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Hello Baltimore NACE Members!!!
It's July and it's HOT! I'm not just talking about outside - your Baltimore Chapter is HOT, HOT, HOT!!! Just a month away from the NACE National annual conference in Philadelphia, and we've got over 200 members!
Baltimore NACE is going strong - membership is steadily increasing; more members are actively participating on committees and considering Board positions for next year; programs are awesome and continue to bring in an amazing attendance - and that's just the beginning!
Your Board is working hard to keep this streak going. Please let us know what programs YOU want to see and what more you want out of your Baltimore NACE membership!!!
BTW - the Baltimore Chapter applied for (7) Chapter Awards, winners to be announced at the Experience! 2008 award gala in Philly in August. Keep your fingers crossed!!!
Sincerely,
Alicia Karoll
President, National Association of Catering Executives, Baltimore Chapter
Director of Administration & Facility Rental Coordinator, American Visionary Art Museum |
On Wednesday, June 25th, the Baltimore Chapter of NACE sponsored the 9th annual summer picnic for the children at the St. Vincent’s Center. Every year, the 70 children, ages 3 to 13, and their 30 counselors look forward in great anticipation to this fabulous event. It is one afternoon where they can just be kids having fun in the summertime, no pressure, no lessons. It is amazing to witness the joy in their eyes. They can’t believe that we take the time to do this just for them.
Over 45 Baltimore NACE members volunteered their time and provided all the food and entertainment for this great event. Here is what Tammy Stone had to say about the event: “There is truly nothing more rewarding then seeing them smile. Even if I did have a rough time getting the orange polish with silver sparkles off my nails!” We had great picnic food including hamburgers, hot-dogs, salads, mac and cheese, chips and sodas. The desserts included cookies, cup cakes, brownies, cotton candy and snow cones. There was music, dancing, games, a moon bounce, a dance machine, rub on tattoos, fingernail painting, bubbles galore and face painting. I wish I could send pictures of all the happy faces on the kids. Below is a list of all the people that participated. They are all stars and the reason that the Baltimore chapter ROCKS!!!!
Vickie Preston Jerry Edwards Sherri Griffis
Tammy Stone Lee Johnson Debra May
Gia Magliano Bob Nelson Carmen Lennartson
Norlene Gensler Diane Mcguire Janet Caslow
Michele Hall Karen Liston Johari Barnes
Kaitlin Radebaugh Loren Lippman Doreen Tisone
Evan Reitmeyer Dan Hawkins Michael Horne
Kristin Reily Cynthia Griffith Eddie Wyngrat
Julie Brown-Edwards Alicia Karoll Ellene Pomerantz
David Pomerantz Arthur Remajon Randi Hilfiger
Tracey Buchanan Abby Fitzpatrick Michael Pachino
Latrice Dixon Lauri Dixon Dulany Noble
Leah Fox Tommy Fox Dale Fox
Chrissy Omeara Teri Mulican Petra Compel
John Hall Chet Fortune Carl Brashears
Ken Stern Renee West Giuli Cox
Daniel Raffel & Buster
Many thanks!!!
Dulany Noble
Community Service Chair |
As of July 1, 2008 we have 203 members. We are one of the Top 3 largest chapters in the country. Baltimore NACE Rocks!
Please help me welcome the following new members:
Michele Adamo / Michele Damon Events
Matthew Baker / Priceless Moments Videography
Nicole Enos / Pedestal Events Group
Cynthia Hergenhahn / I Did It Myself
Jennifer Hess / Humanim, Inc.
Quinette LeFlore / The Oceanaire Seafood Room
Michelle Riesz / Baltimore Marriott Waterfront Hotel
Jennifer Schuler / Wine Express
Lynn Sowers / WeddingScapes |
“Riding the Economic Wave”
Please join us for our July program on July 21st at Hilton Pikesville. This will be a luncheon meeting from 11:30am-2:00pm.
Is your company affected by the economy? Please join us for a presentation by Anirban Basu and learn about the economic influences affecting your business and when you can expect to take the next ride towards shore. His presentation will help you understand consumers change in spending as well as trends in the world, country and local economies.
