Combating Bootleg Merchandise at Festivals: Protecting Your Brand and Revenue

Combating Bootleg Merchandise at Festivals: Protecting Your Brand and Revenue

Don’t let fake festival T-shirts and bootleg swag steal your thunder (or profits). Learn how top festivals fight back with legal trademarks, on-site security sweeps, vendor credentialing, and fan education to shut down unlicensed merch sellers. Discover actionable strategies to protect your festival’s brand integrity and revenue – ensuring only quality, official merchandise reaches your attendees.

Facial Recognition at Festival Entrances: Efficiency Boost or Privacy Risk?

Facial Recognition at Festival Entrances: Efficiency Boost or Privacy Risk?

Facial recognition is creeping into music festivals – promising lightning-fast entry and tighter security – but at what cost to fan privacy? Explore how biometric ticketing could revolutionize admissions and the serious privacy risks and technical hurdles it brings. This in-depth guide for festival organizers worldwide weighs the efficiency gains against surveillance fears, with real examples and tips on rolling out high-tech entry systems responsibly.

Trademarking Your Festival Name: Protecting Your Brand from Copycats

Trademarking Your Festival Name: Protecting Your Brand from Copycats

Don’t let copycats steal your festival’s thunder. Learn why trademarking your festival name is vital and how to do it right – from filing your trademark to fending off imitators and bootleg merch. This expert guide shows festival organizers how to protect their brand identity, avoid costly legal battles, and keep their event’s hard-earned reputation secure.