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In this issue What’s New At MPI-NJ?
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
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MPI-NJ 2014 Board Retreat Page 5
After 5 Networking Event Page 67
2014 MPI-NJ Golf Outing Page 810
Shift or be Shifted Page 11
Sustainability - Our Responsibility Page 1213
Joining the Industry Page 15
The Lawyers are In Page 1820
Jack Panico’s Health & Beauty Tips Page 2224
Debra Roth Talks Page 2628
Awards and Scholarships Page 29
New, Transfer and Affiliate Members Page 30
MPINJ Strategic Partners Page 31
MPINJ Executive Board Page 32
MPINJ Board of Directors Page 32
MPINJ Committee Chairs Page 33
2014 MPI-NJ Events
“Commencement” I absolutely LOVE this time of year… It is a time for new beginnings. They call graduation commencement because it is a new beginning of a professional career for all the college and high school graduates. As I commence my first term as President of MPI-NJ, I think of all those who have served before me and boy oh boy – do I have some big shoes to fill! It is truly an honor to be allowed to serve our membership and as I think about the next year, I am super excited to be sharing it with so many people who I have called colleague, friend, and mentor. The beginning of summer here in NJ always brings back such great memories for me. It also got me thinking what an amazing state we live and work in! We have the beach, the mountains, the small towns, and bigger cities – all of which have fantastic meeting facilities. We have amazing food: Pizza, Bagels, Jersey Tomatoes, Blueberries, and Corn, and the classic Pork Roll, Egg & Cheese (or Taylor Ham for our North Jersey
OTHER INDUSTRY EVENTS
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Tuesday, July 29, 2014
Luncheon 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Educational Meeting “Succeeding in the Era of Disruption” Speaker: Dr. Lalia Rach, Founder & Partner, Rach Enterprises Stone House at Stirling Ridge 50 Stirling Road Warren, NJ 07059 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
2014 Showcase Conference & Special Events Stone Terrace Hamilton, NJ
August 2 – 5, 2014 MPI World Education Congress (WEC) Minneapolis, MN
peeps) – not to mention every kind of ethnic cuisine. Our diversity is what makes us so darn great! We have great industry: Pharma, Insurance, Manufacturing, not to mention the Associations and Non-Profit Businesses. We are a great MPI Chapter and together we are really poised to make some impactful changes in our industry… We have some really ground-breaking, gamechanging ideas that we will implement this year. Being servant leaders, the Board of MPI-NJ is focused on YOU – the member. Whether you have been a member for 6 months or 20 years, we have a desire to help you in any way we can. Look for more opportunities this year to learn, to network, and most importantly – get the tools you need to excel at your job. We will not be successful in this journey without your involvement. I am personally asking every member to dig deep and commit to some form of volunteering for your chapter. I understand the work commitments, the family commitments, and especially Continued on page 28
Tuesday, August 12, 2014 HSMAI Greater New York Chapter Industry Summer Bash Spirit of New York, Chelsea Piers, Pier 61, NY, NY
October 14 – 16, 2014 IMEX America Sands Expo Las Vegas
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ummer is here and things are heating up at MPI-NJ Chapter! Summer heralds the beginning of a new fiscal year including a new board, new VP’s and Directors, new objectives, new committee chairs, and new ideas to keep the Chapter exciting for you in 2014/2015. This “team” of committed volunteers is amazing…but we still need YOU! This is a perfect time for you to join a committee. We welcome new volunteers to bring enthusiasm, ideas, and assistance to the MPI-NJ Chapter.
holding educational programs at different locations once again. Stay tuned for more information to be posted shortly. Patty Stern, CMP, will now fill the position of VP of Membership. Patty brings knowledge, enthusiasm, and commitment to MPI-NJ Chapter. She is very connected and plans to work diligently to grow the chapter and bring you more value during the upcoming fiscal year.
Mary Lou Pollack will continue as VP of Communications. Her wonderful OnSite team “Golf 2014,” chaired by the WONDERFUL includes Paula Dellaluna (OnSite Chair), Carol Melissa Ullmann, was amazing! The day was Malinky, CMP (OnSite Editor) and Amber beautiful and spirits were high. Everyone had only great things to say. Melissa and the entire LaFrance (OnSite photographer). In addition, golf committee deserve big KUDOS for a job well Lisa Drake and Bruce Boillotat will be handling MPI-NJ chapter social media marketing all year. done. Check out the golf article and pictures To be up on the latest information, please join included in this issue! us on facebook, twitter, linked in, or pinterest. Our new President, Pamela Wynne, CMP, CMM is already off and running bringing new, cutting Carol Malinky, Director of Internal Communications, will be working closely with edge ideas to the chapter and working closely with all the VP’s and Committee Chairs! We are Mary Lou on our bi-monthly digital newsletter, OnSite. Remember, we are always looking for extremely lucky to have talent like Pam on the new articles or blurbs for OnSite. It’s a great Board! way to get your name out there and you will get Kaaren Hamilton, CMP, is back for one more points towards your CMP re-certification. year as VP of Administration. Kaaren will focus You can see our new Board in this issue of on managing our Past-President’s council, OnSite or read their bios on line at growing our committees and volunteers, and http://mpinewjersey.org/communities/ overseeing the Chapter’s By-Laws and Policies executiveboard. and Procedures. This is a huge and thankless job and we are forever grateful to Kaaren for Wishing everyone a safe and relaxing summer! taking this on. Todd Steinberg, CMP, will remain on as VP Finance along with Michael Brill (Director of Finance) and John Pursel (Director of Strategic Partnerships). In addition to coming up with new ideas for sponsorships, their expertise helps make our job at the MPI-NJ office so much easier. Kellie Cahill, CMP, will continue in her role as VP of Education. She and Director of Monthly Programs, Nancy Sutta Berns are working to bring you top speakers at every educational program. For this upcoming year, we will be
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MPI-NJ BOARD RETREAT 2014
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ur MPI-NJ Board Retreat was educational and inspirational thanks to our Facilitator, Doug Bolger of Learn2Solutions. We learned a lot, brainstormed new ideas and are ready to go for the 2014-2015 season. MPI-NJ Chapter President, Pam Wynne said, "The collective conscious of the Board is one of teamwork, servant leadership towards our members and leaving the membership in a better place through effective succession planning. We all feel very privileged to serve the membership and the retreat left us energized and excited to roll out Sales Manager and Patrick Ryan, Director of Hotel Sales. And, our sincere thanks to Brad C. Shanklin, the new calendar." Senior Director of Chapters and Membership from We would like to thank The Sands Casino Resort MPI, International Headquarters Bethlehem for sponsoring the MPI-NJ Board for joining us and providing an Retreat. A special thanks to Alyssa Lippincott, informational and motivational presentation.
