Dana Butler Artful Celebrations
Chung Do-Lindy Chung Production
Valentin Gheorghe Jean Valentin Photography
Seth Heitzenrater Student
Gail Kaye Philly Event Group
Jamie Kennedy Seamless Events
Patricia Lewis JEVS Human Services
Cindi Olsman Puppets On Parade
Kathy Stanley The Hub
Kurt Titchenell Brandywine Valley Talent
Jason Weldon Synergetic Sound & Lighting
Wendy Zoffer Princeton Music Connection
Thank You to our 2008 - 2009 Sponsors:
Check-out what's FRESH on our website:
Photo Gallery Take a look at our past meeting photos!
Job Bank Need a New Job?
Thinking about entering the field of special events or meeting planning?
Looking for a new candidate to fill a position?
Take a look and see if you may find that extra help you were looking for or post a resume online at the Job Bank.
Sponsorship Program 2008-2009 Take a look (PDF version) at what sponsorships are available throughout the Chapter year.
Great ways to "Get In...Get Involved...Get Back"
There are still great opportunities to brand your company in 2009. Contact our Chapter Office for more details.
JOIN ISES
Contact our VP of Membership, Sandy O Fergus at membership@isesphila.com
Sandy and her committee will assist you with any questions you might have about ISES and benefits of joining.
Submit a Newsletter Article Do you have a new hire? Has your company just expanded? Did your company just complete an incredible event and you would love to share this with your colleagues? If so, please feel free to submit any newsletter articles or press releases that you feel would benefit other members of our Chapter to our Newsletter Editor-
Dave Williams at newsletter@isesphila.com
"Get In, Get Involved and Get Back" CSEP Information
What is Certified Special Events Professional (CSEP)? The CSEP designation is the hallmark of professional achievement in the special events industry. It is earned through education, performance, experience, and service to the industry, and reflects a commitment to professional conduct and ethics. The CSEP designation is awarded by the International Special Events Society (ISES) and its Certification Committee. ISES is the only international umbrella organization representing professionals in all disciplines of the special events industry. Education and a commitment to professionalism are cornerstones of ISES. Why Should I Be Certified? The special events industry has experienced phenomenal growth over the past several years and is changing at an even faster pace. Today, special events are more challenging and require a level of professionalism equal to none. Become a recipient of the CSEP designation and set yourself apart from the competition. Please refer to the ISES website for more information. For questions regarding the CSEP program contact ISES Headquarters at 800.688.4737, 312.321.6853 or info@isesphila.com
Committee Sign Up
If you want to get the most out of your ISES membership the best way is to GET INVOLVED. Please talk to any board member for more details at the next meeting.
WOW - who knew that one year could fly by so quickly? It seems like just yesterday that I was sworn in as President and had an ambitious list of tasks to accomplish in 365 days. Well with the support of the 2008-09 Board, this chapter has managed to accomplish a great many of those tasks.
Our Membership has grown to well over 200 members and we have produced an online PDF Membership Directory in an effort to be more "green" and to aid our members in their endeavor to work more with one another.
Our Communication has improved internally through the use of an application called the GroupHub and externally through the new format that the newsletter is distributed via email for ease of opening on Blackberry devices.
Our Programs and Education this year have been a great success! We have had visits from celebrities in the industry including: Chef Roland Mesnier, retired White House Pastry Chef and Ira Mitchell-Steiman, Event Industry Decorator guru. Many of our other monthly meetings included a five star panel of experts speaking about the economy and an open "mic" lunch meeting format which highlighted our own members sharing their depth of industry knowledge with the audience.
Our Special Projects included our annual Fresh! fundraiser with over 500 attendees and impressive "pod" spaces decorated to showcase what was new and fresh in the industry, as well as our upcoming Liberty Awards Gala "Let Freedom Bling!" which was like going to a Special Event Conference Gala without the airfare!
We have supported our Breathing Room Charity this year again around the holidays to help those less fortunate than us that have been dealing with the effects of cancer so that they could take a moment to breath and find hope in their daily situation. We have also helped collect food and financial contributions for the Food Bank of Delaware which find themselves in constant need of items. Lastly, we have found the time to participate outside of our region and collected funds to purchase Nets for Malaria which will help save lives of the number one killer in Africa. The result of this drive has saved over 75 lives!
My most heartfelt thank you goes to all of our members who have been one of our sponsors this year. Whether it was a yearly sponsorship, a monthly sponsorship or a postcard sponsorship, your support of the chapter has been deeply appreciated. If you were a Fresh! or Liberty Awards Gala sponsor, our chapter thanks you for your participation as these events become magical with the talent and expertise you bring to the table. Last but not least, a huge thank you to the 2008-09 Board, committee members and student volunteers, we could not have been as successful this year without your hard work and dedication to the industry. Thank you for your support!
