Wednesday, November 21, 2007

Info about Seattle












For those of you who will be out in Seattle in January for the PCMA Annual Convention, I found this wonderful website about pizza places in Seattle!

If you are interested in learning everything there is to know about the pizza places in and around Seattle check out this blog: http://seattlepizza.typepad.com/seattle_pizza/






If, for some unknown reason, you would like information on other local restaurants and attractions in Seattle check out AOL's site: http://cityguide.aol.com/seattle



Please be sure to check out the Seattle CVB's website http://www.visitseattle.org/visitors/default.asp, and the Washington State Convention & Trade Center's Website http://www.wsctc.com/default.aspx

:) Have a Great Thanksgiving!

Tuesday, November 13, 2007

University of Delaware Fundraising Social

On November 6, 2007 the University Of Delaware Chapter Of PCMA hosted a wonderful social event for students in the Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Management Major at UD. This dance party was part of a fundraising plan to raise money to send students to this year’s annual meeting. The dance social was held at the Chesapeake Inn in Maryland and was attended by approximately 125 people. If any other student chapter is interested in organizing a dance social for their club please contact matthew@udel.edu for question/suggestions on how to have a successful event.

Posted by Matthew Ardakanian

Thursday, November 8, 2007

Hello Everyone!

I am going to start updating this website again FINALLY! It has been an incredibly busy time for me at work, with our annual convention having just finished in October. If you are intersted to see what type of events I plan as an association meeting planner, check out this website:

http://www.pma.com/events/

Finally things are starting to settle down a bit!

So, on to some Info!

Scholarship Points
Please remember to send your Scholarship Points Logs to me for September - November 12th. I will need these on November 12th. Please send them to gppcmastudents@gmail.com. If you have any questions, please feel free to call me at 302-607-2154. I will be out of the office on November 14th, so if you need me, please send me and email with your phone number and I will return your call from home.

I do go through the points to make sure everything is posted correctly. If I have any questions, I will try to contact you. We are hopefully going to award the scholarship on November 14th at the 15th Anniversary Celebration (no, you do not have to be present to win). You will receive a phone call from me to alert you that you have won sometime that morning.

If you have any questions about the points logs, please feel free to contact me. I'm more than happy to answer any questions.

15th Anniversary Celebration
The Greater Philadelphia Chapter of PCMA is throwing a 15th Anniversary Party and you’re invited!! Of course, all are welcome and the more the merrier. Besides the open bar, live band and fabulous dinner, there will be a tremendous Silent Auction with over 100 items to bid on! Last but not least, there will a program throughout dinner celebrating the Chapter’s leaders and accomplishments!
When? Wednesday, November 14th att 5:15 PM
Where? Philadelphia Marriott Downtown

If you have not already done so, sign up today for what will surely be a night to remember! Please send me an email at gppcmastudents@gmail.com, if you would like to sign up or would like more information.

Monday, November 5, 2007

The International Hotel/Motel and Restaurant Show


No hospitality student should miss the upcoming International Hotel, Motel, and Restaurant Show in New York City from November 11-13 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center. This convention is great for hospitality students because you can network with industry leaders, familiarize yourself with many of the industry’s vendors, and see first hand some of the logistics of carrying out a large citywide convention. There are educational sessions that students and professionals can attend, as well as, impressive culinary displays. Please see http://www.ihmrs.com/ for more information.



Tentative Schedule
All times and dates are subject to change. The most up-to-date information can be found at
http://www.ihmrs.com/content/dates.htm

All events held at Jacob K Javits Convention Center unless otherwise indicated.

Saturday, November 10, 2007
Hospitality Leadership Forum
9:00am - 5:00pm

International Hospitality Ball
7:30pm - Midnight
Mandarin Oriental

Sunday, November 11, 2007
Opening Ceremony
9:30am - 10:00am

Exhibits Open
10:00am - 5:00pm

Seminar Programming
10:30am - 4:30pm

Culinary Demonstrations
11:00am - 3:00pm

AH&LA Inaugural Gala
7:00pm - 10:00pm
The Crowne Plaza Times Square Manhattan

Late Night with IH/M&RS
9:00pm - Midnight
BB King Blues Club & Grill

Monday, November 12, 2007
Gold Key Design Awards Breakfast
7:30am - 9:30am
Mandarin Oriental

Hospitality Career Fair
10:00am - 4:00pm

Exhibits Open
10:00am - 5:00pm

Seminar Programming
10:30am - 4:30pm

Culinary Demonstrations
11:00am - 3:00pm

Foodservice Industry Networking Reception
5:30pm - 9:00pm
Naples 45

Shoes in the City
6:30pm - 9:30pm
Mohawk Group Showroom

Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Exhibits Open
10:00am - 4:00pm

Big Apple Stars Awards
10:00am - 12:00pm


Post by Matthew Ardakanian

Thursday, April 12, 2007

Trade Show Training Unique Internship!

