BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//HSMAI-AZ - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:HSMAI-AZ X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://hsmai-az.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for HSMAI-AZ REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Phoenix BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20190101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240411 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240412 DTSTAMP:20260423T232108 CREATED:20240206T200830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T171646Z UID:10000034-1712793600-1712879999@hsmai-az.org SUMMARY:Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) 2024 DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, April 11\, 2024 // 1:00pm-7:00pm\nHosted by:Desert Diamond Arena9400 W Maryland Ave.Glendale\, AZ 85305 \nGet ready for an unforgettable celebration as Arizona comes alive to mark the Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) 2024! Presented by the US Travel Association and hosted by your Arizona MPI and HSMAI chapters\, this event promises a day of inspiration\, education\, and networking like never before. \nHighlights of the Day: \n\nMPI and HSMAI Vendors: Explore the latest products and services from leading vendors in the meeting and hospitality industry. Discover innovative solutions to elevate your events and experiences.\nEducational Sessions: Gain valuable insights from industry experts. Listen to Alison Brooks with Visit Mesa as she shares her expertise on autism certification\, shedding light on creating inclusive events. Renie Cavallari with ASPIRE will address the importance of overcoming “Head Trash” in the fast-paced world of event planning.\nNetworking Opportunities: Connect with fellow professionals\, forge new partnerships\, and expand your network. The event provides ample opportunities for collaboration and building lasting relationships.\nWatch Party and Celebration: Throughout the event we’ll be celebrating GMID 2024 with a watch party of MPI Global’s content. Join the excitement as we acknowledge the impact of the meetings and events industry on a global scale.\nMeet our emcee\, Kristy Siefkin! WIth over 15 years of experience in TV broadcasting\, Kristy is a trusted expert in the art of clear and compelling communication. She is bringing her dynamic presence and honed communication skills to elevate our GMID celebration.\nClosing Reception – No-host bar and munchies – one free drink ticket (beer and wine) is included in registration.\n\nThis is more than just an event; it’s a celebration of the industry’s resilience\, innovation\, and the power of connection. Save the date\, and join us for Arizona Celebrates GMID 2024 – an event that promises to be both enriching and entertaining. See you at Desert Diamond Arena on April 11th! \nRegistration fees are $45 for MPI/HSMAI Members and $55 for Non-Members \nVendor Showcase fees are $250 for MPI/HSMAI Members and $350 for Non-Members. \nPre-registration closes at Noon on 4/8/24. \nREGISTER NOW! URL:https://hsmai-az.org/event/global-meetings-industry-day-gmid-2024/ LOCATION:AZ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240215T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240215T183000 DTSTAMP:20260423T232108 CREATED:20240116T155538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T182731Z UID:10000033-1708012800-1708021800@hsmai-az.org SUMMARY:February 2024 Kick Off Meeting DESCRIPTION:HSMAI FEBRUARY 2024 KICK-OFF MEETING\, MIXER AND ”BRING YOUR REVENUE MANAGER” DAY\n“Revenue Optimization”Presented by a Panel of Experts \nThursday\, February 15\, 20244:00-6:30pm \nHosted by \n \n \nEgyptian Motor Hotel – A Best Western Signature Collection \n765 Grand Avenue\, Phoenix 85007 \nREGISTER NOW! \nAGENDA: \n4:00pm-4:30pm … Registration\, Cocktails (no-host bar) and Networking \n4:30pm-4:45pm … Welcome & Announcements \n4:45pm-5:45pm … Education Program \n5:45pm-6:15pm … Networking with Appetizers and Cocktails (no-host bar) \n6:15-6:30pm … Raffle\, Drawings\, and Conclusion \nJoin us and learn from our panel of professionals on how to create an unforgettable event that is on trend and budget.\nAnd … come check out one of the coolest boutique hotels that Arizona has to offer! \nOUR PANEL OF EXPERTS \n Moderator: David Millili\, CEO\, LodgIQ \nVoted one of the 100 Most Powerful People in USA Hospitality\, David Millili is the CEO of LodgIQ™. He brings almost three decades of acclaimed leadership experience in all aspects of the industry. \nBefore joining LodgIQ\, he served as CCO at Nomadix\, CEO of Runtriz\, and CEO and board member of Pegasus Solutions\, a global leader in providing technology and services to hotels and travel distributors. Prior to that\, David founded and led Open Hospitality\, which was acquired by Pegasus Solutions. He also co-founded Timeless Hospitality\, one of the first e-commerce reservation platforms for independent hotels. David was a GM of two iconic New York City Times Square hotels and a professor at NYU. He is also the host of The Modern Hotelier podcast\, NYU Incubator Mentor\, and trusted advisor\, working with brands like Laasie\, Stayflexi\, TipBrightly\, Laso Experience\, GoMoment\, and Pharos Resources. \n Mark Gosiewski\, CHT\, CHIA\, Senior Revenue Manager Trainer\, Best Western Hotels & Resorts\n After spending four years touring as a trumpet player\, Mark joined the hospitality industry in 2012 starting as a front desk agent at the Best Western Plus Sundial in Scottsdale\, Arizona. After 2.5 years at the property level\, he transitioned to the corporate environment working with Best Western Worldwide Sales\, helping facilitate the corporate RFP process. Mark then moved to Revenue Management in 2016\, first working as a Revenue Manager for over 100 BWH hotels in the state of Texas\, and then took over as the Revenue Manager Trainer in December of 2019 where he now facilitates large classroom training and produces prerecorded online content.\n Lori Morris\, CRME\, CHBA\, Director of Revenue Management at Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort\n Lori has been at Tapatio Cliffs for over a year\, in the revenue management discipline for almost 19 years\, and in the hospitality field for 24 years as of Valentine’s Day. Lori loves the strategy and puzzle aspects of revenue management and the people both in and out of the hospitality industry. She often refers to herself as the “Pandemic President” of our HSMAI Arizona Chapter in 2020 and now serves as the Co-Chair of the Auction Committee. When not at the resort or hospitality events\, Lori can be found wrangling her two sons\, watching Broadway shows at Gammage\, hiking\, or reading.\n Brandon W. Smith\, Complex Director of Revenue Management\, Arizona Biltmore – A Waldorf Astoria Resort\n Brandon started his hotel career in 1998 at the Arizona Biltmore in the Reservations Department. He became a Director of Revenue at the Arizona Biltmore in 2008\, right after the Global Financial Crisis. Brandon then moved to Maui in 2018 to be the Director of Revenue Management at Grand Wailea. He transitioned back to Phoenix in September 2020 and has been in a complex role between Arizona Biltmore and Grand Wailea ever since. He has been a Hilton team member for 25 years. When not working\, he enjoys spending time with his wife of 24 years and his 7 kids with ages that range from 7-20. He loves working out\, running (currently training for another half marathon in Maui) and utilizing the team member travel program with Hilton\, especially when going on road trips.\n Eric Szymanski\, Director of Sales and Business Intelligence\, Amadeus Hospitality\n Eric is a hospitality professional with over 20 years of Sales\, Marketing & Revenue Management experience in hotels & resorts of all sizes.  Eric joined the Amadeus team in 2019 and currently resides in Denver\, Colorado. As Director of Sales\, Business Intelligence\, Eric works with Sales & Revenue leaders across North America to drive optimal mix of sales across all market segments and booking channels using Demand360+\, Agency360+ & RevenueStrategy360.\nPrior to joining Amadeus\, Eric worked in roles from Catering/Convention Services Manager to Director of Sales & Marketing to General Manager for corporate managed & franchise hotels & resorts across central Florida.  He was the Area Director of Sales for Marriott International in Orlando.  He has been a member and volunteer leader in several hospitality industry associations over the years\, including HSMAI\, MPI\, PCMA\, ASAE\, FSAE\, NACE\, Skal International and more.  He served on the Convention Sales Committee for Visit Orlando to drive group business to the destination.\n Victoria Voto\, Peachtree Hospitality Management\n With over 20 years in the hospitality industry\, Victoria has spent the majority of that in Revenue Management.  From her first role as a Groups Rooms Coordinator at The Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort she learned that Revenue Management was the place for her.  Working with Starwood Hotels she made her way through the Revenue Management Trainee Program at The Phoenician Resort\, eventually listening to the words of her mentor\, “You will not stay here forever\,” she made her way to other brands and management companies.  With experience she has gained through numerous roles what she holds dearest are the lasting friendships she has made across the industry. Currently she is Regional Director of Revenue Management for Peachtree Group- Hospitality Management.  