Videoblog : IFFS

On my way to the Festival Summit at the Cumberland

IFFS — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 00:08:15 +0200

After a cool 3H 15 trip from Paris Gare du Nord to new St Pancras station, a quick cab took me in less than 10 minutes to the hotel (less than the waiting for a cab at the station)
Arriving at the Cumberland reception I got worried when they told me I was staying in a "nice room in the business executive building" off one block...
Did not sound too engaging, or even convenient

Turns out the rooms ARE nice in fact (vast, modern design, spacious...)

Ready to leave for London

IFFS — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 15:13:53 +0200

I am almost on my way to London second edition of the Festival summit.

Only a few minutes off... still need to do some packing, taking the tube to the Gare du Nord and hitting the faster than ever Eurostar.
Guess what the company made some operating profit for the first time since the creation of the shuttle. ! (not considering financial agios I guess)

I am due to speak tomorrow in one of the round table breakout sessions, but I still could not figure out what the theme is. I am told to play it by ear...
No problemo

Festival Summit program for day 1 Tuesday, april 15

IFFS — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 15:01:02 +0200

The INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL SUMMIT (IFFS) is the annual conference and trade show for professionals from the film festival industry. The International Film Festival Summit provides a platform for the community to explore ways to collaborate and promote the advancement of the film festival industry.

The 2008 IFFS Europe conference agenda. April 15 - 16

IFFS — Fri, 29 Feb 2008 21:17:52 +0100

Tuesday, April 15, 2008 8:00 am Registration Begins and Networking Breakfast

IFFS Europe Adds Executive Director

IFFS — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 12:20:30 +0100

The IFFS announced today that Gary Ellis has been named the Executive Director of the IFFS Europe.

2nd Annual International Film Festival Summit Europe in London

IFFS — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 12:19:33 +0100

April 15-16, 2008 at The Cumberland Hotel London

Next IFFS to take place December 2-4, 2007 at the Loews Lake Las Vegas Resort

IFFS — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 16:32:50 +0100

Excellence Award Nominations End November 1st

Don't miss the chance to nominate your colleagues and peers for the IFFS Excellence Awards. For the first time ever we will recognize festival professionals for their many contributions to independent film and the entertainment community.

2007 International Film Festival Summit Addresses Impact of Technology on Content and Film Festivals

IFFS — Fri, 21 Sep 2007 11:06:37 +0200

One of the main theme's at this year's IFFS the convergence of technology with film festivals, and several issues relating to this topic will be addressed in a morning session on Monday, Dec. 3rd. The film and entertainment industries realize the evolution of technology is seriously impacting how content is promoted and delivered. The 2007 IFFS will address digital content shedding light on this evolving landscape.

The Inaugural IFFS Excellence Awards

IFFS — Wed, 19 Sep 2007 23:36:58 +0200

The Inaugural IFFS Excellence Awards will be presented at the December program and for the first time, will honor and pay tribute to the dedicated professionals and executives managing film festivals. Festivals continue to provide a vital intersection where the major stakeholders in the entertainment industry converge. For decades the tireless work of the film festival professional has made monumental impacts on the industry for individual filmmakers, buyers, sellers, and countless organizations involved in entertainment.

Innovative use of technologies

IFFS — Mon, 23 Apr 2007 20:40:48 +0200

This panel examines how film festivals around the world have used digital technology to make their events stand out, both on-screen and off-screen. Some of the most cutting edge festival organizers and technology solutions providers from Europe, Asia and the Americas will share their experiences and give examples of technical innovation for every budget.

Funding and Sponsorship

IFFS — Mon, 23 Apr 2007 20:33:05 +0200

Funding is unequivocally the most important issue that festivals and management must deal with.

Harness the Power of the Internet

IFFS — Mon, 23 Apr 2007 20:28:37 +0200

Blogs, Podcasts, and More Technology Possibilities to Expand your Audience

Film Festival Summit IFFS Europe Speakers

IFFS — Wed, 11 Apr 2007 16:15:18 +0200

The International Film Festival Summit IFFS Europe will bring together leading film festivals and professionals from around the world to network, innovate, and share ideas. The summit will address the proliferation of festivals, sponsorship strategies, operations & management, technology, programming, and the distribution of film.

Blogging from London next week around the Festival Summit in London

IFFS — Wed, 11 Apr 2007 11:49:24 +0200

I will be reporting from the Cuberland in London next week at the Festival Summit Europe.

IFFS EUROPE 2007 Program & Agenda Wednesday April 18, 2007

IFFS — Wed, 11 Apr 2007 11:39:02 +0200