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APRIL ISSUE  NEWSLETTER
ISES VISION & MISSION Dedicated and Educated  to Deliver Creative Excellence and Professionalism in Special Events Gain KNOWLEDGE INNOVATION at Work for You QUALITY Services and Program		IN THIS ISSUE.... ISES Toronto April Meeting Highlightsl ISES Toronto Elections The Story So Far Welcome New Members Member Profile Stay Up To Date with ISES Toronto SEARCH Foundation Scholarships Job Postings Upcoming Events Thank You To Our Chapter Sponsors
	President's Message Rachel Mangal rachel@strategyinstitute.com
In April we hosted the most non-members in a meeting ever, which was greatly due to our Canadian Special Event Magazine & Expo Booth efforts. I want to thank our Membership Committee and the rest of the ISES Toronto Board who helped donate time working at our booth to promote our Chapter and our April "Behind the Olympic Rings" event. Our work paid off as we had more non-members than members in the room! It was a great night for networking and meeting new prospective clients. It was also a meeting I will never forget with all of the "backstage" tidbits I learned! A great big thank you goes out to our speakers and the Bond Place hotel for hosting us. Enjoy reading the re-cap below and I look forward to seeing you at May's HST & Wine event, Let’s Wine About HST! Cheers, Rachel Mangal President ISES Toronto Chapter 2009/2010 ISES TORONTO APRIL  MEETING HIGHLIGHTS Behind the Olympic Rings The Olympic Games were awarded to our country and Vancouver was given 5 years to plan our greatest party of the decade! It rolled into town in a whirlwind fashion, capturing the hearts of the nation in a hype we had never felt before. Most of us now only have the famous red mittens as a last reminiscence of the Games but here are some really interesting backstage stories and statistics you haven't heard yet! ISES Toronto hosted "Behind the Olympic Rings" on Tuesday, April 20, where some of the top professionals in the event industry shared their experiences with the audience. Challenges in planning elements of the Olympic Games came in all directions, from legal permits, to weather and ever changing staffing. The audience walked away with a new appreciation of lighting, tenting, entertainment and catering. Air Star Lighting Company Air Star was awarded the official lighting provider over 14 Vancouver locations including various private events, Grouse Mountain and the NBC morning show where 10 balloon lights provided soft lighting on their outdoor set. Directors, Micheal St. Eve and Brian Rutherford explained their struggles to produce more inventory on short notice, adhering to overzealous permit requirements, and how their staff remedied tilting light towers due to melting snow. Regal Tent Regal Tent was the official partner of top Olympic Games Sponsors, including Molson and Samsung, along with providing the structure for Olympic Broadcasting House. How do you secure a tent in the centre of the city without being allowed to punch into the concrete? What do you do if the area being tented is slanted? Michael McCulloch, CEO, described how his team overcame these struggles with the outcome of sourcing a new tent floor supplier in Europe. Dave Woods, Project Manager of Regal explained how the demands of their Olympic clients needing to look different and not like a tent, resulted in the creation of new products including 2-storey tents with real windows and interior walls (available now to rent) and the creation of straight wall facades. Despite the permit issues, and architectural delays, McCulloch says the number one mistake made throughout the whole process was in the beginning. Being one of the few tent companies in Canada with large-scale and customizable tent inventory McCulloch's team had hoped that the phone would ring and business would flow in since the Olympics were coming to Canadian soil. Regal wasn't alone in these expectations. Assumptions were felt all over Canada and especially in B.C. with many industries thinking that the phone would just ring. The phone did eventually ring and Regal Tents helped their clients make a bold and unique impact for sites throughout the city! Stonevents Jim Stone's expertise is in event planning and public relations along with being a key counsel to many of Canada's top entertainers. It's no wonder he was called upon to handle a portion of the entertainment logistics for the Olympic Games Opening Ceremonies. Jim was responsible for ensuring Canadian Opera Diva Measha Brueggergosman along with icon, Sara McLaughlin were properly organized for the Games and right on cue for performing their acts. Jim expressed to the audience that famous musicians are exceptional people with deep hearts and souls and that they are truly gifted artists. Molson Canadian Hockey House Kelly Dooley, Director of Food & Beverage Operations (Compass Food Services) for Molson Canadian Hockey House shared the ins and outs of setting up a 62,000 