Economic Development through the Arts and Tourism

Karl Schutz: Originator and architect of the Chemainus Mural Project and the founder of Innovative Programs for promoting and establishing economic Development through Arts, Culture & Tourism Internationally. *ADSL/Cable users: see a short multi-media presentation by Karl Schutz - Chemainus, British Columbia, a saw mill town for 120 years went from no tourists in 1981 to over 450,000 by 1988! From 40 local businesses to over 300 today Chemainus has gone from being left off of maps to being Internationally famous with municipal revenues more than triple what they were little over a decade ago! While receiving the prestigious British Airways Tourism for Tomorrow Award for the Americas in London England (see Gallery of Awards), Chemainus has been featured in numerous magazine profiles including an eight page article in the May 1994 issue of the Smithsonian Magazine. Today, many communities have engaged the professional coaching services of Karl Schutz and have beautifully captured the spirit, the magic and vision, unique to each area's history. Through a variety of revitalization projects, Karl, with his 25 years of experience in five different countries has helped guarantee dozens of dynamic and successful ventures. As a result many towns have replicated the success and original vision Karl had for Chemainus. * See the award winning documentary "The Little Town that Did" Tickets available here for online showings (ADSL or CABLE required)

Advisor to Downtown Revitalization and Main Street Programs

In Canada, the Murals of Chemainus, British Columbia are the brainchildof Karl Schutz's particular genius. Evolving over a number of years, theproject was coordinated with a sensitivity and love for the area that'sinspired an uplifting focus to the community. The result has been an astoundingsuccess story for the region in general. Chemainus B.C. The Mural Capital of North America From the seed of a dream, Chemainus has become a world class attractionthat sees hundreds of thousands of visitors a year pass through it andyet surprisingly, the town remains small and intimately friendly to thisday... 25 years since they became "The Little Town That Did."  As a successful advisor to main street programs Karl shares awealth of experience and has a proven track record for ensuring projectsunfold on schedule, on budget and maintain the necessary cooperation andgoodwill of the local community. His unique vision focuses on developingprojects that combine artistic merit, entertainment value and a keen senseof discovery in the pursuit of knowledge.  Townships and municipalities wishing to enhance their profiles on afoundation of art and tourism will discover that it creates a real people-orientedeconomy that grows steadily year after year.

The timing is ripe... as 'baby boomers' reach middle age and the urgeto travel takes hold, places that choose to revitalize their downtown coresand promote their main street programs will become target destinationsfor a whole generation of new travellers.  Karl Schutz can offer an experienced, objective assessment of what mightbest enhance your area's unique features, his suggestions may be just whatit is needed to kick start your existing community's hopes and dreams. *See short multi-media presentation by Karl Schutz ADSL or Cable connection required

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Proven Fundraising Strategies for the New Millenium

Karl Schutz will share his proven fundraising methods with you. A large portion of his workshops are devoted to preparation, innovation and the practical and theoretical intricacies of fundraising. He will provide the effective tools to meet your requirements. THE GALA NIGHT AS A FUND-RAISING EVENT!, British Airways 1994, Tourism for Tommorrow Award Click Here for Gallery of Awards As an example of Karl's step by step financial planning, his informative presentation-style formula ensures that his initial honorarium and travel costs are recovered through a Gala Night Fund-Raiser on his first visit. As keynote speaker he introduces the importance of downtown revitalization as an investment into the future through Arts and Tourism. Also included is a presentation of the inspirational, award winning movie "The Little Town That Did". (Tickets available here for online showings - ADSL or CABLE required) In the final analysis, engaging Karl Schutz is not an expense but rather an investment in creating a sound Arts and Tourism Industry for your area or region. Turn your dreams into reality and create yet another economic miracle!   The Presentation Covers Topics such as: How to set Clear Goals and Create a Master Plan;  How to Get and Keep the Community Involved;  Networking with Local and Regional Artisans,  all of this and much more is covered with an indepth look at howpractical pre-visualization leads ultimately toa full realization of the dreams and goals of the community.

Speaking Engagements: Will Travel and Share Proven Dynamic Ideas

 

Using the global inter-network, Karl is demonstrating his success formulathrough a variety of media. " Learn from the winners ". Karl has many enduring examples of successful projects which he will share with you and it is these true stories which will inspire you, as well as your community. Utilizing the Internet is the quickest wayto make personal contact simply by e-mailing him at: Karl Schutz.He is more than happy to correspond and make initial contact with interested parties.

Personal Appearances and Speaking Engagements must be booked well in advance and can be arranged by Phoning: 250-246-4911, or Faxing 250-246-4122, Cell Ph. 250-246-6602, e-mail:Karl Schutz or by writing: Karl SchutzP.O. Box 488 Chemainus,B.C. CANADA V0R 1K0  *See short multi-media presentation by Karl Schutz ADSL or Cable connection required Need the Real Player? click here

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Should you be interested in starting a project in your area or adding new life and excitement to your existing one, I would be more than happy to share more than 20 years of experience with you, while at the same time providing you, your organization, as well as your “ community ” with one of the most successful publicity campaigns ever launched. For more information Email Karl Schutz with your name and contact phone number with area code and I will get back to your shortly.

	The image symbolizes ARTS & TOURISM Internationally in the same way that the 5 rings of the Olympic movement, represent the sports. For more about the conceptual origins and copyrights of our logo, click here.
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Copyright © 1997-2003 Karl Schutz  VBC Web Servicesby Paul Marcano Updated Dec.2000

Beautiful Downtown Chemainus Paul Marcano refurbishes 15 year old Mural September 1997 and in only 1544+ brush strokes ;-)

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