Western Fairs Association Newsletter
September 2014
Fall Managers' Conference, Register Now
A conference designed specifically for California fair managers.

 

The California Fairs Alliance presents the annual Fall Managers' Conference, Monday-Wednesday, November 3-5, at the Courtyard Marriott in Sacramento. Sponsored by the California Fair Services Authority (CFSA), Stronger Together, will be jam-packed with information, tips and tricks. Learn how to strategically plan for infrastructure projects, alternative means of paying for them and how to leverage your relationships with city, county and state representatives. And, you won't want to miss the California Fairs Alliance Open Forum on Monday afternoon, the CFSA annual BBQ and  keynote speaker, Jack Agati, who will teach you how to manage difficult people. Register now. The full agenda, with times, locations and speakers will be available by the end of the month.
Achievement Awards, Enter Now
Get recognition for your fair or business.

 

Submit your entries for the 52nd annual Achievement Awards Program by November 15. Online registration makes entering a snap and Cal Poly Agribusiness students are available to assist in preparing your entries. You must participate in the Achievement Awards Program to be eligible to receive the coveted Merrill Award. Sign up to receive updates and important information about the program from the Achievement Awards blog run by Cal Poly.
Want to Perform at the WFA Convention?
Apply for Entertainment Showcase by October 18.

 

Perform in front of fair and festival entertainment buyers at the WFA Convention, January 11-14, at the Grand Sierra Resort. By showcasing, you'll receive: a 15-minute time slot; concert quality sound lighting and stage; professional production and stage management; back line support, pre-Convention promotion and onsite signage and a performance sound check. Apply now. 

Convention

Have you visited the Convention Event on the WFA website lately? We've added confirmed sessions, networking events and more. More will be added as they are confirmed. Convention registration will be available starting September 15. Keep an eye out for early bird promotions next week!


New Members

Fat Frankie's
Spark-A-Lee the Clown
Reno Vegas Entertainment
Eastern Sierra Tri County Fair
Member Renewals

Service member renewal notices were mailed out in August. We encourage you to review the update form for accuracy and send it in with your member dues by Oct. 1.

To ensure your inclusion in the WFA Date List and Membership Directory, you must return your update form and member dues by Oct. 1.

If you have questions about membership or want to pay by phone, call the WFA office at (916) 927-3100.


Upcoming Events 

September 15
Convention registration available

September 25
WFA Meeting & Mixer
Kern Country Fair
Park Area, 12 p.m.
With San Joaquin Fair Area Mtg

October 7
WFA Meeting & Mixer
Big Fresno Fair
Turf Club, 9:30 a.m.

Industry Standards Committee Meeting
Big Fresno Fair
Turf Club, 1 p.m.

For a complete list of events, visit our Event Calendar.