The 15th Anniversary Celebration & Awards
On March 30th, 2012, the Canadian event industry is invited to celebrate in style at the 15th Anniversary of the Canadian Event Industry Awards.
The Star Awards are always a grand affair but this year you don't want to miss this all star "cast" (featuring André-Philippe Gagnon with MC Burke Lawrence – see more entertainers below) as we celebrate the past decade and a half of excellence in Canadian weddings, corporate events, festivals and events. Get ready for a "show" as once again we honor thirty-two of Canada's brightest, most creative and talented event professionals for their exceptional work in 2011.
This event has become the ultimate collaboration as the industry comes together to put on its own party and what an amazing, sensational event extravaganza it is!
In addition to a spectacular night, the Star Awards Gala celebration is an excellent networking opportunity. Over 300 executives and professionals from Canada's event, tourism, hospitality and convention industries turn out to enjoy the festivities.
Join us in 2012 at the industry's most exciting night of the year! Support the Canadian event industry and celebrate the success of your peers from across the country.
Online Registration for the Gala is now closed. The Gala is sold out.
ANY REGISTRATION QUESTIONS OR LAST MINUTE INQUIRIES PLEASE EMAIL RACHELLE@ CANADIANSPECIALEVENTS.COM
If you can't be there in person, you can watch it live at 7:15 pm EST on Friday March 30.
The Gala will take place at our host hotel the Hyatt Regency on King.
Hotel Address map
Hyatt Regency Toronto
370 King Street West,
Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5V 1J9
A dedicated booking website has been created for CSE EXPO12.
As a guest using this link you will be able to make, modify and cancel your hotel reservations online, as well as take advantage of any room upgrades, amenities or other services offered by the hotel. To reserve your room at the group rate please use this link: Reserve your room
If you prefer to book by phone you can reach the Hyatt at 1-877-806-0006.
Quote the booking code: CSEE.
Entertainment
Don't miss André-Philippe Gagnon!
An singing impressionist with an eye on the world, André-Philippe Gagnon can slip from Joe Cocker's husky croon to Dionne Warwick quicker than most performers can take a curtain call! From Mick Jagger to Vanessa Paradis, Louis Armstrong, Jean Chrétien, and Fred Flintstone, Gagnon's impressions of famous personalities are rapid-fire magic. With an engaging blend of comedy and music, his take on the "who's who" of the world is funny and full of delicious detail. But between the jokes, his amazing voice actually delivers the essence of some of the world's greatest singers.
A2D2 Aerial Dance Company
Based out of Toronto, Ontario Canada, A2D2 ~Aerial Dance Cirque Co. is a customized entertainment and events service dedicated to the creation of unique entertainment solutions for each individual client. After years of catering to corporate clients, committees and private individuals alike, A2D2 has developed a stellar reputation for excellent customer service and flawless execution. Providing an extraordinary customer experience is our goal – from beginning to end.
Jessica Gorlicky – JessGo
Jessica’s creations make any room come alive with passionate human figures and intensely colourful shapes. Each are designed with a style that can’t be mistaken for anyone else’s but this remarkable artist. Recent experiences are touring Canada with the 2010 Torch Winter Olympics participating in live painting in over 65 shows as well as a recent contract with Cirque Du Soliel for the entire 77 Shows in Toronto for the new show Totem.
Joanna Jordan – Electric Harpist
Classical/Jazz/Rock/Contemporary Pop, Electric Harpist, Joanna Jordan has a proven ability to generate successful events. Joanna Jordan has performed at Carnegie Hall as well as performances for Her Majesty, The Queen Mother; Her Royal Highness, The Princess Margaret; Tina Turner; The Three Tenors; Pierre Elliot Trudeau; Wolfgang Puck; & Chuck Berry. Wherever Joanna performs, the jaws drop & people comment that they can’t believe she can take the Electric Harp to that level.
Johannes Linstead – Guitar of Fire
From being named “Guitarist of the Year”, to winning six “Best Album” awards, to four top-ten Billboard charting albums, to top-ten radio airplay, Johannes Linstead has become recognized internationally as one of the best selling guitarists and composers in the Instrumental and World Music genres. Johannes is an “Influential Artist” with Yamaha Corporation of America, the largest musical instrument manufacturer in the world. On stage and on his recordings, Johannes lets loose a fiesta of Spanish guitar magic!
The Dance Company
The Dance Company was founded in 2001 by Company Director Vanessa Engel. Focused specifically on the corporate event industry, it quickly gained a foothold in this demanding and competitive industry. Ten years later, event planners, show producers, resort owners and television producers look to The Dance Company for our outstanding service and professionalism. The Dance Company from small dance productions to now include every aspect of entertainment for any event, from greeters at the door, freeze pose models, shadow dancers, body paint models to full scale productions including singers, dancers and musicians. We create an event experience that is customized to suit event themes, venues and clients special requests. To use an old cliché – a one stop shop for entertainment.
Jarod Preston – High Voltage DJ
High Voltage has been moving feet and melting minds since 1992. His style is a unique blend of rock and dance, aimed directly at the dancefloor. High Voltage keeps a keen eye on trends in underground music, and believes the future of music lies in fusions and hybrids. High Voltage likes to provide an interactive experience. He likes the challenge of taking requests whenever he can fit them in and plays new versions of recognisable tracks too. Many Toronto area clubs have hosted High Voltage performances such as Neutral, Nocturne, The Reverb, The Funhaus, and Velvet Underground.
Party Cinemas
One of the premiere products we offer. A Video Dance Party! We have compiled the best VJs/DJs to bring your event an amazing performance. Each of our DJs has an area of expertise: Youth Dances, Adult Dance and Club Style events. Party Cinemas also hosts monthly Community Youth Video Dance Party events across Ontario. These monthly events help raise thousands of dollars a for various groups and organizations. Please visit our website dedicated to our Video Dance Party product to learn more about how you can fundraise with us or to obtain more details on events.
Burke Lawrence – “Bilingual Funny Guy” is our Master of Ceremonies
Burke Lawrence is a graduate of the National Theatre School of Canada. A native Montrealer, Burke specializes in bilingual emceeing for corporate and special events. Fluent in French as well as some Spanish he can speak with many foreign accents. With over 20 years experience in the event industry Burke has worked on hundreds of events for many large banking corporations, the automotive industry, I.T. and large pharmaceutical companies from Sales Meetings to Product Launches. He has been seen in many TV commercials both in the US and Canada. Television and film credits include The Bone Collector, Call of The Wild, Flashpoint, and Mayday.
