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Why You Should Attend ISES Eventworld

noreply@blogger.com (ISES AZ) — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 17:24:00 +0000

Why Should You Attend ISES Eventworld 2009?
ISES Eventworld2009 An Institute for Professional Development is one of the foremost educational conferences for the special events industry.

Network with Peers, Gain Knowledge, Grow Professionally, Obtain Lead Referrals, Brand Your Business

Select from more than two dozen educational sessions offered in these new tracks geared by experience level: Novice Professionals, Skilled Professionals, and Seasoned Professionals. Follow one track all the way through the conference, or move around picking courses in several different tracks. Personalize your itinerary to meet your needs; this is your conference.
Education Highlights include distinguished practitioners, academics and thought leaders. This years speakers come together to share best practices, strategies, techniques and tactics to grow your skills and your performance. Please visit the ISES Eventworld website for more information.

Keynote Speaker: Simon T. Bailey will present, Release Your Brilliance: How to Reposition, Reconnect and Re-emerge in Times of Change.In times of change you will reach an internal fork in the road, where you are invited to redefine success on your terms, realign your behaviors and redesign your beliefs from the inside out. The result is a brilliant man and woman who re-emerges knowing how to think strategically and innovatively about ways to generate revenue, save money, and create efficiency. In this session you will re-equipped with tips, tools and techniques to prove that brilliant success is an inside job.

Featured Speaker: Steve Kemble will present, HOT and Sassy Trends. Be sure to check out his new blog for all of the session essentials at www.stevekemble.com/blog! Get ready for a session that you will never forget!

Networking opportunities and events throughout the conference allow you to mix and mingle with professionals from near and far. Kick off the conference at the ISES Eventworld Welcome Reception; catch a glimpse of ISES future at the ISES Annual General Meeting and Luncheon and celebrate the special events industry at the 2009 ISES Esprit Awards.

ISES Eventworld 2009 promises to stimulate your mind, elevate your understanding, and inspire you to continue to grow. Do not miss this unique opportunity for professional development uniquely designed for special event professionals.

Register now for one of the most dynamic educational and networking conferences in the special events industry! Early bird pricing ends on July 10th!

Stay, San Francisco StyleDiscover a beautiful downtown San Francisco hotel rising 39 stories high into the city skyline at the illustrious San Francisco Marriott. Just south of Market Street, the hotel is situated just steps away from the city's top attractions, including the historical Cable Cars, fine dining and world class shopping on Union Square. Whether in town for business or pleasure, experience San Francisco at the San Francisco Marriott where you're sure to "leave your heart."

Hotel Accommodations:
San Francisco Marriott55 Fourth Street
San Francisco, California 94103 USA
Phone: 1.888.575.8934, 1.415.896.1600

$219.00 Single/Double + tax Hotel ReservationsMust be made directly with the San Francisco Marriott. Call 1.888.575.8934 and ask for the discounted International Special Events Society (ISES) group rate or visit the ISES reservations web page. Rooms will be available at the discounted ISES group rate only until July 10, 2009 or until the block is sold out, so don't delay!

Registration for the Meetings/Events Best Practice Forum is Now Open!

noreply@blogger.com (ISES AZ) — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 21:33:00 +0000

Are you an in-house, corporate meetings/events planner?
Are you an independent meetings/events planner?
Are you a supplier for the local meetings/events industry?
Have you recently acquired the responsibility of planning your company's meetings/events?

If you answered 'YES' to any of these questions - you must join us on May 28th for the Meetings/Events Best Practice Forum.

Times are tough for all industries, but the meetings/events/hospitality industry is really feeling the pinch. Join the Phoenix Business Journal and the Phoenix Convention Center, along with ISES, MPI and HSMAI as we discuss how MEETINGS & EVENTS MEAN LOCAL BUSINESS!

This half-day event is designed for planners and suppliers of all experience levels. Featured topics include event ROI, the importance of keeping meetings/events LOCAL, ethical negotiations, and meeting & event trends in this economic climate.

Recognizing that we all have very different objectives for a day like this, there will also be role-specific sessions available for suppliers, planners and those new to the industry.

Basic Schedule Outline:
11:00 a.m. Registration begins
11:30 a.m. Luncheon and main session
1:30-4:30 p.m. Breakout sessions (sign-up to occur at day-of registration)
4:30-6:00 p.m. Networking/cocktail reception and optional facility tours including the brand new Innovation Studio

Tickets: Only $59 Price includes luncheon/main program, 3 breakout sessions, cocktails/hors d'oeuvres networking reception, and optional facility tours.

