Today we’re bringing you our monthly roundup of cool youth media and marketing events you or colleagues from your company may want to attend. If your company hosts an event relevant to the youth media or marketing space that you’d like us to highlight, email me…

Event Updates
Ed. Note: For more upcoming events check the last roundup.

Featured Events (These are events being held by 2010 Ypulse Youth Marketing Mashup partners.)

Kids@Play & Higher Ed Tech Summits at CES
Date: January 6, 2011
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Cost: N/A
Description for Kids@Play: Kids@Play explores the world of kids and technology. Their lives are infused with technology, from their first electronic picture books through their first Facebook profile. The summit showcases exhibitors that shape how kids are growing up digitally and features panel discussions on how children are exploring the way they entertain themselves, their 24/7 communications, and the way technology pervades their schoolwork and “real” world explorations. Speakers across multiple industries and disciplines will examine the impact of being digital with demos, discussion, and research. Participating companies in past years have included Electronic Arts, Mattel, PBS Kids Play, and Symantec. More

Description for Higher Ed Tech Summit Today’s college students are robust consumers of Information Age technologies. With a single keystroke they access information that would take hours to locate in a brick-and-mortar library, if it could be found at all. They attend classes, participate in seminars and discussion groups, and submit their work remotely, sometimes from across the country and sometimes from halfway around the world. They load their dorm rooms with the latest gadgets and cram their cell phones with the latest apps. The Higher Ed Tech Summit will shine a spotlight on the key issues of high-tech higher education. More

Additional Events

August

The Second Life Community Convention
Date: August 13-15
Location: Boston, MA
Cost: $150 [One day pass] – $260
Description: The Second Life Community Convention is a conference organized for Second Life residents by Second Life residents, including teens – there’s something for everyone! Content creators, artists, and musicians attend to share ideas, get creative, and learn new techniques from the pros. Enterprise users and businesses discuss strategies for success and techniques for maximum ROI. Educators present research, best practices, and workshops. The list goes on and on! From casual users, community groups, and roleplayers to the serious side of Second Life, come to the conference to learn, share, and network with the real people behind the avatars! More

International Digital Content Conference
Date: August 16-18
Location: Seoul, Korea
Cost: N/A
Description: IDC stands for International Conference on Digital Content, Multimedia Technology and its Applications. It is a premium international conference on all areas related to the Theory, Development, Applications, Experiences, and Evaluation of Digital Content, Multimedia Technology and its Applications , that gathers fellow students, researchers, and practitioners in these fields from all around the world. More

Cassandra Live: L.A. Summer Trend School
Date: August 17
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Cost: N/A
Description: Join us on August 17th at Creative Artists Agency in Los Angeles for an all-day immersion into today’s latest consumer trends and the key shifts which are likely to spur the trends of the next decade. From purchase decisions to their favorite brands and favorite bands, Trend School will delve deeply into the attitudes and behaviors that drive the decisions and preferences of Gen X and Gen Y. Plus, IG will offer a sneak preview of the latest research from our newest Cassandra Report. More

Supergirl Jam
Date: August 22
Location: Venice Beach, CA
Cost: Free to attend
Description: Warner Bros. Consumer Products, on behalf of DC Comics, and action sports event producer, ASA Entertainment, recently announced the dates for the 2010 Supergirl Jam event series. For the fourth consecutive year, these unique events will feature more than 100 of the world’s top female action sports athletes competing in surfing, skateboarding, snowboarding and inline skating. The Supergirl Jam is the industry’s only large-scale, all-girls action sports competition and is designed to celebrate female strength, independence and empowerment. In 2010, the Supergirl Jam series will kick-off with three events, each highlighting the sports’ most talented female pros as well as up-and-coming amateurs. More

September

PSFK Conference London
Date: September 10
Location: London, UK
Cost: £350.00
Description: The PSFK Conference Series caters to creative thinkers from around the world, exploring the latest trends, inspirations, and ideas. Each year, PSFK hosts events in several major international cities, bringing together the world’s leading creative thinkers with both established and emerging business leaders. More

