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Events - 2003
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 NATD Christmas Party
It was the season for good cheer as The Nashville Association of Talent Directors cordially hosted our annual holiday party. It was an evening of good food and good friends - did we mention good spirits and music too!
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Events - 2003
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 Julie Haddon
Director of Consumer Promotions for eBay
the world's online marketplace - spoke to our group. She is responsible for overseeing all of eBay's consumer promotional strategies and campaigns, as well as developing programs to leverage the eBay brand offline with promotional partnerships and alliances. A 15-year veteran in the sports and entertainment industry, Haddon also manages and directs the relationship between eBay and its talent agency CAA on all entertainment, film, TV, music and ticket-related projects.
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Events - 2003
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 Annual NATD Breakfast
An great time was had by all at our annual NATD Breakfast in honor of IEBA. The Wildhorse Saloon was the place for good food, good friends and good music.
Congratulations to the recipients of the coveted "Hubert Long Award" - Joan Saltel of Buddy Lee Attractions and "Talent Director of the Year" - Jeff Hill of CAA. We also enjoyed special performances by Alana Grace, comedian Jeff Allen and The Pajama Party - featuring Deborah Allen, The Kinleys and Michelle Wright.
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Events - 2003
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 "The Music Business – Then & Now"
A Lighthearted Look At The Evolution Of Our Industry
Panelist Included:
Danny Davis - The Nashville Brass
Keith Cochran - Artist
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Events - 2003
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 NATD Road Trip
NATD took a road trip to Rocketown where we were treated to a tour of their outstanding facilities complete with lunch! In addition to a wonderful atmosphere they provide - Rocketown features national headlining bands and local high school bands performing youth-oriented music. Thank you Rocketown!
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Events - 2003
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 Alan Valentine
Executive Director of The Nashville Symphony
Spoke in detail about the exciting new world class Schermerhorn Symphony Hall - scheduled for opening in 2006.
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Events - 2003
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 NATD Picnic in the Park
Good food, good friends, and good music filled the air as we got out of the office and into the park for a rare mid-day treat - a picnic in the park - complete with all the fixings! This was a great way to break down the barriers and to get to know our fellow entertainment professionals. Special thanks to guest Artists Deborah Allen and Don Ellis for their performances and to the Iron Chefs of NATD for a great meal - complete with Klondike Bars!
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Events - 2003
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 "Country Music Hall of Fame Tour"
NATD members were treated to an industry tour of the Country Music Hall of Fame . Due to the large number in our group - the Archive section was unavailable. Those wishing to view the archives are asked to contact the Hall.
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Events - 2003
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 Mike Neal
Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce - President
On April 8th we welcomed the President of the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce Mike Neal to our meeting. Mike Neal was recently named President and CEO of the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce.
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Events - 2003
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 Howard Gentry Jr.
Vice Mayor of Nashville
The Vice Mayor of Nashville - Howard Gentry Jr. discussed important issues involving Music Row and the City of Nashville!
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Events - 2003
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Kyle Young
Country Music Hall of Fame-Executive Director
Executive Director Kyle Young came and shared his view of the wonderful new Country Music Hall of Fame. As keep of it's flame - he has been there from it's inception to it's present day museum status.
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Events - 2003
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 Al Schiltz
Artist Manager
Artist manager Al Schiltz gave us his light hearted perspective on the management business. Al Schiltz's background spans all facets of the live entertainment industry. He is credited with developing Billy Ray Cyrus' career - including two movies, television guest appearances, and the debut of the hit PAX Television show.
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