She oversees a collection of hotels for the Southwest Region (Arizona and Texas).  Her favorite part of her role is working alongside her regional counterparts as they strategize to exceed revenue budgets for each of their hotels.  Victoria also found a deep connection with HSMAI-Arizona as she has held board positions for the past 3 years.  She has primarily focused on Collegiate Relations working with the state Universities and Colleges to engage Hospitality students with the Association.  She just recently was appointed to Director of Finance.  In her free time\, she can be found catching live music around the valley or many times creating an out of state adventure to see a show. \nPARKING: \nSelf-parking available at the hotel and surrounding surface streets. \n Previous slide\n Next slide \nHOST VENUE: \nWe found this buried treasure\, a time capsule rich in early mid-century history. We couldn’t just kick sand on it\, and unsee it\, so we gave it new life! Described by Sunset Magazine as “resurrected as one of the coolest boutique hotels that Arizona has to offer”\, the Egyptian was brought back to life to inspire the creative types\, the foodies\, and the music lovers who like to connect and surround themselves in originality. Downtown Phoenix’s latest play station and overnight hub features 47 retro modern rooms\, (and an airstream)\, Chilte\, the highly lauded food pop-up turned must-try restaurant\, and Egyptian Live\, a 250 seat outdoor cocktail bar where folks can imbibe on inventive cocktails\, savor the tastes of Chilte-to-go\, and enjoy live entertainment. Did we mention there will be games? It’ll be a Gas. \nWe’ve done a whole lot more than replace the 1950’s spring mattresses and coin operated vibrating beds. We’ve created modern crash pads with a nod to their past! Rooms include Free WIFI + Marshall Bluetooth Speakers + microwave + Dinette Table and fridge + rain shower heads + mini patio\, and more. \nFeatured in Bon Appétit as “one of the most anticipated restaurant openings of 2023”\,  Chilte brings an elevated food truck culture to the Egyptian! Chilte combines their independent spirit and wildly imagined ingredients to bring your food experience to a whole new level. Check it out at https://www.egyptianmotorhotel.com/. URL:https://hsmai-az.org/event/february-2024-kick-off-meeting/ LOCATION:AZ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231214T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231214T213000 DTSTAMP:20260423T232108 CREATED:20231012T181013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231211T185625Z UID:10000032-1702576800-1702589400@hsmai-az.org SUMMARY:Holidays and Hospitality DESCRIPTION:HSMAI Arizona ChapterPresents \nThe 55th Annual Awards Gala and Celebration\n“Holidays and Hospitality”\n \nThursday\, December 14\, 2023McCormick Scottsdale ResortLakeside Ballroom7421 N. Scottsdale Road\, Scottsdale 85253 \n \nAGENDA: \n6:00-7:00pm … Registration & Cocktail Reception – Lakeside Terrace7:00-9:45pm … Dinner\, Board Installation\, Chapter Awards of Excellence – Lakeside Ballroom9:45-10:00pm … Raffle Drawings10:00pm … After Party – Pinon Grille \nYou won’t want to miss HSMAI’s year-end event…. \n \n Reserve Your Seats Now!!\n \nWe all need a reason to celebrate and that is exactly what we are going to do on December 14th. The evening will include our annual chapter “Awards of Excellence” awards presentation and installation of our 2024 Board of Directors – all taking place in the beautiful Lakeside Ballroom with spectacular views of Camelback Lake and the McDowell Mountains. This will be a great evening of celebrating our members\, our volunteers\, our past presidents and our chapter shining stars. \nACCOMMODATIONS: \nAfter the Gala\, continue the celebration in Pinon Grille. The McCormick is offering guests a special rate of $109/night. The resort fee has been waived for our group. Please call the hotel directly\, Heather Hufford at 480-367-2456. \nATTIRE:Cocktail \nCOST:$80 Per Person$60 Per Student Member \nPARKING:Plenty of complimentary self-parking available. \nFor a list of all award nominees\, go HERE \nTHANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: \nArizona’s DJ EntertainmentLatest Craze ProductionsPJ’s Flowers & EventsRoad to Success MarketingThe McCormick Scottsdale Resort  MENU: \nBurrata & Heirloom Tomato SaladMixed California GreensBaby KalePink Himalayan Sea SaltBasil VinaigretteServed with Fresh AssortedWarm Rolls with Butter \nGrilled Filet Mignon & Chicken Breastwith Guajillo SauceAu Gratin PotatoesChefs Vegetables \nPineapple Upside-Down Cakewith French Vanilla Ice Cream \n Previous slide\n Next slide \nABOUT OUR VENUE \nThe McCormick Scottsdale Resort is an idyllic retreat. Our resort setting on the shores of Camelback Lake\, overlooking the Camelback Mountain guarantees splendid views. At our lakeside hotel\, convenient to Phoenix and Paradise Valley\, Arizona\, we live up to the warm southwestern hospitality. Enjoy the scenic\, sunset shores of Camelback Lake by kayak\, or tee off your adventure at the McCormick Ranch Golf Club\, before relaxing in our outdoor pool accompanied by stunning mountain views. Our Scottsdale hotel suites range from a simple yet spacious Standard Room to a Deluxe Mountain or Lakeside Room with some 400 sq ft of space in a picturesque setting.Our resort is ideally located on 480 acres of pristine golf course within the McCormick Ranch Golf Club and are the only lakeside resort in Scottsdale\, with even our own private beach for guests to enjoy. We offer canoes\, kayaks\, fishing gear\, and bikes for guests to use and make the most of their trip to beautiful Scottsdale. \nExplore downtown Scottsdale\, just minutes away with world-class shopping\, upscale dining and art galleries and museums such as the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art or the Heard Museum – Housing one of the country’s most comprehensive collections of Native American art and anthropology. Also nearby\, discover the Sonoran Desert and the Desert Botanical Garden\, with over 15\,000 desert plants in a spectacular outdoor setting or Phoenix Zoo\, home to some 1\,300 animals from around the world. Click here for more information. URL:https://hsmai-az.org/event/holidays-and-hospitality/ LOCATION:AZ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231116T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231116T183000 DTSTAMP:20260423T232108 CREATED:20231003T203011Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T170701Z UID:10000031-1700150400-1700159400@hsmai-az.org SUMMARY:Arizona Event Trends and Tricks DESCRIPTION:HSMAI Arizona Chapter presents. \nHSMAI NOVEMBER EDUCATION PROGRAM & MIXER \nARIZONA EVENT TRENDS AND TRICKS\nPresented by a Panel of ExpertsModerated by HSMAI Past President Rochelle Barton \nThursday\, November 16\, 20234:00-6:30pm \nHosted byFort McDowell Adventures148 N. Hiawatha Hood RoadFort McDowell\, AZ 85264 \n4:00pm-4:30pm … Registration\, Cocktails (no-host bar) and Laser Skeet Shooting \n4:30pm-4:45pm … President’s Welcome & Announcements \n4:45pm-5:45pm … Education Program \n5:25pm … Sunset \n5:45pm-6:15pm … Networking with Appetizers and Cocktails (no-host bar) \n6:15-6:30pm … Raffle\, Drawings and\, Conclusion \nJoin us and learn from our panel of professionals on how to create an unforgettable event that is on trend and budget! \n \nRegistration will also include nibbles from Bobby Q’s and a Prickly Pear or Jalapeno Margarita. \nCowboy Game Sponsor \n \nClick HERE for directions \nPlenty of self-parking available. \n \n Register Now!\n \nOur panelists include: \n \nBrandi Henggeler\, Senior Account Executive ARIZONAAt 360 Destination Group\, we do more than just event management. We take a stuffy corporate meeting and make it feel like the only event in town. Not only do we personally handle all logistics and organization\, but we also seamlessly blend that with curated destination event concepts that engage your clients and employees. A VIP Super Bowl experience\, a carnival-themed seminar\, a Latin nightclub reception – we’ve done them all. At 360DG\, “Built Around You” isn’t just our tagline – your vision becomes our blueprint. \n360 Destination Group – Arizona is a national DMC with a local/hometown presence. Our office represents and sells/services programs for the entire state of Arizona\, including (but not limited to) Phoenix\, Scottsdale\, Tucson\, and Sedona\, and we have offices in 17 total sister destinations across the United States! \nBrandi Henggeler is the 360 Destination Group – Arizona Team’s Senior Account Executive. Brandi joined the team in 2022 and has been working to grow hotel engagement and drive client satisfaction ever since. This Arizona native is proud to call the Sonoran Desert her home and brings over 13 years of event management and hospitality experience\, having worked in luxury hotels\, venues and unique spaces. In her free time\, Brandi enjoys spending time with her husband and two little ones\, doing yoga\, planning kid’s parties\, and boating at one of Arizona’s many beautiful lakes! \nTaylor Abbate\, CMP\, DES\, HMCC Director of National SalesCSI DMC is an award-winning\, strategic partner that clients continue to choose to deliver events in over 65 destinations nationally and globally with CSI International. Since 1987\, CSI DMC has transformed events into exceptional experiences for organizations worldwide. Driven by a team of talented designers\, destination experts\, and event management