UNIQUE INTERNSHIP
Do you want an internship that stretches your abilities? Do you want to do more than you know? Or think you can do? Get thrown to the wolves to test your abilities? Come out with a sterling record and perhaps continue into a real job with the same company?


NOTE – This is open to Juniors, Seniors, Graduate Students. Prior experience is helpful but not necessary – the desire to succeed is most important. Age is not a factor – but your ability and willingness to learn is important. Will consider two interns at the same time – just give me a reason. It is possible to work remotely from home or from Richmond, Virginia!


DESCRIPTION
Trade Show Training, inc. is a Richmond-VA-based firm that conducts national seminars – Camp Sho-M-Sel-M - and consults with corporate clients. Plus, TSTi has an online course, newsletter and correspondence with an international audience.


REQUIREMENTS
- Excellent spelling, grammar and writing skills
- Strong Internet skills, PowerPoint and presentation programs
- Clear speaking voice
- Able to follow directions + give accurate information + willingness to learn
- Must have mature attitude, be a self-starter, require little supervision


DUTIES
The Mundane Stuff
-Online and other correspondence - monitor and answer per instructions
-Online site - monitor and change as needed per instructions
-Take accurate messages and forward as needed
-Update the online and paper mailing lists
-Handle outgoing mailings
-Coordinate with me when I’m on the road


The Medium Stuff
-Write releases. Post internationally and keep track of them
-Assist with TSTi online Newsletter
-Assist with preparation of TSTi seminars
-Meeting planning details – hotel, facilities, speakers - selection, contracts
-Attend a trade show – i.e. - Trade Show Exhibitors Assoc show in DC


The Extra and Continuing Stuff
-Write articles and opinion pieces for online distribution
-Write and distribute TSTi Newsletter articles
-Optional - Present at TSTi seminars
-Optional - Get a real job with TSTi


PAY
Sorry - this is an experience internship from May through August,
2007. No pay but a bonus for Camp attendees who register through your efforts. If you continue beyond the internship, pay will
be negotiated.


OPTIONAL BONUS
#1 - Reduced housing costs. Stay in my house. Take care of business. Take care of the cat.
#2 – An internship can be structured so you do this remotely via Internet


REQUIREMENTS
-Must be absolutely trustworthy
-Must be Internet-savvy and protective of the TSTi brand
-Must not smoke – anything
-Must be drug-free
-Must be willing to work hard
-Must have an entrepreneurial inclination


To Apply
1. Step 1 - A letter of interest via e-mail. Do not send attachments. Please tell me why you are interested in this internship.
2. Step 2 – If selected, you will be asked to send samples of writing and a full resume including references.


Contact:
Julia O’Connor
Julia@TradeShowTraining.com
PO Box 17155 – Richmond VA 23226
804-270-3000
http://www.TradeShowTraining.com

Online Summer Hospitality Classes offered through UNLV

UNLV is offering the following online classes during two five week
summer sessions. These classes carry academic credit and can be
applied to a degree and/or transferred to other colleges

Click Here for Course Descriptions

Summer Term II: June 4 to July 6
Catering Sales and Operations
Special Events Management


Summer Term III: July 9 to August 10
Catering Sales and Operations
Hospitality Marketing
Meeting Planning


You can take these classes as a non-admitted student. Each class
costs approx. $500 plus the cost of the book.

Directions for enrolling in an online class as a non-admitted student:

Non-admitted students are not degree seeking and do not have to pay the $60 application fee. More information on page 27 of this catalog excerpt: http://www.unlv.edu/pubs/catalogs/undergraduate/pdf/main/admissions.pdf

Logistical information for non-admitted students:
http://summerterm.unlv.edu/Non-Admitted.htm

Click here for the Summer schedule: Online classes have section numbers in the 200s – 210, 211, 212)

Be sure to check with your advisors to be sure your school will accept the credit toward your degree.


Contact Patti Shock directly for more information.

Patti J. Shock, CPCE
Professor and Chair
Tourism and Convention Administration Department
Harrah College of Hotel Administration
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
4505 Maryland Pkwy - Box 456023
Las Vegas NV 89154-6023
Phone: 702/895-0875 Fax: 702/895-4870
E-mail: patti.sh...@unlv.edu
Blog: http://www.bloglines.com/blog/PattiShock

Thursday, April 5, 2007

Send 'Thank You' Notes to Prospective Employers

From MSNBC.com


To please potential employers, say 'thank you'. You might be thinking I sound like a throwback from the workplace dark ages, but sending a thank-you note after a job interview can be an important step toward landing the job you want.

The link that follows will take you to an article by Eve Tahmincioglu concerning "Thank you" notes, as well as a few examples.

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/17871801/