Past Events
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August 11, 2010 - Industry Panel Discussion
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“CORIZONTAL - Can Action Sports Grow Without Losing Its Soul?”
@ Nemo HQ, Portland OR
Speakers
- Chris Miller - Professional Skateboarder, Chief Creative Director – Alli Sports
- Brad Steward - Founder & President – Bonfire Snowboard Apparel
- Circe Wallace - Senior VP – Wasserman Media Group
- Bryce Kanights - Professional Skateboard Photographer
- Mark Lewman - Creative Director & Partner – Nemo Design (Moderator)
August 3, 2010 - Action Sports Conference 2010
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@ Waterfront Hilton, Huntington Beach CA
Speakers
- Industry Leaders from Agenda Show, ESPN Magazine, The Hundreds, UFC, EVO, FUEL TV, VAS Entertainment, Vans, Backcountry.com, Fuse, IMG, Dickhouse Entertainment, Transworld Business, HUF, ESPN X Games, Wasserman Media Group, Burton Snowboards, Hurley, Hard Rock Hotel, Stoked Mentoring, Maloof Money Cup, UNIV, Alli and Professional Athletes
June 30, 2010 - Transworld Business / group Y Industry Panel Discussion
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“The Expanding Umbrella of Action Sports- Why Moto is the Next It Thing”
@ La Jolla Group HQ, Irvine CA
Speakers
- Bill Gage - VP Marketing – Metal Mulisha
- Brian Cassaro - Marketing Director, Action Sports – DC Shoes
- Troy Powell - MX Brand Manager – Volcom
- Pete Kershaw - VP GMM – West 49 & Compound Ride Shop
- Duke Edukas - Owner – Surfside Sports
May 3, 2010 - Case Study Discussion
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“Learning from Surfrider’s Successful Grassroots Tactics That “Saved Trestles”
@ OC Tavern, San Clemente CA
Speakers
- Matt McClain - Director of Marketing and Communications – Surfrider Foundation
- Mark Rauscher - Assistant Environmental Director – Surfrider Foundation
- Stefanie Sekich - Coastal Campaign Specialist – Surfrider Foundation
- Josh Hunter - Editor In Chief – Transworld Media (moderator)
March 24, 2010 - Innovator Series
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@ Transworld Media HQ, Carlsbad CA
Speakers
- Bob Haro - Former Professional BMX Rider & Founder – Haro Bicycles and Harodesign
- Chris Miller - Professional Skateboarder and Founder – Planet Earth and Adio footwear. Chief Creative Director - Alli, the Alliance of Action Sports
- Ben Kelly - Editor, TransWorld Skateboarding (moderator)
- Keith Mulligan - Editor-in-chief, RideBMX (moderator)
January 13, 2010 - Tadpole Women In Business
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Women In Business: Experience to Inspire
@ Red Bull headquarters, Santa Monica, CA
created by Tadpole Marketing & Consulting, in partnership with Stanton & Company, presented by group Y
Panelists
- Laura Gentile - Vice President, espnW, ESPN
- Jessica Mendoza - Olympic Gold and Silver Medalist/President, Women’s Sports Foundation
- Mary O’Connor - Director of Olympic Marketing, Marketing Arm
- Julie Solwold - VP of Global Sports Marketing, John Paul Mitchell Systems
- Amy Stanton - Founder and CEO, Stanton & Company
- Diane Thibert - Global Director PR, Oakley
- Carolyn Deighan Coyne - Founder, Tadpole Event Marketing and Consulting
- Amy Swift Crosby (Panel Moderator) - Founder, SMARTY
December 10, 2009 - Industry Panel Discussion
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“Inside the La Jolla Group”
@ La Jolla Group headquarters, Irvine, CA
Panelists
- Bill Bussiere - President & CFO, La Jolla Group
- Steve Ward - VP of Marketing, All Categories and VP of Sales, O’Neill Men & Boys
- Michelle Devine - VP of Sales, Juniors & Girls, O’Neill
- Ryan Rush - VP Men’s M&D, O’Neill
- Michael Tomson, Design Consultant
- Ryan Divel - VP Sales & Marketing, Lost
- Ryan Hagy - Marketing, Metal Mulisha
- Jim Shubin - moderator
December 8, 2009 - Shop Eat Surf Executive Roundtable
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produced by group Y
@ Shorebreak Hotel, Huntington Beach, CA
Speakers
- Gary Schoenfeld - CEO, Pacific Sunwear
- Tiffany Montgomery - Founder, Shop-Eat-Surf
November 19, 2009 - Sports Networking Happy Hour LA
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sponsored by Livestream & group Y
@ Rush Street, Culver City, CA
October 21, 2009 - Panel Discussion
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“Is Green the new Black?”