professionals\, they support their clients’ success with boundless creativity\, deep destination knowledge\, extensive local relationships\, global resources\, and proven logistical expertise. \nTaylor Abbate\, who is based locally here in Scottsdale\, serves as the as Director of National Sales. She has expertise in events and destination management\, client relations\, and operations which allows her to relate and build trust with her clients. Taylor is a University of Missouri-Columbia alum\, a PCMA “20 in Their Twenties” Class of 2021 award recipient and serves as an active member of Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) on a chapter and national level. In her free time\, she enjoys cheering on the Kansas City Chiefs\, hiking\, and exploring all that the Valley of the Sun has to offer! \n \nBrianna Moody\, General ManagerThrough our decades of experience\, proven processes\, and creative solutions\, Hello! Arizona Destination Management builds relationships that inspire confidence and encourage fun! The result is a successfully managed live event experience that gives everyone goosebumps! As a native to Arizona\, Brianna has always had a love for the desert. Brianna graduated from Arizona State University with a B.A. in Tourism Development and Management. She brings more than 17 years of industry experience to the General Manager role at Hello! Arizona Destination Management. and has a thorough understanding of the event management process from start to finish. She has been in the DMC business since 2007\, beginning with Hello! Arizona in 2011 as a Sales Account Executive. Through hard work and dedication\, Brianna earned herself a Top Producer role for 8 of her years in Sales\, including two as company-wise Top Producer for Hello!. Compassionate and determined\, Brianna was promoted to Director of Sales overseeing the same team before she assumed the role of General Manager. \n \nMonique Rife\, OwnerMonique Rife\, founder and owner of Bespoke Arizona DMC\, boasts 25 years of hospitality experience including 8 years with DMC firms such as Southwest Conference Planners and Arizona Creative Events\, and pivotal roles at renowned companies like NBC Universal\, AEG\, Wolfgang Puck and Legends Hospitality for the Dallas Cowboys. In 2023\, she realized her dream by founding Bespoke Arizona DMC\, committed to delivering world-class Arizona experiences through exceptional events\, surpassing client’s expectations and crafting unforgettable memories. Anchored by her extensive background and a relentless focus on unparalleled customer service\, Monique and her dedicated team at Bespoke\, are poised to continue shaping the hospitality landscape\, providing clients with the highest of standards for all services offered. \n \n \nFor over 30 years Fort McDowell Adventures has entertained guests from around the globe. We specialize in private group events for corporate incentive dinners\, product launches\, sales meetings\, and outdoor team building activities\, while letting your imagination take flight! \n \n Register Now! URL:https://hsmai-az.org/event/arizona-event-trends-and-tricks/ LOCATION:AZ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230921T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230921T180000 DTSTAMP:20260423T232108 CREATED:20230818T192204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230828T160425Z UID:10000029-1695312000-1695319200@hsmai-az.org SUMMARY:September Mixer DESCRIPTION:HSMAI Arizona Chapter presents \nHSMAI SEPTEMBER MIXER\n“Cocktails\, Conversation & Connections”\nThursday\, September 21st\n4:00-6:00pm \nHosted by our Gold Sponsor \n \nCanopy Tempe Downtown\n108 E. University Drive\nTempe\, AZ 85281\n4:00-6:00pm \nNeed a nice break coming off of a sizzling summer? \nCome join HSMAI members and guests on the rooftop for some mixing and\nmingling at this popular and newer venue in Downtown Tempe. \nRegistration includes nibbles\, one drink ticket and great camaraderie. We can’t wait to see you! \nREGISTER NOW! \n  \n \nABOUT OUR HOST VENUE \nCanopy by Hilton Tempe Downtown brings a whole new experience to Tempe\, AZ\, offering a full-service experience\, perfectly located in the vibrant and walkable University district. Adjacent to Arizona State University and 6 miles/10 minutes from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport\, we will bring you a true representation through the transformation of City and Desert with unique art\, design\, culture\, and exceptional culinary creations. \nMore information is HERE URL:https://hsmai-az.org/event/september-mixer/ LOCATION:AZ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230817T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230817T183000 DTSTAMP:20260423T232108 CREATED:20230731T195306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T192049Z UID:10000028-1692288000-1692297000@hsmai-az.org SUMMARY:August Education Program and Mixer DESCRIPTION:HSMAI Arizona Chapter presents \nHSMAI AUGUST EDUCATION PROGRAM & MIXER\n“Proactive Prospecting: Going After the Business You WANT To Have…Not Just The Business You CAN Have!”Presented by Bob Anderson\, Star Performance \n \nThursday\, August 17th4:00-6:30pm \nHosted byEmbassy Suites by Hilton Phoenix Downtown North10 East Thomas RoadPhoenix\, AZ 85012 \n \n4:00pm-4:30pm … Registration\, Networking and Cocktails (no-host bar)4:30pm-4:45pm … President’s Welcome & Announcements4:45pm-5:45pm … Education Program5:45pm-6:15pm … Networking with Appetizers and Cocktails (no-host bar)6:15-6;30pm … Raffle Drawings and Conclusion \nREGISTER NOW! \n  \nHave you ever given up on a prospect too soon? A common mistake salespeople make is using the “Three and Out” approach. After three unsuccessful follow-up attempts\, many salespeople mark them off as “not-qualified”. \nBut what if we told you that only 10% of all salespeople make more than three attempts to connect with their prospects\, but 80% of sales are made between the fifth and twelfth attempt and contact? That’s a lot of missed opportunities! \nStand out from the competition by nurturing your prospect accounts with a consistent and persistent problem-solving approach. \nSession Goals: \n\nTo help each attendee leave with a plan and a system that will help them to target\, connect and close new and better business more effectively.\nTo increase top-line revenues and profits.\nTo have fun learning!\n\nWe are encouraging you to bring your boss – we are offering them the member rate to join us to check out the quality education HSMAI has to offer members. \nRAFFLE PRIZES:(as of 8.9.23) \n\nPJ’s Flowers and Events – $25 gift certificate for Arena Sports Grill in Scottsdale and Bottle of Prosecco ($50 value)\nGreenbelt Bike Tours – E-Bike & Hike Tour for two in Scottsdale/Tempe ($300 value)\nJoanne Winter – $50 Upward Projects gift card good for Windsor\, Postinos\, Churn\, Federal Pizza and Joyride Taco House ($50 value)\nLive Nation – Two tickets to Philip Phillips on November 4th at the Van Buren. ($100 value)\nHSMAI AZ – “Can’t Do It Yourself” book by Hospitality Industry Icon Mike Leven and a Bottle of Prosecco. ($50 value)\nCanopy Tempe Downtown – A two night stay in a Canopy Room. ($500 value)\n\nABOUT OUR SPEAKER\n \nBob Anderson has been creating customized\, leading-edge sales and revenue-generating systems for hospitality organizations for over 25 years. His lengthy record of success has resulted in his being recognized by the Hotel Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI)\, as one of the industry’s Top 25 Minds in Hospitality Sales\, Marketing and Revenue Management and was elected to the HSMAI Sales Advisory Board. Bob continues to be intimately involved in the development of every program for every client and his frequent traveler account proves that he actively facilitates live training programs around the country. Bob is also an extremely popular guest presenter at company conferences\, brand meetings and other key industry events. More information on Bob is HERE.  \nABOUT OUR HOST VENUE\n \nEmbassy Suites Phoenix Downtown North is just next to the Thomas/Central Metro station and puts downtown Phoenix in reach of Chase Field\, ASU\, and the Phoenix Convention Center … just a 15-minute ride away. The hotel is less than a mile from the Heard Museum and Phoenix Art Museum. They have a fitness center and indoor pool. Enjoy free breakfast and complimentary evening reception. Salt River Tavern has an enticing menu of comforting classics with a modern twist\, and elevated bar snacks. Settle in for a drink at the Salt River Tavern Lounge with billiards and big-screen TVs. More information HERE.  