Anirban Basu is Chairman & CEO of Sage Policy Group, Inc., an economic and policy consulting firm in Baltimore. Mr. Basu is one of the Mid-Atlantic region’s most recognizable economists, in part because of his consulting work on behalf of numerous clients, including prominent developers, bankers, brokerage houses, energy suppliers and law firms. On behalf of government agencies and non-profit organizations, Mr. Basu has written several high-profile economic development strategies, including co-authoring Baltimore City’s economic growth strategy. He currently lectures at Johns Hopkins University in micro-, macro- and international economics.
To register or for more information, go to
http://www.baltimorenace.net/meetinginfo.php?date=2008-07-21 |
July Community Service
This year we are doing our Back to School project in July! We are once again going to help my friend Michel Pratka who teaches art at the Doris M. Johnson High School, former Lake Clifton High School. Michel gave up a career in special events to dedicate herself to teaching art to underprivileged students. Her dedication persevered even after she was beaten by one of her own students two years ago. . She has few supplies and supplements what little she gets out of her own pocket. She would very much like to have unlined journals or sketch books and colored pencil sets for her 30 high school senior’s advanced drawing class. Michele hopes to help these students graduate with a real skill. To them, this means, “somebody cares”. Many asked, “Do we get to keep these? Can I take them home?” The journals were faithfully used and they were very careful not to loose them. Michel wrote me last year and said, “ The supplies you generously donated contributes to the education of the students in ways you can’t even imagine.” When you are doing your own Back to School shopping or when you are at the office supply store, please put a few extra unlined journals, sketch books or colored pencils in your shopping cart.
She is also looking for Manga comic books or graphic novels for studying drawing.
Dulany Noble
Community Service Chair
Dulany@galacloths.com |
The little details that make events, weddings and life so charming and fun!
Carla David Design believes it all begins with a vision and love for good design. We want to create something that is uniquely you. First we get to know each other, your ideas, your needs, personal flair, taste and style for your event or design project. Then the process of transforming your needs into reality begins. Our love for modern aesthetics and timeless sensibility is combined with our love for extraordinarily clean, elegant designs and fine printing techniques. Each client has a different need and each design we create is tailored to each client’s personality, and project goal. Our approach is friendly, honest, and professional and my goal is to make this part of your event planning, stress free, fun, and personable.
Carla started designing in high school. A love for paper, design, and creativity grew from small projects for friends to large scale marketing designs for companies and couture invitations for weddings. With a degree in graphic design, Carla has the foundation to make every design jump off the page with zing. Nothing makes me happier than to see a vision transformed from a simple thought to the ink on the paper. Carla David has 7 years of experience in the design world. 4 years as Art Director and Graphic Designer for the Fillauer Companies and 3 years providing design solutions for various corporate, small business, and individuals.
Carla jumped into the invitation world by mere accident. With the request of referrals for invitations, word of mouth spread and the invitation business started. More than just an invitation, Carla David Design provides a complete design experience allowing clients to express their personal style and sentiment with a look that is exclusively their own. Our goal is to make this part of your event planning stress free, fun and personable. All the work we do is completely personalized and one-of-a-kind, created especially for you and your individual occasion. We work with you to design the perfect representation of you and your event through collaboration and dedication.
Carla David Design continues to bring quality, professional, honest work through its graphic design services. Offering business logo, Marketing and branding identity, marketing collateral including direct mail, brochures, catalogs, tradeshow graphics, business cards and annual report.
Awards and Accomplishments
2007: Several brochures shown in “Big Book of Brochures” by David E. Carter, August 2007
2006: Graphic Design USA, In-House Design Award for the Fillauer Companies Mighty Mite Brochure |
August 3-6, 2008
Philadelphia, PA
Loews Philadelphia Hotel
Welcome to Experience! 2008
Like other catering and special event professionals you are anxious to sharpen your skills and make a lasting impression with your clients. Discover new ideas, fresh trends and build your network of contacts at this premiere industry educational event. Experience! 2008 offers a wealth of opportunities for networking, learning and professional development. It is the perfect event for on-premise caterers, off-premise caterers, event planners and industry vendors/suppliers.
About Philadelphia
A big thank you to NACE’s Philadelphia/South Jersey/Delaware Chapter for hosting this year’s event!