Free parking available courtesy of the Phoenix Convention Center.

To address the pinch being felt by hotels, meeting spaces and the overall industry in the Valley, the Phoenix Business Journal is launching its first ever supplement to highlight the meeting venues and vendors available in the Valley.

For more information about advertising in this supplement, please contact Catherine Weathers at 602-308-6532 or cweathers@bizjournals.com.

If you have any event related questions, please contact Rebecca Light with the Phoenix Business Journal at (602) 308-6531

LAST CALL - To Register for the 2nd Annual ISES AZ Golf Tournament

noreply@blogger.com (ISES AZ) — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 22:08:00 +0000

Registration closes this Friday, April 24th!

2nd Annual ISES AZ Golf Tournament
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
8:00 am - Shotgun Start, Scramble Format
Camelback Golf Club - Padre Course

To read more and to download registration forms click here.

Do not miss out on this opportunity to spend a day networking, doing business on the course - and supporting ISES AZ!!! Please join us for the 2nd Annual ISES AZ Golf Tournament & Fundraiser which will take place Wednesday, April 29th at Camelback Golf Club.

The day will include golf, networking, prize drawings, silent auction and more!

Golf information and sponsorships are now available! Please contact Matt Farmelant at mfarmelant@smpiservices.com! You do not want to miss out on this fun-filled day in the sunshine making great connections!

To read more and to download registration forms click here.

ISES AZ & The Phoenix Business Journal - Advertise Today!

noreply@blogger.com (ISES AZ) — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 18:02:00 +0000

Dear ISES AZ Members,

Recently we announced that we have formed a partnership with the Phoenix Business Journal (also a fellow ISES AZ member). For the last several months the ISES AZ Board of Directors has set out to find ways to promote ISES/our members to sources that might not yet know about us. One of the many sources that we have zoned in on is the local corporate market. While we are fortunate enough to count a handful of corporate planners as members, we have also found that there are a number of other key employees being tasked with coordinating the meetings/events that are not networked within the industry. This continues to become more prevalent as corporations downsize - sometimes shifting the planning responsibilities to administrative assistants and human resource executives.

The partnership with the Phoenix Business Journal is an ideal opportunity for us to get in front of these potential lead sources. A special pull-out-and-save guide will be featured in the May 29th edition of the publication. The Phoenix Convention Center (also a fellow ISES member) is a major partner in this as well. The pull out guide will feature advertisements – as well as editorial on everything from how to plan an event, to reasons to keep them local, etc.

For more information on advertising and sponsorships, please contact:

Catherine Weathers
Advertising Consultant
P 602.308.6532
cweathers@bizjournals.com

In addition, the Phoenix Business Journal will be producing an event that will coincide with the guide. It will take place on Thursday, May 28th. This will be a half-day industry summit that will include a luncheon, education sessions, trends in the industry and will culminate with a social function.

If you would like the letter from the Phoenix Business Journal's Publisher Don Henninger about the section and stats on the Phoenix Business Journal/Noteworthy News please email David Cox, dcox@universityofphoenixstadium or Charlene James, cjames@imax.com.

We appreciate the willingness of the Phoenix Business Journal to consider us a partner in this endeavor, and their commitment to promoting keeping business local. Opportunities to get involved and be a part of both the publication and the event exist on all levels. Whether you are interested in placing an ad, showcasing your product or service or attending the event, we invite you to be a part of this! Our hope is that this can become an annual partnership that showcases ISES AZ members and what we do best.

This is one of many projects that ISES AZ is proud to announce. In the coming weeks you will be receiving info that will include how to best put your ISES membership to work, an online membership survey and more. There are a number of initiatives in place that we invite you to be a part of.

Again, thank you for being a member of ISES AZ. We hope that you will consider taking advantage of the opportunity to be featured in the Phoenix Business Journal’s Meeting & Event Industry Guide.

For more information on advertising and sponsorships, please contact:

Catherine Weathers
Advertising Consultant
P 602.308.6532
cweathers@bizjournals.com
The deadline is fast approaching!

Sincerely,
Melissa A. Jurcan,
ISES AZ President
Website: http://www.isesaz.com/
Desk: (623) 433-7122

Valley's Best - ISES Members Get the Word Out!

noreply@blogger.com (ISES AZ) — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 18:00:00 +0000

Christine Bailey is currently working on an article for Southwest Meetings & Events Magazine about hip, urban event spots in downtown Phoenix. Some sites on her radar include MonOrchid, the Ice House, Bentley Projects, 5th Avenue and Madison Event Center, some of the art galleries in the Roosevelt arts district, and the soon to open Penthouse Suite at Orpheum Lofts.

