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May

08

2013

Support ISES Live

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Become a “Partner of ISES Live”

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For $300 (cash only), you, your company or your ISES Chapter can show support for ISES Live 2013.

Produced by the International Special Events Society, ISES Live has been created to deliver an inspirational experience that will provide a platform from which to stimulate ideas and share knowledge with other creative professionals from around the world.

 

You will be listed as a conference partner in all printed and digital collateral beginning when payment is received through the final thank you in the ISES pages post conference section. For more information contact Melissa Jurcan at melissa@seafair.com

Apr

29

2013

ISES Ohio WOW Awards

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The 2nd Annual ISES Ohio WOW Awards took place on April 19th, 2013 at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland and were a huge success.

We’re proud to have hosted this year’s event and are looking forward to attending next year’s event in Cincinnati.

Click Here to see the event photos from Digital Photos by Dale.

Here are the winners:

Best Marketing- Design Collateral under $25,000
Ghost Light Productions, LLC
for: Cleveland Police Foundation Gala
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Best Marketing- Design Collateral over $25,000
Rock The House Entertainment Group
for: Rock Your Prom 2012
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Best Event Design- Décor under $25,000
FLOURISH bespoke floral & event styling
for: Sparkling Celebration
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Best Entertainment Production $25,000- $75,000
Something New Events
for: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductions 2012
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Best Technical Production
Rock The House Entertainment Group
for: Automated Packaging Systems 50th Anniversary
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Best Entertainment Production $25,000- $75,000
Class Acts Entertainment
for: 200Columbus Bicentennial Birthday Celebration
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Best Entertainment Production under $25,000
Zone Entertainment
for: Back to the Future: Part 4 (Edgewood High School Homecoming)
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Best Event Photography
Making the Moment Photography
for: Lauren & Kyle’s Wedding
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Best Event Support Services
Event Source Columbus
for: Pediatric Hospital Celebration
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Best Event with a Legacy
Ghost Light Productions, LLC
for: 9th Annual Into the Light Walk for Suicide Prevention
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Best Public Event
City of Dublin
for: Spooktacular
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Best Social Event $25,000- $75,000
Event Source
for: Peace Birthday
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Best Social Event over $75,000
Something New Events
for: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductions 2012
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Best Wedding under $25,000
Solus Lighting LTD
for: Downtown Contemporary
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Best Wedding $75,000- $200,000
Kirkbrides
for: New Year’s Eve Wedding
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Best Wedding over $200,000
Heidzillas Wedding Coordination
for: Amy & Steve’s “Epic” Wedding
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Best Event for a Non-Profit Organization $75,000- $200,000
Something New Events
for: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductions 2012
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Best Event for a Non-Profit Organization over $200,000
Nationwide Children’s Hospital
for: Nationwide Children’s Hospital
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Best Meeting- Conference Program over $250,000
Jobe & Associates
for: Puerto Rico 2012!
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Best Corporate Event $75,000- $200,000
Something New Events
for: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductions 2012
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Best Corporate Event over $200,000
Rock The House Entertainment Group
for: Saveguard Properties
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Best ISES Team Effort $25,000-$75,000
Event Source, Something New Events, & Everything Tented
for: Peace Birthday
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Best ISES Team Effort $75,000-$200,000
Cleveland Zoological Society, Event Source, Everything Tented, Rock The House Entertainment Group
for: ZippityZooDoo
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Best ISES Team Effort over $200,000
Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Event Source, Details and Florabunda Designs Inc.,Cameron Mitchell Catering, Class Acts Entertainment, Lasting Impressions Event Rental
for: Pediatric Hospital Grand Opening Weekend
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Apr

04

2013

FREE ISES WOW Tickets!

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Easy Way To Save $75

To win – e-mail ISESCLE@GMail.com with a few sentences on how ISES has helped your business.

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This contest is available to any ISES member. 6 winners will be chosen randomly leading up to the April 19th event at The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Tickets are a $75 value and include entertainment, dinner & networking. This is Ohio’s Event Industry party of the year. The ISES Ohio WOW! Awards are an opportunity for statewide recognition and to celebrate event professionals, and their events, in Ohio. To learn more about the ISES Ohio WOW Awards visit www.ISESOhioWOW.com

 

Apr

03

2013

Natalie Shugars – ISES WOW Awards

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Will I See You on 4/19?

