Welcome to another episode of Sold on Drip! We're thrilled to have Christopher Durst, a proud Dripping Springs local and the co-founder and producer of the highly anticipated Dripping Springs Pumpkin Festival, set to kick off its opening weekend on the 23rd of September. Join us as Christopher shares his insights and insider knowledge about this exciting event.
With nearly three decades of experience in the world of entertainment, Christopher Durst brings a wealth of expertise to the table. His journey in event planning, culinary services, production, logistics, and operations has been nothing short of remarkable. Christopher's track record includes successful ventures in managing nightclubs, curating electrifying concerts, orchestrating unforgettable festivals, championing fundraising initiatives, and flawlessly executing both corporate and private events. His achievements stand as a testament to his understanding of event promotions, sponsorship dynamics, advertising strategies, traditional marketing, content development, and cutting-edge digital media approaches, encompassing AI, ML, PPC, social engagement, influencer collaborations, and data-driven insights.
Listen in as Christopher talks about the historical significance of the Pound House, the lead up to the Dripping Springs Pumpkin Festival, and how they were able to reinvigorate and reopen the Pound House. Learn about the upcoming Pumpkin Festival, including dates, food options, ticketing details, and insider tips for festival goers. Stay tuned for updates about events at Founders Park and a major announcement regarding a new festival location. Join us for this episode, as Christopher Durst's knowledge and experiences come to life in a conversation you won't want to miss! ποΈπ"
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE EPISODE
01:50 β Guest Introduction & Background: Christopher Durst
03:44 β Finding out about the Pound House
04:22 β Music festivals
06:33 β Setting up timeline
08:19 β Saving the Pound House and Reopening the Museum
09:11 β The Pound House's historical significance
13:03 β What we can expect from the Pumpkin Festival
22:13 β Tips and tricks for festival goers
25:37 β Events at Founders Park
28:15 β New location announcement
CONNECTING WITH THE GUEST
WEBSITE: https://drippingspringspumpkinfestival.com/
LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopherdurst/
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/drippingspringspumpkinfestival/
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/DrippingSpringsPumpkinFestival
LINKTREE: https://linktr.ee/dspumpkinfest
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