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PEOPLE MAKING NEWS Also read exhibit expert Barry Siskind’s column
 COMPANY EVENT Educational forum delivers new trends in trade shows
Key sessions and guest speakers will include:
The event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and will be held at 25821 Industrial Blvd., Suite 100 in Hayward, Calif. Lunch will be served. For further information contact Kim Merkin or René Jansen at 510-732-0880. Interested corporate marketers and tradeshow exhibit managers can confirm their attendance by RSVP to amarquer@czarnowski.com. For over 60 years, companies of all sizes and industries have counted on Czarnowski to create dynamic trade show exhibits, events and branded environments that exceed expectations and achieve objectives. Through a network of nationwide offices and global partnerships, we provide: strategy, design, fabrication, experience mapping, transportation, I&D, storage, refurbishment, rentals, program management, marketing collaboration, brand support, event planning and program measurement. Learn more at www.czarnowski.com. INDUSTRY GREEN NEWS Company will bring green expertise to exhibit design and fabrication
Greenspace's green philosophy extends to every aspect of its design and fabrication process-including day-to-day operations. The company has no print brochure and is working toward the goal of sending nothing to the landfill. "Our team members are dedicated to our green mission-a total commitment to sustainability without compromising design," says Roth. "We look forward to collaborating with clients who want to combine innovative, award-winning design and manufacturing with sustainable practices." Roth’s previous experience includes working with leading designers to engineer and fabricate some of the largest and most complicated exhibits ever built. His hand-selected team of industry veterans has distinguished itself with award winning design. Greenspace is located at 5665 A NW Wagon Way, Hillsboro, Ore. Contact Greenspace at (503) 533-0500 of view its e-brochure at www.greenspacegroup.net. ASSOCIATION SHOW NEWS Discounted early registration ends Sept. 22
Registration is now open online at www.iaee.com/expo. Expo! Expo! IAEE's Annual Meeting & Exhibition means industry professionals have the opportunity to come face-to-face with decision makers in a unique environment where industry leaders meet with their peers to learn how to increase the profit potential of their organizations' exhibitions and events, to produce more successful events, and to enhance their professional development and business partnerships. Members of IAEE's Expo! Expo! Advisory Committee provide the following reasons for attending:
Networking opportunities available throughout the three-day event begin Tuesday, 9 December with the First Timers' Experience, an orientation session and luncheon sponsored by Shepard Exposition Services (open only to qualifying individuals). Also on Tuesday is the Opening General Session and Awards Presentation, followed by the Opening Reception. Other special events include the Bobby Carl Memorial Invitational Golf Event Benefiting the Jim Lynn Chapter Education Fund, and the IAEE and EIF CEO Breakfast sponsored by the Orange County Convention Center and Orlando Convention and Visitors Bureau. Expo! Expo! features over 225 exhibitors in more than 42,000 net square feet of exhibit space with products and services pertaining to all aspects of the exhibitions and events industry on Wednesday, Dec. 10 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The show floor includes various prize drawings and exhibitor activities throughout the day. The Miami Preview Luncheon will be held Thursday afternoon, Dec. 11, and the Chairman's Party closes Expo! Expo! IAEE's Annual Meeting & Exhibition that evening. Do not miss this year's Expo! Expo! IAEE's Annual Meeting & Exhibition! Book your flights early using special discounted rates from American Airlines. The travel booking code, as well as complete details, are included in the online registration brochure at www.iaee.com. DALLAS — Each year, the most important suppliers to the exhibitions and events industry participate as exhibitors at Expo! Expo! IAEE's Annual Meeting & Exhibition. For the fourth consecutive year, IAEE will recognize the best new products, services and solutions in the industry during the Opening General Session of the IAEE's Annual Meeting on December 9 at the Miami Beach Convention Center, Miami Beach, Fla. Participation in An Expo! Expo! Preview is a complimentary benefit of exhibiting at Expo! Expo! 2008. Seven exhibitors were selected from several entries and each will be featured in an exciting video previewing their chosen product, service or solution that will be showcased on the Expo! Expo! trade show floor the next day. The Opening General Session is the official beginning of the meeting, and An Expo! Expo! Preview will provide a sneak preview of the new ideas that will bring Expo! Expo! to life the following day on the show floor. Congratulations to the following Expo! Expo! exhibitors selected to participate in the 2008 An Expo! Expo! Preview. CLICK TO READ LIST… NATIONAL NEWS