The NACE Philadelphia/South Jersey/Delaware Chapter is proud to welcome you to the City of Brotherly Love, home of the Liberty Bell and site of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Philadelphia is a vibrant, friendly city with endless choices. No matter what you crave - museums, gardens, sports, shopping, science, architecture, dining, music or history - you will find countless options in Philadelphia and the countryside. Learn more at http://www.philadelphiausa.travel/nace and get the most out of your visit!
Hotel and Travel
The official conference hotel is the Loews Philadelphia Hotel located at 1200 market street, Philadelphia, PA 19107. Our room rate is $179 per night (single/double occupancy) and you can make your reservation today by calling 215- 627-1200. Reservations must be made by July 2, 2008 to receive the conference rate.
NACE Marketplace
Don’t forget to visit the Marketplace on Tuesday. Join your catering peers to experience the latest in catering and event products and services.
CPCE Exam
Be the first to take the updated Certified Professional Catering Executive exam, leading to the most coveted certification in the industry – the CPCE. Establish yourself as a successful and sophisticated professional at Experience! 2008. Check www.NACE.net for more information.
Registration
There are two ways to register:
Mail your completed registration form along with a check (US funds only) payable to the National Association of Catering Executives, to NACE, 9881 Broken Land Parkway, Suite 101, Columbia, MD 21046
Fax your completed registration form including your credit card information to the NACE Headquarters at 410-290-5460. |
My Wedding….My Wine” Wine Catering 101
Sherri Griffis and Casey Riley, our hostesses from Baltimore Marriott Waterfront were the mostess! The already beautiful venue was embellished gorgeously by Petra Compel of P.W.Feats, featuring linens from Dulany Noble and Guili Cox at Gala Cloths by Dulany. The cocktail hour and program were in traditional, beautiful Wedding White.
The evening started with an hour of networking over signature drinks, including the Blushing Bride Cosmo, Grinning Groom Mojito and Something Blue, compliments of Diageo Spirits, Moet Hennessy and Stirrings Mixers.
To celebrate NACE turning 50, a toast was given by the Grandfather of Baltimore NACE, Jerry Edwards, CPCE with Chadon Rose Champagne from Moet Hennessey USA. Our guest speaker was Tim O’Hare, National Education Director, Charmer Sunbelt Group. Mr. O’Hare made it perfectly clear that the wine you prefer is the correct wine to drink. Pair the food and wine yourself to your taste. There are all kinds of theories out there to judge wines, but your own taste is ultimately the best.
The Indian themed Wedding Reception Dinner was in hot jeweled colors, cloths by Dulany, and dancing with candles and decor ala Petra! Ronald Poust, Flowers by Chris, designed beautiful centerpieces that were just perfect in color and design. To enhance the room, chavari chairs were supplied by Stephanie Bradshaw and Kelly Andres at Select Event Rentals. It was worth the extra time and details to make the evening special. It was a shame not to have a real wedding that night!
Sweet. a bakery and café created a beautiful 50th Annivesary Cake that tasted as delicious as it looked! Thanks to Chris Sikora and Tracy Buchanan for making the celebration extra special.
The music, compliments of Vickie Preston at the Entertainment Exchange, turned many of the NACE Members into belly dancers for the evening….come on you know it was you! Millennium Marketing Solutions kicked the celebration off with great invitations. Debra May even had our individual names floating in the wine! When reading this please check the Baltimore NACE website for photos of this evening by Arthur Remanjon Photography, Arthur himself. |
Member News - Big Steaks Management/Havana Club
On June 9, 2008 the Havana Club in Baltimore City received approval for a waiver from the Clean Indoor Air Act (CIAA) of 2007, making Havana Club the only venue in Baltimore City with an exemption that allows smoking.
“We were very pleased to receive the good news this morning about the exemption, allowing Havana Club to return to its original business model,” says David Sadeghi COO of Big Steaks Management. “We fulfilled all criteria in our application for the CIAA exemption and we are thrilled that the city and state have seen fit to grant us approval.”
Under the conditions of the waiver, Havana Club will provide all of its employees an option to work in another Big Steaks Management venue. Furthermore, Havana Club will provide clear and conspicuous health information for all patrons posted at the entrance to the Havana Club on the health effects of smoking and second-hand smoke. The exemption is valid through January 31, 2011.
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