18.08.2010

Dear reader,

Before we get to this fortnight’s news, there are a few TPi Awards announcements to be made…

Early Bird Rate Ending Soon…

The TPi Awards 2011 early bird rate ends on Friday 4th September so place your booking now to take advantage of this fantastic offer. The early bird rate gives attendees a discount on tables of 10 or 12, click here to download a booking form.

After the huge success of this year’s event, the TPi Awards 2011 will deliver a great night of entertainment whilst also providing attendees with unparalleled networking opportunities throughout the industry. Taking place on Monday 7th February 2010 at the Novotel London West in Hammersmith, the TPi Awards will be hosted by Fun Lovin’ Criminals frontman, and TV/radio personality Huey Morgan.

Voting Opens Monday 6th September.

Voting will commence on Monday 6th September through the event website www.tpiawards.com. All voting will take place online and voting is open to everyone.

Sponsorship Opportunities

The TPi Awards offers a number of excellent sponsorship opportunities to help boost your company’s profile throughout the live entertainment industry. For more information on bespoke packages to suit your company’s profile and budget please contact Ben Chadwick on +44 (0)7973 291044 or email b.chadwick@mondiale.co.uk

Many thanks,

Rachel Esson
Editor, TPi Magazine

r.esson@mondiale.co.uk

Mark Cunningham, Editor-In-Chief: m.cunningham@mondiale.co.uk

Joel Perry, Commercial Manager: j.perry@mondiale.co.uk

Ric Ashton, Advertising Manager: r.ashton@mondiale.co.uk

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