Four-month project as official service contractor comes to successful conclusion ST. PAUL — Long after the balloons had dropped, and the candidates moved on to road campaigns, there was a critical team still remaining in the Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul. On Sept. 18, Freeman officially returned the Xcel Energy Center to the city of St. Paul, marking the final stages of the company's role as the official service contractor for the 2008 Republican National Convention. Move-out began at midnight Sept. 4, the closing day of the convention, and required just 12 days. Move-in, on the other hand, began in mid-July, requiring six weeks of complex, carefully scheduled installation, with daily crews of 150-200, supervised by Freeman's project director Greg Lane and approximately 60 Freeman staff from around the country. Freeman's scope of work included overall site planning, floor plan layout and design, graphics and banners, providing all electrical power supply, and handling the creation and furnishing of the main Convention floor at the Xcel arena, including the podium, delegate floor areas, media camera platforms, and sky suites. In addition, the company also created extensive temporary work areas throughout two adjacent facilities for media work spaces, including an outdoor broadcast center, as well as convention work space offices. To accomplish the assignment, Freeman brought in 51 trailer loads of rental furnishings, including tables, carpeting and office panel systems; 63 miles of electrical cables; and 72,000 pounds of scaffolding for camera platforms and special work areas, among many others. This year's convention marked the seventh GOP Convention for which Freeman served as the official contractor. The company's breadth of experience with the unique event, and its understanding of the production, security and media requirements — much of which is never seen on television — helped win the business once again. The 2008 convention was distinguished by Hurricane Gustav, which dramatically changed the convention schedule, and also the lives and work for the Freeman crew. COMPANY REBRANDING
MIDDLEBORO, Maine — Champion Exposition Services, a leading provider of comprehensive event solutions and exposition services, revealed a new branding and advertising campaign titled, 'It's more than a show, it's a performance.' Champion's rebranding effort will include a new national advertising campaign, which will initially feature international tennis superstar, Andy Roddick, the winner of the 2003 U.S. Open and member of the 2008 Davis Cup championship team. The opening ad will be the first in a series, which highlights individual performers who are recognized as "champions" in their fields, reinforcing the philosophy that Champion is more than just a name, it's a purpose — to be the very best and to accept nothing less. "Our company is focused on service that exceeds expectations and this rebranding effort is about taking that to the next level. Our corporate brand identity is one of the most important assets Champion has and its value to our business is immeasurable," said Mark Epstein, CEO, Champion. "Our customers, employees and partners have always connected with what it stands for — integrity, innovation and outstanding service. Champion's new brand reflects not only who we are, but where we're going and the innovative people and services that differentiate us from the rest of the crowded marketplace. For years we have cultivated an environment that encourages creativity, flexibility and collaboration, and our new identity fully reflects that ethos." The new Champion logo consists of a lowercase "c" displayed in a red square placed above the Champion Exposition Services name, making a clean and clear statement that is both recognizable and memorable. The logo will make its first appearance in the new collection of fresh and creative collateral materials and on the company's website. The initial phase of the company's online identity introduces a new layout, fresh content, improved online event management via Champion's Client Command Center and a streamlined interface for easier navigation and readability. The company's new Web site, www.championexpo.com, went live on Sept. 2. Champion will also begin the process of changing the logo on products, facilities, vehicles and marketing materials in a transition that is expected to take about six months. CONVENTION & MEETING NEWS
This year, Syracuse was one of only nine cities in the Northeast awarded the highly respected Pinnacle Award and the only convention and visitors bureau chosen in New York State. The organizations that have been awarded a 2008 Pinnacle Award have done an outstanding job servicing their meetings, incentive travel programs, trade shows and conventions during the previous year. "I couldn't be more proud of the entire CVB team for earning our sixth consecutive Pinnacle Award," said SCVB President, David Holder. "As an organization, we truly strive to make a positive impact on every convention and meeting attendee who enters our city. When visitors go home and think of Syracuse, we want them to remember the exceptional customer service and hospitality they experienced here."
