Watch Decor & More on CBC’s Redemption Inc. Monday Feb. 20th!
Tune in to Redemption Inc on CBC, Feb 20th 2012 at 9:00 PM Eastern time when Kevin O Leary brings the final four contestants to Decor & More Inc so they can try their hand at branding and design. What an exciting opportunity for the Oakville design firm. For nearly 20 years, Decor & More has partnered both with corporations to drive results as well as discriminating families for celebrating life's most memorable moments. Their team of event professionals has no equal in delivering customized events for their clients' marketing, corporate communications and human resources initiatives. The company has deep roots in the international event community and is Canada's most awarded design company.
Vancouver Planners Go to Camp
In November, local event professionals experienced the eighth in a series of EventCamps. Since February 2010 these camps designed for meeting professionals who want to build connections, experiment with meeting design and technology, be innovative and learn in a safe environment have expanded in the US and London.
The stunning Westin Bayshore Vancouver was the backdrop for unique breakout spaces on deep topics – Ethics, Sustainability and Fair Trade, Corporate Social Responsibility and the Future of Hybrid and it was these conversations which set the stage for amazing discussions at the reception.
The fully hybrid event camp included mobile app access for face-to-face and remote participants to join in, skyping in presenters from three countries, sending information around the globe through our Sonic Foundry Mediasite, and involving twitter conversations and other online collaborative tools to share. Innovation was the name of the game with Actors Unlimited igniting improv that spanned the audiences!
QuickMobile provided the app connecting people from around the world and MeetGreen and Manage Your Footprint reached out to collaborators around their individual sustainability processes. A new game was built that offered learners new information on weaving sustainability through any event. This game culminated in 1,715 acts of green resulting in $1,500 being donated by MeetGreen and Paul Salinger, current President of GMIC, to the BC Cancer Foundation (amazing!)
The goal was to engage the whole person and so the the Summit Level of the Vancouver Convention Centre played home base and added many personal touches that inspired comfort, discussion and deeply enhancing the learning experience. Guests were kept hydrated and refreshed with a brain-friendly menu of meals and snacks throughout. Underground circus added to the experience as delegates converged on their space to try out the circus gear.
What would event camp be without technology and social media. The three hosts included Social Media Concierge Marc Smith in Vancouver who could help those less familiar with twitter and share what remote attendees were saying; Liz King from New York led the remote audience through the interactive portions of the sessions and the Montreal pod was able to join in through various mediums to share stories and solutions. Glenn Thayer worked to tie the audiences together as he hosted, moderated and facilitated through the informative sessions. This included transparently sharing how we had built the app, the game, the environment, the hybrid and virtual setup required and the other elements that had been designed to support the learning – the goals was to have people truly understanding how they could introduce these to their meetings, and what it takes to do so.
Event Camp Vancouver was by all accounts successful because of the intense collaboration of not only those providing the backbone and services, but also because of the participant’s approach to owning their space within the meeting. Lessons were shared, and we know we will be applying things we learned along the way to future events.
Celebrate the Season at Whistler
Celebrate the season Whistler-style with the Whistler Holiday Experience and New Year’s Eve Festivities
Whistler BC is always a hot spot for the holidays with its world class skiing, exciting night life and fabulous shopping. This season is no exception as the resort town introduces its December line up.
Sharpen your ice skates and head to Whistler for a holiday season packed with events and activities, of both the outdoor and indoor variety.
Whistler’s outdoor skating rink, located at the great lawn and pavilion of the Whistler Olympic Plaza (home of the medals ceremonies and outdoor concerts during the 2010 Winter Games) is now officially open. Public access to the rink is free and skate rentals are available for $5 between 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. and in the evenings from 6-9 p.m.
The Whistler Holiday Experience will take place at the Whistler Conference Centre, from December 16 – January 2 (excluding December 25 and 31). The indoor family fun zone is open between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. and features a mini putt course, table games, bouncy castles, crafts and video games. There is no charge for this activity. And, even Santa will stop by on December 17 and 18 between 1 and 5 p.m.
New Year’s Eve Celebrations will take place at indoor and outdoor venues between 7-11 p.m. on December 31. This alcohol-free evening of family entertainment and celebration includes a number of activities, concerts and fireworks. Tickets are available in Whistler at the Whistler Visitor Centre, Millennium Place, Meadow Park Sports Centre and online at www.whistler.com
December 9-10 welcomes the world’s top luge athletes to Whistler as they compete in the first FIL Luge World Cup at the Whistler Sliding Centre since the 2010 Olympic Winter Games. Competitions start at 3 p.m. on both days with upload to the sliding centre via the Excalibur Gondola in the village. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased online or at the Whistler Visitor Centre.
