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Two Freeman Employees killed in off-road accident
ANAHEIM, Calif. — Bence Kadar, 50, sales director, and Thomas Alan Johnson, 53, director of transportation, both with the company's Anaheim office, suffered fatal injuries while off-roading on June 4.
“Our condolences are with the Kadar and Johnson families during this difficult time,” said Martin Cymbal, vice president, Western region, Freeman. “Both family and friends truly appreciate the thoughts and prayers from across the country. It’s been a difficult few days for our staff and all those that Bence and TJ touched on their journey through life with Freeman.”
Bence was born in Melbourne, Australia, June 26, 1950 and moved to Napa, Calif., in 1957, where he lived until joining the Navy. He graduated from Long Beach State and married Barbara Dukes in 1973. He worked in sales at IBM and ADVO, but his dream job was working as director of sales for Freeman.
Bence was known as a passionate, energetic and fun-loving man. He loved going on trips through the mountains, deserts and Mexico with his great friends on his Harleys and Jeeps.
He is survived by Barbara, wife of 37 years; daughter, Lisa Pursley; son, Brian; son-in-law, Stephen Pursley; grandson, Quinn; parents, Geza Kadar and Shari Kercso; step-father Joe Kercso; brother, Geza Kadar, Jr.; sister-in-law, Tara Kadar; sister, Kathy Kadar; sister-in-law, Marsha Nygren; brother-in-law, Dale Nygren; nephews, Michael Wallace, Shadrach Orange, Myles Pauletich and Andrew and Elliot Kadar.
Johnson was born in Corona, Calif., Nov. 10, 1956 and was an outdoor guy who enjoyed golfing, hunting, baseball and sharing those adventures with his family and many friends.
Johnson is survived by his wife, Cheryl Downs Johnson; daughter Brandy and son Ben. Also surviving him are his brother David Johnson and Aunt Barbara Karinshak and family.
Both men were dearly loved by their familes and will be missed by everyone who knew them.
PEOPLE MAKING NEWS
Parker named director of Sales in Cincinnati CVB
CINCINNATI — The Cincinnati USA Convention & Visitors Bureau has named Randy Parker its new Director of Sales. In this role, Parker will manage the day-to-day activities of the CVB's Cincinnati and Washington, D.C.-based sales staff, reporting to Barrie Perks, vice president of sales and services.
"The CVB and its partners are coming off of our fourth consecutive year of growth and strong results in hosting and winning major convention business," said Dan Lincoln, President and CEO of the Cincinnati USA Convention & Visitors Bureau. "This hire underscores our commitment to continue to build on that foundation and position Cincinnati to continue our upward momentum."
Prior to joining the CVB, Parker served as Vice President of Sales at Nationwide Meetings, where he successfully launched the sales and marketing initiatives for the new meeting brokerage company. Before that, Parker spent 21 years in the hospitality industry, serving as Director of Sales at several high profile properties, including the Fairmont Orchid in Kohala Coast, Hawaii, the Fairmont Hotel in Dallas and Loews Ventana Canyon in Tucson, Arizona.
Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay names GM
HALF MOON BAY, Calif. — Hotel executive Bernd Kuhlen has been named General Manager of The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay and joined the award-winning destination golf and spa resort this month.
Located 23 miles southwest of the San Francisco International Airport, The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay is the only oceanfront resort in the San Francisco Bay area.
Bernd Kuhlen joins The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay from The Ritz-Carlton Golf & Spa Resort, Rose Hall, Jamaica, where he has served since 2005, first as Hotel Manager and then as General Manager.
Blalock appointed GM of JW Marriott Indianapolis
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — White Lodging of Merrillville, Ind. is earlier this year announced the appointment of Scott Blalock to Vice President and General Manager of the new JW Marriott Indianapolis.
A 22-year industry veteran, Blalock brings extensive operational, sales and administrative experience to this landmark property.
He came to White Lodging in 2006 after more than 18 years of service with Marriott International. He began his hospitality career as an entry level manager and went on to hold various positions across multiple Marriott brands.
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Cantillo joins NYC & company in sales
NEW YORK — Lina Cantillo was recently named regional director, national accounts for NYC & Company.
She was most recently with Millenniums of Manhattan, where she served as director of group sales.
As Regional Director, National Accounts, Cantillo brings more than 14 years of New York City hotel sales experience to the organization, most recently with the Millenniums of Manhatttan. [READ MORE]
VP of AmericasMart convention center sales hired
ATLANTA — Robert D. Schuler has been named vice president in charge of AmericasMart Convention Center Sales, according to Jeffrey L. Portman, Sr., president and chief operating officer of AmericasMart Atlanta and its AMC, Inc. parent entity.