It was wonderful to see you all at the Liberty Awards Gala and 2009-10 Board Installation Ceremony where I passed the gavel onto incoming President Larry Ott. It has been my honor to have served you. Have a great summer!
“A Night at the Market”
Lauren Huezo, CSEP, GEP Philly
Best ISES Team
“A Merger of the Permanent Kind”
Sharon Dachino, Events by On Stage
and Off
Team Members
Nancy Bauman – Gala Cloths by Dulany
Dave Buckley, CSEP – Select Event Rentals
Phyllis Jablonowski, CSEP– Eventricity
Please congratulate our Presidential Award Winners:
2009 Gratitude Award - Michael Tannen, CSEP Volunteer of the Year Award - Marianne Blum 2009 Super Star Award - Dave Williams Member of the Year Award - Dave Buckley, CSEP 2009 Essence of ISES Award - Dave Buckley, CSEP 2009 Hospitality Industry Leader Award - Jim Cohn, Mid-Atlantic Events Magazine
Also recognized were the chair and co-chairs of 2009 Fresh! and Liberty Awards Gala
Dave Dickson/Sue Werb, CSEP
Dave Buckley, CSEP/Kris Sumey, CSEP
The 2009 ISES Esprit Awards Committee
would like to thank the exceptional ISES Members who submitted an entry for the 2009 ISES Esprit Awards. Each and every entry represented the high level of professionalism practiced by ISES members world-wide. You are all truly the best and brightest in the special events industry!
Be sure to congratulate the Philadelphia chapter members who entered individually as well as the folks who entered the Best ISES Team Effort categories.
2009 Best ISES Team Effort (Budget $75,000 - $200,000)
Nancy Bauman, Gala Cloths By Dulany
David Buckley, CSEP, Select Event Rentals
Jason Cataldi, CTS, IMS Audio Visual
Sharon Dachino, Events by On Stage and Off, LLC
Sandy O. Fergus, Sandy O Studio
David Fritz, CORT Event Furnishings
Phyllis Jablonowski, CSEP, Eventricity
Helen Shiffler, Creative Fun By Jean's Crafts
Kristina Sumey, CSEP, Event FX Productions, Inc
Michael Tannen, CSEP, T-TEAM Management
Kurt Titchenell, Brandywine Valley Talent
Jeremy Wasserman, Prestige Chocolates, Inc.
Sue Werb, CSEP, Simply Elegant Events, Inc.
Dave Williams, DVideography
2009 ISES Best Entertainment Production (Budget Under $25,000)
Sandy O. Fergus, Sandy O Studio
Support our Members!
At Eventworld 2009, two of our chapter members will be inducted; Kathy Deluca, CSEP, CMP as ISES International President and Dave Buckley, CSEP as Regional Vice President of the Northeast Region. Our own Sue Werb,CSEP will represent our Chapter on the Board of Governors for one more year.
Congratulations to Sharon Dachino for winning the 2009 Eventworld Scholarship in San Francisco, California! Read More
Join over 6,000 of your fellow ISES Members in our NEW online community
The NEW ISES Community hosts thousands of members from around the globe looking to connect with fellow ISES professionals in an attempt to create more efficient, more informed business decisions, projects and potential project leads.
Watch destination videos, see event supplier photo albums, join or start a topic or regional discussion group, and read member blogs (or start your own).
Post information about yourself, add optional media and marketing features, see how Planners are rating their services, receive Requests For Information, interact directly with professionals and your internal associates, and much more.
For all ISES members, the possibilities are endless.
Over 6,000 of your fellow ISES members are on the ISES Community and I look forward to seeing you!
David DeLoach, ISES President
What is the ISES Community?
The ISES Community is the professional and social network on www.ises.com,http://community.ises.com for ISES members. Whether you are looking to connect with your co-workers or find new friends and colleagues within ISES, you can get in touch with those who share your interest in the live event industry easily on the ISES Community.
How do I join the ISES Community?
All ISES members are automatically members of the Community. Just log into the website and go to the Community!
David's Tip:
Once you complete your online profile with a picture of yourself, your qualifications and experience and at least a few photos of your projects or services, join a group! This alone could generate more interest for your services - What are you waiting for?
A benefit was hosted on June 30th, for Ira Mitchell-Steiman who is battling cancer. Nancy Bauman, our Chapter President has written a message on behalf of the ISES PA Chapter to be included in the book which was presented to Ira at the benefit. For more information or to send your own message to Ira, please go to: iramitchellsteiman.com
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