The public will be able to enjoy first-hand experiences at the Whistler Sliding Centre beginning December 16 with the launch of the Skeleton Slide Experience. Participants start at the Maple Leaf Start, about 1/3 of the way up the track, navigating through six corners and reaching a maximum speed of up to 100 kilometres per hour. For more information, visit the website here: http://www.whistlerslidingcentre.com/activities/public-skeleton
The Fire & Ice show returns to the base of Whistler Mountain every Sunday at 6:30 p.m. starting December 18. Watch world-class athletes flip and twist their way through a burning ring of fire. Note that the Sunday, December 25 show has been moved to Monday, December 26. There is no charge for this event.
There are a number of family-friendly activities and events to experience in Whistler over the holidays: Visit Whistler.com offers the largest selection and one-stop shopping with no booking fee for accommodation, lift tickets or activities. Whistler-based reservation agents at whistler.com can also customize a vacation package, taking care of flights, transportation, accommodation and activities. Call 1.800.WHISTLER (1.800.944.7853) to request a no-obligation quote or visit whistler.com for more details and offers.
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Ripley’s Begins Building $130-Million World-Class Family Aquarium in Toronto
Toronto is one big step closer to getting a major new attraction as Ripley Entertainment Inc. and dignitaries from all three levels of government gathered at the base of the CN Tower to announce details of Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada — a $130-million facility now under construction and set to open during the summer of 2013.
1.5 million gallons of water and thousands of fish will now call Toronto home!
“What I like most about an aquarium is that all ages, from toddlers to pre-schoolers to retired grandparents can really enjoy the wonders of the sea,” said Jim Pattison, Chairman and CEO of the Jim Pattison Group, which owns Ripley Entertainment Inc. “I want to thank all of the people in Ontario that have helped us bring this aquarium to Toronto.”
“Canada Lands Company is investing more than $10 million to redevelop the John Street corridor with new signage and other improvements that will increase and improve the flow of pedestrian traffic from Front Street to the site. This is an important entryway to Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada, as well as the CN Tower and Rogers Centre,” said Mark Laroche, President and CEO of Canada Lands, which owns the land the Aquarium will be built on.
“The McGuinty government is proud to support the development of the first Ripley’s Aquarium in Canada,” said Michael Chan, Ontario Minister of Tourism and Culture. “Getting an aquarium of this calibre in Toronto is a major win for our province. It will entertain and educate, bring in millions of visitors, fill our hotels and create hundreds of jobs for Ontario families.”
“This state-of-the art facility will provide jobs for our residents and a wonderful tourist attraction for our city. I want to thank Jim Pattison for being here with us today, as Toronto could not have found a better company to work with to develop this major new attraction,” said Rob Ford, Mayor of Toronto. The City of Toronto will provide property tax incentives (estimated to be between $8 million and $12 million) over a 12-year period under the Imagination, Manufacturing, Innovation, Technology (IMIT) Grants program; which supports new building construction in targeted sectors, including tourism.
“Toronto is a world-class city and we are building a world-class aquarium,” said Jim Pattison Jr., President of Ripley Entertainment Inc. “It’s about fish, family and fun, education and entertainment — along with a commitment to conservation and animal welfare. Ripley’s Aquarium will attract families from across Toronto, Canada and worldwide, and will generate significant jobs and economic activity in both the short- and long-term.
QUICK FACTS
Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada is a 135,000-square-foot major family attraction with 1.5-million gallons of marine and freshwater habitats from across the world. Among the many exciting interactive exhibits for families and school groups, the Aquarium will contain:
* More than 13,500 exotic sea and freshwater creatures, comprising more than 450 species;
* A unique 315 foot moving walkway through an acrylic tunnel deep below the 750,000-gallon Shark Lagoon, a habitat occupied by 10 – to 12-foot sand tiger sharks, largetooth sawfish and dozens of other species. Guests may step on and off the walkway as they choose to spend extra time admiring the huge sharks;
* Main exhibition includes a tropical reef tank, along with Great Lakes exhibits and Atlantic and Pacific habitats;
* A Marine and Freshwater Education Centre with dedicated classroom space;
* Flexible and changing exhibition space;
* Food service and retail store.
The Aquarium will be open 365-days-a-year, starting in the summer of 2013.