URL:https://hsmai-az.org/event/august-education-program-and-mixer/ LOCATION:AZ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230720T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230720T180000 DTSTAMP:20260423T232108 CREATED:20230619T224812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230707T172955Z UID:10000027-1689868800-1689876000@hsmai-az.org SUMMARY:HSMAI AZ JULY MIXER DESCRIPTION:“Cocktails\, Conversation & Connections” \nThursday\, July 20\, 20234:00-6:00pm \nHosted by  \n  \nWarehouse 215215 E. Grant Street\, Phoenix 85004 \nREGISTER NOW! \n  \nJuly is here and we are well into the Arizona summer. Cool off HSMAI-style by joining us for an informal gathering at Warehouse 215 – a unique and historic event space in downtown Phoenix established in 1918. Guests will be treated to scrumptious nibbles that will not disappoint\, sponsored by M Culinary Concepts and cocktails sponsored by Warehouse 215 \nAn added bonus…… We will have a very special guest with us. HSMAI CEO Bob Gilbert will be with us for an informal meet and greet. You won’t want to miss the fun and camaraderie! \n \nABOUT OUR HOST VENUE \n \nLocated in the heart of the Downtown Phoenix Warehouse District\, Warehouse215 is a unique and historic event space established in 1918 that includes 28 thousand square feet of interior and 9 thousand square feet of outdoor patio space. The expansive setting is perfect for private events and cocktail receptions\, featuring an iconic bow truss ceiling\, clerestory windows\, and a rustic\, semi-industrial design aesthetic. A series 6 liquor license allows for all types of gatherings\, from corporate events to casual get togethers\, of all sizes. More information is at: https://warehouse-215.com/ URL:https://hsmai-az.org/event/hsmai-az-july-mixer/ LOCATION:AZ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230630T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230630T213000 DTSTAMP:20260423T232108 CREATED:20230314T224327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230615T183329Z UID:10000026-1688144400-1688160600@hsmai-az.org SUMMARY:40th Anniversary Auction and Fundraiser DESCRIPTION:The Arizona Chapter of theHospitality Sales & Marketing Association InternationalPresents their Award-Winning Event …. \n40TH ANNIVERSARYAuction and FundraiserCelebrating the “Year of the Rabbit”\nJoin our Arizona hospitality and meeting industry professionalsand their guests … so much fun for such a worthy cause! \n  \nREGISTER NOW! \n  \nDONATE NOW! \n  \nOur return to live events over the past two years has been a testament to the resilience and teamwork Arizona’s hospitality industry was built upon.  We thrive when we are in a room together\, and the demand for high-energy\, interactive events like our auction is at an all-time high. We invite you to join us at the award-winning Auction\, Fundraiser and Dinner. This year we are celebrating our 40TH ANNIVERSARY event and the “Year of the Rabbit”.   \nThis year\, proceeds from the event will directly benefit the Arizona Chapter of HSMAI to support our association’s mission and our continuing efforts to provide quality continuing education and scholarships for those professionals currently in the hospitality industry and those who are pursuing a career in the field. \nAfter a short post-pandemic hiatus\, we are thrilled to be able to partner with an official Charity of the Year for 2023. This year’s COY\, Free Arts for Abused Children of Arizona\, actually shares many of the same values which power our Arizona hospitality industry:  resilience\, bravery\, connection\, creativity\, strength and innovation.  This organization impacts children’s lives by making them feel safe\, encouraging them express themselves\, and more!  We are so excited to be teaming up with Free Arts this year! \nDATE:Friday\, June 30\, 2023 \nVENUE: \n \nThe Wigwam Resort300  Wigwam BoulevardLitchfield Park\, Arizona 85340 \nAGENDA: \n5:00-6:30 p.m.Wigwam FoyerRegistration\, Cocktail Reception (no-host bar)\,and Silent Auction \n6:30-9:30 p.m.Hopi-Pima-Pueblo BallroomsDinner and Live Auction \n9:30 p.m.After Party and Entertainment \nCOST:$105.00 Per Person$1\,000.00 Corporate Table of Ten \nPARKING:Valet and self-parking parking is available. \nThe Resort is offering a special overnight rate of $99.00 per room – with waived resort fee.This special rate is good for two nights before and after our event. The room block deadline has passed\, so rooms are now based on availability. Please call the hotel directly and talk to in-house reservations at 623-258-4676.Mention the  HSMAI 40th Anniversary Auction when doing so.  \n AUCTION SPONSORS: \n \n  \nOUR 2023 STAGE TALENT:\nEmcees:Rochelle Barton\, Forever LivingJacque Duhame\, DEG – Duhame Event GroupJames Eggimann\, The CambyRowan Pickering\, Event TeamOscar Mastrantuono\, North Central Group \nVannas:Yvette Koebke\, Hotel Nikko San FranciscoMegan Padish\, The Destination ManagerAlma Rosa Pink \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 third 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 the 2020 HSMAI “Pandemic Resilience Award” and a 2021 HSMAI “Award Winning  Chapter”. Membership is 140+ 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.  \n Previous slide\n Next slide \nABOUT OUR HOST VENUE \nMake your own history at The Wigwam – Arizona’s rich cultural and iconic resort since 1929. Whether business\, romance\, relaxation or family fun\, our 440 acres of lush landscapes and elegantly crafted adobe and timber suites contain the extravagant retreat you so desire. \nFrom green golf courses to outdoor tennis courts\, our relaxing spas to signature dining spots – find a world of your own near the heart of Phoenix\, at our luxury resort. Surrounding Litchfield Park\, the outdoor sightseeing opportunities by the Sonoran Desert are also endless. Fulfill the authentic Arizona tradition when you stay at The Wigwam. \nMore information is HERE. \n \nABOUT OUR  CHARITY \nWe are thrilled to be able to once again partner with a “Charity of the Year” for 2023. The proceeds from this year’s Auction will go directly toward supporting chapter programs and Free Arts Arizona. Since 1993\, Free Arts of Arizona has used the arts to provide opportunities for children to express themselves … transforming childhood trauma to resilience. Every child who has experienced the trauma of abuse\, neglect and/or homelessness has access to resilience-building arts programs and caring adult volunteer mentors. More information is at: https://freeartsaz.org/. \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.  \n \nWatch Video  \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 bring family members\, friends\, and co-workers too. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER ON-LINE.CLICK HERE TO DONATE A PRIZE ON-LINE.CLICK HERE FOR A PRINTABLE INVITATION.CLICK HERE FOR AN PRINTABLE AUCTION DONOR FORM.CLICK HERE FOR  A PRINTABLE DONOR LETTER. \n  URL:https://hsmai-az.org/event/40th-anniversary-auction-and-fundraiser/ LOCATION:AZ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230522T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230522T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T232108 CREATED:20230106T152822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T225523Z UID:10000024-1684749600-1684774800@hsmai-az.org SUMMARY:MPI/HSMAI HospitaliTee Golf Tournament DESCRIPTION:Meeting Professionals International – Arizona Sunbelt ChapterandHospitality Sales & Marketing Association International – Arizona Chapter \nMPI/HSMAI 12th Annual“HospitaliTee” Golf and Networking Event \nMonday\, May 22\, 2023 • 10:00 a.m. Shotgun Start \nTITLE “ACE” SPONSORHOST SPONSOR \n \n \n3800 E. Sunrise Drive • Tucson\, AZ 85718 \n18 holes of Spectacular Golf * Swag Bags for Golfers * Great Raffle Prizes * Awards Luncheon and More! \nREGISTER NOW!BE A SPONSOR!DONATE A RAFFLE/AUCTION ITEM! \nPARTICIPATE IN OUR COMMUNITY OUTREACH PROJECT \nJOIN US FOR A GREAT DAY OF GOLF! \nThese leading associations – the Arizona Sunbelt Chapter of Meeting Professionals International and the Arizona Chapter of the Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International – have joined forces for the 11th year in a row to provide members of the Arizona meeting and hospitality industry a day of great golf on an award winning course\, followed by a lunch and an awards celebration. \nThis is an event you won’t want to miss. Not up for a round of golf or don’t have four hours to play? You can still participate! Just register to join in on festivities after the tournament – lunch and awards. \nThe funds from this tournament will help to support our associations’ continuing efforts to provide quality continuing education and scholarships for those professionals currently in the meeting and hospitality industry and those who are pursuing a career in the field. Once again\, we would greatly appreciate your participation. \nFor more information on MPI Arizona Sunbelt Chapter go to: mpi-az.org. \nOn behalf of our Golf Tournament Committee and our Board of Directors\, we thank you in advance for your participation and support!!! \nThe Golf Outing includes: \n* Green fees ** Cart Fees ** Unlimited Range Balls ** Curbside Bag Service ** Fully Equipped Golf Carts with Cooler\, and Tees ** Cool Swag Bag stuffed with great goodies ** Hosted Mimosas\, Bloody Marys and Entertainment before tee-off ** BBQ “Spread” Luncheon ** Hosted Beer and Wine with Lunch (cash bar for all other) ** Entertainment During Lunch ** Two Hospitality Tents with Beer and Entertainment ** Personalized Scorecards\, Cart Signs and Rules Sheet ** Professional Tournament Scoring ** Two Full Beverage Carts on Course ** FUN “stuff” and and games provided by our sponsors at their holes ** Awards for 1st\, 2nd and 3rd place\, plus skill holes ** Hole-in-One Contest with a Chance to Win a Phat Scooter * \nAGENDA: \n9:00-10:00 a.m. …. Registration\, Practice\, Raffle Sales\, Welcome Mariachis (hosted by Twilight Productions)\, Hosted Mimosas and Bloody Marys (hosted by the Westin La Paloma)Community Outreach Collection for Sister José Women’s Center in Tucson \n10:00 a.m. … Shotgun Start \n1:00 p.m. … Golf Clinic \n3:00 p.m. … BBQ Spread\, Awards\, Raffles\, Hosted Beer and Wine (hosted by the Westin La Paloma)\, Entertainment (hosted by Big Zephyr Music and Twilight Productions) \nRESORT ACCOMMODATIONS: \nThe Westin is graciously offering qualified buyers complimentary accommodations for Sunday\, 5/21. This only applies if you are participating in the tournament as a player\, sponsor\, golf clinic or lunch. No exceptions. All other golf participants are being offered a discounted rate of $79.00 for Sunday. Reservations are being made by MPI/HSMAI. Please e-mail Joanne Winter to let her know if you want a room and for Monday. \nAccommodations are on a first-reserve basis and limited. Don’t Delay! \nSPONSORS:\n Host Sponsor:\nTitle “Ace” Sponsor:\nEagle Sponsors:\n \n\n \nBirdie Sponsors:\n \n \nHole Sponsors:\n \nHospitality Tent Sponsors:\nHole-In-One Sponsor:\nPhotography Sponsor:\n \nEntertainment Sponsor:\nSignage Sponsor:\nSwag Bag Sponsor:\n\n \nCOMMUNITY OUTREACH PROJECT  \nAs part of our golf event\, we will be collecting hygiene items for the Sister José  Women’s Center in Tucson. Support our efforts by bringing hygiene items to the golf tournament on May 22. CLICK HERE for the donation wish list. \nSister José Women’s Center is dedicated to the care of women experiencing homelessness in a welcoming and safe environment. We are more than a center; we are a community built upon the values of compassion\, dignity\, and respect in a non-institutionalized setting. For many of our guests we are home.  