CRS Raises Bar on the Learning Curve at Country Radio Seminar 2012

Aug 30, 2011 CRS Raises Bar on the Learning Curve at Country Radio Seminar 2012

CRS Raises Bar on the Learning Curve at Country Radio Seminar 2012 Three-day seminar looks to the future of Country radio with emphasis on research, social media, new CRS Digital University. (Nashville, Tenn. – Aug. 29, 2011) Country Radio Seminar has raised the bar on the learning curve at CRS 2012, emphasizing the importance of social media and market research in next year’s agenda of educational panels and presentations. CRS 2012, held Feb. 22-24 in downtown Nashville, is offering an array of panels that are tailored to attendees based on their social media prowess.  “Social Media 101” is an entry-level panel covering the basics of sites like Facebook and Twitter, while “Social Media 201” is a more advanced session, exploring revenue opportunities, analytics and how to grow your radio audience through social media. Making its debut at CRS 2012 next year is the CRS Digital University, a series of eight roundtable discussions covering topics such as social media sites, website development, search engine optimization, smartphone applications, interactive radio, online marketing and digital revenue.  CMT’s Stephen Linn opens the Digital University with a strategy plan that all attendees can benefit from. Additionally, Laura Fitton, co-author of “Twitter for Dummies” and CEO of the site OneForty.com, will share her expertise in the “Social Media 101” panel and in the Digital University discussions.  Recently acquired by HubSpot, Fitton’s company is responsible for the creation of social media management platform, SocialBase.   For 2012, CRS has scheduled multiple Country radio research studies as part of its agenda.  These national studies will focus on the habits and opinions of the Country radio listener and consumer and provide attendees with the most in-depth research presented at CRS to date. CRS Executive Director Bill Mayne declares, “We are really upping the ante at CRS 2012 when it comes to our focus on technology, social media and research.  Our current $399 Early Bird Rate is a steal, and with several events selling out last year, I would strongly encourage everyone to register now.  Get to CRS in February so you don’t get your butt kicked in the Spring Book!” Clear Channel Chairman of Media and Entertainment Platforms Bob Pittman officially kicks off CRS 2012 with his keynote address on Wednesday, Feb. 22, at 9:30 a.m. CDT.  Pittman will address the future of Country radio and the evolving digital landscape in the radio and record industries.  Pittman has served as CEO at AOL Networks, Quantum Media, Time Warner Enterprises and MTV Networks, where he led the team that created MTV. Limited time, $399 registration is currently available for CRS 2012 at www.CountryRadioSeminar.com or by calling (615) 327-4487.  For more information, an online version of the CRS 2012 agenda can be viewed at www.CountryRadioSeminar.com.   CRS reserves the right to modify or change the agenda at any time. About Country Radio Seminar: Country Radio Seminar is an annual convention designed to educate and promote the exchange of ideas and business practices in the Country music industry, with specific emphasis on issues relevant to Country radio.  CRS 2012 will be held Feb. 22-24, 2012, in downtown Nashville, Tenn., at the Nashville Convention Center.  Visit www.CountryRadioSeminar.com for more information.  Country Radio Seminar is a property of Country Radio Broadcasters.

CRS Implements New Technology, Social Media Elements Into Annual Seminar

Feb 23, 2011 CRS Implements New Technology, Social Media Elements Into Annual Seminar

CRS Implements New Technology, Social Media Elements Into Annual Seminar Interactive CRS agenda application created in partnership with Country Aircheck now available for smartphone users (Nashville, Tenn. – Feb. 23, 2011)  Country Radio Seminar 2011 is providing more social media options to its attendees this year and offering a new interactive agenda smartphone application, created in partnership with Country Aircheck. The CRS 2011 application, or “app,” provides seminar attendees with an expanded CRS agenda, featuring panel descriptions, speaker bios, live performances, post-CRS nightlife activities and a map of downtown Nashville.  Users can create their own customized CRS schedule, rate the panels and post updates and reviews directly to their social media profiles. “The new CRS app integrates all things CRS into your smartphone,” says CRB Executive Director Bill Mayne.  “I think our attendees will quickly appreciate all of the enhanced features this app offers, without having to carry around multiple schedules and agendas to find out where they want to go or how to get there.  It’s all right here in the palm of your hand.” The CRS 2011 app is currently available for download on all iPhone and Android platforms, with a Blackberry version coming soon.  Download the Android application here and the iPhone app here. “Last year, Country Aircheck partnered with the CRB to create the CRB-CA Awards, and this year, we're proud to work with the CRB in delivering CRS 2011 registrants the seminar's first ever smartphone app,” says Country Aircheck’s Lon Helton.  “Every session, every panelist, and every after-hours event is included, so everyone can customize their week to maximize their CRS 2011 experience.  It's cool, it's easy - and it's on your phone!” CRS 2011 is also upgrading its on-site social media initiatives.  Throughout the three-day seminar, CRB will post Facebook and Twitter updates from the Convention Center about panel highlights, artist performances, special guests and more.  Ongoing video blogs from CRS 2011 will be posted at CRB.org. CRS 2011 is held March 2-4, 2011, in downtown Nashville, Tenn.  For more information, visit www.CRB.org. About CRB: The Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc. ® is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization founded in 1969 to bring radio broadcasters from around the world together with the Country Music Industry to ensure vitality and promote growth in the Country Radio format.  More information may be obtained at: www.CRB.org or at the CRB office at (615) 327-4487. About CRS: The Country Radio Seminar is an annual convention designed to educate and promote the exchange of ideas in the Country music industry.  Country Radio Seminar is a registered trademark of Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc.  CRS 2011 will be held March 2-4, 2011, in Nashville, Tenn.  $499 On-Site registration (excluding a ticket to the sold out New Faces Show) is available at www.CRB.org or by contacting the Country Radio Broadcasters at (615) 327-4487.