ECONOMIC IMPACT
* Aquarium construction will create more than 600 jobs, generating an immediate economic impact of more than $50 million, $35 million of which will be labor income. In addition, during the two-year construction timeline the project is forecasted to generate more than $25 million in taxes for all three levels of government;
* When operational, the Aquarium will generate 300 to 350 jobs and have a projected annual economic impact of more than $35 million on GDP;
* During the first 20 years of operation, the Aquarium is expected to generate more than $220 million in tax revenues for all three levels of government.
Kudos to BCEA Winners
Congratulations to the following companies who won top honors in the 2011 BC Event Awards competition at CSEME West Nov 3rd. All the winners whose events fall withing the qualifying period will become nominees in the national awards program which will hand out awards in Toronto on March 30th at CSEME National 2012.Best Entertainment Production
BC Event Management, Routes Awards
Best Event Produced for a Charitable Organization
e=mc² event management Inc. Operation: Western Front
Best Event Produced for a Corporation
Pacific Destination Services Inc and BC Event Management Symphony Under The Stars – Lost Lake
Best Festival
Canada Place Corporation, Canada Day at Canada Place 2011: Your Nation. Your Celebration.
Best Public Entertainment Event
brand.LIVE, Celebration of Light Fireworks Festival
Best Theme Decor $15,000 to $40,000
Greenscape Design & Décor, RIMS 2011 Opening Night Reception, "Rainforests of the World"
Best Trade Show Booth or Pavilion
BLD Decor and Scenery, Nabob POD tasting booth
Best Wedding
Dream Group Productions, Tisah & Ryan's Wedding
Most Outstanding Event Under $100,000
TIE
Synergy Events Inc, International Children's Winter Games – Opening Ceremonies
Tantalus Productions & The Finer Details Event Planning,The REBGV Medallion Awards
Best Theme Decor Under $15,000
Christopher J Designs, An Evening with the Phantom
Best Theme Decor Over $40,000
BLD Decor and Scenery, EMBV Exxon Mobile Board Meeting Lake Louise
Best Corporate Team Building Event
Bright Ideas Event Coordinators ltd.,Simulcast of Synergy
Best Media Event
TELUS Event and Sponsorship Strategy, TELUS Garden Media Event
Most Outstanding Event $100,000 to $300,000
John Donnelly & Associates and City of Surrey, Surrey Canada Day
Toronto Gift Show
DATE: August 7-31
VENUE: International Centre/Congress Centre, Mississauga ON
AUTHOR: Lianne Gravitis
VENUE: International Centre/Congress Centre, Mississauga ON
AUTHOR: Lianne Gravitis
This past August, the Canadian Gift and Tableware Association (CGTA) kicked off its summer series of shows in Mississauga, ON. With shows held in Montreal and Edmonton as well with their own unique markets, the non-for-profit organization (comprised of over 1500 members within the giftware industry) provides programs and tools to help businesses rise to success, “embodies the entrepreneurial instinct and spirit”, and enhances “local, national and global opportunities.”
Anita Schachter, VP of the Regional Gift Shows, which include Montreal and Alberta, offered some sound advice for anyone wanting to get into this industry. Beginning her journey within a small publishing company, Schachter moved her way into the giftware world by accident. Initially volunteering for a show held by her company, Schachter found she enjoyed this type of work and eventually became a full-time coordinator and show manager for various shows. Shows of such magnitude can be stressful and Schachter suggests that being a multi-tasker and a people person is an absolute MUST to succeed in this industry.
The CGTA show teams work year round organizing the shows without many breaks, running shows in the winter and summer for spring and fall buying, respectively. Schachter says “no two days are the same”, and that there is “lots of variety” in this position. A typical day could require the show team to meet regarding marketing programs, attend group meetings about the challenges faced that week, talking to members, contracting booth space, and working on sales and financial management plans. Schachter states that they are responsible for “operations, marketing; selling booth space, booking the facility, marketing to and register the attendees while coordinating details such as signage, security and seminars.” As soon as the shows are complete, renewal packages are sent out and the process starts all over again. Additionally, the location of the show is based on where the attendees and exhibitors are originating. Adequate square footage, parking options, proximity to hotels and restaurants are just a few of the factors organizers have to consider when thinking about location.