I had the pleasure of attending my first ISES Awards show last year for the Ohio WOW Awards in Columbus. What a wonderful experience! I was new to ISES at the time. And just learning about the organization, and everything it has to offer a member. I have to say, I felt so welcomed. As the new kid on the block, I was introduced to so many people in our industry. It was an amazing event! What a great way to see the talents, and works of the best in Ohio, showcased under one roof. I feel that it truly benefited myself, and my company by giving us the opportunity to become familiar with others in our industry. The Wow Awards not only provided a great networking experience, but an inner connection between these top event professionals. It was amongst one of my top events I have attended so far. It really helped to kick things in gear for me. I have since experienced growth within ISES. I have become a member of the events committee, and a Director At Large for the Cleveland Board. My advise to anyone who is undecided about attending this event is, if you want to grow, and witness what ISES is all about, and has to offer, come get “WOW’d”!

Natalie Shugars
Sales Manager
Three Rivers Entertainment & Production

Mar

20

2013

Reflections of ISES at The Special Event

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Our chapter was so excited to travel to fellow midwest chapter, ISES Chicago.  We chuckled to ourselves when the email came out from headquarters regarding what to wear as we are used to the cold temps. here in Cleveland…. I am pondering if Spring will ever come!

ISES Cleveland was very well represented, having 8 board members in attendance.  It was great to hear from the other chapters in the roundtable discussion.  What is working for them and what isn’t working and how we, as a chapter and region, were able to give our input. We have monthly president calls, but being in the room with these individuals, we were able to produce some serious hail on that brainstorm!  Being on the board for the past 5 years, I have seen our chapter in many of the phases others are in.  I am fortunate to lead a strong chapter with many past presidents and current board members who returned to the board for another tour of duty.

While in Chicago I took time to reflect on what I could do in the remaining months as President to make our chapter stronger.  I want to keep our members connected and involved.  Our chapter strives at listening to our members and implementing the ideas they have.

I hope you see the value in your membership.  Many of the people in ISES are my creative partners (vendors), but more importantly they are my friends.  I can call them for ideas and lean on them in times of need.

My door is always open to listen to what you want out of your membership.  I hope you don’t feel that this is just a membership group to join but a true investment into your career and your future.

I look forward to The Special Event 2014 in Nashville, TN (yee-haw!).  I plan to stay an extra day to walk the show floor and attend more of the educational sessions that are offered.  If you can take a few days to attend I highly recommend it.  It is great to meet in person many of the people you interact with, follow on Twitter, or just to hang out with many of the talented individuals who make up the Events Industry!

Mar

20

2013

2013 Board of Directors Nominations

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It is time to begin the election process to choose those leaders who will guide and direct the ISES  for the next 12 months, beginning on July 1, 2013.  In accordance with our Bylaws and election guidelines, the Nominating Committee sends this “Call for Nominations” and Application to you to encourage you to nominate for consideration any individual who you feel would be an asset to  in a leadership position.

Please review the nomination election guidelines.  We urge you to respond on the form that follows.  The deadline for nominations is April 22, 2013.  Please take advantage of this opportunity to give input to the Nominating Committee.

NOMINATION/ELECTION GUIDELINES

1.        Any voting member of ISES, whose dues are current, may place into nomination the name(s) of any member(s) who joined ISES on or before December 31, 2012 including him/herself, to serve as an elected Officer or Director of the Chapter. Student members are not eligible.

2.        Each Director is elected for a two-year term, and each Officer serves a one-year term. Chapter-in-Formation Officers will serve two years.

3.        Members of the Board of Directors and Officers must attend chapter meetings and Board meetings.

4.        The Officer positions being elected for the one-year term beginning in July 2013 are:  President, President-Elect, VP of Membership, VP of Education/Programs, VP of Communications

5.        In addition, four (4) Directors, whose two-year terms begin July 1, 2013 are also being elected at this time.

6.        To place a member’s name into nomination, please complete the enclosed Nomination/Application Form and return it to the nominating committee.