Other possibilities include Cibo, Cheuvront and Palette. As event planners and vendors, she needs our help! If you are open to sharing any favorite hip or urban chic places that you like to recommend to your clients or comment on any places that you've enjoyed working with please contact Christine!

She is looking for other options around the Valley, too, perhaps Axis/Radius or Suede in Old Town Scottsdale or the new hotel in Tempe, aloft. She is hoping to wrap up any possibilities by mid-week, so, if anything comes to mind, let her know by Wednesday.
Christine K. BaileyFreelance Writer for SWM&E
Email: christine.bailey@cox.net
Phone: 602.410.4506

DEADLINE TO ENTER THE 3RD ANNUAL ARIZONA EVENT INDUSTRY AWARDS EXTENDED TO THIS FRIDAY, APRIL 10!

noreply@blogger.com (ISES AZ) — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 17:36:00 +0000

The Arizona Industry Awards, the ZONIES, are back! Don’t wait until the last minute this year, start thinking now!

Remember the awards are open to ALL in the event/hospitality industry in the state of Arizona - you do not need to be an ISES member to enter.

Events must have occurred in the state of Arizona, and your business must reside here as well. Events that took place January 1, 2008 through December 31, 2008 are eligible for entry. The categories range from special occasions to corporate events, festivals to sports events, lighting, rentals, catering, non-profits - you name it!

Do not be left out - you might just win a ZONIE!

And the categories are...
Best On Premise Catering
Best Off Premise Catering
Best Use of Rental Equipment
Best Event Decor
Best Event Marketing Campaign
Best Lighting/Technical Production
Best Logistical Achievement
Best Entertainment
Best Fair /Festival
Best Social Event-Budget Under $25,000
Best Social Event-Budget Over $25,000
Best Non-Profit Event-Budget Under $25,000
Best Non-Profit Event-Budget Over $25,000
Best Corporate Event-Budget Under $25,000
Best Corporate Event-Budget Over $25,000.

All entries will be due by Friday, April 10, 2009 at 5pm, no extensions will be granted!

Don't forget to mark your calendars! The 3rd Annual Arizona Event Industry Awards will take place on Wednesday, May 13, 2009 at the Hotel Valley Ho.

Tickets will go on sale this week!

Awards Partners:
AV Concepts
BBJ Linen
Creative Event Rentals
First Choice Awards
Hotel Valley Ho
Night Groove Band
Pacific Event Productions
Quest Drape
Southwest Meetings & Events Magazine
Table Tops Etc.
Tri Rentals/Chameleon Chair

If you have any questions about the 2009 ZONIES, please contact Brianna Patterson at brianna@creativeeventrentals.com.

Click Here to Download Rules & Entry Form

Join us this week at the ISES April Meeting with David Merrell

noreply@blogger.com (ISES AZ) — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 00:42:00 +0000

You may register on site after Monday March 30th

Agenda
5:30pm: Registration, Networking
6:00pm: Dinner
6:15pm: Welcome
6:20pm: Introductions
6:35pm: Speaker
7:35pm: Questions
7:45pm: ISES Announcements
8:00pm: Evening Ends

Click Here to Register
MASTER SERIES: An Evening with David Merrill of An Original Occasion -“Walking the Tight Rope Between Creativity and Profitability”First, experience an event unlike any other - at the warehouse homes of both Kool Party Rentals and Shadow Mountain Productions! Dinner will be provided by Special Moments Catering and Events with beverage service by Pourmasters. And catching it all on camera will be Kelvin Photography!

Spend the evening with David Merrell! When David Merrell founded An Original Occasion (AOO) Events in 1989, his vision was to design and produce personalized and original events. “All truly special events,” Merrell says, “demand a customized approach in order to fully achieve the client’s vision and purpose.” It is this philosophy that has positioned AOO Events as one of the most reputable event design and production firms in Southern California.

Merrell, a native of Cleveland, moved to Los Angeles in 1983 and he worked in a sales and marketing capacity in various industries before finding his niche in special events. Combining a creative eye with sales savvy, Merrell immediately excelled in the event industry. AOO Events fast became the special event company of choice for clients ranging from former President Ronald Reagan to Warner Brothers Studios. Since 1999, AOO Events has won seven Gala Awards, the event industry’s highest honor. The awards were for Best Corporate Event in 1999 and 2000. In 2002 the fourth Gala Award and an Esprit Award was won in the Best Décor category for the movie premiere event for “John Q”. Again, AOO Events won the coveted Gala Award for Best Décor in 2003 and 2004. AOO Events recently won the 2007 Esprit Awards for Best Décor for an Individual Recently, AOO Events co-designed a series of events that was awarded a Crystal Site Award for best Multiple-Day Incentive Program at the ITME show. Dave was also nominated in 2003, 2004, 2005, and 2006 and this year, 2007 won a Spotlight award for the “Designer of the Year” from Event Solutions Magazine. AOO Events has also just been nominated for “Event Company of the Year” by Event Solutions Magazine. Today, AOO Events produces events not only in Southern California, but worldwide.