With over 27,700 buyers annually and 900 exhibitors at each event (January and August) attending the Toronto show, 24,000 buyers annually and 530 exhibitors attending each Alberta event (February and August) and 16,000 buyers and 350 exhibitors attending each Montreal event (March and August), one can imagine the challenges that are faced by the show teams. A detailed screening process for qualified retailers, which includes the need to produce a business ID and personal ID that ties them into the specific retail location, helps ensure that the right attendees are attracted to the show. The CGTA set the “standards high” so they can make both sides of the business, the wholesalers and the attendees, as successful as possible,” says Schachter. With 4 to 5 days of set-up time and half that time to tear down, the show team works tirelessly to keep the move in and tear down process as orderly as possible. Team members are required to be available at all times to troubleshoot any issue that arises. Each show also has to make sure that show dates do not conflict with each other as many exhibitors travel from show to show.
For the Montreal and Alberta shows specifically there are only eight people (who split into teams of four for each region) involved in the organization of the shows. The team structure includes “show manager, show coordinator, registration coordinator and marketing coordinator, who implements the exhibitor and buyer marketing plan. Schachter states that the key to success for any show are the suppliers and they should be viewed as an “extension of your team.” Suppliers work together with the show team to ensure a successful experience for both constituents.
The giftware industry caters to an older demographic, so it is no surprise that direct marketing is still the primary marketing medium. Printed product pieces are sent to the buyers (with different marketing pieces sent to buyers that have attended in prior years to lure them back into the shows), as well as show previews and seminar information. They are just starting to investigate how social media platform can broaden the shows appeal to younger exhibitors and buyers. To keep the show fresh they “actively solicit new exhibitors and buyers for the shows”, says Schachter.
Schachter’s advice for upcoming planners is that you have to “love people; have to appreciate that everyone is unique and not everyone is going to have the same expectations; and you need to be able to juggle three or four balls in the air and juggle them well.” For more information regarding the Canadian Gift and Tableware Association and its trade shows, please visit www.cgta.org.
Suppliers:
Facilities: International Centre & Congress Centre (provide space, retail food, cleaning services; parking)
Facilities: International Centre & Congress Centre (provide space, retail food, cleaning services; parking)
Material Handling/Storage/Floor Mgmt: Lange Transportation http://www.langeshow.com
Show Décor: Freeman Decorating
Bussing: Pacific Western www.pacificwesterntoronto.com
Registration: GSC Services & Conexsys
Security: GSS Security & Tonegar Security http://www.gss-security.ca/
First Aid: Tonegar Security (http://www.tone-gar.com)
Electrical: ShowTech Power & Lighting http://www.showtech.ca
Daycare: Umbrella Central Daycare Services http://www.umbrelladaycare.com/
Show Décor: Freeman Decorating
Bussing: Pacific Western www.pacificwesterntoronto.com
Registration: GSC Services & Conexsys
Security: GSS Security & Tonegar Security http://www.gss-security.ca/
First Aid: Tonegar Security (http://www.tone-gar.com)
Electrical: ShowTech Power & Lighting http://www.showtech.ca
Daycare: Umbrella Central Daycare Services http://www.umbrelladaycare.com/
Sustainable Special Events
Think Green at Your Next Special Event
by Sharon Bonner
Contrary to what many people believe, 'sustainable' doesn't automatically mean more expensive. Especially with special events. Less waste can also mean more savings. Bright Ideas' approach to eco-conscious events offers our clients a wide variety of options to make their event as earth-friendly as possible. We usually start by ensuring we divert as much waste as possible from landfills – recycling, composting, and finding alternatives to disposable items. Working with our vendors, we source eco-friendly food service ware, packaging and flatware. Through the use of electronic communications such as an event website, online promotion, invitations and registration we are able to reduce paper use. Bright Ideas can also assist with the purchase of carbon offsets if desired and can prepare cost-savings and environmental footprint reports, so that the benefits of going green can be measured.
Above all, we believe that sustainable options should be a choice… and a smart one at that. That's why we try to focus on those environmental initiatives that deliver real world benefits rather than just green-tinted window dressing. For an excellent overview of the various ways you can minimize the environmental impacts of your next special event, this guide prepared by the non-profit organization Bridging The Gap has a wealth of information and suggestions for events both large and small. You can also access Metro Vancouver's library of images and education materials, for signage and artwork you can use at your next eco-friendly event.
If you want assistance with an eco-responsible event, or need more information before choosing a sustainable special event, please contact us or take advantage of our easy-to-use quote request form. We'd love to help you find the best ways to incorporate sustainability into your next special event!
Toronto Blossoms at the Live Green Festival
July 16th, 2011, Yonge-Dundas Square, Toronto ON
Lianne Gravitis, OnSite Reporter, canadianspecialevents.com
On July 16th, 2011, the Live Green Toronto Festival kicked off its 5th year at Yonge-Dundas Square in Toronto ON. Organized to generate awareness of the “environment, environmental programs, services and initiatives within the City of Toronto”, in a “fun, interactive, lively atmosphere,” one could not leave the festival without learning a lesson or two.