square foot "Hockey Pavillion Pub". With the Olympic Games starting mid February, Kelly's first mission was to hire 400 staff in November to begin training. Come January, the first hiccup occurred with the 10 staff quitting, including the Head Chef. Competition was fierce for serving staff in the city with venues paying $40/hour for bartenders and Kelly's budget couldn't compete. Molson Canadian Hockey House was going to be host to famous athletes, musicians and dignitaries, and the staff that committed, knew they would be hosting the greatest party this country had ever seen. Molson Hockey House was a tent structure with a main public area called the FanZone, 9 bars, 12 buffets, stage, 3 jumbo screens, raised VIP area, and International Hockey Federation private room and lounge. Virtual Tour: http://molsoncanadianhockeyhouse.com/venue.php Then Click on the Blue Bar for the Fly Through. After the first four days of the Molson Hockey House being open, staff were re-deployed to areas more suited to their expertise and the menu changed to more manageable "pub grub" in the Fan Zone. From there on in it was clear sailing with 3000 fans pouring in nightly along with random appearances of both the Men's and Women's Canadian Hockey Teams, Wayne Gretzky, the Prince of Monaco along with musical performances of Tom Cochrane, Sam Roberts, Bare Naked Ladies, Colin James and more! This was definitely the best place to work during the Games!           After 17 days and an average of 14 hour work days, here are the final statistics: o Over 290,000 servings of alcohol (1,636 bathtubs worth) o 397 associates (hired and trained) o $38,000.00 worth of Saputo cheese o 340 pounds of garlic o 9,920 whole lemons & limes (583 per day) o 2,774 pounds of Mediterranean pasta salad o 115,760 pieces of handmade hors d'oeuvres o 200,000 Molson branded biodegradable beer cups The ISES Toronto audience came away with appreciation for all of our speakers' efforts and appreciation for what the professionals in Russia are about to go through! 2010/2011 ISES TORONTO ELECTIONS Nominations are now under way! Thinking about how to get involved in ISES Toronto? We’re now accepting applications for Board positions. For nominations information, please email the ISES Toronto office at info@isestoronto.com  The Story So Far The Business Events Industry Coalition of Canada has accomplished much in its short life. It aims to foster growth in our industry by consulting with government, industry and business leaders.  By Rita Plaskett, CMP, CMM - Chair, BEICC Board of Directors For an organization that was formed a few short months ago, Business Events Industry Coalition of Canada (BEICC) has accomplished much. The Coalition was formed towards the end of 2009 and formally launched in January, 2010, to act as a unifying voice for the myriad business-events industry groups and associations. As newly named chair of the board, I'm aiming to build on the course charted by the vision and drive of inaugural interim-chair, Steve Dempsey, editor and publisher of M&IT. For its part, the Coalition emphasizes business as a common denominator, and focuses on the importance of presenting a strong collaborative approach to government, industry, business leaders and the general public. Our aim is to be the go-to source for consultation with these sectors, in ensuring a solid environment for our industry to grow and deliver strong financial returns for our member groups. Driving this effort are nine far-sighted industry associations that have come together as the Coalition's founding members: CAEM, CanSPEP, CAPS, CHMSE, Convention Centres of Canada, ISES Canada, PCMA, MPI Canada and Site Canada. The joint leaders of these groups have recognized the need to join the industry's disparate voices for strength and synergy. Each founding member holds a seat on the BEICC board of directors. Naturally, the hope is that other industry associations will join, and that other partners, whether from the larger business world, advisors to the industry or official bodies, will come aboard. The Coalition is also building an advisory council. It's anticipated that in addition to providing strategic advice, these leaders will assist in communicating to senior business representatives, government and regulators across the country. We know that becoming an accepted industry voice does not happen overnight, but we anticipate building solidly throughout 2010. The BEICC board is implementing a plan of action to meet with member association boards and their members, with industry and general business leaders and with government representatives, to tell them about the Coalition and to familiarize them with priorities in our sector. Please forward comments, suggestions, offers to join a committee or information on key issues to the BEICC at general@beicc.com  or visit www.beicc.com  WELCOME NEW MEMBERS Suzanne Barnett, MCC Productions mccproductions@rogers.com  Mary Cao, New Tang Dynasty Television