Wednesday, March 9, 2011

Day 3: 4A's Media and Leadership Conference, Austin

Today is a very special day. My son Dale is 21. Please go to his Facebook page and wish him well. Happy Birthday Son. I love you very much. And I could not be prouder of you at this moment.
Yesterday was a special day as far as conferences go. Fareed Zakaria spoke to the 4A's (the American Association of Advertising Agencies) in the morning. His words were encouraging. International violence at a 50 year low. Three times as many countries showing growth (over 100). But the U.S. is in danger of falling behind. Check out his comments.
Some ok panels for the geeks here on media measurement. But the best part of these is always the contacts and visits with old friends in between the presentation.
Dinner last night was a stand up affair. John Cate, Mediasmith EVP and GM and I went first toStubb's BarBQ courtesy of Wired, The Week and Forbes great food, especially the hand rub washed down with cold beers. Then on to La Condesa for the best hand made tacos, a whole roast pig and margaritas at the door, courtesy of MediaLink and Millenial Media. Both are highly recommended.
Today is moving day. Last day at the 4A's, then afterwards, moving from the Hilton to the Omni for SXSW.
Austin is amazing. Walk down many streets and bands are everywhere in bars and restaurants. Looking forward to more. The weather is mid 70's and mild. Very pleasant.

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