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A Message from Matt

2015 is off and running like nothing we have ever seen. Thanks to our Operations department, along with the rest of the team running support, we have handled three times as many programs as usual. Special thanks to Paige, Jenn, and Marcie for doing most of the heavy lifting. Since we last left you, we have added to our team. Kim Derr is now a full time Operations Assistant, Aimee Nobleza is our L.A. team's new Sales and Operations Assistant, and our newest hire Taryn Devich is making my life easier as Executive Administrative Assistant...

Event Spotlight: A Rewarding Day in Los Angeles

Here's a great case study from a recent Los Angeles corporate event we operated out of the Ritz-Carlton Marina Del Rey in February. The day of events kicked off with our Operation Green Thumb philanthropic teambuilding activity, where participants worked together to create portable gardens that were donated to a local school. After an afternoon full of teamwork and corporate social responsibility, it was time for...

Super People: Los Angeles GM Wins Top Honors

Congratulations to Los Angeles General Manager Geraldine Caedo, who was just named The Event Team's Full Time Employee of the First Quarter. Geraldine, a 21 year Los Angeles resident, came on board in 2014, bringing with her nearly a decade of hospitality and destination management industry experience. Under her leadership the L.A. office has grown leaps and bounds in an impressive few months' time. "I have a genuine affinity for leadership and management," said Geraldine. "I believe very much in both empowering and challenging staff...."

Event Spotlight: At Play in Palm Desert

Our fabulous Operations Team just wrapped up an extensive corporate event out of the JW Marriott Palm Desert. Entertainment enhancements were the name of the game for the opening reception, as our clients selected a "Music Fest" theme to coincide with their special celebrity guest performer...

Giving Back: TET to Donate Books for Booked Business

For those of you who haven't heard about our annual give-back program, The Event Team has committed to donating a brand new book to our local Boys and Girls Club for every piece of business we book this year. We know it's just a small gesture, but we want our clients to know that a vote of confidence in The Event Team translates to a greater commitment to our community. If the first quarter is any indication of how successful this project will be (89 programs on the books so far), we can't wait to read the final tally! Special thanks to the Boys and Girls Clubs of America for their amazing work and partnership.

Event Spotlight: An Adventure through Disneyland

The Event Team takes pride in customizing our teambuilding programs to meet the specific goals of each client. Sometimes the goal is quite simple, like: squeeze as much fun as possible out of a few hours at the happiest place on Earth.

Last month, our Laguna Beach group of 110 pax crushed that goal with a action-packed Photo Rally through Disneyland. Upon departure from Surf and Sand Resort, the group was...

In the Spirit of Craft Cocktails

Move over, craft beer! Custom cocktails are making their mark on the event scene. Get in the spirit and read about all the ways specialty bars and themed beverage service can make your event a mouthwatering success...