Visit the Sister José  website  to learn more about this wonderful organization. \nContact Donna Masiulewicz\, CMP with questions … she will let you know how you can help even if you’re not attending the event. Thank you for your support! \nABOUT OUR HOST \n This oasis is no mirage. The Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa is a AAA Four-Diamond hotel in the middle of the Sonoran Desert that was voted a Top Resort by Condé Nast Traveler readers. With staggering views of the Santa Catalina Mountains\, feel the sense of adventure with a stroll through Sabino Canyon or learn about local wildlife at one the areas many museums. This resort balances activity with leisure\, offering dynamic work spaces and five outdoor pools with cabanas\, chaise lounge chairs and shimmering waterfalls. Reserve a tee time at our Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course and a wellness massage at the world class La Paloma Spa & Salon. Collaborate in 92\,355 square feet of event space and refuel at AZuL Restaurant serving Latin inspired fare. After a long day\, rest in your Westin Heavenly® Bed and recharge with the in-room coffeemaker.\nTake in the sunny Tucson sunshine from a private balcony or patio and find yourself right where you’re supposed to be. At Westin\, exceptional service is our standard.\nMore information is at: https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/tuswi-the-westin-la-paloma-resort-and-spa/overview/ \nJack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course \n \nLet it soar above the desert. Our Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course balances the beauty of Tucson with plenty of memorable greens. Features include three 9-hole resort courses – Canyon\, Ridge and Hill – a driving range\, pro shop and more. URL:https://hsmai-az.org/event/mpi-hsmai-hospitalitee-golf-tournament/ LOCATION:AZ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230427T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230427T190000 DTSTAMP:20260423T232108 CREATED:20230106T152712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T184724Z UID:10000023-1682613000-1682622000@hsmai-az.org SUMMARY:Education Program DESCRIPTION:HSMAI Arizona Chapter presents \nHSMAI APRIL EDUCATION PROGRAM & MIXER\n“Harness the Power of AI: Skyrocket Your Sales performance!”\nPresented by Holly Zoba\, CHDMOwner\, Scout Simply and Influencer Sales Training \n \nThursday\, April 27\, 20234:30pm – 7:00pm \nHosted by our Gold Sponsor \n \nOrchards Events & Catering7100 North 12th Street\, Phoenix \n4:00p – 4:30p – Registration\, Networking\, Cocktails & Appetizers4:30p – 4:45p – President Welcome4:45p – 5:45p – Program5:45p – 6p – Thank you and Raffles6:00pm – 7:00 – Networking\, Cocktails\, Appetizers & Property Tours \nREGISTER NOW! \nAre you ready to take your sales game to the next level? Join us for an exciting\, informative\, and interactive session on the practical uses of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for sales professionals! \nIn today’s fast-paced and competitive sales landscape\, staying ahead of the curve means leveraging cutting-edge technology to your advantage. This session will explore how AI can revolutionize your sales process\, from lead generation to closing deals. Learn about the best AI-driven tools and strategies that can help you work smarter\, not harder! \nKey takeaways from the session: \n\nDiscover AI-powered tools for lead generation\,  sales communication\, sales enablement\, and market and customer intelligence.\nGet insights on free and paid AI-driven apps that can boost your sales performance.\nLearn how to integrate AI into your sales process without losing the human touch.\nUnderstand the ethical considerations when using AI in sales.\n\nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to stay ahead of the competition and supercharge your sales performance! Whether you’re a seasoned sales professional or just starting in the field\, this session will provide valuable insights and practical tips that you can start applying immediately. \nReserve your spot now and join us for a journey into the future of sales success! \nABOUT OUR SPEAKER \nHolly Zoba is the founder of Scout Simply which helps the hospitality industry find more revenue through sales and marketing strategies and technology training. In 2019\, she launched a unique sales training program – Influencer Sales – which was built around the changing behaviors of hotel B2B buyers. This program integrates new sales strategies along with introducing digital applications to engage prospects earlier and close more sales. \nIn 2020\, she launched the Hotel Digital Marketing Essentials program in partnership with HSMAI and to date\, over 500 students have graduated from this six week program. Most recently\, she has launched the HotelBSchool\, a learning portal for hotel education\, which offers comprehensive courses and training programs designed to help hospitality professionals enhance their skills and advance their careers. \nWith over 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry\, Holly began her career with Hospitality Partners in Washington\, DC where she held multiple operations and sales roles including 10 years as the VP of sales and marketing. An early interest in all things digital led her to a sales role with Milestone Internet Marketing and later to becoming a full stack web application developer (MERN). She also spent several years as the SVP of Hospitality with Signature Worldwide Training where she learned the principles of adult learning and developed training programs with Best Western\, Hilton\, IHG\, Smith Travel Research and Caesar’s Entertainment among others. \nHolly is a past chair of the HSMAI Marketing Advisory Board and a recipient of the Top 25 Most Extraordinary Minds in Sales and Marketing for her work on advocacy marketing. She is dedicated to helping hospitality professionals succeed and thrive in the industry through innovative training programs\, such as those offered on hotelbschool.com. \nContact info:Holly Zoba614.638.2194 \nholly@scoutsimply.comhttps://scoutsimply.comhttps://influencer-sales.comhttps://hotelbschool.comLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/hollyzoba \nABOUT OUR HOST VENUE \nOrchard Events & Catering hosts weddings\, special occasions\, and important life celebrations. The team provides all-inclusive packages to handle every detail of any affair. \nThe Orchard Phoenix is a unique\, restored historic property in North Central Phoenix\, also known as the North Phoenix Corridor. The venue is located on 12th Street\, just north of Glendale Road\, right next to Luci’s at the Orchard. \nWith more than 30 years of experience in planning\, managing\, executing events\, our full-service team would be honored to bring your dream event to life at this perfect venue! More information is available at https://www.orchardeventsphx.com. URL:https://hsmai-az.org/event/education-program/ LOCATION:AZ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230216T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230216T180000 DTSTAMP:20260423T232108 CREATED:20230106T152526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T172050Z UID:10000021-1676563200-1676570400@hsmai-az.org SUMMARY:Networking Mixer “Cocktails\, Conversation and Connections” DESCRIPTION:HSMAI Arizona Chapter presents \nHSMAI AZ FEBRUARY MIXER \n“Cocktails\, Conversation & Connections” \nThursday\, February 16\, 20234:00-6:00pm \n Hosted by our Gold Sponsor \n \nDuelies Bar & Grill7000 E Mayo Blvd\, Phoenix\, 85054(Just south of the 101 at Mayo Blvd.) \nNeed a nice break coming off of a very busy January and February between all of the major events going on in Arizona? \nCome join HSMAI members and guests for some mixing\,mingling and nibbling at this brand-new sports bar concept with live dueling pianos\, featuring the star performers from New York New York Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. \nRegistration includes nibbles\, one drink ticket and great camaraderie.And … stay  for the dueling piano show beginning  at 6:00pm! \n \nABOUT OUR HOST VENUE \nDuelies Sports Bar and Grill is a brand-new sports bar concept with dueling pianos every weekend! We are located in the Scottsdale 101 shopping center\, next to Harkins Theater. We have over 30 TV’s and a MASSIVE projector so you can catch your favorites games! Our dueling pianos run every weekend\, from 8pm-2am\, provided by the best in the industry! Chris Nelson and Joey Riedel are incredible performers from Las Vegas\, who now call Duelies home! We hope to see you soon! More information is at: https://dueliesaz.com/#about \nREGISTER NOW! URL:https://hsmai-az.org/event/networking-mixer-cocktails-conversation-and-connections/ LOCATION:AZ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230126T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230126T180000 DTSTAMP:20260423T232108 CREATED:20221220T201039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T211708Z UID:10000020-1674745200-1674756000@hsmai-az.org SUMMARY:MPI/HSMAI/PCMA Education Program & Mixer DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, January 26\, 2023\n3:00-6:00 p.m.