Welcome to the International Special Events Society Rhode Island Chapter

I am excited to announce that ISES RI was recently recognized internationaly at EventWorld in Baltimore for Spirit of Excellence in Membership Growth and Marketing & Communications. In addition, the Northeast region was recognized as region of the year.

ISES Eventworld 2010 opened August 5-9 in Baltimore at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront with an innovative program of interactive roundtables and a "connections lounge" in place of a formal social event, changes designed to reflect today's demanding business environment.

Presentations from industry leaders have included the latest in decor trends, business management strategies and the "Come Together" session, which examined ways to understand and address the modern workplace, where four generations must collaborate. The RI Chapter should be proud of its accomplishments. Thank you to everyone who has been a part of the chapters continued success. I look forward to building upon the great foundation we have all built together to continue to provide top notch education and innovative programs that enrichen your personal and professional development.

As an ISES Member you have access to endless resources and event professionals around the world! Through ISES, members enjoy conferences, monthly educational programs, special member only events, networking opportunities and industry discounts to name a few.

I invite you to get the most of your membership and get further involved. Please feel free to contact me with any suggestions on topics you would like to learn more about, speakers you have heard or would like to hear, venues, strategic partnership opportunities, etc.

We look forward to seeing you at our next meeting on Wednesday, September 29, 2010 at the Renaissance Downtown Providence Hotel and Temple Restaurant.

Sincerely,

Alex Gorriaran, CSEP
President, ISES Rhode Island
director, marketing/multicultural - (add)ventures