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Just don't give up trying to do what you really want to do. Where there is love and inspiration, I don't think you can go wrong.
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Welcome to fall! September is a historically tricky month weather-wise for Baltimore - a steady mix of Indian Summer heat, fall days, and remnants from distant hurricanes in the South! Enjoy the weather rollercoaster as we gear up for the busy event industry fall!!!
I am still riding high from our big wins in Philadelphia last month, and I can't wait to celebrate with members at our Members Only Happy Hour on September 3rd! If you can't make it that night don't worry, we will definitely recap Experience! 2008 at the September 15th NACE program at Belmont Conference Center.
Hope to see all you members - and guests - soon!
Sincerely,
Alicia Karoll
President, National Association of Catering Executives, Baltimore Chapter
Secretary, Chapter President's Council, NACE National
Director of Administration & Facility Rental Coordinator, American Visionary Art Museum |
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BALTIMORE CHAPTER OF THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF CATERING EXECUTIVES WINS CHAPTER OF THE YEAR
The National Association of Catering Executives has awarded the Baltimore Chapter with the Chapter of the Year award, for chapters with 100 members or more. The award was one of the most prestigious given at Experience! 2008, the annual NACE conference in Philadelphia last month.
The Baltimore chapter, with nearly 200 members, also received awards for Community Service of the Year, and Fund Raising Event of the Year, both for chapters of 100 members or more.
NACE Baltimore’s Community Service consisted of 12 monthly projects throughout the year, including the annual St. Vincent’s Center picnic and decorating a tree for the Kennedy Krieger Festival of Trees.
The 4th Annual UNCORKED!, NACE Baltimore’s fundraiser in October 2007 at the American Visionary Art Museum, won Best Fundraiser for the 2nd consecutive year.
In addition, Baltimore chapter president Alicia Karoll, who is Director of Administration & Facility Rental Coordinator at the American Visionary Art Museum, was elected to the Chapter Presidents Council of NACE.
“We’re thrilled with the national recognition of our chapter,” Karoll said. “NACE is the most important source of programming, education and networking for catering and event professionals here in Baltimore and nationally.” |
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Dan Watson-Bey is a member in good standing of the Baltimore NACE Chapter, former 2nd Vice president of Membership and current Secretary of the Greater Philadelphia, South Jersey and Delaware Chapter of NACE. Dan owns and operates East Hill Video Production Company, located in Lansdale, Pennsylvania, servicing the North American continent. Most people may recognize Dan as the tall guy that always has a video camera capturing events at National Conferences, or you may know him as “Randy Jackson,” one of the judges of the 2007 “NACE Idol” fundraising event, or from his lovely wife, Evelyn, nicked named, “NACE’s Dancing Queen” by some. Dan has two children, son Daniel Jr., twenty-six years old, and daughter, Maedea, twenty-four years old.
Dan has been an active member of NACE since January 2002. He has served on several committees both with his two local chapters, as well as nationally. He served as a Hospitality committee member, Membership Chair, 2nd Vice President of Membership, RSVP and badge chair, and Secretary for his Philadelphia/South Jersey/Delaware Chapter over the past six years. In his leadership role Dan started a few initiatives that helps acknowledge members accomplishments and get members motivated to attend the monthly meetings, including an Ambassadors program and the Anniversary Awards for special Anniversaries 1st, 5th 10th and 30+.
In the Baltimore chapter he has provided A/V support for many meetings and assisted in any way where his expertise calls. He also served as Co-Chair of the UNCORKED! Marketing committee, where he generously donated his time and expertise to create five “Save-the-Date” video email clips for “UNCORKED, An Enchanted Evening.” He has also produced recap videos for the internet for the UNCORKED! Event and a meeting held in 2007.
He is also on the Membership and Marketing committees of National NACE, where he has weighed in on the 2006, 2007 and 2008 Membership Campaign Materials, including the logo change. He has produced video blogs for the 2006, 2007 and 2008 NACE Conferences, which were used by Chapters across the country, in Hawaii and in South Africa, to better explain what the NACE experience is like. Dan was also Co-Committee chair for two events during the 2008 NACE Experience Conference in Philadelphia.
Dan often visits other NACE chapters around the country when he is in town for business or pleasure. In 2007 Dan attended chapter meetings in Atlanta GA, Dallas TX, and San Fransisco, CA. He travels to Baltimore MD each month to attend the monthly chapter meetings as well as his local Philadelphia, PA monthly chapter meetings.
Dan has also lent his services to his local videographer’s association, GPVA, serving three years as Vice President, where he mentored many up-and-coming video producers and made many friends along the way.
