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SUMMARY:42nd ANNUAL AUCTION & FUNDRAISER
DESCRIPTION:The Arizona Chapter of the\nHospitality Sales & Marketing Association International\nPresents their Award-Winning Event …. \n \n42nd ANNUAL AUCTION & FUNDRAISER\nCelebrating the “Year of the Snake”\nJoin Arizona’s Hospitality and Meeting Industry Professionals for\nan Unforgettable Evening of Fun and Purpose! \nThe past four years have demonstrated the remarkable resilience and teamwork that form the foundation of Arizona’s vibrant hospitality industry. Our community thrives when we come together\, and the enthusiasm for high-energy\, interactive events like our auction has never been stronger. \nThis year\, we are thrilled to invite you to the 42nd Annual Auction\, Fundraiser\, and Dinner\, hosted at our award-winning venue\, as we celebrate the “Year of the Snake.” This event promises an evening filled with excitement\, camaraderie\, and the spirit of giving. \nProceeds from this unforgettable evening will benefit the Arizona Chapter of HSMAI\, supporting its mission to deliver quality continuing education and scholarships for professionals in the hospitality industry and aspiring future leaders. Additionally\, we will be raising awareness and funds for our 2025 CHARITY OF THE YEAR – HARVEST COMPASSION CENTERS. For more information\, CLICK HERE. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to connect\, celebrate\, and contribute to a cause that shapes the future of our industry. Join us for a night to remember—so much fun for such a worthy cause! \nWE ARE OFFICIALLY SOLD OUT FOR OUR 42ND ANNUAL EVENT!\nIf you would like to be placed on a wait list\, please e-mail Joanne at admin@hsmai-az.org.\nCLICK HERE TO DONATE A PRIZE ON-LINE \nInterested in sponsoring this event? Click HERE for opportunities \nDATE:\nFriday\, July 25\, 2025 \nVENUE: \nThe Camby – Autograph Collection\n2401 E. Camelback Road\nPhoenix\, Arizona \nAGENDA: \n5:00-6:30 p.m.\nSavvy Foyer and Salon:\nRegistration\, Cocktail Reception (no-host bar)\nPassed Hors D Oeuvres\, Photo Booth and Silent Auction \n6:30-9:30 p.m.\nCamby Ballroom:\nDinner\, Quarter Auction\, Charity Pledge Drive and Live Auction \n\n\n2025 Dinner Menu \nAssorted Rolls and Butter on tables \nLittle Gem Salad:\nSunflower seeds\, teardrop peppers\, southwest granola\, cotija and green goddess dressing \nDuet Plate:\nGrilled New York Strip finished with Chimayo chili butter\, paired with Achiote-rubbed Pork Tenderloin glazed in tomatillo. Served with Oaxaca cheese au gratin potatoes\, grilled broccolini\, and blistered pear tomatoes. \nVegan Option:\nRoasted Spaghetti Squash Vegan Piquillo Roasted Red Pepper Purée\, Tri-Color Romanesco Cauliflower\, Tangerine oil infused Squash\, Grilled Asparagus\, and Cured Tomatoes \nDessert:\nKey Lime Mango Coconut Creme Pie\nFresh blackberries and chocolate leaf \n\n\n9:30 p.m.\nBees Knees:\nAfter Party with Cash Bar\, Late Night Bites and Karaoke/Music with Event Team\, Inc. \nATTIRE:\nUpscale Southwestern and/or Snake Themed \nCOST:\n$95.00 Per Person until 7/03/25 … $105 after 7/03/25\n$925.00 Corporate Table of Ten until 7/03/25 … $1000 after 7/03/25 \nThe Resort is offering a special overnight rate of $99.00 per room.\n \nThis special rate is good for two nights before and after our event.\n\nPlease book your room HERE. \n\n\nLast day to book is Friday\, July 11\, 2025.\nThe cancellation deadline is 3 days prior to arrival\, otherwise one night’s room/tax will be charged.\n\nPARKING:\nComplimentary valet (gratuities appreciated) and self-parking is available \nAUCTION SPONSORS: \nTITLE SPONSOR \n \nHOST VENUE SPONSOR \n \nAUDIO-VISUAL and LIGHTING SPONSOR \n \nSIGNAGE SPONSOR \n \nSTAGING SPONSOR \n \nAFTER PARTY ENTERTAINMENT SPONSOR \n \nPHOTO BOOTH SPONSOR \n \nCENTERPIECE SPONSOR \n \nTABLE GIFT SPONSORS \n               \nQUARTER COUNTING SPONSOR \n \nGRAPHIC SERVICES/DECOR SPONSORS \n      \nVIDEOGRAPHY SPONSOR \n \nLINEN SPONSOR \n \n\nCORPORATE TABLE SPONSORS \n\n\nAIT Promotions\nAmadeus Hospitality\nAventura Catering\nBWH Hotels\nConvention Solutions & Innovation (CSI)\nDelta Hotels by Marriott Phoenix-Mesa\nCaesars Entertainment\nExperience Glendale\nHello Arizona! Destination Management\nMesa Convention Center & Amphitheatre and The Post\nPadish Law Group\nPRA Events Inc.