Merrell is the former President of the Greater Los Angeles Chapter of the International Special Events Society (ISES), and has served in numerous positions of international boards of ISES. A former member of Special Events Magazine’s Advisory Board, Merrell is regularly featured and quoted in numerous trade and consumer publications and is a popular industry speaker both nationally and internationally. Merrell’s current office is located in Hollywood, California.
Join David as he delves into “Walking the Tight Rope Between Creativity and Productivity”…
Every Producer, Designer and Owner understands the fine line we walk every day between creativity and profitability. When do you re-invent the wheel and when do you address realistic budgetary expectations? Are you over designing the project? What are your client’s true expectations? And can you make a profit within their budget? No matter how fabulous the design, if you’re not making money you won’t be in business for long! Walk away with a whole new take on the war between designers and bean counters. Find out if you’re a right brain or left brain personality and how it effects your work and your business.
Click Here to Register

Thank you to our April Partners:
Venues/Decor - Kool Party Rentals/Shadow Mountain Productions
Catering - Special Moments Catering
Drape - Quest Drape
Beverage Service - Pourmasters
Photography - Kelvin Photographer
Speaker - David Merrell of AOO Events
Cost: $20 for student members, $40 for members, $50 for non-members if registered by Monday, March 29. Registration increases $10 after Monday, March 29 -- and at the door.

Don't Forget to Enter Your Event and Register for the Zonies!

noreply@blogger.com (ISES AZ) — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 02:15:00 +0000

THE THIRD ANNUAL ARIZONA EVENT INDUSTRY AWARDS (THE ZONIES) ARE NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS

March 10, 2009 – Phoenix, Arizona: The third annual Arizona Event Industry Awards – the Zonies – are now accepting applications. The winners will be announced at the Arizona Industry Awards Gala on May 13, 2009 at the Hotel Valley Ho in Scottsdale.

Award categories include:
Best On Premise Catering
Best Off Premise Catering
Best Use of Rental Equipment
Best Event Décor
Best Event Marketing Campaign
Best Lighting/Technical Production
Best Logistical Achievement
Best Entertainment
Best Fair/Festival
Best Social Event, Budget Under $25,000
Best Social Event, Budget Over $25,000
Best Non-Profit Event, Budget Under $25,000
Best Non-Profit Event, Budget Over $25,000
Best Corporate Event, Budget Under $25,000
Best Corporate Event, Budget Over $25,000

While you do not need to be a member of ISES Arizona to enter, each entrant must be a member of the event & hospitality industry in the state of Arizona and have an Arizona address. The event must also have occurred within the state of Arizona between January 1-December 31, 2008. The format for entries that must be followed is specified on the application – entries must adhere to all rules. The entry deadline is 5:00 pm on Wednesday, April 8, 2009 and must include the $35.00 entry fee. Entries should be delivered or mailed to Brianna Patterson, Creative Event Rentals, 2850 S. 36th Street, Suite 7, Phoenix, AZ 85034.

More information, including the Rules and the Checklist, can be found at http://www.isesaz.com/subcontent.aspx?SecID=79. For further information, please contact Brianna Patterson at Brianna@creativeeventrentals.com or at 480-840-0202. Tickets for the Arizona Industry Awards Gala on May 13, 2009 will be available beginning April 6, 2009.

What is ISES?The International Special Events Society is comprised of over 4,000 professionals associated among 41 chapters world wide who work in the special events industry as event planners, caterers, decorators, florists, destination management companies, rental and production companies, tent suppliers, audio-visual technicians, party and convention coordinators, hotel and convention managers, entertainers and much more. ISES provides education and networking to its members to promote professionalism in the special events industry.

Imagine This

noreply@blogger.com (ISES AZ) — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 02:05:00 +0000

Don't forget about the IMAGINE Industry Happy Hour details are below.
IMAGINE Happy Hour

NEW Date: Thursday, April 2, 2009

Time: 5 pm - ?

