| NEWS 09.02.09 4:26 PM |
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In the News: Cheap Rentals Pave Way for Pop-Ups, ISES Event Raises Money for Planners in Need
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Pop-Ups Offer Return on Smaller Investment: The rise in cheap real estate and discount rentals made 2009 a boom year for pop-up stores (a trend we reported in May), when just a few years ago, they were considered a major marketing investment. The combination of stunt marketing and extra retail space has benefited big brands and real estate professionals in the past few months. Names such as Hermes, Gap, Seven, Daffy's, eBay, and the New Jersey Division of Travel and Tourism are just some of those who sponsored pop-ups this summer alone. [AdAge]
Charity at ISES EventWorld Raises $25,000: At San Francisco's recent ISES EventWorld conference, held at the San Francisco Design Center in August, industry nonprofit Search Foundation managed to raise $25,000 from the estimated 200 attendees. Benefiting event professionals confronted with catastrophes and other problems, the 12-year-old organization has been present for the past two incarnations of EventWorld. With more than 60 sponsors, the wine and food pairing fund-raiser was hosted by the Napa-Sonoma and Northern California Chapters of ISES. [Search]
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| NEWS 05.05.09 1:24 PM |
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ISES Big Apple Awards Return With Twice as Many Categories, Open Entry for Submissions
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The 2009 Big Apple Awards are open for entries, and this year the International Special Events Society's New York metro chapter is looking to honor event professionals in 27 different categories—more than double theawards given in previous years. Would-be nominees have until May 15 to make submissions for the June 30 ceremony at the Lighthouse at Pier 61.
Among the 14 new categories at this year's show, are those recognizing outstanding achievements in nontraditional methods such as virtual meetings and incorporation of social media. The 2009 awards will also dole out honors for Best Demonstration of Return on Investment, Best Corporate Social Responsibility Initiative, and Best Teambuilding Concept.
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| NEWS 07.23.08 2:37 PM |
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ISES Announces Esprit Awards Nominees
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The International Special Events Society recently announced the nominees for its annual Esprit Awards, which will be given out during the organization's annual meeting in Florida next month. Some 38 awards are being handed out—categories range from best ISES team effort to best entertainment production—and the nominees include members from chapters throughout world.
Schaumburg, Illinois-based Total Event Resources received two nominations. The company's work on a Design Industry Fight for AIDS (Diffa) Chicago event for 820 guests earned a nod in the category of best event for a nonprofit organization with a budget over $200,000, while a Nashville conference it organized for 1,800 attendees is nominated for best meeting and conference program with a budget over $200,000.
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| NEWS 06.26.08 12:33 PM |
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As Big ISES Gala Marks Anniversary, Industry Vets Reflect on 20 Years
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 | A table at the ISES award gala
Photo: Kate and Gerogina Photographs |
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The New York chapter of the International Special Events Society went big for its Big Apple awards at Cipriani Wall Street Tuesday night, which also marked the group's 20th anniversary.
Beyond the upscale surroundings, which ranged from four-foot tall candelabra centerpieces by Nancy Kitchen of the Flower Loft to four separate bars offering top-shelf booze, the event itself grew this year, garnering some 500 attendees at 50 tables of 10—a number that grew from 30 in the past week. The attendance spike can largely be attributed to the organization’s decision to honor 20 table-buying industry individuals and organizations, among them Preston Bailey, Elyse Kroll, Scharf Weisberg, Alpine Creative, and yours truly, BizBash Media, in addition to handing out 13 awards. Many of the planners and vendors in attendance were quick to mention the overall upgrade in quality (the food, from appetizers to dessert, was the talk of the night).
As the numbers rose, so did the evening's run time. Kicking off with a V.I.P. reception at 6 p.m., the festivities didn’t conclude until close to 11. By 10 p.m., when a five-minute-long Phantom of the Opera skit took over the proceedings, many awards were still waiting to be doled out. (Among the winners were Empire Force Events, taking home both Best Table Top Design and Best Green Initiative, and Levy Lighting, which won Best Photographic Image and Best Transformation of a Space.)
In spirit of the 20th anniversary, we asked guests how they think the industry has changed in the past 20 years. Here’s what they had to say.
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| NEWS 05.06.08 5:49 PM |
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New York ISES Chapter Chooses 20 to Honor at Summer Gala
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The New York Metro Chapter of the International Special Events Society is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, and to mark the event, it's honoring 20 individuals and companies who’ve made contributions to the industry. Each will be recognized at the seventh annual Big Apple awards gala on June 24 at Cipriani Wall Street.
Tribeca Film Festival founder Jane Rosenthal, former Macy's event chief Jean McFadden, designer Preston Bailey, and (plug!) BizBash are among the honorees. The gala will also award outstanding achievements in arenas such as nonprofit events, tabletop design, and green initiatives. —Michael O'Connell
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| NEWS 09.19.07 4:36 PM |
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ISES Celebrates 20 Years With New Initiative
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Last night at the South Street Seaport Museum, the International Special Events Society (ISES) kicked off its 20th-year celebration with an event for 200 people, including current members, five past presidents, and new faces from the industry. The first hour offered live jazz entertainment, apple martinis, and food from Mangia. ISES's anniversary tour will continue into 2008, ending in June with the Big Apple Awards gala, which will honor 20 people who have made contributions within the event planning, production/design, and travel and tourism industries.
Launching one of the most significant initiatives of its 20th year, ISES has formed a strategic partnership with the NYU School of Continuing and Professional Studies. The ISES New York Metro Institute at NYU will feature four educational intensives that will focus on events marketing, communications, service delivery, and entrepreneurship. “This alliance with one of the top educational institutions in America is a special member benefit,” said Liz Glover Wilson, director of corporate events at iStar Financial and the current president of ISES. “It is focused on the strength of education and supports the mission of ISES, which is to educate, advance, and promote the special events industry and its network of professionals.” —Lauren Matison
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| NEWS 06.21.07 1:29 PM |
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ISES Announces Big Apple Award Winners
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The New York metro chapter of the International Special Events Society gathered at the National Museum of the American Indian on Tuesday night to present its 2007 Big Apple awards for outstanding results from events. The winners included:
Best Social or Nonprofit Event: iStar Charity Foundation for “Annual Charity Basketball Shootout”
Best Transformation of Space: Wizard Studios New York for “Mission: It’s Possible”
Best Corporate Event: Barkley Kalpak Associates for “Plantronics Design Press Event”
Best Entertainment: Barkley Kalpak for “Pharmaceutical Services Company Launch”
Best Theme: The Perfect Affair for “A Night in Tuscany” —Leslie Koren
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