\nRenaissance Glendale Hotel & Convention Center\nStellar Adventures/Hot Air Expeditions\nTempe Tourism\nThe Camby – Autograph Collection\nThe Driver Provider\nThe Event Team\nthe next great event\, LLC\nTwilight Productions\nWarehouse 215 \n\n\n\n\nCLICK HERE FOR A PRINTABLE INVITATION \nCLICK HERE FOR AN PRINTABLE AUCTION DONOR FORM \nCLICK HERE FOR  A PRINTABLE DONOR LETTER \n\n\n\n\n \nWatch Video\n\nABOUT HSMAI\nThe Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) is an individual membership organization with more than 7\,000 members worldwide. HSMAI is committed to growing business for hotels and their partners\, and is the industry’s leading advocate for intelligent\, sustainable hotel revenue growth. The association provides hotel professionals and their partners with tools\, insights\, and expertise to fuel sales\, inspire marketing\, and optimize revenue through programs such as the Adrian Awards and the Revenue Optimization Conference. HSMAI is an individual membership organization comprising more than 7\,000 members worldwide\, with 40 chapters in the Americas Region. More information is at www.hsmai.org. \nThe Arizona Chapter\, the fifth largest chapter in the U.S.\, celebrated its 50th Anniversary in 2018. The chapter was honored in 2019 as the Chapter of the Year and is the recipient of the most “Chapter Awards of Excellence” in the history of HSMAI. Most recently\, the chapter was recognized with three HSMAI Frank Berkman Chapter Awards of Excellence and an AzSAE Award of Excellence in Association Management. Membership is 120+ members strong\, and is comprised of General Managers\, Directors of Sales\, Sales Managers\, Revenue Managers\, and Student Members. The chapter offers members a variety of education programs\, community volunteer opportunities\, leadership and professional development opportunities and a variety of networking and special events. \nABOUT OUR HOST VENUE \n \nCelebrate refined revelry at our boutique hotel in Phoenix.\nA reimagined look for a Phoenix icon\, the newly-renovated Camby is the embodiment of a warm welcome—a blend of creativity\, luxury\, and authentic desert style. Situated near Biltmore Fashion Park and minutes from Scottsdale and downtown Phoenix\, experience the vibrant culture and local artistry of Arizona when you stay at The Camby\, where every moment is a celebration of refined revelry. Refreshed interior design gives The Camby’s classical bones new life with natural glimpses of flora & fauna and modern muted hues resulting in a dynamic contemporary space that evokes emotion\, relaxation\, and curiosity. With upbeat\, convivial energy\, The Camby offers bold Southwestern flavors\, agave-based spirits\, and friendly\, knowledgeable staff. Whether you’re seeking the perfect cup of coffee or nightcap to end the day\, you’ll find it here. Experience our signature\, enigmatic buzz that is spirited and sophisticated\, inspired by the Arizona desert. More information at: https://www.thecamby.com/ \n    \n\n\nABOUT OUR  CHARITY\n \nMitchell Swaback Charities\, Inc. (AZ) is a 20-year-old\, volunteer-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit that fully funds and operates Harvest Compassion Centers (HCC). It all began with one family who wanted to impact strangers in memory of the tragic loss of a son and brother\, Mitch Swaback. During the post-recession days of 2009\, MSC leaders saw an opportunity to serve our local kids with basic life necessities that would improve their overall health\, well-being\, and future. \nHCC was launched in 2011 to immediately serve the needs of children and their families through our ‘Food Banking Reimagined’ model. Our goals are simple: reduce food insecurity for children and families living in poverty\, improve their overall quality of life in the home\, and improve their school readiness and academic achievements. ‘Food Banking Reimagined’ merges mini grocery stores\, high-end clothing boutiques\, and kids’ play corners\, all into one. One in five children in Maricopa County are going to bed hungry. HCC’s North Phoenix/Scottsdale\, West Phoenix\, and Maryvale locations are feeding over 19\,000 families annually\, including over 50\,000 local children. Our centers are located in generationally poor neighborhoods\, where median incomes are below state poverty levels\, 98% receive SNAP benefits\, and 99% receive free school meals. HCC embodies a commitment to providing clients with an exceptional shopping experience\, emphasizing authentic connections\, and cultivating genuine client relationships\, while also being dedicated to sharing referral services\, creating lasting\, impactful change! \nHCC’s ‘Food Banking Re-imagined’ program is our flagship initiative\, operating at three locations: North Phoenix/Scottsdale\, West Phoenix\, and Maryvale. Our centers focus on serving the working poor\, underinsured\, underemployed\, and minority populations—individuals and families facing significant economic challenges. These include those working multiple jobs\, combined households living under one roof\, and multi-generational families