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ISES Northern California Chapter Newsletter

September 2011 Issue #33
In This Issue
September Meeting
Industry Buzz
Member to Member Program
Program Package
Strategic Partners
Welcome New Members
Join Our Mailing List
Upcoming Meetings 
 
September 20, 2011

Laurent Studios

470 Alabama St.

San Francisco, CA94110

 

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ISES International
  

It's all about the benefits!

 

ISES Affinity Programs allow ISES members to take advantage of savings on high-quality products & services while simultaneously supporting the efforts of the Society. These programs offer members competitive pricing and special savings on a variety of premier products and services. Click here to learn more about the great offers for ISES members. 

CSEP CORNER 
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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.

Click here to start the process today!
 
Tip of the Month 

 

Don't miss out on the Pre-Paid Education Program Package for the year!

 

Click here for more information.

 

Quote of the Month 

 

"If it wasn't hard everyone would do it...the hard is what makes it great!"

 

-Tom Hanks,  A League of Their Own

New Board and Blog!

 

Click here to check out your 2011-2012 board of directors.

 

We've launched the ISES-NCC blog where you can connect with other members and share industry news. Check out the first post from this year's chapter president, Valerie Hopple by clicking here.

Job Postings

 

Job Title: Sales & Production Associate here to view PDF)
 

Company: Innovative Entertainment
 

Contact Name: Peter Berliner- peter@inn-entertainment.com

Program and Event Request for Proposal (RFP) 2011-2012

The International Special Events Society Northern California Chapter is gearing up to plan its chapter events for the 2011-2012 year, and as always, we are asking for our supplier members' assistance in obtaining sponsors for these programs. 

 

WHY SPONSOR AN EVENT? Sponsors enjoy the exposure that comes with marketing our events to over 200 members, as well as to over 2500 non-member event industry professionals in the Bay Area. As a sponsor, you are able to exclusively showcase your products and services to potential clients at each meeting. 
If you are interested in sponsoring an upcoming program click here

 

SEARCH Foundation BOD Nominations

The Nominations Committee of the SEARCH Foundation announces its call for Board of Directors nominations for terms running from January 1, 2012 -December 31, 2013. There are currently five (5) Board of Directors openings.

 

Click here for more information

 


President's Letter September 2011

Val

Greetings!

 

Wow, where does time go.  We are already into September and I'm sure you are all very busy with upcoming events this fall season.  The Board of Directors had an amazing time at Eventworld in St.  Louis.  We learned so much and we can't wait to share all of it with you.

 

I want to take a moment to say congratulations to all the Esprit Winners from Eventworld.  Winners include AT&T Park, Hartmann Studios, Cappa & Graham, McCall's Catering and Events of Distinction.  Also, I can't forget to say congratulations to Linda Thompson of Cappa & Graham for being award the Mettle Attitude Award and Gwen Helbush of Where to Start Wedding and Event Management for being awarded the International Volunteer of the Year.  What a huge achievement for all of you. 

 

Have you signed up for the September 20th meeting?  It's being held at the beautiful Laurent Studios and Rich Sweeney will be joining us to speak on sales.  Rich is an amazing speaker and you won't want to miss this program.  If you haven't signed up, click here.

 

Don't forget to join a committee this year. We have five different committees with openings.  From Programs and Education, to being a guest writer for our new blog to being part of the Hospitality committee.  This is a great way to network, meet new people and most all be part of a great organization.  Click here to read more about all the committee opportunities. 

 

Take care and I hope to see you all on September 20th.


Valerie Hopple
President, ISES-NCC

September Meeting

 

Leveraging Your Strengths and Creating a Sales Roadmap to Success

 

Join ISES-NCC for our first meeting of the ISES calendar year for valuable insight into the sales process and how to play to your personal strengths.

 

With technological advances, selling is recognized more as a science than an art.  The selling process is definable, predictable and sustainable.  Insights are provided into the specific knowledge your organization needs to consistently achieve better top and bottom line results.  There is a method to know to whom you are selling and how to best articulate market differentiators and added value.

 

Following Rich Sweeney's session, put your newly improved skills to use as you enjoy lunch in the incredible open art studio.

 

Click here for more info and to register for the event!

Industry Buzz

 

Congrats to our Chapter's 2011 Esprit Award Winners!

  

Spririt of Excellence Award:

 

Mettle Attitude Award

Linda Thompson, CMP

Cappa & Graham, San Francisco

 

International Volunteer of the Award

Gwen Helbush, CWC

Where to Start Wedding and Event Management, Newark, Calif.

 

Esprit Award:

 

BEST ISES TEAM EFFORT (over $200,000)

"Going Big Fast"

Sara Hunt, CSEP, AT&T Park

Moises Navarro, Hartmann Studios

Anna Spraungel, McCalls

Linda Thompson, CMP, Cappa & Graham Inc.

 

BEST CREATIVE SOLUTION

"Going Big Fast!"

Sara Hunt, CSEP, AT&T Park

 

BEST EVENT DESIGN/DECOR (under $25,000)

"Chinoiserie Chic"

Joyce Scardina Becker, CMP, Events of Distinction/Cal State University East Bay

Member to Member Benefit Program

 

In an effort to give back to our members and create added membership value, the ISES Northern California Membership committee would like to reintroduce the ISES Northern California Member-to-Member Benefit Package for the second year. By design, this program gives members hard dollar discounts while at the same time drives business back to our membership.

 

For more information, click here if you are interested in participating fill out the commitment form and email it to Josiline Shanahan by October 3, 2011. If you have questions about this Member Benefit Program, feel free to contact Josiline Shanahan, VP of Membership.

 

ISES-NCC Pre-paid Educational Program Package

 

In an effort to give back to our members and create an added membership value, the ISES Northern California is offering over 25% savings for members who pre-pay the year's Educational Meetings in advance. This exclusive ISES-NCC Member benefit will include 5 educational programs-September 2011, November 2011, January 2012, March 2012, and May 2012 for one low price of $200.00 - a $75 savings for the year's events!

 

Click here to sign up for the Pre-paid Education Program Package. If you have any questions regarding this program please contact Kelvin Nanney.

 

To take full advantage of this offer you must sign up before the September meeting so be sure to sign up before it is too late!!!

Strategic Partners

Platinum Partners

Classic

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Gold Partners  

 

 

Silver Partners

   

   

 

Welcome New Members
 

Are you making the most of your Membership?

 

Every ISES-NCC Educational Program offers New Members a chance to get more information on their membership and a chance to meet other industry professionals at the Member Orientation.  The hospitality committee will gather a ½ hour before each meeting inviting new and existing members to discusses the benefits of our chapter. So if you are New Member hoping to meet new people or an existing member wanting a refresher course on the benefits offered, come check out the Member Orientation and meet your 2011-2012 VP of Membership and this year's Hospitality Committee.  If you have any questions about your membership please feel free to contact me at Josiline@cappa-graham.com. We look forward to seeing you!  

 

Please help me welcome the August New Members!

 

Bianca Widmark                 Student

Ava Ostrom - Shaper          VC Taskforce

Rosemary Mignano             Roe Venue

Rachel Petru                      The Contemporary Jewish museum