Fairs & Expos - General Information
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Fairs & Expos has several departments that provide readers with up-to-date happenings in the fair industry. These departments depend on submissions from our members and are the best way to share information with others in the fair industry. Whether a fair, association, or fair-related business, there is a department to help you get your information out. Read more details on different departments below, or click on an item above to submit an article or get more information on Fairs & Expos.
Departments
In-Depth Articles
Each issue of Fairs & Expos features several in-depth articles on a variety of topics written by IAFE members - both fair and associate members. Through these articles, readers get the benefit of valuable insights and expertise about everything from parking to agriculture. Click below to read examples of recent in-depth articles:
• The Public's Perception - by Nancy Smith (July/August 2005)
• Ethics in Showmanship - by Heather Leavens August (May/June 2005)
• Branding Overhaul - by Amanda Eden (January/February 2005)
If you are an IAFE member and you've ever said to yourself, "I ought to write about that," consider submitting an article! Share your experiences, introduce ideas, or even express legitimate gripes that concern the fair industry.
Fair Reports and Fair Photos
Fair reports contain all the important stats on recent fairs - attendance numbers, entertainment, themes, admission fees, and more. Keep others in the industry informed about your fair by submitting your report each year. We also publish photos from several fairs in each issue.
Fair News and Associates in the News
The F&E staff has enjoyed writing about the accomplishments of our member fairs and associates. If your fair or company has expanded, hired a new staff member, started a new program, received an award, singned a new artist, or introduced a new product or service, Fair News or Associates in the News is just the place to share your information. If you routinely send out news releases, add us to your mailing list! Don’t forget to send us photos with brief descriptions.
Association Affairs
We like to share the highlights of our state and provincial associations of fairs meetings with our readers. Through our Association Affairs department, state and provincial associations can submit programming information regarding their upcoming meetings, as well as highlights after the meetings have taken place. Photos with brief descriptions are always welcome.
Associate Close-Up
The Associate Close-up department recognizes our associate members and all of their contributions to the fair industry. The path to building a business often has several twists and turns, and each issue features the story of how one company became what it is today. If you would like to submit information for Associate Close-Up, click below for specific guidelines. Be sure to send a head and shoulders photograph of the owner, president, or manager, and any other photographs which might enhance the article.
Ideas of the Month
Fairs & Expos offers its member fairs the opportunity to showcase their best ideas and earn money at the same time. Through our Ideas of the Month department, fairs can share the creative methods they have used to attract, maintain, and provide comfort and excitement to fairgoers. Every fair is unique, from the exciting programs they offer to their unique design elements. Likewise, every fair can benefit from seeing those great ideas in action. By submitting a photo of your innovative project or simple creation, you can help improve the quality of fairs by providing stimulus for new opportunities.
But that’s not all. If your photo is used in the Ideas of the Month department, you will receive $10 and will be qualified for the Best Idea of the Year contest! At the end of the year, we will choose the top three ideas. Winners will receive $100 for 1st place, $60 for 2nd place, and $30 for 3rd place. This is a win-win situation for everyone, and it’s very simple to participate. Just take a photo of the idea and submit it along with a brief explanation.
The Insider
The Insider is a place for you to share special announcements with your fellow IAFE members. Submissions to The Insider vary, but often include topics like anniversaries, awards, births, new hires, promotions, retirements, weddings, and graduations. Accompanying photos are always welcome.
Other features of Fairs & Expos written by our own staff include:
Directors Corner - We reguarly feature a biography of a recently elected member of the IAFE's board of directors.
Spotlight on Competitive Exhibits/Agriculture - Each issue features a winning entry from the IAFE's Agriculture and Competitive Exhibit Awards Contests.
Washington Update - Readers get the latest on the legislative issues that concern fairs and non-profit organizations.
Internet 101 - This regular feature gives valuable tips for web site and e-mail issues, from site design to identity theft to e-newsletters.
Educational Resource Update - The IAFE offers several products, programs, and informational tools to help you make your fair the best it can be. This regular feature keeps members up to date on the latest our Education Department has to offer.
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