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President's Report
Dear Las Vegas NACE Chapter,
As we start a new year, I am looking forward to celebrating each month with “must-see” venues and hand-picked educational topics you won’t want to miss.
If you know someone who is interested in becoming a NACE member or has interest in hosting or sponsoring an event, please contact me or Meagan Cartmill, our Membership Director, at [email protected]. We would love to share the numerous benefits of being a NACE member on a local as well as national level.
Remember to keep NACE Experience 2020 top of mind, because it is in our very own city! The Experience 2020 Scholarship application for NACE National Conference will be emailed to all Las Vegas NACE Members. Start counting up your points for meetings attended, donated items and services from 2019 and get your application in before 5 PM on April 30, 2020!
Still don’t have your CPCE certification? I know you’ve been thinking about it, and it’s probably one of your 2020 career goals. If you’re interested in taking the exam, please reach out to me directly at [email protected] so we can help set you up for success!
Cheers to 2020,
Jennifer
-Jennifer Landaz Chapman
NACE Las Vegas Chapter President
Chapter Meetings
"It’s a NACE Day for a White Wedding"
Join us at the Historic Mansion 54 in Downtown Las Vegas. With over 25,000 square feet of flexible, transformable event space to the breathtaking landscape of the open air terrace, Mansion 54 will make an exceptional backdrop for your next event.
Celebrate with us this spring as we marry our favourite foods, sweet treats, tasty libations, and exciting activation's together in one event. Leaving you ready for your next special occasion.
11:00 am Registration Opens
11:30 am Event Begins
1:30 pm Event Concludes
Complimentary Valet Parking will be provided by our host Mansion 54.
Save those fumes and carpool with your colleagues.
National NACE News
The 2020 NACE Experience Conference is a community experience that inspires catering and event professionals to elevate their ideas and expertise. Plan now to join us this August 2-5 at the Bellagio Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, for NACE's must-attend event for professionals like you.
You don't want to miss out!
Register by 3/31/2020 to take advantage of early bird savings
Community Service
SUPPORTING THE COMMUNITY
The Las Vegas NACE Chapter embraces the Spirit of NACE in our commitment to our local community in believes in supporting our community through outreach to local organizations. Each month, our Community Service Committee organizes to support a variety of local charities including Candlelighters, Street Teens, and Shade Tree. Money raised at meetings goes to a variety of items to support these charities, from bottled water to gift cards. If you are interested in assisting with any of their efforts, please contact Kay Kolbo for more information.
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Pictured with me are Street Teens Rep Brenda and our Regional Executive Chef Michael Ingino of Carmine’s and Virgil’s Real BBQ , who assisted me with the January delivery to the center to get things started for 2020!
For more information on these two great events visit our current events for Community Service.
Membership Spotlight
Each month we showcase members from the Las Vegas Chapter of NACE as local professionals who are dedicated to the hospitality industry. To represent the different facets of our industry, we focus on a member from Catering and Events, as well as a member who has attained their CPCE Certification.
CATERING SPOTLIGHT
Cristiana Lungu, Sr. Canference Services Manager, Waldorf Astoria
EVENT PROFESSIONAL SPOTLIGHT
Donna, Sandoval, Account Executive, CORT
CPCE SPOTLIGHT
Sara Guenther, Senior Catering Sales Manager, Bellagio
NACE Legacy
CELEBRATING OUR MEMBERS
NACE started with humble beginnings in 1958 in New York City as the Banquet Managers Guild. Over the years, the organization has grown across the country and with the industry to become "One Industry, One Association".
From its local beginnings in New York City, NACE has grown to encompass more than 4,000 members in more than 40 chapters in North America. NACE continues to raise the standard of professionalism in the industry through education, certification, standards, ethics and professional recognition programs. NACE remains dedicated to growing and changing with the industry’s needs, providing critical resources for all its members, wherever they are in their careers and whatever their positions. Read our story.
LAS VEGAS NACE MEMBERS ANNIVERSARIES
Each month, we celebrate our members who have been a part of the organization throughout for at least five years, providing their continued mentorship, participation, and support of our chapter and guidance for emerging leaders in our industry.
29 Years
Andy Ebon, Wedding University
28 Years
Pat Mobley, Director of Sales & Catering, Premier Design & Decor
20 Years
Michele Polci, CPCE, CMP, Director of Citywide Catering Sales Las Vegas, Caesars Entertainment
18 Years
Josette Murai, CPCE, Convention Services Manager, Hawaii Visitors and Conventions Bureau
16 Years
Kay Kolbo, Director of Special Events, Alicart Restaurant Group
8 Years
Jeremy Morse RIDNV, Event Director, JMT Technology
Past Meeting Recap
“NACE" to Meet You!
Meet your NACE 2020 Board, Learn how TISOH can help you & how to evolve in the event industry!
Many Thanks to those who atatended
Lenny Talarico CSEP CHE
Lenny shared...
Members on the Move
MEMBER UPDATES
NACE is committed to helping our members grow in their professional careers and develop their businesses. If you have news to share about a new job, promotion, accomplishments, or awards let us know and we will post it! And don't forget to update your contact information with NACE National by logging into your account at www.nace.net.
Lip Smacking Foodie Tours awarded 3 x Gold “Best of Las Vegas” awards by Las Vegas Review-Journal for their 4th year in a row!
"Best Tour"
"Best Food Tour”
"Best Date Night Spot“
Get Involved!
NACE WANTS YOU!
You get more out of your membership in NACE by becoming involved as a volunteer. The opportunities for professional growth are endless as you assist with our monthly programs and events as a part of a Committee (local or national), and joining the Board of Directors.
For more information, visit our Get Involved webpage to learn more about the following opportunities.