struggling to make ends meet. In Maricopa County\, 64% of families live below the poverty line\, with one in five children going to bed hungry. \nAs the economic fallout from the pandemic continues\, young children remain among the most vulnerable. HCC aims to combat local food insecurity rates\, addressing the critical needs of disadvantaged families and helping close achievement gaps that disproportionately affect these communities. Our ‘Food Banking Re-imagined’ model is designed to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for underemployed and underrepresented families of diverse backgrounds. With no income or geographical restrictions\, we provide free access to healthy food\, essential hygiene products\, proper clothing\, and baby necessities to all who come through our doors. \nThis program operates entirely free for clients and does not receive government food products or funding. Families may visit once every 30 days and receive additional support\, including community referrals\, prayer\, encouragement\, and hope. Our commitment goes beyond meeting immediate needs; we walk alongside our clients\, instilling independence\, confidence\, and a drive toward self-sustainability. Witnessing their journey toward success is a privilege and a testament to the transformative impact of our work. \nA typical client at HCC is a low-income family with an average household size of six. Often\, one adult works multiple jobs while another provides full-time care for young children or elderly relatives. For instance\, Maria and Jorge\, a Phoenix couple\, live in a cramped two-bedroom apartment with their four children and Maria’s elderly parents. Jorge works two jobs\, and Maria manages the home and cares for the family. Financial hardships force them to prioritize bills over essentials like food and clothing. HCC is honored to support families like Maria and Jorge\, providing them with monthly groceries\, hygiene products\, and seasonal clothing. \nIn 2024\, HCC’s impact was the following: Fed and clothed 19\,028 families with 600\,000 pounds of food\, hygiene and baby product\, distributed 118\,106 pieces of laundered clothing\, over 10\,000 Christmas toys were distributed to 3\,007 kids during the month of December\, 124\,600 diapers and baby wipes were distributed by 1\,966 volunteers who donated 17\,496 hours of service. \n\nTHE CONCEPT OF THE AUCTION\nThe original Chinese Auction was conceived in 1982 by the Arizona Chapter of the Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International. This event has gained national recognition and has been adopted by numerous HSMAI and MPI chapters through the U.S. as their major fundraiser. \nThe auction was originally given the Chinese theme due to the location of the event – the former China Doll Restaurant in Phoenix. Over the years\, the auction has grown and has moved its location to larger venues. The Chinese theme has remained. \nThe idea of the auction is to provide each guest with a list of prizes (such as dinners\, golf outings\, gift baskets\, services\, and hotel/resort stays) and a numbered stick. Each table is supplied with a bucket that is placed in the middle. Starting with the number one item\, the auctioneer describes that item and asks the guests who are interested in bidding on this item to toss a quarter or quarters in the bucket. The guest then holds their stick in the air. The auctioneer calls out the numbers that are held up. A gonger (who cannot see or hear what is going on) is responsible for hitting the gong after a few seconds. The last number called out when the gong rings has won that prize and goes to the stage to claim it. This sequence of events goes on throughout the evening until all prizes are gone. Over the years\, a silent and live auction have also been added to the event. \nThis event has won numerous awards including “Stars of the Industry” Awards from the Arizona Lodging & Tourism Association\, “Awards of Excellence in Association Management” from the Arizona Society of Association Executives and several HSMAI International Awards. \nIn 2022\, the name of our event was changed to be more diverse and inclusive\, but the year of the Chinese Zodiac and the Asian theme remain. \nCome ready to have a great time.\nThis is the perfect event to also bring\nfamily members\, friends\, and co-workers.\nWE ARE OFFICIALLY SOLD OUT FOR OUR 42ND ANNUAL EVENT!\nIf you would like to be placed on a wait list\, please e-mail Joanne at admin@hsmai-az.org.\nCLICK HERE TO DONATE A PRIZE ON-LINE \nCLICK HERE FOR A PRINTABLE INVITATION \nCLICK HERE FOR AN PRINTABLE AUCTION DONOR FORM \nCLICK HERE FOR  A PRINTABLE DONOR LETTER
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