New York Games Conference
Date: September 21
Cost: $499 [Value Discount] – $699
Description:The most influential decision-makers in the digital media industry gather at NY Games Conference to network, do deals, and share ideas about the future of games and connected entertainment. NY Games Conference – now in its 3rd year – features lively debate on timely cutting-edge business topics. Executives from publishers, developers, advertising, investment firms, social networks, technology providers and content companies mingle together at this top industry event. More

TechCrunch Disrupt
Date: September 27-29
Location: San Francisco, CA
Cost: $1,995 [Early Bird] -$2,995
Description: TechCrunch Disrupt is a three-day, single-track conference and startup competition to immerse you in the debate about what’s changing in technology right now, what’s causing it and what we need to do about it to survive and thrive in real time. More

The Toy, Game and Technology Summit
Date: September 22-23, 2010
Location: Santa Clara,California
Cost: $495- $895
Description: The Toy, Game and Technology Summit, takes place September 22-23, 2010 in Santa Clara, California. This one-of-a-kind executive summit brings together leaders from the toy, video game and technology industries for in-depth discussion, cross-industry networking and the opportunity to generate new business. TGT is co-located with the Virtual Goods Conference. More

Web 2.0
Location: New York, NY
Date: September 27-30
Cost: $195 – $1945
Description: This year, Web 2.0 Expo New York focuses on Platforms for Growth, diving into the platform opportunities for the whole web ecosystem, particularly mobile, real-time, and the social web. We’ll be talking about real-time data and the content being generated, how that data is consumed, and the platforms and applications enabling various services. We’ll also be concentrating on the players that have spawned their own ecosystems, creating huge opportunities for partners, vendors and competitors. More

October

2nd Annual AllyKatzz Tween Summit
Date: October 10
Location: New York, NY
Cost: N/A
Description: AK Tweens, the nation’s leading tween girl consulting firm and AllyKatzz.com, the largest COPPA compliant tween girl reporter and social networking site today announced that their 2nd Annual AllyKatzz Tween Summit- scheduled for October 10th, 2010 in New York City – will take place at The Altman Building followed later that night by a celebrity-studded concert at NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts. More

84th Annual ASHA School Health Conference
Date: October 13-16
Location: Kansas City, Missouri
Cost: $65 – $430
Description:The mission of the American School Health Association is to protect and promote the health of children and youth by supporting coordinated school health programs as a foundation for school success. through the participation of its members. More

Cable & Telecommunications Association [CTAM] Summit
Date: October 18-20
Location: New Orleans, LA
Cost: $875 – $1075
Description: Planned by industry leaders, this conference offers marketing strategies and research skills, applicable to today’s business challenges and needs. The audience is comprised of executives who work for cable and telecommunications companies and cable program networks–the senior researchers and decision-makers who are reshaping the viewing and advertising landscape. More

November

YALSA’s Young Adult Literature Symposium
Date: November 5-7
Location: Albuquerque, NM
Description: Librarians and educators will attend educational sessions and paper presentations on the dynamic and growing field of young adult literature and enjoy special events and one-on-one interactions with popular young adult authors. YALSA will also offer special events on Friday, which will require additional registration. The symposium is sponsored in part by the William C. Morris Endowment. The 2010 theme is Diversity, Literature and Teens: Beyond Good Intentions. More

FOSI’s 4th Annual Conference & Exhibition
Date: November 9-10
Location: Washington, DC
Cost: N/A
Description: The Family Online Safety Institute has an enviable reputation for bringing together a wide range of stakeholders to drive forward the online safety agenda, particularly for families. Its International membership acts as a catalyst for serious dialogue, an informed perspective and outstanding events. More

Future of Television East
Date: November 19
Location: New York, NY
Cost: $299 [Early bird] – $699 [On-site]
Description: Last year was Hulu and social media. What will be the buzz this year? Join Television Industry Leaders – including senior decision-makers from major broadcasters, production studios and cable networks, social networks, producers, creators, mobile companies, online content producers, distributors, technology companies, and association heads – for the industry’s most prestigious event. More