Here’s where it all begins...Brainstorming session of the 18 month event calendar
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Delicious food, wonderful drinks and great networking for all who attended! Our sincere thanks to the Hilton Woodcliff Lake for sponsoring this fun event. A special thanks to... Debbie Ignelzi, Director of Sales Melissa Mazzella, Senior Sales Manager Megan Murphy, Group Sales Manager Adam Portnoff, Director of Catering Lisa Mays, Catering Manager John Moorhead, General Manager Scott Becque, Director of Sales and Marketing Brian Gessner, Director of Operations Michelle Elejalde,Corporate Sales Manager Chef Nick Lucci, Jr
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SEVENTEENTH ANNUAL MPI-NJ GOLF OUTING -
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he Seventeenth Annual MPI-NJ Golf Outing was held on June 26th at Royce Brook Country Club in Hillsborough, New Jersey. Golfers, sponsors, board members and spectators enjoyed a beautiful summer day and a great opportunity to support the Chapter. Over 138 golfers made up 36 foursomes to compete in the Scramble tournament raising funds for the MPI-NJ Chapter. In addition, over 163 golfers and supporters turned out later in the afternoon for the spectacular reception, dinner, Awards Ceremony and amazing Raffle prize event.
Thank you to our Golf Outing Sponsors: Anaheim/Orange County Visitor & Convention Bureau Baltimore Marriott Waterfront Boca Raton Resort & Club Caesars Entertainment Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group Chauncey Hotel & Conference Center Commune Hotels Conrad New York Foxwoods Resort and Casino Gild Hall, a Thompson Hotel Glen Cove Mansion Grande Lakes Orlando Hello! Destination Management Hilton Luxury Brands, Hilton Worldwide Hilton New York Hilton Orlando Hilton San Diego Sales Complex Hilton San Juan Collection Hilton Short Hills Hyatt Regency Orlando Las Vegas Convention & Visitors Authority Las Ventanas, A Rosewood Resort, Cabo, Mexico
Loews Hotels Loews Philadelphia Hotel Marriott International ME London Meet Puerto Rico Melia Hotels International MGM Grand Mission Inn Resort Mohonk Mountain House New York Hilton Midtown NYC & Company Ocean Place Resort & Spa Omni Dallas Hotel Omni Hotels & Resorts Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago Radisson Blu Warwick Hotel, Philadelphia Rosen Hotels Rosen Single Creek Rosewood at Baha Mar Rosewood Hotels & Resorts Rosewood Little Dix Bay, British Virgin Gorda & Rosewood Tucker's Point Bermuda
Sands Bethlehem Seaworld Orlando Tampa Marriott Waterside Hotel & Marina The 180 Group, Inc. The Beverly Hilton Thompson Miami Beach Tradewinds Island Resorts Universal Orlando Venetian/Palazzo Visit Orlando Visit St. Petersburg/Clearwater Visit Tampa Bay Waldorf Astoria Orlando/Hilton Bonnet Creek Westminster Hotel Wyndham Hamilton Park Hotel and Conference Center Wyndham Hotel Group Wyndham Orlando Resorts Wyndham Rio Mar Beach Resort and Spa Wyndham Shelbourne Wynn/Encore
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- LARGEST FUNDRAISING EVENT OF THE YEAR! Tournament Stats And the winners were...finishing in First Place was the foursome of Michael Basso, Chris Nyikos, Jason Wavro and Michael Fazio. In Second Place were Marc Hamel, Justin DiBianca, Marty Caffrey, and Keith Dilgard. And in Third Place were Gene Rurka, Joe Cascio, Nick Borzone and Dan Boutureira. Closest to the Pin Hole 15 : Chris Nyikos 6”2”. Closest to the Line Hole 6: Harold Rapoza Long Drive Hole 14 : Michael Fazio Long Drive Hole 16: Keith Dilgard
Golf Committee Congratulations and thank you to Golf Committee Chair, Melissa Ullmann, Wyndham Hotel Group, Sponsorship Chair, Betsy Grey, Melia Hotels International, Patrice Vanace, Golf Donations, Loews Hotels and Foursome Chair: Missy Madden, EastWest Connection. Ullmann praised the Golf Committee and shared credit with RBCC for the event: “We moved the outing back to RBCC as they are a true partner to MPI-NJ and Lynn Sexton, Director of Sales, has been a pleasure to work with.”
Golf Committee Members Beth Bauer, Hilton Hotels Worldwide Timothy Lescoe, Grand Lakes Orlando Missy Madden, East West Connection Olivia Phillips, East West Connection Celestina Sierra, CMP, Maritz Travel Jane Wooley, Impact Unlimited
Support Staff Patty Stern, CMP, Patty Stern Creative Todd Steinberg, CMP, Sonesta Collection Mike Tidwell, Stockton Seaview Hotel and Golf Club Continued on page 10
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(CONTINUED FROM PAGE 9) On Site Volunteers Chet Jasinski, CMP Bruce Boillotat Ashley Morgan (intern) Beth Bauer Gabriella Ong Olivia Phillips (intern) Natalie Longchamp (intern)
Here’s to the Sponsors The Chapter extends great appreciation to Title Sponsor, Kalahari Resorts , also to Mike Tidwell from Stockton Seaview/ Dolce Hotels and Resorts for donating the Grand Prize and to all our sponsors for Golf Holes, Grill Stations, Cigar Cart, Healthy Snack Cart, BottledWater Cart, Starting Sleeves, Bag Sponsors, and Pin Flags to make this the largest fundraising event of the year!
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SHIFT OR BE SHIFTED
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or years, you may have been vying for a higher position at your company, a thriving business, or just a better relationships where you’re respected, appreciated, and cared for. However, your goal may be evading you, driving you to feel like a failure. If this is how you feel or think, then I invite you to Shift or Be Shifted. Yes, you are a spiritual being having a human experience. Each spirit exists in a matrix where it pulls things toward it while repelling whatever goes against its worldview. In other words, it is you who attracts people, situations, and circumstances rather than the other way around. You’re already pre-wired to be brilliant; you just need to shift your brilliance to tap into this power. Why Shift Your Brilliance Once you shift your brilliance, you have more control over whatever comes your way, and you can define your future in the present. By taking over the wheel on the road leading to your destiny, you can navigate your life away from obstacles and ensure a smooth ride ahead. Other benefits you’ll reap by shifting include: • Letting go of whatever is keeping you back and embracing what will push you forward • Learning to find significance rather than seek success • Identifying your purpose in life and what role you play in every situation you go through • Boosting your self-confidence and realizing that you’re not the one damaged here—it’s the situation itself that is damaged • Discovering your passion for your job and going the extra mile • Building relationships with every side of your business transactions rather than just selling or buying • Uncovering the leader within regardless of your title • Connecting deeply with your company’s brand, discovering it thoroughly in the process and promoting it more effectively • Boosting your productivity because you actually care about your life and work These are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to what shifting can do for you. However, if you decide to let undesirable forces control your life’s journey, you’re bound to feel like a rag doll thrown from one situation into another.
