Still not sure about Experience 2009? Check out this video. Experience! will offer the best networking our industry has to offer, and celebrity keynote speakers including celebrity chefs  Rocco DiSpirito and Marvin Woods.  Check out the video to see what it is all about!

The room block is selling quickly!
The Registration Deadline for  Experience! 2009 has been extended to July 15!

While at conference you can enjoy a session hosted by one of our own members ...

Join Stephanie Bradshaw for the Ultimate Design Experience!

Stephanie Bradshaw, owner of Bradshaw Interiors and one of the nation's most up and coming young designers, will host the Design Experience! You won't want to miss her flair for style, beauty and executing flawless events.

Stephanie Bradshaw is an award winning designer, photo-stylist, wedding and event designer and personal shopper. She delights in hosting parties, has a passion for paper and packaging and enjoys the thrill of finding the perfect dress for the perfect price.

Carl Brashears,Jr

Classic DJs

I have always really loved music!  I devoured my parent’s and older sibling’s music collections as a young audiophile.  I was often the guy at the party who was at the stereo playing whatever music set the right mood for the party to keep it rolling.  After graduating High School, I went to my first college dance and found my mailman moonlighting as a DJ.  I knew then that I could be good at that job.  In 1984 I took out a loan and bought my first set of equipment including some backbreaking speakers, a mixer and turntables. For the first few years I actually lugged about 12 crates of records around with me when I worked (I still have them!). 25 years later I still love what I do and instead of toting crates of records, I have over 50,000 songs on a hard drive (with my CDs as backup).  I’ve have a few clients hire me recently to bring my turntables and some classic vinyl tunes to give a cool, old school, aesthetic appeal to their event.

I love watching people react and have fun to the music that I play for them. I usually know what the reaction will be to a song before I play it from my many years of experience but I still get that energy rush when the crowd literally shrieks with approval upon hearing the beginning of a song.  I worked for about 12 years as a club DJ so I have a good gauge of the energy in the room at any given time and that really helps to format songs to move the party in the right direction.  Having played music for many exceptional events including weddings, dance clubs, fashion shows, theme parties and was even considered as the replacement DJ for the Ellen show in Hollywood, I’ve had some great experiences.  I’ve had the opportunity to meet and work with other great vendors, celebrities, politicians, sports icons and phenomenal clients too.  I am very lucky to have such a great job and equally blessed that I’m really good at what I do.

You can find out more about my services at www.classicdjs.com <http://www.classicdjs.com> or call me at the phone numbers listed on my site.

NACE – Baltimore Chapter

How to Tell Your Business Story in 30 Seconds or Less

Meeting Recap

Monday, June 15, 2009

On Monday, June 15, 2009 the Baltimore Chapter of NACE gathered for cocktails outside the Inn at the Colonnade.  The hotel courtyard was the perfect backdrop to enjoy sunny skies, balmy temperatures, reconnect with familiar faces and meet new folks.  Hors d’oeuvres by the new boutique bistro and wine bar, alizée, were enjoyed by all. 

Our group moved into one of the Doubletree hotel meeting rooms for a presentation by Ira Koretsky, The Chief Storyteller.  Ira read our group well and was able to interact with the audience asking questions like:  “What Do You Do?” and “What is your elevator speech?”  Throughout his talk, Ira challenged audience members to introduce themselves to new people and practice their own personal elevator speeches.  He gave practical suggestions on how to improve our “sales pitch” using keywords like “we” rather than “I”.

The Q & A portion of the program got appetites ready for dinner which was served in the tent buffet style.  The tables were lovely, dressed by Select Event Rentals in bright colors of pink and green.  Romance of Flowers delighted us with fresh, summer florals and alizee provided stations including: sweet and spicy calamari, tempura vegetables, sesame seared sea bass and bistro steak just to name a few.  A specialty lychee cocktail was also a big hit!

We are proud to have the best in the business help us each month and would like to thank our generous sponsors.  A big THANK YOU to the following NACE partners:

Inn and Spa at the Colonnade

alizee boutique bistro and wine bar

Badge Bulter

Entertainment Exchange

Kelly Burns Photography

Millennium Marketing Solutions

Romance of Flowers

Select Event Rentals

There is still time to register for the NACE National Conference in Charlotte, N.C.  We would love for you to join us!  There will be no local meeting this month, but please mark your calendars for our August 17, 2009 at the InterContinental Harbor Court Hotel.  Check out our chapter website for more information at: www.baltimorenace.net!

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

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

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.