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Wednesday, May 19, 2004
Time	6:00pm – 8:00pm 5:30pm New Member Orientation RSVP To Kari Stolberg at ekstro@yahoo.com if you are interested the New Member Orientation.
Where	Party Time Rental 1212 S. Rangeline Rd. Carmel, IN 46032 Phone: (317) 844 - 5178
Directions	From The West Side of Indianapolis: Take I-465 East to Meridian St. (US 31) Go north on Meridian for about 2 3/4 miles to Carmel Dr. Turn right onto Carmel Dr. We are located on the left hand side about 2 miles from Meridian before Rangeline Rd. From the East Side of Indianapolis: Take I-465 West to Keystone Ave. (SR 431) Go north on Keystone Ave. for 2 3/4 miles to Carmel Dr. Turn left onto Carmel. Dr. Go through the stop light at Rangeline Rd., we are on the right hand side just past the fast food restaurant on the corner. From North of Carmel/Indianapolis: From the U.S. 31/SR 431 split: Take Meridian south (US 31 south) to the first stop light (Rangeline Rd.) Turn left (south) onto Rangeline Rd. Follow for about 2 miles. Turn right (west) onto Carmel Dr., we are located on the right hand side just past the fast food restaurant on the corner.
Cost	$25 members $35 corporate associate members $50 non-members
Topic	CREATE YOUR OWN EVENT
Subject	Get ready for the energizing May 19, 2004 Evening Event at Party Time Rentals in Carmel. You will be building your own ideas to create an event in their warehouse! From taking the rental tools they provide to the lasting touches of the set-up, you will be the one learning every step of an event set-up. Food and beverages will be provided and dress casual because you will be getting into the event.
Attire	Casual, you will be moving equipment for the set-up
RSVP for the meeting at www.isesindiana.com or call (317) 841-9525 Click Here to register!

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Save The Date For These Upcoming Events
The Upcoming 2004 Event Schedule for ISES Indiana
Mark your calendars!

• June 16 - Luncheon Meeting, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
  Location: TBD
• July 21 - Luncheon Meeting, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
  Location: Butler University – Admissions Building

Save some money and pick up a SIX PACK!
ISES is proud to offer a convenient package to its members. Instead of paying at each monthly meeting you can now prepay for any six monthly meetings and save $20! Get on www.isesindiana.com to register.

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For you race enthusiasts here is the schedule for the month of May at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Sunday, May 9th Opening Day 9am – 6pm
Monday, May 10th – Thursday, May 13th Practice 9am – 6pm
Friday, May 14th Practice 8am – 6pm
Saturday, May 15th Pole Day 7am – 6pm
Sunday, May 16th 2nd Day of Qualifying 8am – 6pm
Wednesday, May 19th – Friday, May 21st Practice 9am – 6pm
Saturday, May 22nd Freedom 100 Race 8am – 6pm
Sunday, May 23rd Bump Day 8am – 6pm
Wednesday, May 26th Community Day 9am – 6pm
Thursday, May 27th Carb Day 8am – 6pm
Saturday, May 29th Public Driver’s Meeting 9am – 4pm
Sunday, May 30th RACE DAY 5am – 6pm Start Time: 11am

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CSEP Study Group Timeline

Applications due on June 11, 2004 (due at HQ not mail date)

• All applications must be submitted to Headquarters by June 11th.
• Participants will submit completed application and check directly to HQ.

Orientation, August TBA (Chicago)

Exam Day, August TBA (Chicago)

Please email Vince Early CSEP for questions at vince@thomascaterers.com or call at 317.542.8333

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ISES Eventworld 2004 – A Conference For Professional Development

August 13 - August 15 2004 Hyatt Regency, Chicago, Illinois

ISES Eventworld 2004 – a Conference for Professional Development - is the industry-standard event for improving your proficiency and knowledge, and inspiring innovation.

ISES Eventworld 2004 is the premier continuing education event for the special events industry. This prestigious international conference is a must for all event professionals. In today's competitive and dynamic environment, many professionals are looking for ways to be a step ahead of their competitors. ISES Eventworld 2004 has the tools to help you stay ahead!

ISES Eventworld 2004 will help you sharpen your skills and put you in touch with other special events professionals who share your passion for excellence.

• Inspired by nationally-renowned speakers
• Challenged by leading-edge event professionals presenting on the latest trends and ideas
• Motivated by new and refreshing ideas
• Informed on financial management and other administrative topics
• Equipped with a better understanding and more knowledge about the special events industry on an international scale
• Energized through making new contacts with peers and professionals from around the world

Don't Miss ISES Eventworld 2004 – A Conference for Professional Development!

ISES Members - look for registration materials available in May 2004!

For more information visit www.ises.com

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Membership Deal Time!
Get 14 months for the price of 12. Join ISES now and get a great deal on the upcoming year. Renewals come up in July and you can get in early and get 2 months for free. With 2 great meetings coming in May and June you can pay for the events at membership prices and not guest pricing. Check out the website at www.isesindiana.com or call ISES Indiana at (317) 841-9525 for more information. If you are interested in becoming a member and not sure what it is all about, visit with Kari Strolberg at the next meeting on May 19, 2004 at 5:30pm. Kari meets with new members about the organization to fill them in on all the benefits and how to make the most of their membership, so come and see what you can get out of ISES.

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ISES Member Profile
Vince Early, CSEP – ISES Indiana V.P. of Education

Vince Early, CSEP a native of Indianapolis, started working for Thomas Caterers of Distinction to earn extra money in High School and then to help work his way through Collage. After graduating from Ball State University with a Degree in Music Education, Vince quickly realized a Teaching salary alone would not get him very far. Therefore he continued to work for Thomas Caterers whenever his schedule allowed. After 6 years of teaching, the opportunity presented itself for Vince to quit teaching and work full time as Staffing Coordinator for Thomas Caterers. After a year of recruiting, training, motivating and evaluating staff, Vince began coordinating events and has been at it for 5 years.

When Vince is not planning and executing events he enjoys spending his time with his daughter Christina, 10, and his wife Kelly who happens to be the Owner and GM of Thomas Caterers of Distinction. He also enjoys traveling and playing tennis.

“I think the position I hold on the ISES Board fits me like a glove”, observes ISES Indiana V.P. of Education. “Education is the key to broadening your horizons personally and professionally. Every seminar I attend, every speaker I see, I learn something. Even if the thing I learn is ‘Don’t do that’”. In an effort to continue educating himself, Vince attained his Certified Special Event Professional (CSEP) Designation at the Conference for Professional Development (now EventWorld). “I believe it is a vital part in becoming a professional in the Event Industry. It is a great way to separate oneself from coordinators who either do this as a hobby or do it poorly. It may not be the only way, but it’s the best way I have found. The truth is studying for the CSEP truly make me a better event professional”.

Sue and Tim Thomas established Thomas Caterers of Distinction in 1983 by after the fire of an arsonist destroyed their very successful restaurant in the fall of that year. It was to be a temporary arrangement until plans could be completed to re-open the doors of Thomas’ Restaurant. 20 years later Thomas Caterers of Distinction stands as one of the finest catering companies in the city of Indianapolis. Thomas specializes in bringing the cuisine and service of the finest restaurants in the world to the event industry.

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