\n\nRenaissance Phoenix Downtown Hotel\n100 North 1st Street\nPhoenix\, AZ 85004\n\n“THE FUTURE OF WORK IS FLOW”\nPresented by Jeska Brodbeck\, CEO\, Be Light Consulting \nWe are “kicking off the new year” and inviting our members to “get into the zone” by joining us at our January 26th football themed meeting and mixer. We encourage you to wear your favorite football team jersey or team colors. \nThree leading hospitality/meeting industry associations – Meeting Professionals International (MPI) Arizona Sunbelt Chapter\, the Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI) Arizona Chapter\, and the Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) Southwest and Pacific Chapter\, are “teaming up” for this special program. \n  \nREGISTER NOW!\n  \nWelcome to the Future of Work— a new reality where anyone can reach their highest level of performance without the negative stress by learning how to enter and sustain Flow State. \nThere are over 40 years of verifiable scientific research on it; Olympic athletes hire coaches to teach them how to access it. The Navy Seals also pay the big bucks to learn how to stay in it— yet Corporate America is not even talking about it. Instead\, mainstream work culture asserts the myth that if we work harder and faster\, we can get it all done. The reality is that the work never ends\, and chronic stress destroys the very productivity we need to be successful. \nThe typical anti-stress tips and tricks are just a bandaid over the real issue: negative stress blocks our creative genius\, our ability to solve complex problems\, and our enjoyment of the work that we do. \nWe’re standing at the edge of one of the greatest paradigm shifts of our time. Join Jeska to learn more about how you\, too\, can radically transform your relationship with stress and truly create a life of meaning and purpose through Flow State at this one-of-a-kind keynote. \nBy accessing and mastering your own Flow State\, you will have the opportunity to: \nRewire your experience of stress to quintuple effectiveness\nSignificantly increase cognitive ability to focus and stay on task\nAchieve optimal performance and work in your creative genius naturally and without extra effort\nJoin your fellow MPI\, HSMAI and PCMA members and guests for this can’t-miss program! \n  \nThanks to our sponsors: \n \n  URL:https://hsmai-az.org/event/mpi-hsmai-pcma-education-program-mixer/ LOCATION:AZ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221201T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221201T220000 DTSTAMP:20260423T232108 CREATED:20211223T210914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221128T234924Z UID:10000008-1669917600-1669932000@hsmai-az.org SUMMARY:The 54th Annual Awards Gala and Celebration DESCRIPTION:HSMAI Arizona ChapterPresentsThe 54th Annual Awards Gala and Celebration \n“An Evening Under the Stars”\nThursday\, December 1\, 2022Sonesta Suites Scottsdale at Gainey Ranch7300 East Gainey Suites Drive\, Scottsdale \n \nAGENDA:6:00-7:00pm … Registration – Hotel Lobby6:00-7:00pm … Cocktail Reception and PhotoStation with Flash PhotoVideo – Terrace Room & Patio7:00-9:45pm … Dinner\, Board Installation\, Chapter Awards of Excellence – Terrace LawnEntertainment by Ray the DJ \nAfter a two-year hiatus\, we are bringing our Gala back!You won’t want to miss HSMAI’s year-end event….Come celebrate with our members and guests. \nThe evening will include our annual awards presentation and installation of our 2022 Board of Directors. In addition\, we will be celebrating our members\, our volunteers\, our past presidents and our chapter shining stars. \nREGISTER NOW! \n  \nACCOMMODATIONS: \nAfter the Gala\, continue the celebration in the Hearth Lounge. The Sonesta Suites is offering guests a special rate of $109/night. The resort fee has been waived for our group. Please call 480-922-6969 to make your reservation OR go on-line. \nATTIRE:\nCocktail Attire\n(Please dress warmly as we will be outside.There will be heaters) \nCOST:\n$75 Per Person\n$55 Per Student Member \nPARKING:\nPlenty of complimentary self-parking available. \nFOR A FULL LISTING OF OUR\n2022 “AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE”\nNOMINEES\, CLICK HERE \n THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: \n \nABOUT OUR VENUE \n \n\n \n\n \n\n\n Previous\n Next \nCasual and relaxed\, the Sonesta Suites Scottsdale Gainey Ranch has your utmost comfort in mind. It’s the ideal spot from which to enjoy the cultural and natural treasures of Scottsdale and the perfect place for business meetings and conferences\, with over 2500 square feet of inside meeting space and 5700 additional indoor dining and outdoor event space\, a fully equipped business center\, and all the support you need from our professional\, hospitable staff and from conveniently located businesses and restaurants. Stay fit and healthy during your stay\, thanks to our relationship with the Gainey Village Health Club & Spa\, whether you’re in town for two days or two weeks. What’s more\, we’re less than 20 miles from the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. We are located in the heart of Scottsdale’s Gainey Ranch neighborhood\, within easy walking distance of inviting shops and fine restaurants. Click here for more information. URL:https://hsmai-az.org/event/annual-awards-gala/ LOCATION:AZ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221117T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221117T100000 DTSTAMP:20260423T232108 CREATED:20211223T210829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T195838Z UID:10000007-1668673800-1668679200@hsmai-az.org SUMMARY:Education Event DESCRIPTION:HSMAI Arizona Chapter\nNOVEMBER EDUCATION PROGRAM\n Thursday\, November 17\, 2022\nHosted by \n Western Spirit – Scottsdale’s Museum of the West\n3830 N Marshall Way Scottsdale AZ 82521\n“Hotel Digital Marketing Trends of 2022”\n\nREGISTER NOW! \n\n \nPresented by Michael Goldrich\nChief Experience Officer for The Hotels Network \nIn 2022\, hotels need to determine how to do more with less. Therefore\, it is crucial for hotels to understand the current digital marketing trends that will help them maximize their marketing budgets. This presentation will provide an overview of 9 trends impacting digital marketing. \nTrends range from Cookies/Personas; Personalization; Constrained Resourcing Solutions; Zero Clicks; Data and Consolidation; Benchmarketing; Trip Stacking and Virtual Reality. For each trend\, I will supply examples and how a hotel can leverage the knowledge to drive more revenue and reduce costs. \n\nLearn about the current digital trends impacting hotel marketing\nUnderstand cookies and why they are going away\nRecognize the various benefits of personalization and personas\nKnow the difference between first-party data and zero-click searches\nApply benchmarking data to marketing strategies\n\nSchedule \n8:00am to 8:30am\nRegistration and Networking \n 8:30am-9:00am\nWelcome/Announcements and Continental Breakfast \n9:00am-9:45am\nEducation Program \n9:45am–10:00am\nRaffles and Wrap-Up \n10:00am\nMuseum will be offering complimentary 30 or 60 minute guided tours \n  \nCost:\nCost:  $40 Members / $50 Non-Members / Student Members Complimentary \nParking:\nThere is ample free parking available in a City of Scottsdale underground parking garage\, which can be accessed from the driveway located just south of Main Street\, on the north side of the museum building. Look for the blue parking sign on Marshall Way. \nNOVEMBER RAFFLE PRIZES:\n(as of 10.18.22)\nFeeney’s Restaurant & Bar – $100 gift certificate\nHoliday Inn Glendale at Westgate – one night stay with breakfast for two\nthe next great event\, LLC\, Timeless Creations Adult Coloring Book Set and $25 Starbucks Gift Card\nLori Morris\, A Citrus Themed Tumbler with a $25 Coffee Bean Gift Card\nJoanne Winter\, A $50 Postinos Gift Card\nPJ’s Flowers & Events\, a $100 Sombreros Gift Card \n  \n ABOUT OUR SPEAKER  \nMichael Goldrich is a marketing strategist who mixes art\, science\, and technology to create a consistent customer experience at all touchpoints that drives revenue gains by converting prospects into loyal consumers\, including 15% growth in the face of the COVID pandemic. \nHe delivers results by tackling problems head-on and producing value by setting a customer-centric marketing vision\, securing buy-in at all levels to embrace groundbreaking multi-channel digital campaigns\, then creating a data-driven culture that hits P&L targets. \nHis career is distinguished by his ability to move seamlessly from brainstorming to concept ideation. From