Click Here For Additional Information 
Click Here For Nomination Application Form

Please return the Call for Nominations form to
ISES Cleveland

c/o Laura Hoffman

Cleveland Clinic

3050 Science Park Dr., AC 322

Beachwood, OH 44122

or isescleveland@gmail.com

Feb

28

2013

2013 CBC Magazine Connector’s Choice Awards

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by Amy Van Duyne

Last night as I joined 580 other attendees at the annual Connector’s Choice Awards in Cleveland, hosted by Cleveland Business Connects (CBC) Magazine, I couldn’t help but be a proud member of ISES Cleveland. It was such a joy to see so many event industry professionals be recognized as the best and brightest individuals and groups that represent the local corporate event-planning industry as well as the professional networking community. The encouragement from other ISES members as a nominated finalist for Networking Star of the Year, to the congratulations afterwards for winning Floral Design Company of the Year made me so proud.

Congratulations to the following ISES Member Finalists and Winners (in no particular order)
 
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Nominees

CCA NETWORKING STAR OF THE YEAR FINALISTS:
Amy Van Duyne (Neil Leeson Decor Floral) & Vincent Iannaggi (L’Nique Specialty Linen Rental)
CCA CORPORATE GOLF OUTING OF THE YEAR FINALISTS:
Deb Hermann, GhostLight Productions for Links for Life Tournament (Suicide Prevention Education Alliance, June 19, Little Mountain Country Club)
CCA NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION FUNDRAISER OF THE YEAR FINALISTS (MORE THAN $50,000 BUDGET):
Deb Hermann, GhostLight Productions for the Cleveland Police Foundation Gala (Police Foundation, Nov. 17, Renaissance Hotel)
CCA CORPORATE MEETING VENUE OF THE YEAR FINALISTS (NON-HOTELS):
Executive Caterers at Landerhaven & House of Blues Cleveland
CCA OFFSITE CATERER OF THE YEAR FINALISTS:
Executive Caterers at Landerhaven
CCA ONSITE CATERER OF THE YEAR FINALISTS:
Executive Caterers at Landerhaven
CCA FLORAL DESIGN COMPANY OF THE YEAR FINALISTS:
Blooms by Plantscaping, Executive Caterers Floral, Something New Events
CCA TRADE SHOW COMPANY OF THE YEAR FINALISTS:
Event Source, L’Nique Specialty Linen Rental
CCA EVENT RENTAL COMPANY OF THE YEAR FINALISTS: **THE ONLY ALL ISES FINALIST CATEGORY
Aable Rents, Be Seated, Event Source, L’Nique Specialty Linen Rental
CCA EVENT PRODUCTION COMPANY OF THE YEAR FINALISTS:
Event Source, Executive Caterers at Landerhaven, Rock The House Entertainment
CCA CORPORATE EVENT ENTERTAINER OF THE YEAR FINALISTS:
Rock The House Entertainment
CCA CORPORATE EVENT PLANNER RISING STAR OF THE YEAR FINALISTS:
Laura Hoffman (Cleveland Clinic), Stefanie Bitto (Rock Hall), Elizabeth Strong (Meredith Camp Events)
CCA CORPORATE EVENT OF THE YEAR FINALISTS:
Event Expo (Event Source, Oct. 4, House of Blues Cleveland), Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony (Rock Hall, April 14, Public Hall)
CCA NETWORKING RISING STAR OF THE YEAR FINALISTS:
Laura Hoffman (Cleveland Clinic), Elizabeth Strong (Meredith Camp Events)
Jan

28

2013

Be Educated, Be Inspired, Be Connected by Maureen Patterson

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Many of the ISES Cleveland Board Members took the opportunity to visit Chicago in January 2013 for the ISES Midwest Retreat, ISES Leadership Summit, and The Special Event. Each attendee is going to share their experice with you on our blog. If you are interested in learning more about TSE 2013, make sure to REGISTER HERE for our TSE In Review Event on February 19th, 2013. Here is Director at Large, Maureeen Patterson’s ISES Leadership & TSE 2013 experience:

Be Educated, Be Inspired, Be Connected

This phrase captures what ISES is all about.  This was evident throughout the leadership meetings, retreats, and sessions held before The Special Event.  Being new to the board of ISES Cleveland, I learned a lot from other chapters and leaders, had the pleasure of meeting members from across the globe, and have an excitement to help incorporate these ideas into our Cleveland chapter.
Throughout the Midwest retreat, we heard from several other chapters.  Some were struggling to keep their ISES chapters going.  The chapters who have been thriving offered wonderful ideas and tips on events and programming as well as how to communicate the value of ISES to their area.  Also, several international leaders made time to talk with these chapters to help them along the way.  Seeing so many people getting involved to help one another was moving.  This encouraged open ideas and a sense of community that can be difficult to find in the industry at times.

