How to Become A MemberHow to Join A Committee
Thanks to our Planners of the Month
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What Does ISES Membership Mean?
Professional Development and Certification
Affiliation with local chapters provides education and idea exchanges. ISES membership keeps you on top of industry trends through educational programs. Participate in the annual Eventworld or other ISES-sponsored classes to challenge your knowledge. Enhance your professional credibility by working towards professional accreditation and becoming a Certified Special Events Professional (CSEP) Support The International Special Events Education Foundation (ISEF) to show commitment to the betterment of the industry.
Recognition
ISES honors industry excellence through its prestigious awards program, the ISES Esprit Awards. The Esprit Awards fuel a spirit of competition within designated categories. The categories within the Esprit De Corps Awards recognize the best and most creative within the special events industry. Esprit Awards gain global visibility and recognition for ISES members through general participation. The program honors professionals who exhibit a "spirit of excellence" in their work.
Resources
ISES facilitates communications between professionals with the resources and materials offered through membership. The ISES Worldwide Resource Directory, updated annually, connects ISES members to their global network. Eventworld magazine updates members monthly on activities and membership benefits available to them.
Strategic Alliance
ISES and SpecialEvents magazine currently have a strategic alliance which provides benefits to ISES members. ISES recognizes SpecialEvents magazine as "the official and premier magazine of the special events industry in North America" and The Special Event as "the official and premier trade show for this industry in North America."
Networking
Involvement means building relationships with other professionals from your region and beyond. The exchange that takes place grows your business contacts, as well as your potential client base and/or provides you with employment opportunities. By commiting time through membership, you invest in yourself and the industry while gaining an industry edge.
Download the ISES Membership Application or ISES Student Membership Application, both of which are in Adobe Acrobat form. Then complete the application and fax or mail it to ISES Headquarters. If you do not have Adobe Acrobat Reader installed, you may download Adobe Reader it at no charge from the Adobe web site. Please refer to the Adobe web site if you have questions about installing and using Acrobat Reader. If you would like additional information about ISES membership, please call ISES Headquarters at 312-321-6853 or 800-688-ISES (4737).
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We need you! Every committee in the ISES NY Metro family is very important and vital to the growth and success of the chapter. Joining a committee gives you the opportunity to add your thoughts and ideas to many aspects of the chapter including monthly events, our newsletter, membership drives, and educational sessions. For more information about our four different committees, please see the information below and contact their respective chairs.
Communications Committee
The Communications Committee works together to produce the monthly newsletter and to maintain the ISES New York Metro Chapter website.
If you are interested in being a part of this committee please contact Communications Committee Chair, Jessica Martin.
Member Services Committee
The Member Services Committee is responsible for managing the chapter's recruitment and retention programs.
If you are interested in being a part of this committee please contact VP of Membership, Liz King or, Membership Committee Co-Chairs Rhonda Cosaluzzo and Gina DeVito.
Programs Committee
The Programs Committee is reponsible for ensuring the successful production of all monthly programs.
If you are interested in being a part of this committee please contact VP of Programs & Education, Howard Givner.
Student Committee
The Student Committee is comprised of students members of the chapter, responsible for special student member projects.
If you are interested in being a part of this committee please contact Chair, Christina Coster.
Twin Chapters Program Committee
The Twin Chapters Program Committee is the NY Metro Chapter liaison with the ISES UK Chapter. The committee coordinates exchange visits to New York and the UK and facilitates the exchange of information and articles for each chapter's monthly newsletter.
If you are interested in being a part of this committee please contact Committee Chair, Christine Brower.
Interested in Becoming a Committee Chair?
Positions are still open for the following committees:
- Awards and Recognition
- Big Apple Awards
- CSEP Preparation
- Strategic Partnerships
- Tradeshow
Please contact Arline Isaacson, Executive Director for more information.
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A big thank you to our Planners of the Month who work hard to ensure the success of the NY Metro Chapter monthly events.
September 2008 Planner of the Month Sandra Placide, CSEP
October 2008 Planner of the Month Preeti Nanvaan
November 2008 Planner of the Month Gina DeVito |
