Fair Season Survival: Five Things You Need to Know

By Guest Blogger: Paul Laughter. Fair season has wrapped up here at Etix and now, as the holiday season approaches, I’m reminded of the International Association of Fairs and Expos (IAFE) convention in Las Vegas. Each year after Thanksgiving, fairs, festivals, expos, vendors, entertainers, service providers and more gather in the Paris and Bally’s hotels for IAFE. 2014 will be my ninth year of attending the annual convention, and some still call me a newbie! I’ve learned so much from attending over the years, and I’ve witnessed an incredible community spirit amongst the attendees who so willingly share ideas and help each other succeed. This year, IAFE Chair Debbie Dreyfus-Schronk led the initiative Seeding Change, which Etix is extremely proud to sponsor. Members of IAFE were encouraged to share, via short video clips, how they’re seeding change in their communities…
Client Success Story: Dallas Museum of Art has Perfect Timing with Etix

Since 2013, VIRginia International Raceway has worked with our digital marketing team at Rockhouse Partners to combine their two websites into one with a focus on optimizing the site for all devices. They also worked with our team to plan and implement various digital marketing campaigns to increase revenue and brand awareness. Continue reading to see how, by working with our team, VIRginia International Raceway grew their ticket revenue both through the new website and through new email marketing campaigns.
Accessible to Everyone – What You Need to Know About the ADA and Live Events

Whether you’re new to live events or a veteran, we know you want to create an enjoyable, memorable experience that is accessible for all of your fans. It’s crucial to ensure you’re up to speed on the latest compliance requirements and regulations. Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Title III was enacted on March 15, 2011, to […]
Client Success Story: Miller Theater’s Grand Reopening, Powered by Etix

Since 2013, VIRginia International Raceway has worked with our digital marketing team at Rockhouse Partners to combine their two websites into one with a focus on optimizing the site for all devices. They also worked with our team to plan and implement various digital marketing campaigns to increase revenue and brand awareness. Continue reading to see how, by working with our team, VIRginia International Raceway grew their ticket revenue both through the new website and through new email marketing campaigns.
Client Success Story: Majestic Theatre Unlocks the Power of Fan Data

Since 2013, VIRginia International Raceway has worked with our digital marketing team at Rockhouse Partners to combine their two websites into one with a focus on optimizing the site for all devices. They also worked with our team to plan and implement various digital marketing campaigns to increase revenue and brand awareness. Continue reading to see how, by working with our team, VIRginia International Raceway grew their ticket revenue both through the new website and through new email marketing campaigns.
Case Study: Headliners Music Hall

The days of just stapling flyers to telephone poles are long gone. Nowadays, every venue understands that email marketing can drive website visits and ticket purchases. Recently, Headliners Music Hall partnered with Etix and Rockhouse Partners, our digital marketing team, to do just that. Continue reading to learn how Headliners increased ticket sales through email marketing by partnering with Rockhouse.
Case Study: Miami-Dade County Fair

For more than sixty years, the Miami-Dade County Fair has showcased youth achievement in South Florida. In 2013, more than 575,000 guests visited this eighteen-day event, which features amusement park rides, children’s playgrounds, food, livestock and agricultural competitions, live concerts, circuses and much, much more. Continue reading to learn how the Miami-Dade County Fair increased its ticketing revenue and grew its email database and social media followers.
Etix Case Study: Stranahan Theater and Great Hall

Established in 1969, Stranahan Theater and Great Hall is the largest theater of its kind in Northwest Ohio. Stranahan Theater houses over 170 theater events a year including Broadway shows such as Wicked, The Lion King, The Phantom of the Opera and Chicago as well as other popular productions including Blue Man Group, The Nutcracker and A Christmas Carol. Continue reading to learn how Stranahan Theater was able to smoothly transition to the Etix system with the help of our dedicated Client Services Team.
10 Questions with Founder Travis Janovich
14 years ago today (January 16, 2014), Travis Janovich founded Etix based on the belief that venues could and should control their own destiny. Travis uses his knowledge and experience to advise the company’s Leadership Team and to guide the company’s direction and future. Continue reading to learn more about Travis, how he got into the business and how he sees the ticketing industry evolving in the future.
Employee Spotlight: Mandi Grimm
She trains adults in Pilates, kids in ballet and tap dance, and clients on our software. As a lifelong teacher, it’s easy to see why Mandi’s role as Director of Training suits her so well.