The Place To Be: Sandbar
10050 N Scottsdale Rd (Scottsdale & Gold Dust – North of Doubletree; South of Shea)

It's time we had a bit of fun! Hope to see you there.

You must be a member of the Imagine AZ group to get details so invite your business friends to join our group.

Imagine AZ Facebook Group:
http://www.facebook.com/events.php#/group.php?gid=39004020795

Or for more information contact:
AMY PETROVSKY
SENSATIONAL EVENTS
Scottsdale: 602.696.4646
Northern AZ: 928.445.1199
Fax: 602.334.1446
Mailing Address: 16252 North 49th Place Scottsdale, Arizona 85254

Visit:www.sensational-events.com

Don't Forget to Register for the March ISES Meeting

noreply@blogger.com (ISES AZ) — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 01:10:00 +0000

To Register: Click Here
GREEN.
Enjoy an evening that is GREEN from start to finish - and leave with tips that you can actually implement!In the Garden, Every Occasion Comes to Life…We invite you to join us at the Desert Botanical Garden and to discover the open-air pavilions, scenic courtyards and historic settings at the venue. Once you have seen the beauty of the Garden, you will know why it’s a “natural” for both business and social events.

Enjoy dinner by Atlasta Catering and Event Concepts- one of Arizona’s most innovative caterers! Serving Arizona since 1974, their team of culinary artists is ready to design and execute your event. Overseeing everything from cuisine and decor to entertainment, florals, and staffing, Atlasta Catering is based on integrity, quality products and services, and exemplary customer service.

And…check out BBJ’s brand new eco-friendly linens that were just released! These tablecloths are made entirely from recycled plastic bottles.

Then – listen to our expert speaker - Ira Mitchell-Steiman! Ira has more than 30 years of experience in the special events industry. He has been designing and lecturing coast to coast in the U.S., Caribbean, South America, India, Europe and Asia, which has given him a truly unique global perspective. Ira has been involved in corporate branding, stage design, entertainment coordination, costuming – you name it – and has been the recipient of numerous awards. Ira will be lecturing on…

To Register: Click Here

WHEN GREEN ISN'T GREEN.
Green is catching on. Corporations, individuals and special event firms are jumping to make themselves and their productions green or at least appear green. "Greenwashing" - the perception but not actuality of being green - is getting plenty of attention. The bigger challenge is getting a lot less attention - the determination of what is and isn't healthy for the environment...("green!"). Are natural fiber linens truly "green?" Is a wheat grass centerpiece a "green alternative?" Is fresh fruit an appropriate "green" option? See first-hand what is and what isn't green so that you can make your own educated socially responsible decisions!

Thank you to our March Partners:
Venue - Desert Botanical GardensCatering - Atlasta
Bar Service - TBA
Linens - BBJ Linens
Photography - TBA

Cost: $15 for student members, $35 for members, $45 for non-members if registered by Monday, February 2. Registration increases $10 after Monday, February 2 -- and at the door.

Agenda
5:30pm: Registration, Networking
6:00pm: Dinner6:15pm: Welcome, Introductions
6:20pm: Activity
6:35pm: Speaker
7:35pm: Questions
7:45pm: ISES Announcements
8:00pm: Evening Ends

To Register: Click Here

February Industry Announcements

noreply@blogger.com (ISES AZ) — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 16:49:00 +0000

3rd Annual Arizona Event Industry Awards – Entry Submission is Open!
You do not have to be an ISES member to enter – the Zonies are open to any and all in the event industry in Arizona! Events that occurred from January 1through December 31, 2008 are eligible for entry. Entry forms and details are on our website (www.isesaz.com) and ALL entries are due Wednesday, April 8,2009, no exceptions! The 3rd Annual Arizona Event Industry Awards will take place on Wednesday, May 13.

2nd Annual ISES AZ Golf Tournament is April 29th
Get ready to hit the links! Information regarding packages and entry forms are available online now (www.isesaz.com) – don’t wait to register and be left out!The tournament will take place on April 29th at Camelback Golf Club.

Certified Special Event Planner (CSEP) Designation
The CSEP designation is the hallmark of professional achievement in the special events industry. It is earned through education, performance,experience, and service to the industry, and reflects a commitment to professional conduct and ethics. Toby Indech and Charlene James have already express interest in pursuing this – if you too would like to find out more,please contact Melissa Jurcan at mjurcan@universityofphoenixstadium.com

Gilbert's Exquisite Villa Sienna to Host "Brides Give Back"

noreply@blogger.com (ISES AZ) — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 01:31:00 +0000

Brides and Grooms Alike To Attend Wedding Expo With a Charitable Twist

Brides and grooms to attend wedding expo in order to benefit A New Leaf's Faith House, a Valley domestic violence shelter, on Thursday, Feb. 19, 2009 at the beautiful Villa Siena, located at 890 W. Elliot Rd., Gilbert, AZ 85233.