7 Tips to help you Shift and Take Control of Your Life If you’re ready to take control and lead rather than be led, here are seven tips you should follow. 1. Stay optimistic and exude positive energy despite the surrounding negativity. 2.Work on being happy and become known for it. 3.Remember that there will be those who like you and those who won’t. Don’t waste your time running after the latter. Build yourself to become strong, and they’re bound to come to you. 4.Become more intuitive and tap into opportunities that are all around you in the matrix. 5.Operate with tacit knowledge, i.e., do what you do with confidence rather than just doing a task. 6.Repel inferior energy, especially while you’re building your own, or it will drag you down. 7. Remember that you may be alone, but you’re never lonely. The quicker you realize this, the less likely it will be for you to succumb to depression and other negative thoughts. So don’t let the world lead you. Take the steering wheel of your future firmly in your hands, shift into the right gear, and become the brilliant person you were created to be. Simon T. Bailey is a Leadership Imagineer and author of Shift Your Brilliance – Harness the Power of You, Inc. To find out more, please visit www.shiftyourbrilliance.com
Simon T. Bailey Leadership Imagineer Brilliance Institute, Inc. P.O. Box 2475, Windermere, FL 34786 Tel: 407-905-5063 Email: simon@simontbailey.com
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SUSTAINABILITY, OUR COL Kaaren learned that these standards were initiated by the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) driven by the goal of reducing their impact at EPA meetings and events. They engaged GMIC to help develop the standards with the guidance of ASTM International (formerly known as the American Society of Testing and Materials). The CIC was also brought in to ensure all standards are incorporated in the APEX initiative.
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f sustainability means the ability to keep going, continue into the future and have our planet do what it was designed to do; provide life, food, air and water, we need to fully understand the impact of our decisions and actions across all aspects of our lives. Let’s talk about the impact of meetings and events on the sustainability of our planet. The average meeting delegate produces 20 lbs. of waste per day while that same person produces 4 lbs at home. This includes water, paper, food waste, fuel, etc. When you add in the impact of getting to and from the event, it’s easy to see why many organizations have made it a priority to reduce their impact. Kaaren Hamilton, CMP / Vice President of Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, recently attended the Sustainable Meetings Conference that took place in San Francisco. This is the annual event for GMIC, the Green Meetings Industry Council. She was a ‘first timer’, and attending to make a presentation on behalf of her company to talk about a
meetings program they launched last year, Experience Meetings, which has a unique carbon offset component. GMIC has at its core, the mission of transforming our industry by increasing efficiency, reducing the environmental impact and improving the attendee experience. Much of the event was centered on the APEX/ASTM green meeting standards. This really makes sense if you think about consistently being able to measure and benchmark.
The standards were launched in 2013 and really provide a roadmap for both buyers and suppliers to implement sustainable practices. As expected with such a knowledgeable group collaborating on this, the standards are very comprehensive, but the message is clear; these are a set of guidelines that are meant to get us all speaking a common language and ultimately giving us the ability to develop an overall score, whether individually for a single event or venue.
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LLECTIVE RESPONSIBILITY and alignment with their organization are realistic and we now have significant resources to make the process manageable.
As a supplier, Kaaren was happy to see that the standards can be adopted by following a series of checklists, resources and templates which then form the documentation needed to communicate the overall score. Ultimately, the standards will create consistency so both buyer and supplier can approach sustainability collaboratively.
rural terrain, an East/West orientation of the building was established to provide more natural light, and all low VOC (volatile organic compounds) sealants, adhesives, and paints were used. A LEED certified project engineer was commissioned, and even the landscaping was planned so that water efficient plants and vegetation were used.
Some aspects of being an environmentally friendly hotel are obvious – automatic lights and faucets in public areas, garbage bins separate out garbage vs. recycling, and biodegradable supplies, but there are also some behind the scenes considerations. For example, Kaaren spoke to Sandra Romeo, Sales Manager of Hope Lake Lodge at Greek Peak Mountain Resort which is an award winning LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) resort. Sandy had said that when the lodge was built, it was designed to be positioned to naturally blend with the surrounding
As a result of being a new build and having ownership that were committed to being stewards of the environment, Hope Lake Lodge has numerous third party designations to market which communicates a unique value proposition in itself! However, it’s encouraging that all venues, no matter the age or design have the opportunity to drive efficiencies and create their sustainability value proposition with the new APEX/ASTM standards as a guide. The ways in which the planner can incorporate the sustainable goals of an event into the design principle, driving innovation
Melanie Pelouze Schmidt, Director of Sales at A&M Meetings and Incentives provided an innovative "green" and "CSR" idea. Melanie said, "Next time you plan an event, instead of expensive floral centerpieces, display planters during the welcome reception and let people plant herbs and vegetable seedlings. Enjoy them as centerpieces throughout the meeting and then donate them to a local food bank or charity. Your company name will live on long after the last attendee has departed and your reputation as a responsible organization will flourish". Our earth is a system whereby everything is connected. We need to apply care instructions across all aspects of life. Contributors: Kaaren Hamilton, CMP Vice President / Global Group Sales Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group Melanie Pelouze-Schmidt Director of Sales A&M Meetings and Incentives Sandra Romeo Sales Manager Hope Lake Lodge at Greek Peak Mountain Resort
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JOINING THE EVENTS & MEETINGS INDUSTRY
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o, how does one become an Event Planner?