The festival was held at one of Toronto’s busiest intersections (with an estimated 1500 people per hour walking by the area on any given day), and celebrated the businesses and the individuals who are leading the charge to making Toronto (one of) the greenest cities in North America.
Taking about seven months to plan with seven main staff members on board (and 25 members working on the actual event day), the anticipated crowd of 35,000 people, were in for a real treat. Over 100 environmentally friendly exhibitors lined the street, offering both products and services that ranged from solar power companies, and green cleaning products to The Laundry Tarts and Cathy’s Crawly Composters (known as the worm lady with the kids). Exhibitors were selected through an online application process and through the Live Green Toronto Membership Program, which has over 300 businesses in its database. Organizers make sure there is a wide range of exhibitors, and that there are new businesses participating each year to keep the event current and fresh.
For children attending the festival, The TD Kids Zone was set up (sponsored by TD Friends of The Environment Foundation) to keep them entertained while the parents wandered around the exhibits, or munched on some of the local or organic foods available. Kids could decorate litterless lunch bags, create music with reused parts (called the “Junkestra”), build castles in the sandbox, paint murals, plant seeds and even play a “water powered piano!” It was an amazing interactive display that helped kids gain more knowledge on how they can help the environment in a creative way.
To appeal to the music lover, the festival brought in some of Canada’s hottest acts (both new and seasoned). Organizers worked with talent agencies to see which artists were available and who would fit within the festival’s vision. They also ensured there was music for all age groups as all target markets are welcome. Musicians such as Done With Dolls, These Kids Wear Crowns, Classified and Hollerado, Crash Test Dummies, Lowest of the Low, and God Made Me Funky, performed on the Canadian Tire Main Stage emceed by 680 News dynamic music reporter (and avid supporter of the Live Green festival) Rudy Blair, and CityTV personality Sangita Patel. Canadian Tire generously donated $75,000 to the event which helped cover the costs of the artists. The Delta Chelsea Downtown Toronto donated rooms for the artists (and generously donated a prize pack for a one-night stay for four), and The Hard Rock Café in Toronto donated space within their facility to act as green rooms for the artists. Asked how they try to live green, energetic lead singer Alex Johnson of These Kids Wear Crowns tries to “not eat out a lot”, while Hollerado’s lead singer Menno Versteeg, carpools with the band, and is a “big composter” who is currently trying to get composting regulated in his apartment building.
To create awareness for the event, traditional print ads were put within community newspapers, The Toronto Star, commuter papers and t.o.night newspaper. As well, 30-second spots on CityTV and 680 News were donated (both of whom were main sponsors), and social media outlets such as Twitter and Facebook were utilized. A newsletter was also sent to their over 14,000 supporters, a week before the event.
Lastly to keep with the green theme, many eco-friendly processes were put in place. Organizers enforced the no bottled water and no wasteful paper rule to the vendors, and made sure there was no bottled water for sale. This forced patrons to fill up their own reusable water bottles from the City of Toronto water trailer that was available. Walking, taking transit, and cycling was encouraged over driving cars, and recycling as well as green compost bins were set up along the streets (clearly marked with large flags). Food vendors were asked to provide “compostable containers and cutlery”, and Inorganic Market was in attendance to collect any “unwanted electronics” to ensure they get recycled properly. Additionally, the festival was 100% run on Bullfrog Power (sponsored by Bullfrog Power) which offset the festivals electricity costs. Bullfrog will use the money given to them to “invest in wind farms and renewable energy systems.”
With each year getting bigger and better, Ruccia’s dedicated team will be working on getting more sponsorship throughout the year as well as keep up with the new acts popping up around Canada. Growing from a crowd of 500 in its first year to what it is today shows us the hard work put into this festival and how passionate they are for the environment.
