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| I would like to wish all NACE members and guests a heartfelt HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!! It's the time of year for family, food, fund and, hopefully, some rest! I'm looking forward to seeing all of you in 2009!
Sincerely,
Alicia Karoll
Director of Administration & Facility Rental Coordinator, American Visionary Art Museum
President, National Association of Catering Executives, Baltimore Chapter
Secretary, Chapter President's Council, NACE National |
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UNCORKED! 2009
A Night at the Movies
Plans for the Baltimore NACE award-winning fundraiser UNCORKED! are underway! All members were sent a letter in the mail encouraging them to participate and showcase their business to the 300+ industry and community leaders, who will attend UNCORKED! on March 16th, 2009.
Be it donating a good or service, providing a silent auction item, designing a table for the decor competition, or creating a course to be paired with fabulous Francis Ford Coppola wines, there is plenty that you can do to showcase your talents. Proceeds will benefit the Maryland Food Bank, the Foundation of NACE, and educational programming for the Baltimore Chapter.
For more information, please contact Cate Buscher at 410.685.4765 or cbuscher@PlanItPerfectEvents.com |
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We're at 220 members and the Special Fall Campaign has been extended through December 31, 2008. If you need additional information please contact Vickie Preston, Director of Membership, Baltimore Chapter of NACE at 410-561-6798 or vickie@entertainment-exchange.com
Please help me welcome the following new members:
Sara Ballesteros, Fandango Productions
Melanie Brzozowski, Chef's Expressions
Anne Canosa, Select Event Rentals
Debra Flevry, Debi's Cake Studio
Paul Kountz, Chef's Expressions
Jamie Leboe, Jamie Leboe Makeup Artistry
Rachel Hoffberger-Shaw, Padonia Park Club
Gene Perkins, Perkins Productions
Jay Perskie, Perskie Photographics & Design
Vicki Rathell, R&R Events, inc.
Jennifer Rommel, Raimondi's Florist
Dante Taylor, Charlestown Retirement Community |
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Monday, January 12th The Hilton Baltimore
Member Recognition, 2008 Chapter Highlights and What to expect in 2009!
Please join us as we celebrate our successes in 2008 recognize our members in many ways.
* Who’s attended the most programs in 2008?
* Meet the real NACE families.
* Who are our local celebrities?
* Membership milestones recognitions!
We will also be inducting the 2009 board of directors. If you haven’t been involved, now is the time. Our award-winning chapter is at an all time high in membership, program attendance and community involvement. At this program, you will get highlights of what to expect in 2009.
To register or for more information, go to http://www.baltimorenace.net/meetinginfo.php?p_or_f=f |
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January Community Service – House of Ruth
The House of Ruth is one of the leading domestic violence centers, helping thousands of battered women and their children find safety and security that so many of us take for granted. www.hruth.org
The House of Ruth is in urgent need of diapers, sizes 4, 5, & 6, as well as Pull-Ups sizes 2T thru 6T. Please bring disposable diapers to our January meeting and we will make sure they get delivered to the House of Ruth. |
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Election Results are in!!!
As all of you know who voted it was a tough race for the 2009 NACE Baltimore Board of Directors, but we all got through it with your support! :-)
Here is your 2009 Board of Directors -
* President - Alicia Karoll, American Visionary Art Museum
* Vice President - Carmen Lennartsson, Baltimore Country Club
* Secretary - Renee West, BACVA
* Treasurer - Ryan Felps, Wedding Pros Online
* Director of Membership - Vickie Preston, Entertainment Exchange
* Co-Director of Programs - Debra May, Millennium Marketing Solutions
* Co-Director of Programs - Casey Riley, Baltimore Marriott Waterfront
* Event Professional Representative - Ellene Pomerantz, Write Style, Inc.
* Director of Marketing - Stephanie Bradshaw, Bradshaw Styling, Inc.
* Community Service Representative - Dulany Noble, Gala Cloths by Dulany
* Hospitality Chair - Michelle Hall, American Furniture Rentals
* Immediate Past President - Daniel Raffel, A la Carte Distinctive Catered Affairs
Don't miss the January 12th NACE meeting where we induct the new Board!!! |
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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
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| 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 |
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