there\, he leads flawless execution of full-funnel marketing campaigns that integrate social media\, PPC and display advertising\, SEM/SEO\, and influencer marketing/social media campaigns to create a brand voice for acquisition and engagement. \nFrom strategy development to execution\, launching new products and services\, leading a team to reach aggressive goals – he has proven his ability to reimagine business models\, strategic approaches\, and go-to-market plans to propel multi-million dollar upside and achieve competitive advantage. \nACHIEVEMENTS: \n► Capture revenue opportunities and neutralized impact of downward market trends by penetrating and building brand equity in high-value segments. \n► Selected by a panel of senior industry executives as Top 25 Extraordinary Minds in 2020 Top 25 for Sales\, Marketing\, Revenue Management programs that resulted in dramatic gains and contribution to the industry recovery. \n► Harnessed power of CRM technology to surpass $177M goal; maximized 9 partnerships to drive acquisition through personalization\, multi-channel marketing automation\, and loyalty programs. \n► Built a world-class marketing team of 10 that earned a place as the hub of the wheel by producing $1.5B in revenue through coaching and training. \nSpecialties: Customer Relationship Management | Breakthrough Sales Attainment | Market Share Penetration | Revenue Generation | Digital Lead Management | Retail Sales Generation | Customer Experience | Performance Maximization \nBrand Positioning | Market & Competitive Analysis \nFor more information: https://www.thehotelsnetwork.com/en/ \n \nABOUT OUR VENUE \nOur Mission:\nScottsdale’s Museum of the West boldly immerses its guests in the unique story of the Greater Western region\, illuminating the past to shape our future. \nOur Vision:\nScottsdale’s Museum of the West celebrates the West and its importance by informing\, educating\, inspiring\, and engaging museum guests. We offer high-quality exhibitions\, educational programs\, and community outreach addressing regional history\, particularly as reflected by the arts and the dynamic cultural exchanges that have marked the transition of the Old West into the New West. \nOur Partners:\nWestern Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West is owned by the City of Scottsdale and managed and operated by Scottsdale Museum of the West\, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. We rely upon private support including tax-deductible contributions\, memberships\, exhibition and program sponsorships\, and private hosting of events to fund our operation. We work in partnership with Experience Scottsdale. More information at: https://scottsdalemuseumwest.org/ URL:https://hsmai-az.org/event/education-event-4/ LOCATION:AZ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220831T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220831T180000 DTSTAMP:20260423T232108 CREATED:20220727T160951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220727T162303Z UID:10000010-1661961600-1661968800@hsmai-az.org SUMMARY:HSMAI AZ AUGUST MIXER DESCRIPTION:HSMAI Arizona Chapter presents\n \nHSMAI AZ AUGUST MIXER\n“Wine Down Wednesday”\nWednesday\, August 31\, 2022\n4:00-6:00pm\nHosted by \n \nLDV Winery Tasting Room\nOld Town Scottsdale\n7134 E. Stetson Drive; #B110\n(South of Camelback Road\, west of Scottsdale Road at SouthBridge) \nREGISTER NOW! \nCome join HSMAI members and guest for some mixing\,\nmingling\, nibbling\, wine tasting\, and some wine expertise shared by our hosts. \nRegistration includes light nibbles and great camaraderie!\nWine tasting flights are available for $20.00. Wine can also be purchased by the glass or bottle. \n \nRAFFLE PRIZES:\n(As of 7.26.22)\nScottsdale Private Event Venues – Champagne Gift Bucket with Yankee Candles\nMesa Convention Center & Amphitheatre – Two concert tickets to any show\nthe next great event\, LLC – A logoed fleece vest and $25 Amazon gift card\nVictoria Voto – Two tickets to Oklahoma at Gammage Auditorium (Oct 18-23)\nHoliday Inn Glendale Stadium & Entertainment District – One night stay with breakfast \n \nABOUT OUR HOST VENUE\n\nThe LDV Winery Tasting Room brings a piece of the vineyard to the heart of the Scottsdale entertainment district. At the tasting room guests can enjoy a wine flight\, a glass\, or bottle of LDV wine inside or on the patio. The LDV Tasting Room in Old Town Scottsdale is the place to purchase LDV wines. \nWhether you are a novice wine drinker\, wine collector\, or someone who wants to enjoy great wine with friends\, LDV Winery experiences are truly memorable. \nOur goal is to make wine approachable\, expand your wine knowledge\, and create memories. \nExperience LDV activities are designed for visitors to Arizona looking for a distinctive wine event or for locals that want to participate in a unique wine tasting experience with family\, friends\, clients\, or business associates. More information is at: https://ldvwinery.com/ URL:https://hsmai-az.org/event/hsmai-az-august-mixer/ LOCATION:AZ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220722T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220722T213000 DTSTAMP:20260423T232108 CREATED:20211223T210525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220720T172740Z UID:10000012-1658509200-1658525400@hsmai-az.org SUMMARY:39th Annual Auction & Fundraiser - “Year of the Tiger” DESCRIPTION:The Arizona Chapter of the\nHospitality Sales & Marketing Association International\nPresents their Award-Winning Event …. \nThe 39th Annual Auction and Fundraiser\nCelebrating the “Year of the Tiger”\n \nJoin our Arizona hospitality and meeting industry professionals\nand their guests … so much fun for such a worthy cause! \n\nThe last two years have brought us together as an industry more than ever before. We’ve been there for each other over the phone\, and through Zoom meetings\, social media groups and webinars … so let’s celebrate again in person. We invite you to join us at the award-winning Auction\, Fundraiser and Dinner. This year we are celebrating our 39th annual event and the “Year of the Tiger.” \nThis year\, proceeds from the event will directly benefit the Arizona Chapter of HSMAI to support our association’s mission and our continuing efforts to provide quality continuing education and scholarships for those professionals currently in the hospitality industry and those who are pursuing a career in the field. Now\, more than ever\, we need to be able to deliver these important benefits to our members\, and we can’t do that without the income we would have actualized from last year’s meetings and fundraising events. Watch the video (click below) to see how the Auction works. \n \nDATE:\nFriday\, July 22\, 2022 \nVENUE:\nDelta Hotels by Marriott Phoenix Mesa\n200 North Centennial Way\nMesa\, Arizona 85201 \nAGENDA: \n5:00-6:30 p.m.\nThe Arizona Ballroom Foyer\nRegistration\, Cocktail Reception (no-host bar)\,\nand Silent Auction \n6:30-9:30 p.m.\nThe Arizona Ballroom\nDinner and Live Auction \n9:30 p.m.\nCafé Azul\nAfter Party and Entertainment \nCOST:\n$70.00 Per Person\n$675.00 Corporate Table of Ten \nThe Resort is offering a special overnight rate of $79.00 per room. \nThis special rate is good for two nights before and after our event. \nBook on-line HERE \nATTIRE/THEME:\nLet’s make this fun … Safari/Jungle Animal Print! \nPARKING:\nComplimentary self-parking available.\nA concert (Dirty Heads) at the Mesa Amphitheater may add to additional traffic into hotel and general area on Friday\, 7/22. The hotel will have staff to assist with directions to our various parking areas. Please tell our team that you are attending the HSMAI auction. Additional parking just south of the hotel in the garage is also available. \nEvent registration will be through the south door of the Hotel Conference Center.\nLook for the signs. \nAUCTION SPONSORS:\nConvention Solutions & Innovation (CSI) – Signage\nCre8ive Event Rentals – Linen\nDelta Hotels by Marriott Phoenix Mesa – Host Venue\nEvent Team Inc. – After-Party Entertainment\nHopper – Table Gifts (Cat Ear Headbands)\nMark Skalny Photography – Photography\nNational Bank of Arizona – Quarter Counting\nPaper Crazy – Printing\nPremier Audio Visual – AV Services\nRoad to Success Marketing – Graphic Services\nThemers – Decor\nYvette Koebke Art – Table Gifts (Tiger Art Prints) \n \n \nLIVE AUCTION PRIZE SPONSORS:\nHilton Los Cabos Beach & Golf Resort\nPHAT\nSacco & Associates\n\nCORPORATE TABLE SPONSORS:\nAIT Promotions\nAmadeus Hospitality\nBest Western Hotels & Resorts\nConvention Solutions & Innovation (CSI)\nCre8ive Event Rentals\nCrowne Plaza Phoenix-Chandler Golf Resort\nDelta Hotels by Marriott Phoenix Mesa (2)\nForever Living Products\nGreat Wolf Lodge\nHello! Arizona Destination Management\nJ. Winter & Associates (2)\nLori Morris\, Auction Chair\nPHAT\nRay the DJ\nScout & Cellar/Best Western Hotels & Resorts\nState Farm Insurance/Agent Rick Hobbs\nTopgolf\nVisit Mesa\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 third 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 the 2020 HSMAI “Pandemic Resilience Award” and a 2021 HSMAI “Award Winning Chapter”. Membership is 100+ 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. Connect with the chapter at http://hsmai-az.org/. \nABOUT OUR HOST VENUE \n \nWelcome to our Hotel! We are thrilled at the opportunity to host your event. Discover Delta Hotels by Marriott Phoenix Mesa\, located in the heart of the Phoenix East Valley adjacent to the Mesa Convention Center and 12 miles from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. Delta Hotels by Marriott Phoenix Mesa is equipped with an outdoor pool\, on-site laundry\, outdoor courtyard\, fitness center\, complimentary self-parking\, proudly serve Starbucks\, and of course\, houses beautiful meeting space. CLICK HERE for more information. \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 bring family members\, friends\, and co-workers too. