ISES March Meeting

Wedensday, March 19, 2008

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Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Topic:	Green Day - Panel Discussion
Where:	Factory 12 Event Loft 1235 Jackson St. Columbus, IN 47201
Cost:	$30 Members $50 Non-Member $20 Students $40 Corporate Associate Members of ISES Indiana can bring 1 guest for FREE to this meeting! Note: On Monday, March 17th the cost for each registration will increase $10.
Time:	Registration/Networking Lunch & Program: 11:30 - 1:30 p.m.
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Sponsored by:

SAVE THE DATES! 2008 MEETING SCHEDULE

CALLING ALL MEMBERS:
We need ALL of our ISES members to assist in planning for the July 2008 - June 2009 ISES events! If you have topic ideas or speakers you would be interested in hearing , please contact Monica Richard at monica@detailanddesign.com

If you would like to highlight your business to fellow ISES colleagues, now is the chance to get on the 2008 / 2009 calendar. Contact ISES Boardmember and Program / Education Committee Member Lee Johnson at Lee@chaircovers.net for more information.

These are a few of the areas we used in 2007 / 2008 and all of these items were donated and sponsored by OUR MEMBERSHIP - THANK YOU!

• Audio Visual
• Catering
• Designer
• DJ
• Entertainment Agents
• Flowers
• Hotel
• Invitations
• Linens
• Novelty Items
• Photography
• Planner
• Rental Items
• Transportation
• Valet Services
• Venue
• Videography

ISES Indiana supports ISES members by only permitting ISES Members in Good Standing for sponsorship opportunities.

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PACE Awards Call for Entries!!
It’s that time of year again to start getting those PACE Entries together! Events held January 1 – December 31, 2007 are eligible. Deadline for submissions is Friday, March 21, 2008. Please follow the link below to view each category and criteria. Remember, you can’t win if you don’t enter!

Click here to read entry instructions or Click here to view categories

If you have any questions about the PACE Awards please contact Kate Hursh at khursh@elsav.net

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Business Brilliance 2008

Two Signature Events… One Night!

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For only one evening, Crowne Plaza’s legendary Grand Hall at Union Station will be transformed into an enchanting social environment, designed to inspire creativity while showcasing what’s new and unique in the events and meeting industries. In addition, ISES Indiana will present their Professional Achievements in Creative Events (PACE) Awards to honor those top events that took place in 2007.

Business Brilliance and the PACE Awards both have years of tradition in Indiana. And for the low price of $25.00 you will experience both.

Indy’s most distinguished special event planners and communicators have joined forces to host a rousing celebration for all business professionals. Dazzling food and cocktails, themed décor and invigorating company make this event simply…brilliant!

Presented by ISES Indiana
Date: Wednesday, May 7, 2008
Location: Crowne Plaza Hotel, Grand Hall at Historic Union Station
Time: 5:00pm – 8:00pm

Who is invited?
Members of ISES Indiana, and individuals with an interest in the event industry

Only $25 per person for food and drink!

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Download a Room Sponsorship Form

ISES Sponsor Ticket Form

Benefits of Business Brilliance Sponsorship

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Welcome New Members
ISES Indiana welcomes the following new members:

Maria Blake
Director of Communications and Community Relations - Indianapolis Marion County Public Library

Elizabeth Lindauer
Director of Catering - Embassy Suites Indianapolis North

Autum Revoir
Food & Beverage Supervisor - Horseshoe Casino - Hammond

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February Meeting Recap
Platinum was the word of the day for ISES members as we enjoyed Conseco Field house’s hospitality. The room was decked out with platinum accents, which lent itself to this month’s speaker’s theme. Brooke Billingsley spoke about customer service and cited various models. ISES members were able to reflect on their own experiences in both giving and receiving customer service and how it affects our business.

THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS:

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Member Spotlight - Jen Shrader
Jen Shrader
Director of Catering
Crowne Plaza Hotel at Historic Union Station

I have been the Director of Catering for the Crowne Plaza Hotel at Historic Union Station, Indianapolis Downtown for 2 years. Before my current position, I was in hotel sales for almost seven years - most recently as the Director of Sales for the Homewood Suites by Hilton. While I do enjoy sales, my true passion is for meetings and special events. Some of my favorite events we hosted in 2007 include The NFL Opening Kick Off Party, and the St. Francis Chrysanthemum Ball.

Crowne Plaza Hotel at Union Station offers over 57,000 square feet of meeting and event space. Meetings and events from 10 – 1000, we can accommodate all sizes and all budgets. The Grand Hall and Illinois Street Ballroom at Union Station are perfect for weddings and galas, while our Executive Boardroom is just right for corporate meetings.

Being a member of ISES is important to me for all of the benefits it provides. I enjoy the networking and educational opportunities as well as getting new ideas from the monthly meetings. I am excited about the opportunities and relationships within ISES, and want to get more involved with the organization. We are looking forward to hosting the Pace Awards and Business Brilliance this year!

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Tip of the Month
PACE Awards are just around the corner… Here are some handy tips to help get your entry in on time:

1) Read all the entry instructions-twice
2) Include all documents that is required per the instructions
3) Follow all of the instructions
4) Ask questions if not fully clear about the instructions
5) Include your entry fee with your entry
6) Turn in your entry by the due date

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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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