ISES April Meeting

April 18, 2007
Speaker: Ray Compton

Ray Compton has had, by his own admission, a very interesting life. After starting his professional career in sports journalism, he moved on to sports marketing stints with the Indiana Pacers, Indianapolis Ice hockey team, and the Indianapolis Colts. At every stop, Compton helped substantially increase attendance and awareness. In addition, Ray’s signature promotions made him the very popular public face of three successful organizations.

But behind Ray’s showman’s persona is a history of thoughtfully assessing a situation, devising a plan and solving a problem. And with the creation of Compton Strategies in early 2005, companies of all sizes are now taking advantage of Ray’s unique abilities.

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Chapter Leadership Elections

It is time to begin the election process to choose those leaders who will guide and direct ISES Indiana for the next 12 months, beginning on July 1, 2007. 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 ISES Indiana in a leadership position.

Please review the nomination election guidelines. We urge you to respond using this form. The deadline for nominations is April 17, 2007. Please take advantage of this opportunity to give input to the Nominating Committee.

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PACE Winners

Congratulations to the 2006 PACE winners!!!

Special Thanks to EYE On You Phototography for the great PACE photos.

Best ISES Team Effort
Budget under $50,000
-Thomas Caterers of Distinction
-Hoaglin Fine Catering
-JP Parker Company
-Impact Group, Inc.
-A Classic Party Rental
-Unfaded Memories, Inc.
-Markey's Rental & Staging
-Laurel Hall
-Chair Covers & Linens

Best ISES Team Effort
Budget $100,001 and over
-Eventful Marketing Solutions, Inc.
-Detail + Design
-Hoaglin Fine Catering
-Party Time Rental
-Event Lighting and Sound

Best Use of Catering
Budget under $5,000
-Thomas Caterers of Distinction

Best Use of Catering
Budget $20,001 and over
-Thomas Caterers of Distinction

Best Use of Catering
Buffet Presentation
-Thomas Caterers of Distinction

Best Use of Catering
Cakes & Specialty Desserts
-Thomas Caterers of Distinction

Best Not-for-Profit - Event with a Legacy
Budget $20,001 and over
-Damien Center

Best Technical Production
-Markey's Rental and Staging

Best Event Design Decor
Budget under $5,000
-Knox-Array Event Production

Best Event Design Decor
Budget $20,001 and over
-Detail + Design

Best Event Design Decor
Floral-Table Top Design
-Detail + Design

Best Marketing/Design Graphic
Budget $10,001 and over
-The Moreland Group, LLC

Best Corporate Event Planning
Budget $20,001-$100,000
-Detail + Design

Best Corporate Event Planning
Budget $100,001 and over
-Detail + Design

Best Social Event Planning
Budget $20,000 and under
-Knox-Array Event Production

Best Social Event Planning
Budget $20,001 - $100,000
-Detail + Design

Best Social Event Planning
Budget $100,001 and over
-Thomas Caterers of Distinction

Peer's Choice-Individual
This year the recipient of the Peers Choice Award for contributions by an individual was given to Tina Mahern of Tina Mahern Events. Her work on the PACE Committee was extensive and she was an integral part of the event’s success. In addition to her work on PACE, Tina was always available at the monthly meetings to help out in any way she could; whether it was selling raffle tickets or passing out flyers. Her enthusiasm and eagerness to contribute were evident throughout the year.

Peer's Choice-Company
This year the recipient of the Peers Choice Award for contributions by a company was given to A - Classic Party Rental. Whenever ISES Indiana needed rentals, A - Classic answered the call; from the first monthly meeting last July to the Education Conference to PACE. Their resourcefulness, flexibility and generosity have been unwavering.

The 2006 PACE entries were judged by the ISES Minneapolis-St. Paul Chapter.

A special thanks again to all members who entered a category and sponsored the event.

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Business Brilliance

Please join us at the 7th annual ISES Indiana “Business Brilliance” Special Event & Party Showcase

It's a party hosted by Indy's "brilliant" party people and you're invited! Come see, taste & experience first hand what some of Indy's finest Designers, Decorators, Caterers and other "Party People" have to offer as they showcase what's new & unique in the event & party industry. If you are an Event Manager, Meeting Planner or just love to plan parties, then this event is for you.

This is an open house-style event.
Attire: Come as you are!
Street parking is available surrounding the Indiana War Memorial on Vermont, Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Meridian Streets.

Ticket price is $15 in advance and $20 day of. Register Now

Wednesday May 2, 2007
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Indiana World War Memorial
431 N Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46204
For more information or tickets, please
contact ISES Indiana at:
(317)841-9525 or info@isesindiana.com

More information
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Sponsors:

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Other Meetings
ISES Cincinnati Meeting
Tuesday, April 17, 2007 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Join Michael Cerbelli for his fast-paced, highly visual, sight and sound extravaganza of Hot (and NEW) Event and Entertainment Ideas for 2007! A list of each idea and company contact information will be provided.

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May is THE Month to Join ISES

Join the International Special Events Society in May 2007 ONLINE for only $399!

Get 14 months of membership for the price of 12 months! PLUS you don't have to pay the $50 Application Fee!

This is an incredible savings!

Fill out the membership application at www.ises.com for instant membership!

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Your Logo on the ISES Indiana Website

Here’s your chance to support ISES Indiana AND get extra exposure for your company. Visit www.ISESindiana.com to easily include your logo (including a link to your website) in a growing list of website sponsors. Options are listed on the website.

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The Scoop

• Lee Johnson of Chair Covers and Linens was awarded the "Salesperson of the Quarter Award."
• A double congratulations goes out to Deanna Boyce of Eventful Planning on the arrival of her twin boys Andrew and Luke. The boys were born April 4, 2007.. a few weeks early but everyone is doing well. Congratulations Deanna and Tom!
• Monica Richard, Director of Sales for Wolfgang Puck Catering c/o IMA wants ISES members to know about the opportunity to join the area’s top event planners, designers and florists to create “tablescape” designs. This fantasy table event will be take place Sunday, February 24, 2008. Its called “The Art of the Table.” It’s a scholarship and education fundraiser in memory of event planner Betty Jackson. For more information please contact Monica at 317-920-2662 ext 235 or mrichard@ima.museum.

Please send interesting member news, achievements, job changes, etc. to ISES VP of Communications, Dave Strantz dave@innovativei.com.

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Download your ISES Member Logo

To download your ISES Member logo and the official logo usage policy, please click here . You will need your member ID number and password to access this section of the web site. (http://www.ises.com/source/security/member-logon.cfm)

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