 6/19/13
Location: Chicago, Ill.
Over its 20 year history, the CRMC has become the premier event for Retail Marketing CRM Executives. The 2013 agenda is packed with case studies from top executives at leading retail firms including American Airlines, Chico’s, The Children’s Place, IKEA, ULTA, Whole Foods, and many more.
A diverse group of experts will also cover digital marketing, mobile and social media, customer behavior, the economy, and other topics of importance to retail CRMC practitioners.
The Social Media and Mobile Strategies for Travel Conference
Date: 3/18/13 – 3/19/13
Location: San Francisco, Calif.
Now in its 6th year, EyeforTravel’s Social Media Mobile Strategies for Travel is the leading strategic and networking forum for senior Online Travel, Tourism and Hospitality executives working in the areas of social media and mobile.
The summit will bring together leading global hotels, casinos, airlines, OTAs, cruises, destinations and more from North America and beyond for 2 days of best-practice strategies, cutting-edge trends and vigorous debate – as well as powerful networking with an unrivalled industry elite.
Enter code MASHABLE for $150 off any pass.
Event Marketing Summit 2013
Date: 5/6/13 – 5/8/13
Location: Chicago, Ill.
The Event Marketing Summit is the only conference focused on experiential marketing, and is attended by Fortune 1000 marketers and agency executives from around the world. The summit will explore the latest trends, best practices and case studies for using experiential, event marketing, sponsorships and trade shows to connect with audienes and drive brand growth and sales.
Enter code MASHABLE to save $100 off your registration. Cannot be retroactively applied.
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