Schuler joins AmericasMart following an eight-year tenure at the Atlanta Convention and Visitors Bureau, where he served as vice president/sales and director of the sales division. Under his sales leadership, ACVB booked 1.8 million convention- and meeting-related hotel rooms and attracted more than 2.8 million visitors to Atlanta annually. [READ MORE]
RESORT NEWS
The Ritz-Carlton Dallas unveils new opportunity for meeting planners
DALLAS — The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas has introduced a unique opportunity for meeting planners and groups visiting the hotel.
The only experience of its kind, the Ritz-Carlton, Dallas Guest Guacamologist program allows one group attendee per day to participate as a guest chef during the hotel's celebrated Guacamologist ritual, presented at 6 p.m. each evening in the hotel Lobby Lounge.
Offering a festive farewell to the workday, the Guacamologist experience provides Lobby Lounge guests with a complimentary tasting of Chef Dean Fearing's specialty margaritas, accompanied by a fresh guacamole prepared by the hotel's Guacamologist and designated Guest Guacamologist. The two Guacamologists work in tandem to create evening culinary magic, using Texas farm-to-market produce to hand-craft their own custom guacamole blend. The Guacamologist ritual is already very popular among the hotel's group guests, many of whose scheduled gatherings end just prior to 6 p.m.
Guest Guacamologist invitations may be requested by meeting planners either for their VIPs or for individual group members. The experience is offered on a complimentary basis and may be requested not only for meetings and events but also for site tours of the hotel. Details are available from the hotel sales team, with reservations accepted for dates beginning in June 2010.
COMPANY MILESTONE
Marketech celebrates 25th anniversary
WESTBORO, Mass. — Marketech will celebrate its 25th anniversary with members of the Healthcare Convention & Exhibitors Association at the 2010 HCEA Annual Meeting.
To commemorate this milestone, Marketech will host an exhibit and will make a donation to the Food 4 Kids Backpack Program on behalf of all exhibit managers who visit their booth (No. 423) over the course of the two-day exhibition.
The 2010 HCEA Annual Meeting will be held June 26 through June 29 at the Morial Convention Center in New Orleans.
The exhibit hall will be open on June 27 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 4:45 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., and on June 28 from 10:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 5 p.m..
Founded in 1985, Marketech's initial focus was on exhibit staff training. Marketech soon added performance measurement services to help exhibitors better quantify and improve results from their exhibit program.
"Marketech's success over the years is largely due to our ability to keep our finger on the pulse of the healthcare convention community and to continually enhance our offerings to address an ever-changing environment," said Marc Goldberg, founder and partner for Marketech. "We look forward to serving healthcare exhibitors for many years to come."
Marketech's executives, Marc and Mim Goldberg, are respected industry experts and are active members of HCEA. In addition, Marc Goldberg is currently serving on the HCEA education committee. The Goldbergs have conducted seminars and contributed articles to the trade press throughout their 25 year history.
"We wanted to do something special to celebrate our 25th anniversary with members of HCEA and believe our Food 4 Kids donation program is a great way to share this milestone with healthcare industry exhibitors we serve," said Mim Goldberg, president for Marketech. "We hope all exhibit managers attending the 2010 HCEA Annual Meeting will visit Marketech and help us support this very worthwhile charity."
Destination News
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Aero 360 ride at Kennywood Amusement Park. Kennywood, Pittsburgh’s 112-year-old amusement park, was voted world’s favorite traditional park by the National Amusement Park Historical Association, 2010 and participant of the Pittsburgh-Cleveland campaign. |
VisitPittsburgh, Positively Cleveland join in marketing program
PITTSBURGH — Arch rivals in sports, but partnering in tourism? That’s right. Two seemingly rival tourism agencies — VisitPittsburgh and Positively Cleveland — are teaming up to attract visitors to both cities.
The distance between Pittsburgh and Cleveland is only 130 miles. And, both cities market themselves as gleaming urban centers with amenities that boast an exceptional quality of life for cities their size. So, in 2010, VisitPittsburgh and Positively Cleveland are working on a unified marketing campaign to attract visitors from each other’s cities.
Residents living in specific zip codes in each metro area can receive discounts on attraction tickets and earn GetGo gift cards through their respective tourism agencies. VisitPittsburgh is offering $25 in GetGo gift cards for each hotel night booked at visitpittsburgh.com.
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TradeshowLogistics nominated for EACA 2010 Intrepid Award
ATLANTA — TradeshowLogistics, a creator of show management solutions, has been announced as a nominee for the 2010 Intrepid Award presented by EACA.