Canada, maryc@ntdtv.ca www.ntdtv.com  Pal Faythe, Hands of Time Inc., faythe@handsoftimeinc.com www.handsoftimeinc.com  Shannon Graham, Zero Staffing Ltd., shannon@zerogta.com www.zerogra.com  James Lester, To Suit Your Fancy, jlester@tosuityourfancy.com www.tosuityourfancy.com  Brank Nikolovski, All Star Interactive, gather@allstarinteractive.ca www.allstarinteractive.ca  Jodi Vogelhut, Lucky Strike Lanes & Lounge, jodi.vogelhut@bowlluckystrike.com www.bowlluckystrike.com  MEMBER PROFILE Regal Tent Productions launches Regal Tent TORONTO in partnership with Chair-man Mills Regal Tent Productions, Ltd is thrilled to announce the launch of its new office, Regal Tent Toronto, on April 15, 2010. This new office will cater to the specific needs of the Toronto market. After spending the past few months speaking with event planners across the GTA, it became very clear that there was a need in the market for a high quality tent rental company that could cater to both small and large events and offer turnkey event rentals, all at a competitive price. HIGH QUALITY TENT RENTAL COMPANY Regal has won numerous international awards for ingenuity, creativity and service while working with the likes of Chanel, The White House, The Olympics, Gucci and Madonna. "Our high profile, international clients will continue to drive our vast and innovative inventory, which we then have the pleasure of offering to the Toronto market.", says President of Regal Tent Productions, Michael McCulloch. It's products like their Double Decker structure, their flooring system that negates the need for unsightly stakes or ballasts and their new Flat-Top Tent (a tent that doesn't look like a tent) that have generated a lot of excitement in the special events industry. TURNKEY SOLUTION From the smallest canopies to double story structures to the largest tent in the world, Regal has it all. Regal has partnered with Chair-man Mills to give their customers the option of a full turnkey solution. "Chair-man Mills has a stellar reputation and the largest inventory of rental items in the Canadian market. To us, it was a perfect match.", says Gavin Wells, General Manager of Regal Tent Productions. "We can now give our customers the choice of rentals that suit their specific event needs - from cutlery to structures, and everything in between.". Mary Crothers, President of Chair-Man Mills sums the partnership up perfectly: "While Chair-man and Regal will continue to be separate companies, the alliance will offer our clients in the GTA the ease of using a single source for the total range of event rental equipment and the peace of mind knowing that everything will be supplied to the highest standard. Chair-man Mills has built a wonderful reputation over the years for the best party rentals available in Canada. In addition to the latest inventory, Chair-man Mills provides exemplary service to all its clients." COMPETITIVELY PRICED "In these challenging economic times, event planners are looking for ways to provide competitive costs to their customers without sacrificing quality.", proclaims McCulloch. With an office and inventory located right in Toronto, Regal has found a way to eliminate unnecessary shipping and delivery charges and pass those savings on to their clients. Michael McCulloch the founder of Regal Tent Productions heads the new office. For inquiries, Regal Tent Toronto can be contacted at 416.504.6173 or TorontoSales@RegalTent.com . About Regal Tent Productions Regal Tent Productions has been creating magical tent structures for major special events of all kinds since 1995. They are known for their ability to install breathtaking tent structures in the most demanding environments. They have installed large clear span and event tents on a metropolitan rooftop, aircraft carrier deck, the southwestern desert, the White House lawn and countless other unique settings. While delivering innovative structures to their clients across North America and the Caribbean, Regal Tent has won numerous awards for ingenuity, and earned a reputation for the highest standard of service and quality in the commercial tents industry. If you'd like more information, please contact Lara McCulloch-Carter, READY2SPARK at 905 681 3332 or 289 937 0141 or lara@ready2spark.com  WANT TO SHOWCASE YOUR COMPANY? Don't miss out on a great opportunity to showcase your event, venue or product! If you are an ISES Toronto member, please send a short blurb (who, what, where, when and why), photos and your contact details to communications@isestoronto.com  by the 21st of each month to be included in the e-newsletter that is sent to a very large target group. The SEARCH Foundation Scholarships The SEARCH Foundation has teamed up with ISES & ISES Eventworld® 2010 to provide twenty (20) scholarships for the full education registration at this year's conference. This year's ISES Eventworld® will be held in Baltimore, Maryland, August 5-8. Twenty members of each of the active ISES chapters will be nominated, and