Dan is very generous with his time and he loves to share his knowledge and expertise with others. He is the video instructor for the PA ballet’s Outreach Program in Philadelphia, PA, and served as a “Big Brother” to two children through the Big Brothers & Sisters Organization for seven years. He is currently a national poster spokesperson for the Big Brothers and Big Sisters Organization, and you can see his image on billboards around the country and at your local “Jack-n-the-Box” restaurant!
Dan taught Drama and Music to students in sixth through eighth grade at the Wissahickon Middle School in Ambler PA for 11 years in their after school program initiative to give children a productive alternative to the streets. He currently works with the world-renowned Pennsylvania Ballet’s Outreach Program teaching Middle School students how to capture the behind the scenes activities of the School’s Ballet experience.
Dan has built many lasting relationships in the NACE organization around the country, and it was through these relationships that he has helped many with their visions. Dan has helped many NACE members with their image by helping them produce promotional clips for their websites, company training and helping produce entrance contest videos for network TV shows. |
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| “Protecting our environment....One event at a time”
On September 15th, please join us for an evening of Organic Elegance as we discuss everything you needed to produce an environmentally friendly event. Our panel of expert speakers will cover everything from organic foods, environmentally friendly produced beverages, eco-friendly décor plus a whole lot more....These spectacular speakers will educate you on all the ways you can plan an event leaving people green with envy.
- Galen Sampson, Executive Chef and Owner, The Dogwood Restaurant, Dogwood Gourmet and Dogwood Deli
- Lynne Forsman, Board Member of Green Meetings Industry Council and Management Consultant, Nautical Destinations
- Andi Frisbie, Event Producer and Green Event Specialist, P.W. Feats
This event will take in place in the beautiful gardens of the Belmont Conference Center under their tent. Although there is flooring in the tent, please wear appropriate shoes for walking in the grass areas surrounding the tent. Dress appropriately for the temperature. Cotton-wear encouraged. |
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| September Community Service – Success in Style (SIS)
Clean out your Closet and Re-cycle those clothes! Success in Style serves women on the road away from crisis and toward self-sufficiency. SIS provides women with appropriate business attire, practical fashion advice, interview counseling and other essentials for success. By helping these women, you benefit their families, their employers and ultimately, our whole community.
Please bring in your gently used professional, business attire, handbags, briefcases, jewelry and accessories. Make sure everything is like new and clean. They can also use new, unopened cosmetics. For more information, please check out their web-site: www.successinstyle.org |
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A letter from Michel Pratke, Doris M. Johnson High School
An update on my art classes...I have a lot of boys this year and we are off to a great start. They love the Manga books (thank you, Mr. Geppi!), and they are trying their hand at drawing the characters in their sketchbooks. The bold graphic style is easy for them to copy, so they are feeling quite successful in their efforts. Their first assignment is to create a Manga character based on themselves. They also have to write a one page report on their character and list such particulars as their name, superpower, weaknesses, friends, pets, childhood, etc. They are very enthusiastic about the assignment, and no one grumbled about the writing component.
As always, your continued support lets me do so much more with my classes. This year I am teaching five sections a day with a combined total of over 100 students! Doris M. Johnson High School now has an "interim" principal who has delayed any kind of funding for art supplies, so this year your generosity means more than ever before. |
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| 2010-07-25: Job Opening – FACILITY RENTAL COORDINATOR
The American Visionary Art Museum is in search of a full-time Facility Rental Coordinator.
Primary responsibilities include –
- Market facility for rentals through advertising, networking and special events
- Provide all rental information to potential clients, schedule site visits, keep master calendar and handle all contracting of rental events
- Maintain updated database of clients and vendors; maintain working relationship with area catering and event professionals
- Schedule AVAM event and security staff for all rental events
- Responsible to coordinate Museum events; handles all BEOs & RFPs, catering, menu selection, staffing, coordinates all rentals, including linen, china/glassware/flatware, etc.
Job Requirements include -
- College degree in Marketing, Communications, Business or related field.
- 3+ years experience in Marketing and Event Planning; knowledge of Hospitality/Food & Beverage Industry
Computer skills – Microsoft Office/Word/Excel, FileMaker Pro, iCal, etc.
Knowledge of spreadsheets and budgeting
- Detail-oriented, organized, ability to multi-task
- Customer service skills
Salary – based on experience
Benefits – health/dental insurance, vacation/sick leave, 403B retirement
Please send cover letter and resume to:
Donna Katrinic
American Visionary Art Museum
800 Key Highway, Baltimore, MD 21230
443-874-7252 fax
donna@avam.org |
| 2010-03-09: We are seeking a highly motivated wedding and event sales professional to help grow our very reputable retail floral boutique and get ready for our big move from Canton to Roland Park. This individual must be knowledgeable in all aspects of floral design and customer consultation as well as possess a proven sales-closing track record. The successful candidate will be self-motivated, energetic, and driven to make sales while routinely exceeding our customers’ expectations. Duties will also include design and daily orders. Knowledge of Excel and Mac Mail a plus!