Well, for me it started one evening while I was celebrating my friend’s 50th with over 100 other people under a tent. I was talking to a dear friend Michael and we starting getting caught up. For the past decade I had been the coowner of an executive search group with my husband. In fact, I had stopped what I loved which was PR to help co-found the business, something I thought would take a year max but instead took 10. I told Michael that I realized my passion for Event Planning accidently when I started planning my daughter's wedding with her via SKYPE. She lived 17,000 miles away in a third world country. Her Internet connections were spotty at best and that was on a good day. In fact, often she would have to plug her laptop into the actual island communications satellite on the outer islands in order to contact me. It was exciting, nerve wracking and joyous all at the same time. I truly enjoyed the creativity, logistics and challenges. I realized I had reinvented myself right into a new career and wanted to learn more. The following month I signed up for a Meeting and Event planning class led by CeCe Peabody from the Peabody Group at Brookdale College in Lincroft, NJ. There I learned things like meeting and event objectives, budgets, program development, site selection, negotiations and contracts, risk management, marketing and media as well as sponsorships. I enjoyed working in a team setting where we could share our ideas and creativity with one another. It was nice to go on site selections and interview the professionals on site. I graduated
5 weeks later with a certificate in my hand and started networking immediately. I joined Meeting Planners International (MPI) along with a few other associations, one of which was the Navesink Business Group (NBG) in Red Bank, NJ. NBG led me to an event they were planning. When they heard I was starting a new business in event planning they left some of the details for their next charity event to me. Before I knew it I was on a committee, writing press releases like old times, selecting a venue, calling old friends, reaching out to my media contacts and making new ones in this realm to see if they could help support me, contacting bands, thinking up creative sponsorship opportunities and more. I was putting in close to 25-30 hours a week and it was fantastic. The energy and enthusiasm from this dynamic group was wonderful and I was swept into this event called Waves of Support. Waves was a threepart campaign to raise monies for several communities and businesses that were directly hit by Superstorm Sandy. It was right up my alley and in my neighborhood too. The second Waves of Support event turned out great and I was humbled and proud to be part of something that had a great cause. The venue Windows on the Water at Surfrider Beach Club in Sea Bright was fantastic. While eating food from the 15 participating restaurants from Red Bank Flavour we could look out at the majestic Atlantic Ocean and taste food samples from many different courses and cultures. It was like being at a very chic food festival where all your senses were stimulated. The décor was classy yet beach oriented and was tastefully attained with touches from Michelle at Flowers on Front
in Red Bank and photographed by Steve and Kristen Adams from More than a Memory Photo in Toms River, NJ. There was outstanding colorful lighting by Joe Curiazza from This Is It Entertainment and lively entertainment by Xplosive Entertainment in Manalapan as well as the finest musicians from the East Coast, Brian Kirk and Gary Philips. The perfect musical snack! I am looking forward to the third Wave of Support Fundraising gala, “A Taste of Broadway on the Promenade” which will take place on Monday, September 22, 2014, at the historic Molly Pitcher Inn, 88 Riverside Ave, Red Bank, New Jersey. Some of the highlights include a silent auction, performances by The Broadway Dolls and several other spectacular musical performances, plus a sit-down dinner featuring selections from some of the stars of Monmouth County's culinary landscape. It feels good to do things that make people happy, including myself! I experienced personal growth and support from the professional networks that I have encountered so far. I have reignited a passion for this industry and I am told that it shines in my conversations with friends and family when I talk about what I am doing. When we positively position and promote our industry it becomes viral! It doesn’t get any better than that. Donna Beriont DNB EVENTSNew Jersey Donna@dnbeventsnj.com cell 732.859.1633 http://www.linkedin.com/pub donna-beriont/2/8a0/2a9
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t the MPI New Jersey May educational event, two lawyers were the speakers: Barbara Dunn, who represents groups and associations; and Lisa Sommer Devlin, who represents hotels. The lawyers presented a series of case studies based on actual meeting industry contract related disputes that they had handled. The presentation illustrated how even small drafting problems in contracts can lead to large disputes. The lawyers explained how better contract drafting could have avoided the issues. While contract drafting can be critical to protect the parties’ rights there are sometimes circumstances outside the contract that can have a large impact on the parties and the event, one of which is “Housing Pirates.� "Housing Pirates" are third party entities that identify likely attendees or exhibitors for an event and contact them to offer them guest rooms at rates below the official group rate. Sometimes the pirates are wholesalers or travel companies that have an allotment of rooms at the hotel to sell (but are likely violating their agreement with the hotel by selling the rooms to group guests). Unfortunately, more often the pirates have no rooms at the hotel at all and fraudulently induce attendees to prepay for reservations when no reserved room exists. Housing pirates hurt customers, hotels and attendees. Even though the hotel is completely innocent and uninvolved in the piracy, it creates chaos and upset when the victim shows up at the hotel only to be told that there is no reservation under the attendee's name. It hurts the customer as well, as not only does the customer have upset attendees, it also is losing room block pick up, which leads to loss of concessions that are tied to pick up and potential attrition damages. The
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UP REGARDING HOUSING PIRATES attendee loses the cost of the prepaid reservation, and since pirates often prey on attendees of high demand city wide events, the attendee may be unable to find an available room once the fraudulent reservation is discovered. How to fight the problem? Our lawyers give their insights... Lisa Sommer Devlin: The best way to prevent pirates from pillaging your attendees is to require all attendees to book their guest room reservations within the official group room block in order to be eligible to attend the event. There is a growing trend in the industry of either requiring attendees to book within the official block, or to offer incentives (like reduced registration fees or a ticket to a special event) for those that book within the block or impose sanctions (higher registration fees) on those that do not book within the block. If attendees are required or incentivized to book within the official block, they will not be lured away by the pirates. Imposing the policy will also reduce or eliminate the need for audits to identify guests who reserved outside the block, as well as the need for “rate integrity” clauses, among other benefits. For events that do not have such policies, it is important for the group and the hotel to work together to educate attendees about the dangers of pirates and to take swift action when pirating is discovered. When pirates are discovered, hotels will work with the group to try to stop the process. The hotel can send a letter to the pirate advising that the pirate does not have rooms to sell at the hotel and is not authorized to represent itself as working on behalf of either the hotel or the group. Experience has shown that like real pirates, housing pirates look for “easy pickins” and are more likely to move when challenged rather than stay and fight.