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We learned from these chapters and leaders different ways to keep ISES relevant and beneficial to newcomers as well as seasoned pros – locally, regionally, nationally, and globally.  I know the Cleveland chapter is eager to share all of this with you.  Join us and be educated, be inspired, be connected!

 

Jan

27

2013

Why Am I Here? – Matt Radicelli

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Many of the ISES Cleveland Board Members took the opportunity to visit Chicago in January 2013 for the ISES Midwest Retreat, ISES Leadership Summit, and The Special Event. Each attendee is going to share their experice with you on our blog. If you are interested in learning more about TSE 2013, make sure to REGISTER HERE for our TSE In Review Event on February 19th, 2013. Here is Director at Large, Matt Radicelli’s TSE 2013 experience:

“Why Am I Here?”

Why are you sitting and doing what it is that you’re doing right now?  This very moment… Whether you’re in a cubical quoting insurance, in a kitchen feeding a baby, or at a special events convention like me…

I’m fortunate that I’m able to visit The Special Event in Chicago this year. I’m a student of customer service, Karma & good will, and lord knows I do my best to keep my life balance in check; but the first seminar that I chose this morning was about “building the business you want to achieve the life balance you dream about.” with Tami Forero from http://www.forteevents.com.  Great Choice!

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My best takeaway is a simple concept that I feel strongly and passionate about: Every moment of your day you should ask yourself, “Do I love doing this? Am I good at it? Does it make me money?” It sounds simple right?  While I’m not suggesting that you quit your job selling insurance, leave your baby at home alone, or boycott that convention or workshop your boss sent you to… I am suggesting that your life balance is probably out of whack if you can’t say yes to all three of those questions. If you can say YES to all three, GREAT! Your life balance is probably in a good place. If you can’t say YES to all three,  get to work, write it on the wall, and make it happen!

So why am I here?

I love Special Events. I am good at them. They make me money.

Word.

Jan

14

2013

Why Join ISES?

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You Want In On This

Many of the ISES Cleveland Board members spent January 14th in Chicago before The Special Event learning ways to make our ISES Chapters even better. We asked attendees to say, in their own words, why you should join ISES. Here’s what they had to say:

The event industry is always evolving. ISES gives you the opportunity to stay on top of the trends and stay connected. -Rachel Fuller

Have several elevator speeches so that you can choose the right one that makes sense for the person you’re talking to.- Shannon Harris

ISES is a two way commitment that results in the speed of trust. Everyone is so willing to share, and everyone comes with an open minds Their preverbal “guard is down”, allowing the sharing ideas to happen faster, and more freely. – Matt Radicelli

Everyone should belong to a professional organization.  ISES is the perfect choice for any event pro!  Everyone working together to promote this amazing industry within each of our communities.  Building lasting relationships to help us grow, personally and professionally! - Vince Iannaggi

ISES is a great organization to expand your business network, promote creative thinking, and serve as a mechanism to help build trust and teamwork with other piers in the event industry.  Everyone has strengths and weaknesses and through a cooperative effort, everyone benefits.  Not only will your strengths help other ISES members but ISES is the perfect organization to work on your weaknesses.  ISES embraces the sharing of knowledge and through active participation personal and professional growth is sure to follow.  - Dale McDonald

ISES is one of the only event industry organizations that is truly global. In this day and age of uber-connectivity, having those global resources are becoming more and more prevalent and important” – Shannon Harris

ISES membership is the best way to grow your business through strength of diversity of ideas . - Deb Smythe Hermann

Becoming a committee or board member is a great way to hone your leadership skills. -Scott Pickel

ISES’s commitment to continuing the organizations position to remain relevant in the global market is amazingly valuable.  Wherever your events career may take you logistically, there are ISES members to collaborate with – either in person or or via the ISES Community. - Maureen Patterson

ISES embraces ALL aspects of the creative event industry which makes us standout from other professional societies.  - Laura Hoffman

Remember the Cool Kids Table at School? They were the best looking, the funniest, and had the best sneakers. ISES Cleveland is inviting you to the cool kids table. Hang with the most creative, passionate, and committed professionals in the event industry. Also, our sneakers are pretty cool too. – Nick Borelli