For Immediate Release: May 27, 2008
DBEDT Release News 08-12

HONOLULU--The Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism (DBEDT) will sponsor a professional development event on Saturday, June 7, 2008 at the Outrigger Waikiki Hotel from 11:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on:

• How to Market Music on the Web;
• Build an audience;
• Create new ways to make money in the digital world.

"The State's Creative Industries Division is committed to expanding the reach of Hawai'i's recording artists by providing assistance on how to market their creative talents," said Creative Industries Division Chief Georja Skinner. "This event will provide an opportunity to network and learn new ways to market their talents globally."

DBEDT is partnering with The Recording Academy Pacific Northwest Chapter to present this special workshop. It will feature both presentations and interactive workshops. Admission is free to Academy members and $50 for the general public.

Established in 1957, The Recording Academy is an organization of musicians, producers, engineers and recording. Internationally known for the GRAMMY Awards - the preeminent peer-recognized award for musical excellence and the most credible brand in music - The Recording Academy is responsible for groundbreaking professional development, cultural enrichment, advocacy, education and human services programs.

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For more information, contact:
Dave Young
Communications
Phone: (808) 587-1212
Email: dyoung@dbedt.hawaii.gov