EACA annually presents its Intrepid Award to an individual, organization or consortium that has made great contributions to the cause of customer service in the trade show industry. The EACA Intrepid also recognizes the quality of character combining courage and staying power.
TradeshowLogistics and its president, B.J. Enright, were nominated for efforts that embrace the service contributions of the EAC community, delivery of full transparency of show floor costs and expenditures to show organizers, and for creating solutions that reduce the cost of material handling. TradeshowLogistics’ consultative services include:
Other Intrepid finalists are: David Causton of the MPEA, Amanda Helgemoe of Nuvista, Bob Lessin, Business Rep., Local 831 and Sue Huff of Medtronic. “We are honored. It feels great to have your contributions listed among others who have made such valuable contributions to our industry,” says Enright. EACA members vote for the winner, which will be announced on Tuesday, July 13 at the EACA Annual Conference Awards Luncheon in Boston.
Resort News
Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort launches recycling program
Resort-wide cork recycling program launched June 1
INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. — Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino, in partnership with ReCORK, has launched a new initiative to recycle thousands of its natural used wine corks.
Corks will be collected throughout the resort in an effort to help ReCORK in their recycling program. SOLE, a leading manufacturer of footwear products, blends the recycled corks into unique formulations used in the production of eco-friendly “flip” sandals and packaging. With the flips available for purchase at Tahoe Provisions, Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe will be the first venue to function as both a ReCORK collection site for natural corks and a retailer of the SOLE flips.
Sponsored by Amorim of Portugal, the world’s largest producer of natural cork closures, and SOLE, the goal of ReCORK is to find reuse applications for as many corks as possible — and in the process, help communicate the value cork forests play as a sustainable natural resource that must be protected.
Beginning in June, ReCORK collection boxes will be stationed at Lone Eagle Grille and other resort venues, with the goal of collecting 30 pounds or more of corks. This new initiative is part of Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino’s ongoing green efforts and commitment to eco-friendly practices. [READ MORE]
General Contractor News
GES selected for commitment to helping exhibitors maximize ROI
LAS VEGAS — GES, a leading provider of exhibition, event and retail marketing services announced that Produce Marketing Association has extended its long-term partnership for an additional five years.
The new agreement includes PMA’s annual Fresh Summit International Convention & Exposition and PMA’s annual Foodservice Conference & Exposition.
“GES continues to be an important long-term partner in the success of our shows, and PMA is very pleased to extend our agreement for an additional five years,” said PMA Vice President, Meetings & Trade Shows, Kent Allaway. “The GES team’s commitment to successfully planning and executing a very challenging show, as well as the team’s dedication to working closely with us to maximize our exhibitors’ return on investment, is a winning combination.”
PMA’s expositions are unique in that the fresh produce and floral items displayed at these shows – many of which are quite delicate and have short shelf lives — require careful storage and handling. This necessitates detailed planning and execution in the careful removal of produce and floral at the end of each show day, meticulous storage of the items overnight — often at specific temperatures — and delivery of the items to each exhibitor before the show opens each morning.
“GES is honored to extend our partnership with PMA, one of the fastest growing exhibitions in North America,” said GES Executive Vice President, Chief Sales Officer — Exhibitions, Jeff Quade. “The powerful, more than 25-year partnership between GES and PMA has resulted in successful shows, and we look forward to working with PMA and its exhibitors to enhance the service GES provides, including budgeting tips and exhibiting trends.”
The 2010 PMA Fresh Summit International Convention & Exposition will be held October 15 - 18 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla. The 2010 PMA Foodservice Conference & Exposition will take place July 30 - August 1 in Monterey, Calif. To learn more about exhibiting at or attending these events, visit www.pma.com/events-conferences.
Association News
IAEE forges export trade agenda with U.S. Trade Representative
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Exhibitions and events that include products and services of interest to international buyers will significantly benefit from collaborative discussions yesterday between officials of the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative and leaders of the International Association of Exhibitions and Events.
IAEE Chairman Chris Meyer, CEM, CMP, Chairman-Elect Vinnie Polito and IAEE President Steven Hacker, CAE, met with Deputy Assistant U.S. Trade Representative Myesha Ward and Assistant U.S. Trade Representative, Office of Textiles Gail Strickler, to discuss a broad agenda of issues including a plan developed by IAEE designed to ensure that U.S. exhibitions and events play a significant role in the new National Export Initiative.
"It became immediately apparent," says Meyer, "that the national objective expressed by President Obama of doubling U.S. exports by 2015 is a shared objective with our industry. The events that we produce are the most logical places to look for new international buyers of U.S. goods and services."