Some of the services that are regularly provided by the SCVB include staffed registration and hospitality tables, name badges, and press release distribution. Some events call for additional services; such as having SCVB staff members serve as the driver and tour guide for celebrities, Henry Winkler and Cindy Williams, during this year's Syracuse Nationals. SHOW NEWS ARLINGTON. Va. — Event organizers announced the return of the SUPERCOMM brand with the launch of SUPERCOMM 2009, June 8-11, in Chicago. Reflecting a new industry, a new economy and a new world of communications, NXTcomm's co-owners, the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) and the United States Telecom Association (USTelecom), are bringing back the successful SUPERCOMM brand. In a joint statement on Sept. 9, TIA and USTelecom also said that NXTcomm Executive director Wayne Crawford had resigned. Jim Forlenza, who previously was director of public relations and business development for the show, was named interim executive director. According to a postiing on the company's Web site: ”Broadband communications is improving people's lives. We see it in healthcare, where instant access to medical records can literally mean the difference between life and death. We see it in education, where geographic barriers no longer exist. We see it in the global commitment to going green, with teleconferencing and telecommuting making a significant contribution to environmental health. We see it in our digital home, where life is more convenient when you can activate your home security system with an email. And we see it in entertainment: it's here, it's now, it's everywhere you want it to be.” SUPERCOMM is the essential marketplace to embrace and nurture the most exciting innovations of today, and the future of our industry. The new SUPERCOMM 2009 will deliver:
HACKETTSTOWN, N.J. and SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. — The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) is announced a new partnership with Acteva. As the leading online registration and payment solution for more than 10 years, Acteva automates the entire event registration process and brings it online where it can be easily and securely accessed by organizers. NKBA members are now able to take advantage of these services for organizing local NKBA chapter events at a special rate. The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) is a non-profit trade association that owns the Kitchen/Bath Industry Show & Conference . With more than 40,000 members, the NKBA has educated and led the kitchen and bath industry for more than 45 years. The mission of the NKBA is to enhance member success and excellence, promote professionalism and ethical business practices, and provide leadership and direction for the kitchen and bath industry worldwide. MINNEAPOLIS — nParallel was selected by Entellus Medical to design, manufacture and manage its trade show exhibit. nParallel is an international brand communication, merchandising strategy and display agency. A member of the 2008 Inc. 5000, nParallel has been honored as one of the fastest growing private companies in the U.S. Entellus Medical recently introduced a less invasive treatment for Chronic Sinusitis sufferers. Entellus Medical evaluated exhibit design concepts and proposals from three agencies. Its 20-by-20-foot island exhibit set the stage for Entellus Medical at the World's Largest Annual Gathering of ENT Physicians. "We could not have gone wrong with any of the three, but nParallel stood out. They demonstrated a thoughtful, strategic understanding of our opportunities and challenges," said Sangeeta Sahni, senior marketing manager, Entellus Medical. "We enumerated our priorities and shared a comprehensive vision of the tradeshow presence we want to project and the experience we want to establish. nParallel's design concepts hit the mark, and they challenged us to balance our product launch with the introduction of our company brand at our first major show." Entellus Medical will make its formal debut and present its FinESS Sinus Treatment at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. The meeting was held at McCormick Place in Chicago, Ill., Sept. 21-24. The event is the world's largest annual gathering of physician specialists who treat the ear, nose, throat and related structures of the head and neck. It is expected to draw approximately 8,500 attendees and more than 300 exhibitors.