@ evo, Seattle, WA
Panelists
- Dennis Madsen – former REI CEO, evo Board of Directors
- Mikey Leblanc – Co-Founder & Principal of Holden Outerwear, Pro Snowboarder
- Chris Rudolph - Director Of Marketing Services at Stevens Pass Resort
July 30, 2009 - Action Sports Conference
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@ X Games, Home Depot Center, Los Angeles, CA
Speakers
- Industry Leaders from Disney-ABC Cable Network Group, ESPN, ESPN X Games, Fast Company, FUEL TV, Fuse Marketing, Label Networks, Monster Energy, Motorcycle Industry Council, New Era, Oakley, Shop-Eat-Surf, Target, Tony Hawk Foundation, Transworld Business, Wasserman Media Group, Women’s Sports Foundation, and Woodward Camp
June 10, 2009 - Innovator Series
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Speaker
- Toby Bost - CEO, La Jolla Group
- Tiffany Montgomery - Founder, Shop-Eat-Surf
June 4, 2009 - Panel Discussion
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“Who Killed Social Media?”
@ Nemo Design, Portland, OR
Panelists
- Dave Allen - Director of Insights and Digital Media, Nemo Design
- Tony “Frosty” Welch - Web, Community and Social Media Strategy Personal Systems Group, HP
- James Todd - Software Engineer for Twine, Radar Networks
- Matt Savarino - Lead Information Architect, K2 Sports and creator, RiderTech
- Lee Crane - action sports online veteran & founder, Boardistan
- Marshall Kirkpatrick - Vice President of Content Development and Lead Writer , ReadWriteWeb
May 12, 2009 - Panel Discussion
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“Integrating Music and Brand Marketing”
@ Detroit Bar, Costa Mesa, CA
Panelists
- Kurt Soto - Entertainment Marketing Manager, Vans
- Derek Boucher - Director of Marketing, Vestal
- Daryl Berg - Director of Music Supervision & Licensing, Fuel TV
- Ray Ibe - founder, SecretHandShake
- Austin Brown - Music Marketing Manager, Sole Technology
April 15, 2009 - Panel Discussion
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“Action Sports In the Mainstream—Where Do We Go From Here?”
@ Red Bull headquarters, Santa Monica, CA
presented by FUEL TV
Panelists
- Chris Stiepock - Vice President & General Manager, ESPN X Games
- Don Brown - Senior Vice President, Sole Technology
- Per Welinder - President, Blitz Distribution & Chairman of the Board, IASC
- Todd Roberts - Owner, ZJ Boarding House & Chairman, Board Retailers Association
- Angelo Ponzi - Senior Marketing executive and Co-founder, Board-Trac
April 3, 2009 - Panel Discussion
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“Best Practices of Brand Communications and Public Relations”
IASC Skateboarding Industry Summit 2009 @ Woodward West, Tehachapi, CA
presented by IASC
Panelists
- Chris Overholser - Senior PR Manager, Vans
- Tiffany Montgomery - Owner, Shop-Eat-Surf
- John Stouffer - Director of PR and Endemic Relations, Fuel TV
March 25, 2009 - Panel Discussion
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“The Power of Brand Collaborations”
@ OC Tavern, Costa Mesa, CA
presented by Transworld Business
Panelists
- Braden Dahl - Strategic Business Unit Manager, New Era
- Mike West - President and Creative Director, 686 & Westlife Distribution
- Kristin Cusic - VP of Marketing, 686 & Westlife Distribution
- Rob Campbell - Publisher, Transworld Business
February 25, 2009 - Panel Discussion
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“Action Sports & Youth Marketing PR Pros Break Down the Ins & Outs of Public Relations;
How to Maximize PR Opportunities & Expand Your Brand Awareness”
@ The Grove of Anaheim, Anaheim, CA
presented by G&C Event Productions
Panelists
- Chris Overholser - Senior PR Manager, Vans
- Shana Frahm - Global PR Director, Burton Snowboards
- Stacie Krajchir - founder, The Bungalow PR
November 11, 2008 - Innovator Series