selected by each chapter and approved by SEARCH on a first-come basis. This one-time promotion was made possible by the merging of ISEF (International Special Events Foundation) into the SEARCH Foundation this past December 2009. The SEARCH Foundation is committed to fulfilling the continuing education principles established by ISEF and following the ISES mission statement. Nomination forms available on the ISES Toronto website. All applications must be submitted to SEARCH by June 1, 2010 or earlier. Since this is a first-come first-serve basis, WE HIGHLY SUGGEST that you do not wait until the deadline. (Note: Current Chapter Board members are ineligible for these scholarships. Also, recipients of a scholarship to TSE 2010 are ineligible.) If you have any questions contact Corinne Dudine at Corinne@SEARCHfoundation.org  or via phone: 480.538.7912. We hope you will take advantage of this incredible opportunity for one lucky rising star in your chapter. Visit the ISES Toronto Chapter website to download the application forms: http://www.isestoronto.com  STAY UP TO DATE WITH ISES TORONTO There are many different ways to stay up-to-date with what is going on with ISES Toronto. You can visit our website, subscribe to our newsletter, join our Facebook and Twitter pages: ISES International Special Events Society - Toronto Chapter http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=7607457535  http://twitter.com/ISESToronto  http://isestoronto.com/  JOB POSTINGS! Please send us your job postings to promote on our website. ISES Toronto has many talented individuals and this is a great way to find a new addition to your team. Simply send your posting to info@isestoronto.com UPCOMING EVENTS Mark your calendar for these exciting events and meetings... Note: Dates/Topics subject to change. Tuesday May 19 2010 Let's Wine About The GST  St. Paul's Bloor Street 227 Bloor Street East, Toronto 6:00 - 9:00 pm Join us as we learn more about the HST and its impact on your business, while we enjoy a sampling of Ontario wines... Why is HST being introduced now? Who will be helped, and who will be hurt? Canada-wide excise tax rates update Transitional rules: What happens between now and July 1? o What is the significance of the May 1, 2010 "pre-collection date"? o How will the transitional rules affect sales of tangible goods? Services? Mixed sales of goods plus services? What happens to contracts entered into before 2010, which continue past July 1? How will the new rebate rules impact entities which are not regular GST-registrants, such as charities and schools? How will the new Canadian place-of-supply rules impact businesses operating in Ontario? What about goods and services imported into Canada after June 2010? What about goods and services imported into Ontario after June 2010 from other provinces? What are the "restricted input tax credit" rules for large businesses? How will the new Ontario point-of-sale rebate rules affect your business? What happens to PST on insurance premiums after June 2010? How can businesses plan for the end of PST on June 30, 2010? About the Presenter Steve Van Dyck, CA - PKF Hill Chartered Accountants, Business Advisors Senior Manager, Not-for-Profit Organizations, Entrepreneurial Businesses Steve Van Dyck is an alumnus of University of Western Ontario, and qualified as a chartered accountant in 1986. Steve has worked in public practice in Toronto, Ottawa, and Nairobi, Kenya. Since joining PKF Hill LLP in 2002 as a senior tax manager, Steve has worked exclusively in the area of taxation, primarily with owner-managed businesses, and with a particular focus on excise tax issues (GST and retail sales taxes). Since the introduction of HST into Ontario, Steve has written numerous articles, and addressed various business and professional groups, on the subject   REGISTRATION ISES Members and Guests $50.00 Non-Member $75.00  Student $35.00  Cancellation Policy: Refunds will be issued only if cancellation is received by 9:00 am, 3 business days prior to the meeting date.  Registered no shows and later cancellations will be invoiced for payment in full. ONLINE:  Register online at www.isestoronto.com/mregister.htm BY MAIL/FAX: Download the attached PDF and fax to 905-895-1630                  or mail to: 312 Oakwood Court Newmarket, ON   L3Y 3C8   BY EMAIL:   Send an email to info@isestoronto.com     MARK YOUR CALENDAR! Note: Dates/Topics subject to change. May 19 Let’s Wine about HST! Find out how HST will affect your small (or big) business  along with tasting the fine Wines of Ontario. LOCATION: St. Paul’s Bloor Street 227 Bloor Street Eastl Toronto, ON M4W 1C8 www.stpaulsbloor.org/rental.php  June 15 Patio Crawl – Toronto Come see Toronto finest venue patios! November 9 ISES Toronto Gala Suites at 1 King West 5:30 - 11:00 pm Details coming soon!   To find out more about these and other upcoming events please visit: http://www.isestoronto.com/coming.html
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