VENUE NEWS
CityCenter's gaming resort will feature state-of-the-art LAS VEGAS — CityCenter, a dazzling vertical city developed by MGM MIRAGE in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip, is now accepting reservations for meetings and conventions at ARIA, its dramatic gaming resort. Designed by internationally acclaimed architects Pelli Clarke Pelli, the iconic 61-story, 4,000-room resort casino will set a new global standard in hospitality. When ARIA opens in late 2009, it will feature aproximately 300,000 square feet of technologically advanced meeting and convention space.
At the closing celebration at Mandalay Bay Beach, a sand castle was built to resemble what will become a Vegas' iconic destination - CityCenter. Taking more than a sand pale and shovel, the 11 feet tall by 12 feet wide sand castle weighed in at over 50 tons and captured detailed components of the urban development including ARIA Resort & Casino, Vdara Condo Hotel, Mandarin Oriental, The Harmon Hotel, Spa & Residences, Veer Towers and The Crystals. The sand castle took a total of three men and five days to construct. Located on 67 acres between Bellagio and Monte Carlo resorts, CityCenter is destined to redefine the Las Vegas skyline and the Las Vegas experience. MGM MIRAGE has joined eight of the world's foremost architects to create an unparalleled architectural icon that will become a global landmark of taste and style. DESTINATION NEWS
Hotel to elevate senses with stunning architecture, Westin signature services, LAUGHLIN, Nev. — The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority in conjunction with the Laughlin Visitors Bureau recently rolled out its destination-wide campaign for Laughlin, Nev.: "Laughlin. It's Like You Own the Place." The re-energized brand and renewed vision emphasize the VIP treatment, as well as convenience and affordability that anyone can experience in Laughlin. Located just 90 miles south of Las Vegas, Laughlin sits on the banks of the Colorado River and attracts thousands of outdoor enthusiasts each year who flock to its shores to enjoy the water and relax with all the amenities of a resort destination. From riding the waves on jet skis, to relaxing on a scenic cruise, there is something for everyone on the waters of the Colorado. Conference Room is Newest Amenity at Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa
Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa's new 2,600-square-foot meeting facility opened this month. It is the latest addition to the thriving two-year-old, 60-acre resort, which boasts nearly 500 fully furnished condo suites, a 25,000-squre-foot aquatic center, an international spa and two restaurants for casual dining along with adjacent factory outlet shops. The new meeting center can accommodate up to 250 people for a cocktail reception, 200 people with theater seating or 150 people in a classroom-style setting. The space also breaks down into two board rooms, and catering and A/V services are available. "Finding a first-class destination in Orlando that will accommodate small group meetings with fewer than 250 attendees can be an overwhelming proposition for meeting planners," said Larry Cohen, the resort's vice president. "Our new meeting center combined with our condo-hotel suites and spa services plus our close proximity to the attractions, 30 golf courses and designer outlet shopping, makes the job much easier for meeting planners." The resort's amenities are particularly well suited for small groups. The Pirates Plunge aquatic center features a 7,500-square-foot zero entry pool, three large spas and a Tiki Bar and Grill. A unique water slide within a pirate ship and interactive play features will delight children accompanying attendees. The 9,000-square-foot Reflections Spa-Salon features 12 treatment beds and separate private lounges for men and women. The spa's wide range of services can accommodate groups, from massages to make-up lessons.