MTV's Sarah Ralston of the "Real World: Hollywood" will be on hand as host for the evening and will in addition provide insight into the details of planning her own wedding.

Vendors who provide wedding-related services will showcase their talents to brides and grooms. Those among the vendors include Piece of Cake Desserts, Melissa Jill Photography and Beautiful Day Films. Courtesy of these vendors, and others, guests will have the chance to bid on exceptional wedding packages including honeymoon suites at the Hotel Valley Ho and Fairmont Scottsdale Princess hotels, floral bouquets, photography packages, bridal accessories, et cetera.

All attendees will be welcomed by mouth-watering hors dourves, delectable desserts and the sounds of DJs and musicians who specialize in the art of wedding entertainment.

Recessionista brides and their accompanying grooms can set the price for the wedding day services they desire through a silent and live auction. All funds raised from the auctions and expo entry will be directly donated to Faith House.

Those wishing to purchase tickets and for further details on the event should visit http://www.bridesgiveback.com/. Entry to the event is priced at only $15.

About the Faith House
A New Leaf's Faith House, established in 1974, offers a safe haven for families facing the horrors of domestic violence. With an emergency shelter open 24 hours a day, women find the hope and strength they need to break the cycle of abuse. Faith House services include a crisis hotline, safe housing, meals, case management, childcare, parenting education and life-skills classes. Between the Emergency and Transitional Shelter and their Victim Outreach program, Faith House serves more than one thousand victims of domestic violence every year, empowering these women to not just survive but achieve independence and success. For additional information, please visit http://www.faithhousearizona.com/.

Contact: Hannah Dixon; (480) 205-9131; hannah@thewhub.com

Teambuilding Stadium Style

noreply@blogger.com (ISES AZ) — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:34:00 +0000

Event Planners – interested in taking part in the new teambuilding packages at University of Phoenix Stadium? Join Global Spectrum, Centerplate and 360 Teambuilding on Feb. 18th at our showcase! RSVP/Questions to Storey Pryor at spryor@universityofphoenixstadium.com or (623) 433-7126.

Valentine's Day Business Opportunity

noreply@blogger.com (ISES AZ) — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:33:00 +0000

A Living Statue is needed for an Italian Cocktail/Concert on Saturday, February 14th. The statue can be dressed in character, Venus, Romeo & Juliet, Cassanova etc… to go with the Valentine’s evening theme. Please call Katalina @ 480.451.8742

Business Opportunity for ISES Members

noreply@blogger.com (ISES AZ) — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 14:44:00 +0000

Eric Luoma is looking for entertainers, musicians and massage/pedicure services for hire/free/great deal during all MLB Spring Training games at Scottsdale Stadium in the Scottsdale Charro Lodge this season. The Lodge is a premium section that holds 550 people, where individuals and corporations pay $100 - $150 per game to enjoy it from a luxury perspective with full food and beverage service included. The Charros organization is looking to step up the premiums for the paying customers; this could be a good intro of a service provider.
The theme of the area is a beach theme, they are looking for steel drums, and guitarists etc, for a couple hours on each the following dates.

February 26th & 27th
March 1st, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 11th, 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 19th, 21st, 23rd, 26th, 27th, 29th and 30th
April 1st

If you are interested, contact Eric at ejluoma@flowershop.com or at his office at (480) 368-4389

Spotlight! Arizona Returning June 17

noreply@blogger.com (ISES AZ) — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 23:47:00 +0000

Spotlight! 2009- Registration is Now Open!

Event Solutions Awards - VOTE BY MONDAY!

noreply@blogger.com (ISES AZ) — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 23:25:00 +0000

Please support our members that are finalists in the Event Solutions Spotlight Awards - voting closes this MONDAY, January 26!