If you wish to learn more details about this event, please visit http://www.toronto.ca/greentorontofestival/index.htm, and do your part in helping the environment
SPONSORS/SUPPLIERS:
**Full list of exhibitors, musical acts, and sponsors are on the Live Green Toronto website**
City of Toronto – http://www.toronto.ca/index.htm
Yonge-Dundas Square – www.ydsquare.ca/
The Laundry Tarts – http://www.thelaundrytarts.com/
Cathy’s Crawly Composters – http://www.cathyscomposters.com/
Live Green Membership Card – http://www.livegreencard.ca/
TD Friends Of The Environment Foundation – http://www.fef.td.com/
Done With Dolls – http://www.kidzworld.com/article/24699-done-with-dolls-band-bio
These Kids Wear Crowns – http://www.thesekidswearcrowns.com/
Hollerado – http://www.hollerado.com/
Classified – http://www.classifiedofficial.com/
Crash Test Dummies – http://www.crashtestdummies.com/#/home
God Made Me Funky – http://www.godmademefunky.com
680 News – http://www.680news.com/
CityTV – http://www.citytv.com/
The Delta Chelsea Downtown Toronto – http://www.deltahotels.com/
The Hard Rock Café Toronto – http://www.hardrock.com/
The Toronto Star – http://www.thestar.com/
t.o night – http://tonightnewspaper.com/
Inorganic Market – http://www.4self.org/inorganicmarket/
Bullfrog Power – http://www.bullfrogpower.com/
City of Toronto – http://www.toronto.ca/index.htm
Yonge-Dundas Square – www.ydsquare.ca/
The Laundry Tarts – http://www.thelaundrytarts.com/
Cathy’s Crawly Composters – http://www.cathyscomposters.com/
Live Green Membership Card – http://www.livegreencard.ca/
TD Friends Of The Environment Foundation – http://www.fef.td.com/
Done With Dolls – http://www.kidzworld.com/article/24699-done-with-dolls-band-bio
These Kids Wear Crowns – http://www.thesekidswearcrowns.com/
Hollerado – http://www.hollerado.com/
Classified – http://www.classifiedofficial.com/
Crash Test Dummies – http://www.crashtestdummies.com/#/home
God Made Me Funky – http://www.godmademefunky.com
680 News – http://www.680news.com/
CityTV – http://www.citytv.com/
The Delta Chelsea Downtown Toronto – http://www.deltahotels.com/
The Hard Rock Café Toronto – http://www.hardrock.com/
The Toronto Star – http://www.thestar.com/
t.o night – http://tonightnewspaper.com/
Inorganic Market – http://www.4self.org/inorganicmarket/
Bullfrog Power – http://www.bullfrogpower.com/
ISES Canada & its Members Wins HUGE Kudos in St Louis
ISES Canada, some of its chapters and some of its members took home HUGE kudos at the ISES Event World Conference in Missouri this past weekend.
Congratulations ISES Vancouver wins the Spirit of Excellence for Chapter Communications!
Congratulations ISES Calgary wins the Spirit of Excellence for Member Growth!
Congratulations ISES Calgary wins the Spirit of Excellence for Member Retention!
Congratulations ISES Canada wins the Spirit of Excellence for Region of the Year!
INCREDIBLE CANADA! The ISES Chapters are on the Map.
Immediate Past Chair of ISES Canada, Eileen Bistrisky CSEP commented,
Thanks, to everyone for all the hard work that was put in to make ISES shine across the country this year. It is so great to see the collaboration that is occurring on both the national and chapter levels. To be recognized internationally like this against chapters and regions from around the world is truly an honour. If you aren’t already an ISES member, now is the time to join, as we gain momentum and continue to play a leading role world-wide
ISES Members also took home top honors in the Esprit Awards which recognize outstanding achievements in special events.
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Best Corporate Event ($75,000 – $200,000)
YPO Chapter Graduation
Jocelyn Flanagan, CSEP
E=mc2 Event Management Inc.
Best Wedding (Under $75,000)
Falling Slowly
Lynn Fletcher
Lynn Fletcher Weddings Inc.
Best Marketing/Design Collateral (Over $25,000)
MINDJAM
Ken Kristoffersen, CSEP, CEM, CEC
POP Kollaborative Inc.
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Best Entertainment Production (Over $75,000)
Opening Ceremony of the X Paralympic Winter Games
Patrick Roberge
Patrick Roberge Productions Inc (PRP Inc)
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ABOUT ISES:
ISES is an international associations designed to foster education and professional development in the field of event planning. There are chapters in the USA, UK, South America, Australia and Asia,as well as three chapters in Canada; Toronto, Calgary and Vancouver.
By joining ISES, you instantly gain access to an elite pool of special events resources. Members enjoy exclusive discounts, business opportunities and promotion, and tailored educational information. Gain the extra edge needed to create events that go beyond expectations, far surpass your competition and impact your portfolio.
WWW.ISESCANADA.COM FOR DETAILS.