Do you have a video you want to share with the industry? Send 3-5 minute Quick time COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT ATLANTA — Czarnowski, a leading exhibit and event firm, has expanded its support of the Atlanta community by refurbishing a local firehouse. The firehouse, located at 1489 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd SW, is less than a mile from Czarnowski’s 450,000 square foot Atlanta facility. The inspiration for the project came when Czarnowski team member Michelle Moore visited Atlanta Fire-Station #17. When Moore noticed the worn walls and floors of the firehouse, which had been affected by a series of city budget cuts, she proposed the idea of updating the firehouse to her General Manager Jim Milanowski. The firehouse received a full makeover. Czarnowski replaced ceiling tiles and flooring, installed new appliances, cabinetry, and furniture, and gave the walls fresh, bright coats of paint. “It became a great way for all of us at Czarnowski to show our appreciation for what these firefighters do for us in a way that is very natural to us—designing, building, rebuilding and decorating,” said Moore.
PEOPLE MAKING NEWS LAS VEGAS — EthnoMETRICS, a GES company and leading consulting firm that measures and evaluates the performance of face-to-face marketing environments, announced that recognized industry veteran Dave Fellers, CAE has been named president of the company effective Oct. 1.
“We are extremely pleased to name Dave as president of ethnoMETRICS,” said Steve Moster, GES executive vice president and chief sales and marketing officer. “Dave’s extensive knowledge of the industry, proven leadership and his reputation among industry leaders are great assets to ethnoMETRICS. Dave continues to be recognized within the industry, most recently receiving the American Society of Association Executives Key Award - the highest honor given to association chief staff executives.” Prior to joining ethnoMETRICS, Fellers was executive director of the Radiological Society of North America which holds the world’s largest medical meeting with more than 62,000 attendees annually. Under his leadership, RSNA experienced significant growth in membership, international recognition and records for attendance, number of exhibitors and square footage at the RSNA 2007 meeting. “I am delighted to become a part of the ethnoMETRICS team,” Fellers said. “I utilized their services at RSNA, and I have seen the outstanding work the company does for other associations and trade shows. I look forward to working with my many colleagues in the association and exposition industries to help them maximize their exhibitors’ ROI and attendee satisfaction,” he said. “I am also delighted to be able to work with Martin Smith, vice president and founder of ethnoMETRICS,” Fellers continued. “Marty is a black belt Six Sigma and has been the leader in the industry in establishing quality measurements for expositions and associations.” Fellers holds a bachelor of arts degree from the University of Central Oklahoma, and completed graduate work in marketing and public relations at the University of Oklahoma. His extensive industry experience includes the American Society of Association Executives, where he served on the board of directors, as vice chair of the board, and as chair of the Key Professional Associations committee. He currently serves on the boards of the Professional Convention Management Association, the Chicago Convention and Tourism Bureau and Chicago Chamber of Commerce. Fellers, who will be working out of the Kansas City area, has served as president of the Oklahoma and Texas Societies of Association Executives. He also received the Samuel Shapiro Award from the Association Forum of Chicago, and the Professional Achievement Award from the Kansas City Society of Association Executives.
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HAYWARD, Calif. — 
DALLAS — Be among the first to register for "A Bright Future for Exhibitions and Events" at Expo! Expo! 
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MGM MIRAGE shared key components of CityCenter, a more than $9 billion city-within-a-city underway between Bellagio and Monte Carlo resorts, at this year's Meeting Professionals International (MPI).
ORLANDO, Fla. — Meeting planners in search of a destination to accommodate small gatherings will find everything they need at the nation's largest condo-hotel resort located minutes from Central Florida's three major theme parks.
Fellers will utilize his expertise in association and exposition management to develop ethnoMETRICS into a full-service exposition consulting company. In addition to ethnoMETRICS current industry-leading video measurement and analysis services, Fellers will launch a variety of other services which provide the opportunity for even greater return on investment to show organizers and their exhibitors.
Schanhaut has been managing events for over twenty years, in diverse industries including automotive, medical, travel, technology and manufacturing. Before joining C2, he spent six years as Manager, Events Marketing at American Express Global Corporate Services.
PALM SPRINGS, Calif. — Sabrina Yakovich, Sales Manager at the Palm Springs Convention Center, has been selected as a participant in Leadership Coachella Valley — an annual leadership development program designed to identify, motivate and develop future community leaders.