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@ Ketel One headquarters, Aliso Viejo, CA
presented by ASR
Speaker
- Kevin Lyman - Founder, Warped Tour
October 22, 2008 - Panel Discussion
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“Making Change Happen: Marrying Philanthropy and Marketing”
@ Quiksilver global headquarters, Huntington Beach, CA
presented by Quiksilver
Panelists
- Kim Novick - Development Director, Tony Hawk Foundation
- Julie Cordua - Communications Director, (RED)
- Vipe Desai - President, Project Blue
- Ryan Ashton - Director, Quiksilver Foundation
August 19, 2008 - Group Gathering
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@ Mozambique Restaurant and Lounge, Laguna Beach, CA
July 24, 2008 - Innovator Series
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@ Fox Head headquarters, Irvine, CA
presented by Fox Head
Speakers
- Carey Hart - Owner, Hart & Huntington and Freestyle Motocross rider
- Sal Masekela - TV Show Host, (X Games, E! Daily 10) and Film Producer, Berkela Films
June 16, 2008 - Panel Discussion
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“CEO’s on Building, Growth and Maintenance of Successful Niche Brands”
@ OC Tavern, San Clemente, CA
Panelists
- Dan Levine - President, RVCA
- Bruce Beach - Co-founder and CEO, Electric Visual
- Jeff Kearl - Chairman, Skullcandy
- Rob Campbell - Publisher, Transworld Business
May 20, 2008 - Innovator Series
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@ Red Bull headquarters, Santa Monica, CA
presented by FUEL TV
Speaker
- CJ Oliveres - General Manager, FUEL TV
April 22, 2008 - Group Gathering
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@ Hensley’s Flying Elephant Pub & Grill, Carlsbad, CA
presented by 5ones.com & Factive Media
March 19, 2008 - Panel Discussion
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“Branding in Action Sports: Keeping Brands Relevant In Rapidly Changing Environments”
@ Oakley headquarters, Lake Forest, CA
presented by Oakley
Panelists
- Pat McIlvain - Global Sports Marketing Director, Oakley
- Jim Anfuso - Director of Marketing, Fox Racing (Fox Head, Inc.)
- Danielle Beck - Director of Entertainment and Sports Marketing, Roxy
- Carl Harris - Director of Global Marketing, C1rca
- Sean O’Brien - Marketing Content Manager, Surf Expo
November 14, 2007 - Group Gathering
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@ La Casa Del Camino rooftop, Laguna Beach, CA
October 17, 2007 - Panel Discussion
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“Action Sports and Mainstream Business: Culture Clash or Clever Combination?”
@ OC Tavern, San Clemente, CA
Panelists
- Bruce McDermott - Group Director Brand Integration, Saatchi & Saatchi
- Graham Stapelberg - VP Marketing, Billabong
- Chris Conrad - VP Action Sports, IMG
- Mel Harris - VP Motorcycle/Marine Division, Suzuki
September 7, 2007 - Group Gathering
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ASR Trade Show
@ Dussini’s, San Diego, CA
June 13, 2007 - Panel Discussion
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“Youth and the New Media–Keeping Up and Ahead with Modern Communications Methods”
@ Kitsch Bar, Costa Mesa, CA
Panelists
- Kelley Electa - Executive Director,Promotions Events, Myspace
- Gregg Yacovone - Director of Marketing - West Area, Verizon
- Eddie Anaya - Director of Marketing, Quiksilver
- Ross Garrett - Publisher, Surfing Magazine
April 18, 2007 - Group Gathering
@ Casa Vino, Long Beach, CA
March 13, 2007 - Group Gathering
@ Kitsch Bar, Costa Mesa, CA
February 13, 2007 - Group Gathering
@ Aire - The Lab, Costa Mesa, CA
November 29, 2006 - Group Gathering
@ Memphis Cafe, Costa Mesa, CA
October 4, 2006 - Group Gathering
@ Kitsch Bar, Costa Mesa, CA
August 23, 2006 - Group Gathering
@ Aire - The Lab, Costa Mesa, CA
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