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SNEAK-PEEK! The Event Planners Association is finalizing a BRAND NEW logo and web site!
"LIKE" us on Facebook and Follow us on Twitter for updates about our launch!
 
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New Member Spotlight
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Hello EPA Members!
Have you ever wanted more control of your marketing assets?
The business cards, postcards and flyers that are so vital to reaching new clients?
I'd like to introduce Egency ... we're a new, online marketplace of professional designs for Wedding, Party & Event Planners, as well as a few other professions.
You just pick the design you like, customize it with our online editor, and select one of our top-quality printers - all from one marketplace. Re-orders from your account will be available, too. Currently, our marketplace is in "beta" with full launch expected late summer.
At this time, we'd like to offer one lucky EPA member a set of 500 business cards or flyers - whichever product you prefer, plus a design from our collection, and printing.
Just email the following address with the phrase "I'd like to try Egency!" and we'll respond to the winner. liz@egency.com
We're looking forward to meeting you!
Egency.com
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EPA MEMBERS SAVE BIG ON INSURANCE
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Still need insurance? EPA members get up to 10% off their premiums - just for being a member!
Call 866-380-3372 or
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EPA members get 40% off Constant Contact Event Marketing services AND 6 months of Survey FREE!
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Quote of the Week
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"If everyone is moving forward together,
then success
takes care of itself"
~ Henry Ford
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Greetings!
Have you ever been criticized? Ever had someone dislike you or your company? How about post something unflattering for all to see on the Internet? This seems to be a recurring theme this past week as several members have called or emailed me to discuss problems with clients, former employees and business associates. Each person expressed an emotional version of the following: "How could they think, say, write or do that?" I would be willing to bet you have had a similar experience, so let's talk about it...
Criticism. It hurts, I know. I've been there a few times. It has even kept me up at night ...thinking about how I should have responded, what I could have done differently, how I will address the situation and what I will do differently in the future.
Note: I'm talking about undeserved criticism here. If you make a mistake, fix it, apologize sincerely, and move on. It's when we are unjustifiably called on the proverbial carpet or targeted that our response tends to get tied up in emotional knots.
So what do you do when someone doesn't like you or your company?
First, realize when you put yourself out there in the world you WILL encounter criticism. Congratulations you are doing something noticeable!
Read the rest of my post on handling criticism here.
Educating yourself in your field and associating with other like-minded people will also help you deal with criticism so don't miss all of the amusement safety tips and info on terrific, upcoming industry events included below. Lots of exciting growth happening at the EPA - check out the new members and chapter information too!
Enjoy and as always, we would LOVE to connect with you on    .
Wishing you my very best,
Kim Kim Sullivan Senior Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer Event Planners Association ksullivan@eventplannersassociation.com www.eventplannersassociation.com
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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Inaugural Event Industry Golf Classic & "Non-Golfers Foodie Tournament" July 18, 2010
Get more into here.
What We Think:
ISES LA put this event together and we think it looks like a GREAT way to represent your industry association, have fun, network and raise money!
Bringing the Gift Basket, Floral, Balloon and Event Planning Industries together to help grow, unite and promote the gifting world to a higher level. Join EPA at Celebrate, August 4-7, 2011 at the Doubletree Hotel in Ontario, CA. Members get a 50% (WOW!) discount on registration. Check out the Celebrate inaugural event! Register HERE using promo code: EPA2011. What We Think:
We think this new show will provide a great opportunity for the different professions within the event industry to network and learn from each other. We look forward to meeting a whole new group of business owners.
If you're ready to take your event planning business to the NEXT Level, this three-day event will jump start your success like nothing before. Whether you are already running a wildly successful event planning business or just getting started, Uncensored! 2011 will deliver stellar education, inspiration, and networking. The Party Goddess is offering special pricing to EPA members. Register here using Priority Code: PARTY. What We Think: We can't wait for Uncensored! Marley delivers a no-nonsense, kick-in-the pants, "here's how you do it" kind of event. |
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AMUSEMENT SAFETY RESOURCES
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Safety Training Members have access to the EPA's nationally recognized, ride specific basic safety training series at no charge. Do you or your employees need a refresher course? EPA members can choose among inflatable, climbing wall and mechanical bull safety series. Members should simply EMAIL us with the series needed and the link(s) will be sent. Also note: AIR and Fun Pro offer insurance discounts for successfully completing the EPA training and testing series. Fun Pro also offers an EPA Member discount! All members and readers can download the EPA's Inflatable Pre-Operations Inspection Checklist HERE. Mechanical Bulls Need additional information on safely operating your mechanical bull? Our friends at Fun Pro have complied a Mechanical Bull Operator's safety guide. Click HERE to download. Our friends at Galaxy America provide discounts to EPA members. Call for details: 941-697-0324. Water Balls As you probably know  , the U.S. CPSC has issued a warning about water ball safety. We can tell you nearly all insurance carriers have put a hold on issuing policies to cover this equipment. We suggest you contact your provider to determine whether they have made changes to coverage. Water ball manufacturers are trying to work with the CPSC to address the concerns. See the U.S. CPSC Warning HERE. |
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GET INVOLVED IN AN EPA LOCAL CHAPTER!
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Chapters are being formed all over the country as we speak! The following cities have representatives in the process of getting local chapters underway:
AZ - Phoenix
AR - Little Rock
CA - LA, Orange County, Napa, San Francisco, Ventura
CO - Denver
FL - Palm Beach, Ft. Lauderdale, Fort Myers, Naples
GA - Atlanta
IL - Chicago
LA - New Orleans
MD -Baltimore
MI - Detroit
MO -Columbia
MS - Hattiesburg
NV - Las Vegas
NY - NY
PA - Philadelphia
TX - DFW, Houston
UT - Salt Lake City
District of Columbia
Want to be part of these dynamic teams or start a chapter in your community? Email us here.
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For more information on any of the subjects discussed in this newsletter please visit our website or call us at 866-380-3372. Join our communities:  Thank you for reading this edition of the EPA Advocate. Keep watching for great things to come! We look forward to working with you to provide the best products, services and support available for you and your company.
With Warm Regards,
Kim Sullivan
Senior Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer
Event Planners Association
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