While groups often request clauses giving credit for rooms reserved outside the block, and many hotels will agree, remember that the hotel is not legally required to do so. Rooms reserved outside the block at lower rates do not meet the revenue commitment that the hotel was promised by the group when the contract was negotiated and concessions like complimentary rooms, suite upgrades, etc. were agreed upon. Barbara Dunn The best way to address housing pirates is through communication with the pirates, the attendees and exhibitors, and the hotels. Communication with the Pirates It is important for the group to provide notice of the pirate’s communication to its attorney. Typically, there is a legal basis for the attorney to send the pirate a “cease and desist’ letter on the group’s behalf. The legal basis for such demand often is that the pirate is misrepresenting itself as the group’s agent and that the pirate has infringed on the group’s trademark (if they used the group’s name or logo). The attorney’s letter should demand that the pirate cease all communications with attendees. This cease and desist letter should then ask the company to sign a letter of agreement to that it will in fact cease such conduct. Continued on page 20
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THE LAWYERS ARE IN The challenge in these situations from a legal standpoint, however, is that these pirates are often savvy enough to avoid a trademark infringement claim. Rather than using the group’s name and logo, they might simply say to an attendee, “Are you going to [CITY NAME] for the conference?” That way, they avoid use of the group’s trademark but still give the attendee the impression that they are calling on behalf of the group. Other legal arguments, such as intentional interference with contracts, may be difficult and costly to prove. Thus, it’s often the case that the group’s legal options are limited leaving only business options such as those outlined below. Communication with Attendees and Exhibitors My recommendation to groups combatting pirates is rooted in a well known sports saying: the best defense is a good offense. That is, the best thing the group can do if the pirates are contacting their attendees or exhibitors is to communicate with the attendees early and often about these pirates. It is important in such communication that the group advises that there may be companies which contact them to assist in making their reservations, that these companies are not authorized by the group, and provide them with the information as to the only authorized housing agent of the group. Here’s a sample communication: **Housing Alert: Annual Conference in CITY, STATE** In order to ensure the success of the Annual Conference & Expo in CITY, Group has negotiated and secured hotel rooms at three hotels in CITY which are conveniently located within walking distance to the Convention Center: HOTEL NAMES. Please note that Group and its service partners do not solicit hotel room reservations via telephone, email or fax. Group has recently been notified that there is a company which is soliciting conference attendees by telephone and email and is offering to make hotel room reservations for them. Please note that Group has no affiliation to this
(CONTINUED FROM PAGE 19) company and cannot ensure the integrity of the reservations process. Instead, attendees should coordinate their own hotel reservations directly through one of Group's official conference hotels. Communication with Hotels It is important that the group should notify the hotels contracted for its conference of the existence of the pirates as often they are unaware of the circumstances. The hotels can often assist the group with confirming whether reservations made via pirates have been accepted and may also be able to terminate distribution channels which permit the pirate to receive lower room rates. Further, the group should ensure that it will get credit for all room nights utilized by its attendees regardless of rates paid or method of reservation. This would include any rooms which are booked by pirates. The group should work with the hotel to compare its registration list with the hotel’s guest list to ensure all room nights are properly credited. Such calculations will have an impact in terms of complimentary rooms, commission/rebates and attrition fees. For more information, contact Barbara and Lisa: Lisa Sommer Devlin lisa@devlinfirm.com www.devlinfirm.com Barbara Dunn Barbara.Dunn@btlaw.com www.btlaw.com
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JACK PANICO PROVIDES HAIR AND BEA and beauty tips for Event Professionals. We all have major challenges with our hair in hot, humid weather. Can you talk about how to manage short, long, straight and curly hair in unforgiving, hot and humid climate conditions? What tips and products would you recommend? Jack Panico Owner CEO of Panico Salon & Spa
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s Event Professionals, we always want to look our best at an event. However, often times we travel to hot, humid climates that present challenges for our hair, skin and makeup. I had the privilege to interview a top name in the hair and beauty care industry, Jack Panico, owner of three Panico Salon & Spa locations in New Jersey (Ridgewood, Oradell and West Caldwell) and also has owned salons in South Beach, Florida. Jack was kind enough to provide us with hair tips for when we travel to events, product tips for hot, humid climates, and styles that will easily take us from daytime meetings to evening galas.
JP: Taming hair in hot, humid weather can be challenging, regardless of the length or texture. The key is to hydrate thirsty hair, starting with a good moisturizing shampoo and conditioner. Use a deep conditioner like Oribe Signature Masque once a week to give hair a fighting chance against unfavorable climate conditions. One tip our top stylists suggest is applying a product like Oribe Smooth Style Serum not only when you style your hair, but throughout the day to help smooth flyaways and add shine. Another word to the wise: don’t rush your blow out. Hair that is only partially dried will fight you all day long. Taking a few extra minutes to thoroughly dry your
hair will help your style hold its own throughout the day. Remember to blow down the shaft of hair instead of upward, which creates volume but also adds puffiness. If your hair is highly resistant to staying smooth, the best solution is to consider a keratin treatment. It not only controls frizz in heat and humidity, but because it lasts 3 to 4 months you’ll breeze through the entire summer worry-free. Always finish with Impermeable AntiHumidity Spray – it is our must-have product of the summer! CM: Jack - can you provide some tips and products for managing our skin and makeup all year round? JP: Proper cleansing and moisturizing is an essential first step – no matter what the season. Skin tends to be drier in the winter months, so I recommend using a gentle cleanser followed by a rich, hydrating cream such as Hydro-Complex PFS by Repechage®
Jack has been a featured beauty expert for New Jersey Life, Health & Beauty Magazine, and quoted by TheTodayShow.com, Channel 12, Salon Today, and Health Magazine to name a few. Be! Beauty Entertainment Magazine named Panico Salon & Spa #1 in New Jersey and #22 in the country. Jack's top stylists are called upon for fashion shows, trade shows, modeling competitions, and nationally televised "makeover" talk shows. CM: Jack, thank you for agreeing to provide valuable hair
Stars from “As the World Turns” at Panico Salon. From left to right: Kelly Menighan Hensley; Terri Colombino; Martha Byrne; & Jack Panico
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AUTY TIPS FOR EVENT PROFESSIONALS As the days heat up, many women find their skin shifts from dry to oily. Switch to a lighter moisturizer – maybe the same product in lotion form instead of a cream – and a water-based foundation. Panico's BB cream and tinted moisturizer are great warm-weather options that combine good-for-your-skin ingredients with ample coverage in a lightweight, oil-free formula. CM: What are the latest hairstyle trends and hair colors? JP: We are going through an exciting time as far as hairstyles are concerned. On any given day in my salons, you’ll see one client getting a beautiful short “shaggy” cut a la Jennifer Lawrence, and another client getting Great Lengths Hair Extensions for thickening and lengthening hair. The “crop” – which is a shorter, swingy bob – has been a big hit this spring, but styles have really run the gamut from classic to current and everything in between. It’s amazing how knowledgeable today’s clients are. The Internet has given them the tools to keep up with the latest trends, and they know exactly what they want when they come in to the salon. Color is all about special effects, with new techniques that create a more natural, ‘lived in” look. Even the typical “Ombre” is more blended and less two-toned as a result of the technique or application. Knowing where to place or infuse the color is where the magic happens. Balayage, a free-hand highlighting technique which can be soft and subtle or bold and bright, is now done on any length hair. And shine is a given – adding glazes to your hair color adds the shimmer that today’s hair color trends demand.
