Arizona Book Publishing Association

March 31, 2010

We’ve moved! Please join us at
Radisson Hotel Phoenix Airport North
427 N. 44th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85008
Phone: 602-220-4400
For the the exact location, visit Mapquest.com
North of Van Buren; south of 202

Program (includes lunch) 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Registration: $25 members $35 non-members
At the door: $35 member $45 non-members
Advance payment is required for registration; no refunds after Mar. 25, 2010.

“What’s Up/Down with the Publishing Industry?”

Joan Foltz, Alsek Research

The book publishing industry seems to be in a state we haven’t seen before—ever. Traditional business models are being threatened, yet new opportunities for innovation become increasingly available as the very nature of “the book” evolves in the minds and the hands of booksellers and readers alike. And the overarching power of the Internet is unleashing tremendous forces that affect every publisher—from the largest worldwide company right down to the one-book self-publishing author.

Futurist Joan Foltz of Alsek Research will construct a vision of the future business world of publishing with insights as to how a publisher will likely operate. Hear what this futurist sees on the horizon, what forces are shaping things to come, and the changing role of the publisher.

• Take a systematic look at the emerging issues in the publishing industry.
• Recognize the difference in shifts, cycles, and evolutionary changes.
• Identify the differences between users of books, music, and movies.

Ms. Foltz is publisher of “Edgy Economics” and founder of Alsek Research that specializes in socio-economic analysis. She brings to our March party over 25 years experience as a business strategist and international recognition as an economic futurist with a BA in Journalism and MS in Futures Studies. She is a member of the Assoc. of Professional Futurists, organizer of the Arizona Futurists Chapter of the World Future Society, and World Future Studies Federation. You will enjoy her unique foresight and engaging presentation.

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Join us for this powerful program!

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Prepayment is required for registration.
Please register above or
RSVP to the ABPA hotline (602) 274-6264.
Questions? Email info@azbookpub.com.

To pay by check, mail to ABPA address.
Arizona Book Publishing Association
6340 S. Rural Road #118-152
Tempe, AZ 85283

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