ISES Indiana Main Event Newsletter

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Save the Date

Wednesday, August 20, 2003
ISES Day Trip to The Flower Barn in Lebanon Be sure to join us on August 20 for a fabulous half day of fun, networking and some floral education! ISES Indiana will take its second annual field trip, this year to The Flower Barn on Wednesday August 20th. The Flower Barn is located in a rural setting about 30 minutes north of Indianapolis in Lebanon, Indiana. From July through October the Barn is hung with over 70 varieties of beautiful flowers. All varieties are dried naturally in drying barns. We will begin with a walking tour of the gardens during which time The Flower Barn staff will describe and discuss the culture of the plants, while attempting to answer any questions. Then we will return to the barn for a delightful luncheon, expertly prepared just for us. Our hosts, Norm & Ginny Mazurowski, have a catering company as well, also called The Flower Barn. Following our lunch, we will have a short program and demonstration on the use and handling of dried floral materials. You’ll not only be able to watch, but you’ll be able to try your hand at making a dried floral arrangement as well!
Location	The Flower Barn 2685 Elizaville Road Lebanon, IN 46052 (Click here for directions.) www.theflowerbarn.net
Cost	$25 for members and $35 for non-members. (Price includes transportation, lunch and hands-on floral experience)
Time	9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Meet at 9 a.m. in the back parking lot of the Holiday Inn Select North
Transportation	Provided by The Perfect Wedding Guide
Click here to register online today!
Note: This is a walking outdoor tour, so be sure to wear casual clothes and comfortable walking shoes. The barn is not air conditioned but does have fans to provide a cool breeze.

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Business Brilliance & PACE awards approaching
Get your ideas and events ready. More information and entry applications are on their way!

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2003-04 ISES Event Schedule Announced
The Upcoming 2003-2004 Event Schedule for ISES Indiana
Mark your calendars!

Aug. 20 – Plan for a day trip to The Flower Barn in Lebanon
Sept. 17 – Food & Wine Pairings at 30 South Meridian (12th floor) from 5-7 p.m.
Oct. 15 – Luncheon Meeting from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Nov. 19 – Art Walk at the Harrison Art Center in the evening
Dec. 10 – MPI/ISES Join Holiday Luncheon Meeting at the
Scottish Rite Cathedral
Jan. 2004 – Business Brilliance at the Indiana Historical Society
Feb. 18 – Luncheon Meeting from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
March – PACE Awards
April 14 - Luncheon Meeting from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
May 19 - Luncheon Meeting from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
June 16 - Luncheon Meeting from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

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Get the VERVE!
Sensational speaker, Richard Aaron, CMP, CSEP, presented VERVE to members at July's ISES luncheon at the Marrott.

VERVE, which stands for Visualize, Energize, Ready the plan, Validate, and Expect the impossible, was just a part of what was presented to guests. Other topics included:

The most important element in event planning is YOU; you are the main asset that gets the show on the road.
How to build your production team
Trends of 2003.
How to use the five "W's"
Get the event the ROI it needs
Creating themes and using décor elements with sizzle.

Don’t miss out on the valuable education and training that you can get this year by attending ISES Indiana meetings and events. Remember to mark your calendar for the Flower Barn field trip for August 20, 2003, so that you don’t miss the next opportunity to make your business grow!

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CPD Update

August 9-12, 2003
Location	Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota
This is the industry standard event for improving your proficiency and knowledge, and inspiring innovation. You will get hands-on training, hear renowned industry speakers, get an international event perspective, gain more industry contacts, experience educational programs/seminars, and of course, get industry recognition at "The Esprit Awards Show." CPD will offer value to every degree of special events professional. Be prepared to be inspired, challenged, motivated, informed, equipped with knowledge and get energized throughout the conference! Go to www.ises.com to check out more information. Registration has begun and prices and specifics are posted on the website.

CSEP Update

CSEP Test Dates:
November 6, 2003	Long Beach, CA (Applications due October 6, 2003)
January 5, 2004	Las Vegas, Nevada - The Special Event Show (Applications due by December 5, 2003)
Download the enrollment form at www.ises.com, then you will get the application when your payment has been made. Get all the information that you need from the website, and get started on collecting your points. If you are ready for the CSEP and you are stumped with some of the studying, then you need to join the ISES Indiana Study Group on Wednesdays from Noon – 2 p.m. at the Scottish Rite Cathedral. Call Vince Early at (317) 542-8333 to get more details.

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The Special Event Information is Out
Check out www.thespecialeventshow.com to get all the newest information on the event and how to register. To get new ideas and learn ways to create more efficient and spectacular events, take lessons from the pros. The Special Event has just that, all the best of the best in the industry. It can be yours on January 6-9, 2004.

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Board Member Profile
Gene Huddleson – President-Elect 2003-2004
Having been in the event industry for more than 20 years, and traveling throughout the country and abroad, L. Gene Huddleson II has assembled a wonderful background in special events. Gene began his career in Los Angeles where he spent 13 years living and working in the special events industry. Gene has also worked in New York, New Jersey and in Europe accumulating many styles and techniques along the way. Gene brought his company to Indianapolis in 1997, starting as LGH Design Group and expanding in 2003 to become Detail + Design. With his vast experience, he has been able to bring new and exciting aspects to all of the events he produces.

"I believe in giving all of my clients my personal attention," Gene says. "I am involved in all aspects of each event, including creating many of the items which are designed for the event."

Floral design is an extensive part of his background and the use of color, texture and style has always been a particular passion for Gene. This passion is extended to each of his client’s events.

Gene was chosen to be a holiday designer at the Vice President's residence for the 1995 and 1996 holiday season.

"This was a thrill that I will never forget and a personal highlight of my career so far," Gene said of the experience.

Always looking toward the future, Gene continues to search for new and fun ways to thrill an event audience with both beautiful and theatrical moments.

Gene enjoys his personal time and regularly treats himself to spa days and unscheduled "days off" where he will catch a movie, shop and work on the design of his new home, which will begin construction in the fall of 2003.

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Membership Renewal
The annual ISES membership dues were to be turned in at the beginning of July, so if you need information call the ISES Indiana office for further assistance at (317) 841-9525.

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