Oribe Event at Panico Salon. From left to right: Ken Daneyko; David Diehl; Jack Panico; Kim Alexis; Oribe & Anna Demidova
CM: Many Event Planners travel for a few weeks at a time. Can you provide a few tips/products on how to manage our hair in between colorings? JP: When you can’t get to your regular colorist, do not to take matters into your own hands. It’s better to wait than to put your hair at risk with do-it-yourself color. To manage your color between salon visits, use a sulfate free shampoo and conditioner, such as Oribe Shampoo and Conditioner for Beautiful Color, to help keep your color fresh longer and protect the condition of your hair. With today’s freer, softer highlighting techniques, much of the color is a bit off the root area. This is a great option for those who need to go longer between touch-ups. When your gray starts to show, there are several overthe-counter remedies that come in the form of crayons and powders. This will put a fresh spin on your style while keeping your regrowth out of sight.
CM: Many times we need to go from a 'day look' working the event in a suit or business casual look to an 'evening look' for awards dinners or gala events with maybe a half hour to quickly change our outfit and 'look'. Can you provide some quick change tips whether it be hair and/or makeup that can take us from day to evening? JP: Hair: When you’re making a fast change, keep things simple. For women with longer hair, one option is to start with a smooth, polished look for day that you can transform into an up-do with a quick twist and some strategically placed hairpins. Or use an iron (curling or flat) to add a few curls. You can also try the reverse: pull your hair up into a bun for work, then shake it out into loose waves at night. Give any length hair a lift with Davines Hair Refresher Dry Cleaning Mist, or add a touch of sparkle with a headband or jeweled clip. On your next salon visit, ask your stylist to show you how to achieve the maximum “wow” factor with minimal effort. Continued on page 24
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Cut-a-thon benefithing St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Makeup: For an easy and dramatic day-to-night switch, change your lip color. A beautiful red or fuchsia lip makes a glamorous statement. If you feel daring, opt for orange – the hot trend for spring/summer. When you have time for a touch-up, refresh your foundation using blotting papers to remove excess oil and dotting concealer where
you need it most – around your nose, under your eyes, your chin and between your brows. Then smooth a little cream blush on the apples of your cheeks and you’re good to go. CM: Event Professionals also work outside a lot at golf events, team building events, cocktail receptions, etc. Please advise the best way to use sunscreen and makeup. Is it best to apply the sunscreen first, then foundation, etc.? JP: Always apply sunscreen before applying your foundation for maximum protection. We recommend using oil free products on the face and neck to help prevent clogged pores, and be sure to choose a minimum SPF15 to block harmful UV rays. Remember to wait at least 15 minutes after applying sunscreen before going into direct sunlight.
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Panico's Mineral Liquid Foundation not only features an SPF and is oil-free, it has powerful antioxidants and minerals that protect and hydrate your skin year round – and it sets to a beautiful powder finish.
JP: Panico Salon & Spa has always placed a strong emphasis on giving back to the communities we serve. Each year our salons donate time, staff and services to support local and national causes that are meaningful to us, such as St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, YWCA Bergen County and Susan G. Komen for The Cure. Events include cut-a-thons, walk-a-thons and in-salon fundraising and awareness events. I am also the founder of Fashion & Beauty Week, a non-profit organization that hosts an international runway and lifestyle gala to benefit national charities. This unique crossindustry alliance between the fashion, beauty and entertainment communities – which has become the premier event of its kind –also helps to stimulate the growth of retail and service businesses throughout the greater New York area by providing opportunities for networking and generating valuable new relationships. Jack, thank you for taking the time to provide valuable hair and beauty tips to Event Professionals. Written by: Carol Malinky, CMP Event Director C.A. Malinky Communications & Events Tmalinky@aol.com 201-232-0110
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s an industrial designer, I need to be a keen observer of visual trends - from fresh ideas and new uses of materials to design styles. I’m always on the look-out for the “next big thing.” So, when I took 10 days to attend The Exhibitor Show, Global Shop and CaterSource/Event Solutions shows in Las Vegas, I was in heaven. In my world, according to me @pinkdeb, Las Vegas is less associated with gambling than it is with being the exhibit/tradeshow capital of the world!
The tradeshow industry continues to thrive; apparently the model still works as attendees visit trade shows to either purchase something, network among their peers and build or maintain relationships.
about the look, style and story they presented. I walked into the show with its founder and owner, Lee Knight, where we were greeted by an enormous, and impressive, largeformat graphic of a rock n’ roll legend... “I never thought I would see Jim Morrison (of The Doors) front and center at the Exhibitor show!” Although many of the exhibit booths had less real estate, the focus on design and impact through height, light, large graphics and new product demos created a buzz of energy and excitement on the floor. Story telling was a repeated theme, as shown in Group Delphi’s clever visual display. Skyline presented WindScapes with a live demo. And Blue Telescope’s museumlike display caught my eye, especially their mini-mapping!!
In addition to the storytelling trend, I observed techintegration through lighting, content, social media, and the counter-intuitive notion of “retro-future” where old things look new. For example, there was a print of an old object created with the newest technology. And print and fabric with silicon edge graphic (SEG and extrusion) are still going strong, and fabric that does not look like fabric could be seen for miles. I met with my Women in Exhibitions group where we discussed design trends observed at Euroshop 2014. Katina Rigall, from Classic Exhibits, shared her design observations from the varied uses of textures and shapes that also included repeated flat shapes creating volume and tech-integration. Next stop...Global Shop
I go to soak up some inspiration. So, for me, this journey to Las Vegas was primed – I would be attending three successive tradeshows in 3 distinct industries featuring 3 distinctly different targeted markets, all with an abundance of creativity!
My very first impression…I was pleasantly surprised.
A current backlash from the slick, highly-produced, digital, modern look, was evidenced by the abundance of more handwrought, home-made quality products and displays.
For the first time in a few years, exhibitors seemed to really care
Also spotted for miles…printing on fabric, light boxes, light boxes
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IGN TRENDS IN EXHIBITS AND EVENTS and more light boxes, all with dazzling screens with media rich displays.
found in the world of Visual Merchandising and in-store display.
As an artist who still makes things by hand, I‘m particularly drawn to similarly constructed elements. The use of paper and felt has emerged in the past few years, creating forms which remind us that the human touch, thankfully still exists.
CaterSource / Event Solutions I attended the final leg of my Vegas tour at CaterSource / Event Solutions with friend, colleague and partner in crime, Mark Musters (I’m Thelma to his Louise (Lou for short!)) and together we scrubbed the CS/ES show floor for design gems!! Musters and I cruised the parties and trade show on the lookout for new products and trends. We networked with the best. Trends that emerged: handmade, vintage, crafty, the beauty in natural materials with good design and, again, what’s old is now new.