http://www.event-solutions.com/spotlight/vote/

- Catering Company: Centerplate at University of Phoenix Stadium – Chef Sean Kavanaugh
- Event Planner of the Year – West: Erin Brin Schneiderman of the Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee
- Event Planner of the Year – West: Kerrell Farmelant of the next great event
- Event Producer: Lori McAllister of M Group Scenic Studios
- Event Supplier: Stefanie Lerner of Encore Creative
- Rental Company of the Year: Brady Castro of The Gorilla Companies
- Rental Company of the Year: Mitch Kelldorf of Sculptware
- Rising Star Female: Brianna Patterson of Creative Event Rentals
- Rising Star Female: Reagan Richards of Encore Creative
- Samaritan Service: Jack Weiner of Kool Party Rentals
- Technical Support Company of the Year: Shadow Mountain Productions represented by Matt Farmelant
- The Robert Bottoms Stage Set Design: Lori McAllister of M Group Scenic Studios
- The Robert Bottoms Stage Set Design: Bill Danner of Shadow Mountain Productions

Thank You to our January ISES Meeting Sponsors

noreply@blogger.com (ISES AZ) — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 23:26:00 +0000

A huge thank you goes out to F1 Race Factory for hosting our January ISES Meeting! In addition – thanks to our speakers:
Kim Gartner – SW Conference Planners
Mike Sawyer – Sports University
Sarah Shneider – Vestar Developments
Richard Martin – ProEM.

And last – thanks to our great photographer Eric Bahr for capturing it all on camera!

Click here to view images from the event or visit:
http://www.photoreflect.com/pr3/thumbpage.aspx?e=4428991

Make this the year for your business to target the Hispanic market.

noreply@blogger.com (ISES AZ) — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 23:22:00 +0000

This announcement comes from ISES member Katalina Gomez.

NETWORK NATURALLY. For Latins & Latin Lovers: SCOTTSDALE LATIN GROUP (ISES member Katalina Gomez) celebrates, educates, preserves & passes on the Latin culture via different types of events.
Contact Katalina @ kgomez10@cox.net for more details.

SOMOS ASI! CONCERT SERIES: Upscale Cocktail Concert Events coming up: FEBRUARY 14, 2009 @ 6:30PM Contemporary Italian Concert/Cocktail

VALENTINE'S DAY - FRIENDSHIP DAY LOCATION: Private elegant Tuscan style home in Scottsdale WHO: SINGLES and couples Don't make other arrangements. This is THE place to celebrate Love & Friendship. Romance defined via LIVE music, food, ambiance & activities. There are many kinds of loves & we all love certain people or something. Come if you HAVE a love. Come if you BELIEVE in love. We'll celebrate & share the sentiment of love & friendship. And if you ARE one of those praying for love - maybe you'll even find it this night.
Contact: 480.246.7740 scottsdalelatingroup@gmail.com

FEBRUARY 28, 2009 @ 6:30PM Andean Cocktail/Concert CELEBRAMOS LO ANDINO! LOCATION: Private elegant Tuscan style home in Paradise Valley WHO: ALL AGES Experience the beautiful, mysterious Authentic music & wonderful food of the South American Andes mountain region. We'll have a speaker & other surprises. Contact: 480.451.8742 - 480.246.7740 scottsdalelatingroup@gmail.com.

Wine Women & Shoes - Jan. 22-24

noreply@blogger.com (ISES AZ) — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 23:14:00 +0000

Our fellow ISES member, Katie Hamilton of the Napa-Sonoma Chapter, invites you to attend this event. This event will be benefiting the Sojourner Center, which raises awareness and funds for women overcoming the impact of domestic violence and will be taking place at the Wrigley Mansion.

For more information visit: http://www.winewomenandshoesaz.com/

The ZONIES Are Back!!!

noreply@blogger.com (ISES AZ) — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 15:54:00 +0000

3rd Annual Arizona Event Industry Awards - THE ZONIES > Call for Entries!

The Arizona Industry Awards, the ZONIES, are back! Don’t wait until the last minute this year, start thinking now! Remember the awards are open to ALL in the event/hospitality industry in the state of Arizona - you do not need to be an ISES member to enter.

Events must have occurred in the state of Arizona, and your business must reside here as well. Events that took place January 1, 2008 through December 31, 2008 are eligible for entry. The categories range from special occasions to corporate events, festivals to sports events, lighting, rentals, catering, non-profits - you name it! Do not be left out - you might just win a ZONIE!

And the categories are...Best On Premise Catering, Best Off Premise Catering, Best Use of Rental Equipment, Best Event Decor, Best Event Marketing Campaign, Best Lighting/Technical Production, Best Logistical Achievement, Best Entertainment, Best Fair /Festival, Best Social Event-Budget Under $25,000, Best Social Event-Budget Over $25,000, Best Non-Profit Event-Budget Under $25,000, Best Non-Profit Event-Budget Over $25,000, Best Corporate Event-Budget Under $25,000, Best Corporate Event-Budget Over $25,000.