Announcing the 2011/2012 Boards
Charlene Roth Diddams, the current Chair of the ISES Canada Board of Directors in pleased to announce the new 2011/2012 Board.
Chair – Charlene Roth Diddams, Broad Solutions, Calgary, AB
Immediate Past-Chair – Eileen Bistrisky, CSEP, Effective Event Management, Vancouver, BC
Secretary/Treasurer - Karen Eluck, CSEP CMP, KEP Events, Unionville, ON
Immediate Past-Chair – Eileen Bistrisky, CSEP, Effective Event Management, Vancouver, BC
Secretary/Treasurer - Karen Eluck, CSEP CMP, KEP Events, Unionville, ON
Membership - Carol Mair, Balloon Corporate Events, Toronto, ON
Education - Sharon Barwick, Simply Elegant Events & Catering, Calgary, AB
Communications - Stacy Wyatt, Canadianspecialevents.com, Winnipeg, MB
Programs – Diana Hambrook, Donnelly Events, Vancouver, BC
Chapter In Formation - Peter Cornforth, Mediaco, Calgary, AB
Sponsorship – Rachel Mangal, aNd Logistix, Toronto, ON
Education - Sharon Barwick, Simply Elegant Events & Catering, Calgary, AB
Communications - Stacy Wyatt, Canadianspecialevents.com, Winnipeg, MB
Programs – Diana Hambrook, Donnelly Events, Vancouver, BC
Chapter In Formation - Peter Cornforth, Mediaco, Calgary, AB
Sponsorship – Rachel Mangal, aNd Logistix, Toronto, ON
President, Brenda Carter, CMP, KPMG
Past President, Kelly Shannon, Peller Estates Winery
President Elect, Yvonne Dewar, CMP, Elastic Communications and Events
Vice President Member Care, Theresa Cragg Gatto, CMP
Vice President, Finance & Administration, Lee Anne Leckie, CMP, International Centre
Vice President Education Geoff Mak, CMP, Direct Energy Centre/Allstream Centre/Exhibition Place
Vice President Communications, Lynne Gale, CMM, Carlson Wagonlit Travel Canada
Director Communications, Vinita Borrison, CMP, CN Tower
Director Education, Marcelo DeOliveira, Hard Rock Cafe
Director Member Care, Janice Fendley, CMP, Absolute Conferences & Events Inc
Director Awards, Lynda Hoff, CMP, CMM, LNH Strategic Event Management
Director Special Events, Carla Olivier, Trump International Hotel & Tower Toronto
Director TEC, Jodi Spivak, CMP, Hotel Le Germain
Executive Director, Leslie Wright, Executive Director
Past President, Kelly Shannon, Peller Estates Winery
President Elect, Yvonne Dewar, CMP, Elastic Communications and Events
Vice President Member Care, Theresa Cragg Gatto, CMP
Vice President, Finance & Administration, Lee Anne Leckie, CMP, International Centre
Vice President Education Geoff Mak, CMP, Direct Energy Centre/Allstream Centre/Exhibition Place
Vice President Communications, Lynne Gale, CMM, Carlson Wagonlit Travel Canada
Director Communications, Vinita Borrison, CMP, CN Tower
Director Education, Marcelo DeOliveira, Hard Rock Cafe
Director Member Care, Janice Fendley, CMP, Absolute Conferences & Events Inc
Director Awards, Lynda Hoff, CMP, CMM, LNH Strategic Event Management
Director Special Events, Carla Olivier, Trump International Hotel & Tower Toronto
Director TEC, Jodi Spivak, CMP, Hotel Le Germain
Executive Director, Leslie Wright, Executive Director
President, Kate Cheney, CMP, ConventionALL Management
President Elect, Leanne Calderwood, CMP, HelmsBriscoe
Vice President of Finance, Cynthia Douwes, BA, CMP, Certified General Accountants Association of Alberta
Vice President Administration, Lori Jennison, Holiday Inn Calgary
Vice President Communications, Anh Nguyen, McCarthy Tétrault LLP
Vice President of Education, Caroline Forsyth, Calgary Stampede
Vice President of Membership, Kathryn Cowling, Meeting Solutions Inc.
Director of Special Events, Nicole Langton, Mount Royal University
Director of Membership, Greg Jungwirth, Delta Hotels and Resorts
Director of Education, Marnie Ballane, Speakers' Spotlight
Director of Communications, Peter Maher, PSAV Presentation Services
Chapter Administrator, Kyla Marie Arneson, dmg events
President Elect, Leanne Calderwood, CMP, HelmsBriscoe
Vice President of Finance, Cynthia Douwes, BA, CMP, Certified General Accountants Association of Alberta
Vice President Administration, Lori Jennison, Holiday Inn Calgary
Vice President Communications, Anh Nguyen, McCarthy Tétrault LLP
Vice President of Education, Caroline Forsyth, Calgary Stampede
Vice President of Membership, Kathryn Cowling, Meeting Solutions Inc.