Judith Von Hopf’s products demonstrated their craft-oriented wares which integrates rope, paper, fabric, yarns, and simple metal frame structures. Others used paper to create clothing and unique forms – in particular, hanging structures while others used felt for holiday trees and many other shapes. SparkleMasters demonstrated the use of handmade craft with digital techniques. Digital photos or graphic imagery are plotted and then thousands of sequins are placed by hand to create an impactful light-catching visual display. Truly a company after my own heart. With Global Shop at its new location in The Mandalay Bay Convention Center, it was larger and livelier than last year's show. A word to the wise event design professional, don’t miss out on the stellar ideas and inspirations
with farm tables and mismatched dinnerware and a distressed beach scene with a trailer, salt water taffy, sea and sand.
Both Wildflower Linen and La Tavola exhibited beautiful displays with great use of color, texture, form and flowers to create inviting environments for events. Here we both loved the Neon. Rent Neon ships from California to all over the world www.rentneon.com. AFR featured a beautifully designed 3-legged, handmade, table created from natural materials. Well done! Continuing the wave in vintage, Archive featured two areas - one
A personal highlight of the show was our live broadcast on the Event Alley show. Tahira Endean from Quick Mobile interviewed Mark and I about our observations of the show and the industry. We can be heard on-line at http://www.eventalleyshow.com/ episode-210/. Continued on page 28
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(CONTINUED FROM PAGE 27) way to build relationships. We’re all still humans and people need people!! Las Vegas, same time next year!!
Social Point’s display was the perfect way to show social media in action.
All in all, trends emerged and inspired. We are in the age of video conferencing, the omnipresence of the World Wide Web and an even tighter squeeze on budgets. That said, a simple truth remains – in our business, where people gather is where you need to be. Live, face-to-face contact is still the most effective
President’s Message (Continued from Page 3) finding time in your life to do whatever it is that makes you happy. All I ask is that you commit to your fellow members in some small way. We need help on every committee and we can find a job to suit your needs, whether it be working on one small project or volunteering a few hours a year. Please join me and your fellow members to make a difference! As you can see by this photo, I encourage each of you to spend some time this summer relaxing and enjoying all New Jersey has to offer! In Your Service,
PamWynne, CMM, CMP MPI NJ Chapter President 2014-2015
Written by: Debra Roth Creative / Principal The Originators O) 646-470-1744 C) 917-771-6963 www.OriginatorsDesign.com
Educational Meetings We have planned an exciting calendar of educational meetings for 2014-2015. Our meetings will be informative, interactive and fun! We are not only "On the Ball", but we will be "Having a Ball". Learn more about this year's plans when you come to MPI-NJ Chapter educational meetings. Mark your calendar for the first one on September 10th! Succeeding in the Era of Disruption September 10, 2014 Luncheon - 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Stone House at Stirling Ridge 50 Stirling Road, Warren, NJ 07059 Speaker: Dr. Lalia Rach, Founder & Partner, Rach Enterprises Searching for a new normal? It's here, and it's called "Disruption". It's turned business life upside down, with the leading indicator of the altered business-scape the continual transformation of the buying cycle. Control is an old fashioned approach, a linear process does not fit a 3-D world, and value is determined by insight and flexibility. Dr. Rach will share genuine ideas and uncommon sense, tinged with her special brand of humor as she describes the new normal. Dr. Rach's inspirational story and impressive bio can be seen at http://www.rachenterprises.com/lalia_story.php Click here to register www.mpinewjersey.org
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AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPS
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hapter Members gathered at The Palace at Somerset Park on May 14th for the last educational program of the year and to recognize this year’s Award and Scholarship Winners. Award Recipients were nominated by their fellow Chapter members for the categories of Planner of the Year, Supplier of the Year, and Chapter Leader of the Year. In addition to the Awards, two scholarships were given out to candidates selected to attend MPI’s WEC 2014 in Minneapolis/CMP’s Conclave in New Orleans as well as CMP Designation to further their careers.
Awards Planner of the Year – Carol Malinky, CMP, Event Director, C.A. Communications & Events As the Director of Internal Communications, Carol has been an outstanding contributor to many OnSite articles as well as the Chapter’s Facebook and LinkedIn. Her great energy, passion and enthusiasm make her an avid Chapter spokesperson and conveys what MPI offers to all of our members. Supplier of the Year – Bruce Boillotat, Royal Coachman Bruce was recognized by his fellow Chapter members for his friendly personality and ability to make all members feel welcomed at monthly Education Programs and After 5 networking opportunities. Bruce is doing a fantastic job as a CoChair of Member Care. Chapter Leader of the Year – Chet Jasinski, CMP It was no surprise that Chet was selected as Chapter Leader of the Year by his peers. His devotion to this Chapter is admirable. Chet has served on the Board for the past 4 years in various positions including Ambassador, VP Membership, and VP Communications. He has been instrumental in growing the After 5 Meet Ups to record numbers in attendance.
President's Award Winners The President’s Awards for the NJ Chapter are presented to a member(s) that have consistently gone above and beyond the scope of their Committee roles and responsibilities in a given year(s). Presented by 2013-2014 MPI-NJ President, Julia Ramos, CMP to... Melissa Ullmann Account Director at Wyndham Hotel Group & Golf Committee Co-Chair – MPI NJ Chapter Melissa has one of the most essential roles in the Golf Committee. Without her resourcefulness, the Golf tournament would not be what it is today. Not only does Melissa display a commendable amount of creativity and commitment, but she manages to complete all of her tasks and responsibilities within deadlines and on-time! Melissa manages to surpass her goals every year and has been an MPI NJ member since 2007.
Carol Malinky, CMP Event Director C.A. Malinky Communications & Events Carol gives her time and talents to Internal Communications and Community Outreach and presently holds a Board position. She develops and creates articles for OnSite that produce over 1k website hits! Carol is dedicated, thorough and committed to the Chapter. She has been in the meetings/events industry for over 20 years and has been an MPI-NJ member since 2002. Melissa and Carol were recognized for their achievements, dedication and giving of their time and talents supporting the NJ Chapter's Mission and Vision. It is an honor and a pleasure to know Melissa and Carol and to bestow the President's Awards.
Scholarships World Education Congress Representative Karen Rogowski, Turning Stone Resort Karen is an extremely active member of the Chapter attending almost all Educational Programs within the past years. She has also been a sponsor of an Educational Program. With her attendance at WEC, Karen hopes to gain a collection of knowledge from our industry and continuous development in her career by representing the Chapter at this year’s WEC. Certified Meeting Planner Designation – Rhonda Moritz, Cadaret Grant As a meeting planner for the past 11 years and a dedicated member of MPI NJ, Rhonda credits herself to being a self taught specialist and a life time learner. She will use the CMP Designation to highlight the extensive knowledge and hands on experience she has in the industry. On behalf of the Scholarships and Awards Committee, we would like to thank all who had submitted applications and their nominations. We would like to encourage all Chapter members to take advantage of the Scholarships that the Chapter gives out next year. It’s your chance to receive FREE MONEY towards your career development!