December

The 3rd Dubai World Game Expo
Date: November 29-Dec 1
Location: Dubai
Cost: N/A
Description: The 3rd Dubai World Game Expo – DWGE under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Majid Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Culture & Arts Authority, happening between the 29th November to 1st December 2010 is devoted to introduce a wide variety of computer games, including entertaining video games, online gaming, mobile games, edutainment & infotainment software, game related hardware, and next-generation platforms, together with opportunities to feel them all in one place in 3 days. DWGE is the largest annual gathering of interactive entertainment industry, focusing on B2B and public in the Middle East. More

January

Retail’s BIG Show
Date: January 9 – 12
Location: New York, NY
Cost: $875-$1725
Description: More than 17,500 engaged retail professionals attended Retail’s BIG Show in 2009. The 2010 Big Show will provide unique access and insight to some of today’s retail thought leaders and the innovations, mistakes, and best practices that contributed to their success. More

National Association of Television Program Executives
Date: January 24-26
Location: Miami, FL
Cost: $500 [Summer Special]
Description: A content show that draws a diverse crowd from around the world, plotting the possibilities of a new age of content, from Internet networks to mobile video. We like to think of NATPE as a place where dreams are up for discussion. More

February

KidScreen Summit 2010
Date: February 10-12
Location: New York, NY
Cost: $1,395
Description: KidScreen Summit is renowned as the kid’s entertainment industry’s most important annual event. In 2009, the conference welcomed 1400+ attendees from 40 countries, with a record setting 60% of delegates attending from outside of the US. Top decision- and deal –makers in the kids business attend KidScreen Summit to engage in critical dialogue on issues that affect the industry; take advantage of some of the years best networking opportunities; recognize and understand current market needs, opportunities and challenges; learn more about key innovators and their visions: and find and share ideas that will drive your businesses forward. More

MAGIC Marketplace/MAGIC kids
Date: February 16-18
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Cost: N/A
Description: The MAGIC Marketplace is the preeminent trade event in the international fashion industry, hosting global buyers and sellers of men’s, women’s and children’s apparel, footwear, accessories and sourcing resources. As an incubator of fashion, MAGIC is where new trends surface and develop into what will be seen on the consumer. The show’s goal is to connect and inspire the fashion community, fuse diverse trends, while offering unbeatable service to its customers. More

March

SXSW Interactive
Date: March 11-15
Location: Austin, TX
Cost: $450-$750 [depending on when you register]
Description: SXSW Interactive features five days of compelling presentations from the brightest minds in emerging technology, scores of exciting networking events hosted by industry leaders and an unbeatable line up of special programs showcasing the best new websites, video games and startup ideas the community has to offer. Join us March 2010 for the panels, the parties, the 13th Annual Web Awards, the ScreenBurn at SXSW Arcade, the Film and Interactive Trade Show and Exhibition, Microsoft BizSpark Accelerator at SXSW and, of course, the inspirational experience that only SXSW can deliver. More

The GAMA Trade Show [GTS]
Date: March 14-18
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Cost: N/A
Description: The Game Manufacturers Association (GAMA) has been connecting manufacturers and retailers for over 20 years.Every year, the trade show brings the best minds in the industry together for five days of business, networking, professional seminars, and fun. More

2011 Nonprofit Technology Conference
Date: March 17-19
Location: Washington, DC
Cost: N/A
Description: During challenging times, true innovators collaborate in an effort to maximize their effectiveness.More

April

The NAB Show
Date: April 9-14
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Cost: N/A [Registration will open in September]
Description: As they say, art is in the eye of the beholder. Whether your idea of a masterpiece is a well-designed content management system that truly maximizes assets, a flawless live sports broadcast that goes around the world in crystal clear definition, revolutionary software than renders natural 3-D environments, or blog content that becomes a movie and has an extremely profitable second life as a mobile game — the NAB Show™ is the ultimate place to find everything necessary to bring your vision to life. More

July

NAMLE Media Literacy Education Conference
Date: July 22-25
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Cost: N/A
Description: Experience media literacy at the next NAMLE conference, in Old Philadelphia-America’s Most Historic Square Mile. The conference will be held July 22-25, 2011 at the Sheraton Society Hill. If you want to be involved in any aspect of planning, contact Deb Parker, Conference Chair. Want to help plan the program? Contact Vanessa Domine, Program Chair. The Call for Proposals and Submission Guidelines will be announced early September 2010. Check back here for periodic updates. More

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