Director of Special Events, Nicole Langton, Mount Royal University
Director of Membership, Greg Jungwirth, Delta Hotels and Resorts
Director of Education, Marnie Ballane, Speakers' Spotlight
Director of Communications, Peter Maher, PSAV Presentation Services
Chapter Administrator, Kyla Marie Arneson, dmg events
President, Julie Brunjes, Stardust Events
Immediate Past President, Rachel Mangal, Strategy Institute
President Elect, Alan Smithson, Star Productions Inc.
VP Education, James Nienhuis, The Butler Did It
VP Programs, Julie Danaylov, DeAndelis Entertainment
VP Membership, Ed McMurtry, Edwin Allen Productions
VP Finance, Larry Cuthbertson, Cuthbertson Entertainment
Director Affiliate Organizations, Vacant
Director Chapter Events, Danielle Consalves
Director Communications, Michael Coombs, Prodigy Entertainment
Director Member Services, Chimah Ekeanyanwu, CCR Solutions Inc.
Director Student Affairs, John MacBride, Seneca College
Director Sponsorship, Nina Leach, McMillan LLP
Executive Director, Carol Ford, Bottomline Management Services
President, Kathie Madden
President Elect, Brock Lumsden,
VP Marketing, Corinne Kessel,
VP Technology, Don Dewar
VP Programs, Heather Baker
VP Sponsorship, Karran Finlay
VP Membership, Kelly Dooley
Secretary Treasurer, Lucy Chan
Director, Mamoun Belghiti
Creative Director, Morteza Idjadi
VP Communications, Shelley Johnson
VP Allied Events, Tania Newman
President, Lynn Fletcher
Immediate Past-President, Kenneth Kristoffersen, CSEP
President-Elect, Angela Braun
VP Membership, Lisa Marks
VP Education/Programs, Stephanie Leblond
VP Communications, Dustin Westling
VP Marketing, Jennifer James
Director at Large, Darren Kershaw
Director at Large, Molly Howlett-Sexsmith
Director at Large, Lisa Motuzas
Director at Large, Mary Swaffield
Director at Large, Roz Freeman
Director at Large, Vikram Bakshi
Director at Large, Holly Chudzy
BC Chapter
President,Melissa Moskal
Abeja Strategic Communications
President Elect,Allison Gavin
The Westin Bayshore Vancouver
Past President,Ryan Soderberg
Sheraton Vancouver Airport
VP Membership,Natalie Wilson
RBC Global Asset Management
VP Membership,Natasha Kurzatz
Advance Group
VP Finance,Heidi Hughes
h3 Events
VP Education,Jo-Anne Rockwood
Mitacs
Director of Sponsorship,Tom Stulberg
Fireworks Event Furniture
Director of Special Events,Naomi Deildal
Deeley Motorcycle Exhibition
Director of Publications,Elizabeth Murphy
Vancouver Island Conference Centre
Director of Student Affairs,David Tikkanen
British Columbia Institute of Technology
VP Communications,Susan McGregor
Congrex Canada
Director of Public Relations,Jenn Houtby-Ferguson
Tigh-Na-Mara
Director of Advertising & Marketing,Chris Gowe
Vancouver Convention Centre
Director of Member Care,Elaine Samson
Hilton Sales Worldwide
Director of Monthly Programs,Betty Chuck
Director of Recruitment,Kaitlin Beca
Sea to Sky Meetings
Director of Professional Development,Louise Fellstrom
Chapter Administrator,Kimberly Davidson
Proactive Assistance
President, Deborah Wallace, The Finer Details Event Planning Inc.
Director Marketing & Membership Recruitment, Nicole Burke, Emelle’s Catering
Director Membership & External Marketing, Kenn Burns, EmbroidMe Vancouver
Director Website & Membership Renewal, Heather Wright, Louis Gervais Fine Foods & Catering
Director Events & Sponsorship, Neely Dhanoa
Director Membership Renewal & Sponsorship, Ozzie Kipnes, Hot Wax Mobile Music
Director Social Media & Events, Anita Ng, Human Early Learning Partnership
Administrator, Deborah Wallace
Administrator, Jenna Bayuk