Jamie Keith, CMP, Chair Sr. Catering Manager, Hilton Newark Airport Alyssa Lippincott, Committee Member Sales Manager, Sands Bethlehem
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NEW, TRANSFER & AFFILIATE MEMBERS NEW MEMBERS JANINE BECK Senior Meeting Planner NextGen Healthcare 640 Washington Street Hackettstown, NJ 07840 SANDRA BLECKMAN Director-Retail, Hospitality & Tourism Talent Network Fairleigh Dickinson University 1000 River Road Teaneck, NJ 07666 NICOLE D’ORIA Global Planners Inc. & BUZZ Registration 77 Village Drive East Hamilton, NJ 08620 NATALIE LONGCHAMP Student Johnson & Wales University 26 Cherryville Stanton Road Flemington, NJ 08822
MICHELLE LYNCH Manager, Conferences & Events Wyndham Hotel Group 22 Sylvan Way Parsippany, NJ 07054
STEPHANIE KATZEN Student 180 Littleton Road, Unit 7B Parsippany, NJ 07054
CARMEN ORE-LUREN Area Director of Sales Residence Inn/Fairfield Inn & Suites by MarriottWoodbridge/Comfort Suites at Woodbridge
MELISSA LABARBERA, CMP, CHME Account Director Adjoin Meetings 839 Homestead Road LaGrange Park, IL 60526
LINDA PISSOTT REIG Food & Drug Administration & Pharmaceuticals Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC 550 Broad Street Newark, NJ 07102 BRIDGET TOMLINSON, CMP Associate Event Program Manager LifeCell Corporation 705 Lindsley Drive #1K Morristown, NJ 07960
TRANSFERS
AFFILIATE MEMBER PETER SALLATA The Reeds at Shelter Haven 9601 3rd Avenue Stone Harbor, NJ 08247 DAYLA ARABELLA SANTURRI Dayla Arabella Inc. 505 Paradise Rd., Suite 307 Swampscott, MA 01907
MICHAEL TIDWELL Stockton Seaview Hotel & Golf Course 401 S. New York Road Galloway, NJ 08205 PATRICE VANACE Loews Philadelphia Hotel 1200 Market Street Philadelphia, PA 19107
This listing contains all New Members, Chapter Transfer Members and Affiliate Members from May 1 to June 30, 2014. If you should not be listed please contact: rmarion@mpinewjersey.org
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MPI-NJ CHAPTER would like to acknowledge and thank our Strategic Partners for their Support of the Chapter
Diamond Kalahari Resorts 855.411.4605 KalahariMeetings.com/NJ
Platinum Ocean Place Resort & Spa 7325714000 www.oceanplace.com Palace at Somerset Park (732) 3029922 www.palacesomersetpark.coml
Gold Hilton Short Hills 9733790100 www.hiltonshorthills.com/de faulten.html Hilton Hasbrouck Heights/ Meadowlands Hotel 2012886100 www3.hilton.com/en/hotels/ne wjersey/hiltonhasbrouck heightsmeadowlands EWRHHHF/index.html
The Heldrich Hotel 7327294670 www.theheldrich.com Sands Casino Resort Bethlehem 8668255361 www.pasands.com
Thank you for your support by providing ground transportation to our guests.
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EXECUTIVE BOARD President Pam Wynne, CMM, CMP Carlson Wagonlit Travel 9084230526 pwynne@carlsonwagonlit.com
VP Administration Kaaren Hamilton, CMP Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group 9084487804 khamilton@carlsonrezidor.com
Immediate Past President Julia Ramos, CMP JR Global Events Associates 2013338834 juliaramos@comcast.net
VP Education Kellie Ann Cahill, CMP New York Hilton Midtown 2122615966 kellie.cahill@hilton.com
VP Communications Mary Lou Pollack Ocean Place Resort and Spa 7325715739 mpollack@oceanplace.com
VP Membership Patty Stern, CMP Chief Creative Officer Patty Stern Creative 9736692891 patty@groupdmm.com
VP Finance Todd Steinberg, CMP Sonesta Collection 8622287079 tsteinberg@sonesta.com
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Director of Finance Michael Brill MEDALS LLC (Medical Education Delivery, Advisory and Logistics Support) 7326591133 medalsllc@aol.com
Director of Communications Carol Malinky, CMP C.A.Malinky Communications 2012320110 tmalinky@aol.com
Director of Strategic Partnerships John Pursel Hyatt Regency Jersey City 2014694763 John.pursel@gmail.com
Director of Education Nancy Sutta Berns Nancy Sutta Berns, LLC. 9738868852 nsuttaberns@optonline.net
Director of Membership Rebecca Wakefield, CMP KPMG, LLP 2013077259 rlwakefield@kpmg.com
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COMMITTEE CHAIRS Ambassador Committee
OnSite Committee
Special Events Committee
Richard McCadden, CoChair Wyndham Hotels 9733772424 rmccadden@wyndham.com
Paula Dellaluna, Chair GEM Limo 7326188485 pdellaluna@gemlimo.com
Merlene Wilder, CMP, CoChair TeamUnity (formerly UniREc) 9733259111 merlene@unirecgames.com
Awards & Scholarship Committee
PR/Marketing Committee
Jamie Keith, CMP, Chair Hilton Newark Airport 9088202908 Jamie.keith2@hilton.com
Michele Ross, CoChair FRHI Hotels and Resorts 7098839808 michele.ross@frhi.com
Edie Leibman, CoChair LPC Consulting, LLC. 9739922455 edie.leibman@gmail.com
Education Committee Rhonda Moritz, CoChair Cadaret Grant and Company 9737702300 rmoritz@cadaretgrant.com
Social Media Committee Lisa Drake, Chair Ocean Place Resort & Spa 7325715739 ldrake@oceanplace.com
Student Leadership Committee Melissa Winfield, Chair Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group 9739199125 mwinfield@carlsonrezidor.com
Membercare Committee
Bruce Boillotat, CoChair Rebecca Wakefield, CMP, Chair Royal Coachman 9734003204 KPMG LLP bruce.boillotat@royalcoachman.com 2013077259 rlwakefield@kpmg.com
Nominating Committee
Chapter Administrator
Julia Ramos, CMP, JR Global Events Associates, LLC 2013338834 juliaramos@comcast.net
Ruth Marion, CMP MPI NJ Chapter Phone: 2018752476 rmarion@mpinewjersey.org
MPI New Jersey Chapter Invites you to attend all our exciting upcoming events