IAEE urged the inclusion of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in the new National Export Cabinet since that agency plays such a substantial role in determining who is permitted into the United States, and what exports are permissible in light of national security issues. [READ MORE]
Technology News
ITN introduces
Mobile Event check-In
BETHESDA, Md. — ITN International, provider of cost effective mobile data management and information exchange solutions for exhibits and events, has expedited and simplified the event check-in process with “ITN Mobile Event Check-In.”
Attendees can now have their event credential confirmation sent directly to their Smartphone (iPhone, Blackberry, Droid, etc.), then have the barcode on their Smartphone read instantly at an onsite ITN Fast-Track check-in station. Attendees no longer need to print a copy of their confirmation and carry it to the show or search the database for their record at event check-in. [READ MORE]
Destination News
Florida Scallop & Music Festival
back for 14th year
PORT ST. JOE, FLA. (June 2, 2010) — A long-standing Florida tradition returns for the 14th year this August.
In a celebration of the Gulf region and Florida’s “Forgotten Coast,” the Gulf County Chamber of Commerce hosts the Florida Scallop & Music Festival, formerly known as the St. Joseph Bay Scallop Festival, which brings arts and crafts, music, and the ocean’s bounty to the Waterfront at Shipyard Cove on Friday, Aug. 6 through Sunday, Aug. 8.
A weekend of fun with attractions from local businesses and regional food at an inexpensive price gives the Southeast an easy way to experience the best of the Port St. Joe area while supporting the economy and culture of Florida’s Gulf area.
[READ MORE]
Resort News
Sheraton Nassau Beach Resort earns high marks from Expedia Insiders
NASSAU, The Bahamas — The Sheraton Nassau Beach Resort, located in Nassau, The Bahamas, was recently chosen by Expedia travelers as one of the world’s best hotels on this year’s Expedia Insiders’ Select list.
The list formally recognizes individual hotels worldwide that consistently deliver excellent service, a great overall experience and a notable value. The full list represents only a small percentage of the world’s top hotels from the more than 110,000 hotel properties offered on Expedia.
“We strive to go above and beyond to demonstrate our commitment to our guests at the Sheraton Nassau Beach Resort, and are pleased that our efforts have been acknowledged by Expedia travelers,” said Hans Altenhoff, General Manger. “We look forward to welcoming more guests and extending to them our high level of value and quality of service for an unmatched vacation experience in all of Nassau.” [READ ENTIRE ARTICLE]
Measure the intensity
of your exhibit traffic
E-advertising is often measured as a Cost Per Impression (CPI) or Cost Per Thousand Impressions (CPM). This is not a new technique, traditional marketers have been using something similar for ages.
Whether you advertise on television, radio, magazines, newspapers or billboards you will often look to CPI as your justification for the cost.
For example if you know that your advertisement will be seen by one million people and you are quoted a CPM of $10 your total advertising cost will be $10,000. The CPI then divides this number by 1,000 so that a $10 CPM equates to a $ .01 CPI.
Czarnowski invites union workers to Attend Field Safety Training Program
CHICAGO, Ill. — Czarnowski, a leading exhibit and event company, is taking an unprecedented stance to advocate safety on the tradeshow floor. The company has decided to expand the reach of its successful Field Safety Program to include all union members who provide show labor in key convention cities across the country.
The unions have responded to the invitation very favorably. The first union-focused field safety session was conducted June 1 at Sign and Display Local 1175 in Pompano Beach, Fla.
‘This safety program is the first of its kind, developed specifically for us. It fills a critical void by striving to make show floor safety an essential and ongoing priority,” said Alan ‘Big Al’ Lichtman, Miami’s business representative for Sign and Display Local 1175. “We’re thrilled to be a part of it and we’re grateful Czarnowski is leading the charge to make it happen.”
The sole focus of the program is injury and accident prevention. Content for the course is based on research pointing to the most critical and common safety issues encountered on the show floor today. The program offers solutions to minimize, and ultimately eliminate, the potential for injury and accidents in the field. Course training includes the following topics: ladder safety, scaffolding safety, aerial lift safety, personal protection equipment and emergency action response planning.
“Czarnowski is a company that cares. As leaders in the industry, we believe that spearheading this field safety initiative is simply the right thing to do. We intend to invite and educate as many people as possible – union and non-union personnel are all welcome and encouraged to participate,” says John O’Shea, director of field operations for Czarnowski. “We hope this level of safety becomes the rule in our industry, rather than the exception. Until then, Czarnowski is happy to take the lead. ”
Czarnowski’s Field Safety Program was launched two years ago when they began requiring their own field employees to complete this comprehensive field safety regimen. Since then, 400 Czarnowski employees completed the Field Safety Program and Czarnowski saw related insurance claims plummet 80 percent.