All entries will be due by Wednesday, April 8, 2009 at 5pm, no extensions will be granted!And then – mark your calendars! The 3rd Annual Arizona Event Industry Awards will take place on Wednesday, May 13, 2009. More details will be announced soon. If you have any questions about the 2009 ZONIES, please contact Brianna Patterson at brianna@creativeeventrentals.com.

Click Here to Download Rules & Entry Form

Wedding Open House at SASSI

noreply@blogger.com (ISES AZ) — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 02:42:00 +0000

WEDDING OPEN HOUSE at SASSI!
Saturday, January 24, 2009
11am-2pm

http://www.sassi.biz/

SASSI is a celebration of the best of Southern Italy in a stunning restaurant in north Scottsdale, Arizona. This fine dining experience transports you to the hospitality of an Italian farmhouse which has flourished into a classic villa in every sense of the word. In our restaurant's gracious setting, a bounty of the freshest local ingredients is masterfully transformed by our culinary team into an Italian feast for all senses.Whether just enjoying a relaxing night out on the patio, hosting a private event or celebrating a specialoccasion, consider SASSI your place to get away from it all.

Event Solutions and Catersource Discount & Info

noreply@blogger.com (ISES AZ) — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 02:41:00 +0000

The 2009 Event Solutions and Catersource Conference & Tradeshow in Las Vegas will bring you even more education, exciting speakers, new products, networking events and learning opportunities than ever before. Get ready, it’s going to be big! ISES AZ members can get a $50 discount on registration by entering the promo code “ISES2009” when registering for the show. To register, go here.

Choose from more than 150 education sessions covering everything from corporate events to association & non-profit planning’ social events, to design & innovation, to business & strategy. Earn certificates in event planning to enhance your credibility with potential clients or employers, give you a competitive edge and help you create manageable goals for your career and events. >> More about education

Hosting more than 7,000 attendees and 1,000 tradeshow booths, this is the biggest show in the events and catering industry. Hot events, from our signature Fabulous Showcase event to the Spotlight Awards, honoring the best in the industry, Event Solutions’ events allow you to network, experience new ideas in action and have a blast during our week in Sin City. >> More about events

Download the full Event Solutions Conference & Tradeshow guide now! Or, visit event-solutions.com for more information.

ISES December Half Yearly Membership Drive

noreply@blogger.com (ISES AZ) — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 17:38:00 +0000

It’s time for the December Membership Drive and it’s so easy to become a member of ISES AZ! Go online and save on membership December 1-31! You’re just 5 clicks away from becoming a part of a phenomenal worldwide network of event professionals, and amazing event educational opportunities! As an ISES member, you will be linked with the best in the event industry!

1. Go to www.ises.com
2. Click on the “Skip to ISES.com” square
3. Click on “Join” in the upper right hand corner of the website. You can also click on “Join ISES” in the Quick Access box on the right side of the page
4. Click on “ISES USA” [or corresponding country/student] in the Membership Application box on the right side of the page
5. Proceed through the Steps to become a member

That’s it! That’s how easy it is to become a member.
The $50.00 initiation fee is waived when you sign up online.

If you join during the December Membership Drive – attending the January meeting is FREE! In addition, if you are already an ISES member and you recruit a new member during the drive – you are invited to attend the January meeting free as well!

If you have questions about the process or would like to learn more about membership, contact Jack Weiner, VP of Membership, at jack@koolpartyrentals.com.

Call for Presentations for ISES Eventworld

noreply@blogger.com (ISES AZ) — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 18:48:00 +0000

In an effort to continue to provide education that enhances and improves ISES Eventworld® attendee experiences, ISES continuously searches for presenters from a broad range of backgrounds.

If you are interested in presenting at ISES Eventworld® 2009 please submit your presentation proposal on www.ises.com on or before January 5, 2009 .

CLICK HERE to begin!

Topics must be relevant to one of the following special events industry professional segments:

Evaluators - This group is comprised of business owners, partners, or those who hold an upper-level management position within their company. They seek advanced industry education as well as non-event training related to their business.

Executers - This group is comprised of event professionals with more than 5 years of experience who manage the day to day events operations. They seek technical and experiential training.

Knowledge Seekers - This group is made of individuals new to the events industry who are looking for a well-rounded education in the foundation of the industry, events experience, and to create a personal network.

Original presentations preferred; Presentations not given within the last six months may also be considered.

Proposals may be submitted by individuals or by groups of up to three presenters.

Questions? If you have questions about this Call for Presentations, please email info@ises.com.
We appreciate your support and encourage you to submit an abstract for ISES Eventworld® 2009!