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Cnsjf 2012 Report: Exceeding Expectations, Manuel A. Rivera, Robertico R. Croes
Cnsjf 2012 Report: Exceeding Expectations, Manuel A. Rivera, Robertico R. Croes
Dick Pope Sr. Institute Publications
The Curacao North Sea Jazz Festival (CNSJF) attracted during the past three annual festivals 12,542 tourists, generated nearly US$22 million in direct spending due to the festival and had a total contribution of nearly US$40 million to the Curacao economy. These unprecedented results are even more significant considering the unique funding source of this festival, which is backed by a private investment source. Private investments in festival production are a financial funding source that is not common in the event industry, especially when considering the significant economic benefits the CNSJF has generated for Curacao. This festival has functioned as a …