Please have applicant send resume - amy@crimsonandcloverdesigns.com |
| 2010-01-08: Chair Covers & Linens Territory Sales Manager
Responsibilities:
The Baltimore Territory Sales Manager engages in sales strategies to meet and exceed assigned goals. This person aggressively identifies, pursues, and maintains new accounts, while maintaining the existing client base. This individual represents the organization in industry related events and within the event industry.
Requirements:
• Associates or Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Must have proven sales and performance experience.
• Must possess superior customer service skills.
• Experience within the event industry preferred.
• Must be a proven self-motivator, with self-guided disciplines.
• Must have the ability to work with little to no supervision, along with the ability to work within a team environment.
• Must possess above-average computer skills.
All qualified applicants should e-mail a resume, along with salary requirements, to Kristen@linenhero.com. |
| 2009-10-21: Katie Llewellyn-Rachanow formally the Director of Events at the Hippodrome theatre is seeking employment in the Special Events Industry. She has experience in facility management, planning, catering sales, event design, facilitating multi-disciplinary teams and creating positive work environments. Proven track record in meeting and exceeding business targets.
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2009-05-28: Baltimore’s Tremonts – The Tremont Grand and Tremont Plaza All Suite Hotel is looking for a Catering Sales Team Player for Baltimore’s most unique venue. The vacancy is due to an internal promotion. Experienced FUN individuals please submit your resume to Julie Brown-Edwards jbrown-edwards@tremonts.com
Make it a Grand week! |
2008-09-11: GROUP SALES ASSOCIATE
The Maryland Zoo is seeking an enthusiastic individual to fill the position of Group Sales Associate. This person will be responsible for all aspects of administrating Group Sales including but not limited to fulfillment of requests for information, distribution of information through mailings, email & phone contact, liaising with clients, collecting payments, management of database, preparing sales reports and assisting the Group Sales Manager in achieving sales goals. The qualified individual will also prepare invoices and purchase orders, collect payments, and manifest all group sales including group permits, consignment tickets & facility rentals. In addition, this person will provide sales recap of sales activity, activity report, and group visit schedule & facility rentals on a weekly basis. The Group Sales Associate will insure appropriate inter-department communication for all groups/events as directed, communicate clearly with clients regarding deliverable product before, during and after visit/event, and send evaluation letters to clients following visits/events.
Minimum Qualifications:
College degree or minimum of 3 years experience in related field preferred; Minimum of two years of customer service experience necessary; Knowledge of computer programs including MS Outlook e-mail and MS Office; Up to two years of Sales experience an advantage but not necessary; Valid MD Drivers License; Standing and/or walking up to 100% of working time; Walking, bending, climbing, reaching, lifting, moving and carrying packages weighing up to 75 lbs; and, Working outdoors in any weather conditions.
Contact: Amy Morrill
Email: humanresources@marylandzoo.org
Email Subject Line: Zoo Employment-Group Sales Associate |
2008-08-01: Opportunity available for a floral designer at Bellisimo Flowers in upscale Maple Lawn. Looking for someone with creativity and a spark for contemporary flare. Flexible hours and beautiful location.
Please call Malika 410-905-9378 or Tatiana 571-237-2662. Check out www.maplelawnmd.com for more information about the area and www.bellisimoflowers.com for our website. |
| 2008-09-08: Sheraton Inner Harbor Hotel - Catering Manager
Job Number: 60071460
To Apply Contact: http://www.starwoodhotels.com/sheraton/careers/search/country.html?country=US
Description
The Corporate Catering Manager is a key sales position, responsible for maintaining existing catering accounts as well as actively soliciting new business. In this role you will foster relationships with meeting planners, corporate contacts, as well as contact within the local social markets in order to meet or exceed revenue goals. This individual also oversees client functions to ensure customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will be passionate about event planning and committed to educating themselves on current food & beverage trends. Starwood Hotels & Resorts is dedicated to maintaining the highest reputation within our industry and the Catering Sales Manager must be able to sell and keep that promise for the property. Candidates may be called upon to work extended workweeks, including weekends, to accommodate a client's needs as well as any functions they are overseeing. Starwood prides itself as a "promote-from-within" organization and opportunities for advancement may present themselves for a successful Catering Sales Manager. This position reports to the Director of Catering & Convention Services and is held accountable for quarterly sales goals.
Qualifications
High school or equivalent education required
Bachelor's Degree preferred.
Minimum of two years of Hotel Catering Sales experience.
Primary Location:USA-MD-Baltimore-Sheraton Inner Harbor Hotel
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: Variable
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