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER ON-LINE\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 URL:https://hsmai-az.org/event/9th-annual-big-a-fundraiser-dinner-year-of-the-tiger/ LOCATION:AZ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220523T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220523T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T232108 CREATED:20211223T210235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220519T004515Z UID:10000014-1653292800-1653325200@hsmai-az.org SUMMARY:HospitaliTee Golf Tournament DESCRIPTION:Meeting Professionals International – Arizona Sunbelt Chapter\nand\nHospitality Sales & Marketing Association International – Arizona Chapter \n\n\nMPI/HSMAI 11th Annual\n“HospitaliTee” Golf and Networking Event\nMay 23\, 2022  •  8:00 a.m. Shotgun Start\n\n\n\nCOURSE SPONSOR\n\nTITLE SPONSOR\n\n\n\n\nStonecreek Golf Club   *   4435E. Paradise Village Parkway   *   Phoenix\, AZ 85032 \n18 holes of Spectacular Golf * Swag Bags for Golfers * Great Raffle Prizes * Awards Luncheon and More! \n\n\nBE A SPONSOR     [PDF] \nDONATE A RAFFLE/AUCTION ITEM     [PDF] \nJOIN US FOR A GREAT DAY OF GOLF! \nThese leading associations –  the Arizona Sunbelt Chapter of Meeting Professionals International and the Arizona Chapter of the Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International – have joined forces for the 11th year in a row to provide members of the Arizona meeting and hospitality industry a day of great golf on an award winning course\,  followed by a lunch and an awards celebration. \nThis is an event you won’t want to miss. Not up for a round of golf or don’t have four hours to play? You can still participate! Just register to join in on festivities after the tournament – lunch and awards. \nThis event is a source of revenue for both associations during these uncertain and challenging times\, so we urge you to please join us for a fun morning on the links. The funds from this tournament will help to support our associations’ continuing efforts to provide quality continuing education and scholarships for those professionals currently in the meeting and hospitality industry and those who are pursuing a career in the field. Once again\, we would greatly appreciate your participation. \nFor more information on MPI Arizona Sunbelt Chapter go to: mpi-az.org. \nOn behalf of our Golf Tournament Committee and our Board of Directors\, we thank you in advance for your participation and support!!! \nThe rate for golf includes: \n\nGreen fees\nCart Fees\nUnlimited Range Balls\nCurbside Bag Service\nFully Equipped Golf Carts with Cooler\, and Tees\nPersonalized Scorecards\, Cart Signs and Rules Sheet\nProfessional Tournament Scoring\nTwo Full Beverage Carts on Course\nFun “stuff” and and socially distanced games provided by our sponsors at their holes\nBuffet Luncheon\nAwards for 1st\, 2nd and 3rd place\, plus skill holes\nSwag Bag\nCash Bar at Lunch\n\nAGENDA: \n7:00-8:00 a.m. …. Registration and Practice \n8:00 a.m. … Shotgun Start \n11:00 a.m. … Community Outreach Project\, Games\, Hospitality Tent and Live Entertainment by the Big Zephyr Band \n12:00 p.m. … Luncheon\, Awards\, Raffles\, and Entertainment by the Big Zephyr Band \n\n\n\nStay with us! The Embassy Suites by Hilton Phoenix-Scottsdale is offering our guests a special rate of $109 to stay overnight. This rate is good for three days before and after our event. The hotel is right on the course with easy access to the clubhouse and golf course. Call Hanna to make your room reservations – 602-765-5804\n\n\nThank you to our 2022 Golf Tournament Sponsors! \nHost Sponsor:\n \n  \nTitle “Ace” Sponsor:\n \n  \nEagle Sponsors:\n\n  \n  \nHole Sponsors:\n \n \n  \nHospitality Tent Sponsor:\n \n  \nPhotography Sponsor: \n \nEntertainment Sponsor:\n \n  \nSignage Sponsor:\n \n  \nGraphic Arts Sponsor:\n \nSwag Bag Sponsor:\n \nABOUT THE COURSE\nLocated in the heart of Phoenix with spectacular mountain views\, Stonecreek Golf Club’s remarkable golf\, upscale amenities and unmatched service have earned it recognition by Golf Channel as one of Arizona’s “Best Kept Secrets.” Open to the public 52 weeks a year\, the club’s superb links-style championship layout\, expansive golf practice facility\, delicious dining and spacious banquet facilities offer unrivaled opportunities for playing\, socializing and networking. \nMore information is HERE. URL:https://hsmai-az.org/event/hospitalitee-golf-tournament/ LOCATION:AZ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220512T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220512T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T232108 CREATED:20211223T210301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220404T214120Z UID:10000013-1652342400-1652374800@hsmai-az.org SUMMARY:MPI/HSMAI Joint Luncheon DESCRIPTION:May 12\, 2022\n11:00 AM-1:30 PM\n \nThe Camby\, Autograph Collection\n2401 E. Camelback Road\nPhoenix\, AZ 85016 \n\n \n“Live Your Most Epic Life – Secrets of a Warrior”\nPresented by Victoria Porter Cramer \n\nAs a three-time breast cancer survivor\, author of the book\, “Living  Life Loudly”\, and public speaker\, Victoria Cramer is sought after for her humorous\, practical approach to being a warrior. Her talks combine her decades of experience leading global transformations and strategies necessary to execute flawlessly and her experiences in being a winning athlete\, juggling twins\, and battling cancer as if it was a minor hiccup in life. \nBy attending this program you will: \n\nUnderstand that to be human means facing pain. No one gets off a comfy couch. Pain\, barriers\, and setbacks are necessary to growth.\nLearn what it means to live life loudly. Learn how you can find happiness at work and in life.\nUnderstand that warriors all have something in common – they persevere; they are resilient. Learn how to activate this and how to move out of languishing to being wildly effective and be able to conquer the hardships that come your way.\n\n\nJoin your fellow MPI and HSMAI members and guests for this can’t-miss program! \nREGISTER NOW! \nEarly Bird Fees (by 5/6/22) : \n$45 for Members / $55 Non-Members \nValet Parking Available \n  URL:https://hsmai-az.org/event/education-event-2/ LOCATION:AZ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220421T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220421T131500 DTSTAMP:20260423T232108 CREATED:20220107T212100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220415T163425Z UID:10000009-1650538800-1650546900@hsmai-az.org SUMMARY:APRIL EDUCATION PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:HSMAI Arizona Chapter\nAPRIL EDUCATION PROGRAM\nThursday\, April 21\, 2022 \nHosted by \n \nHotel Adeline Scottsdale\n5101 N. Scottsdale Road\, Scottsdale 85250 \n“Manufacturing the Magic … Leading During a Time of Change”\n\nPresented by Summer Jelinek \nIt feels like the world has been in upheaval for years… even though it has only been one year. With pandemics\, social unrest\, and massive amounts of change in place\, even the fullest of buckets is finding itself depleted. In this pixie-dusted conversation\, you will join Summer Jelinek\, prior Walt Disney World leader and current HR professional\, as she shares her tips\, tricks\, and just a sprinkle of magic for navigating the current challenges. \nSummer is a friend and supporter of HSMAI\, and has been the keynote speaker for the HSMAI Mike Leven Leadership Conference for the past two years. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nLearn how to determine what you should focus on\nUnderstand the marathon mentality and why it is essential (no running required)\nDiscover the value of redefining your normal\n\n  \nSchedule\n11:00am to 11:30am\nRegistration and Networking\n  \n11:30am-12:15pm\nWelcome/Announcements and Lunch\n  \n12:15pm-1:00pm\nPresentation\n  \n1:00pm-1:15pm\nRaffles and Closing\n  \nCost:\nThe Early Bird has been extended through close of registration:\n$40 Members / $50 Non-Members\n  \nREGISTER NOW!\n  \nABOUT OUR SPEAKER\nSummer Jelinek is a keynote speaker\, eSpeaker certified virtual speaker\, and workshop trainer helping organizations control their chaos. She has 20 years leadership experience working with companies such as Walt Disney World\, Disney Institute and H-E-B/Central Market. Her passion is connecting with audiences around the world-particularly audiences looking for the magic in leadership. She is a no-holds-barred\, authentic and engaging speaker who delivers rousing keynotes and workshops. \nSummer resides in the Dallas-Fort Worth area of Texas with her amazing husband\, their beautiful daughter\, Summer’s brother\, and her fur babies\, Cricket and Adie. \nSummer completed her MBA with a Leadership Certification at the HR.com #1-ranked master’s program from the Crummer Graduate School of Business at Rollins College in Winter Park\, Florida. She’s also a proud graduate of the business management program of McNeese State University in Lake Charles\, Louisiana. \n\nABOUT OUR VENUE\nYour best friend in Old Town Scottsdale\, boutique hotel Adeline boasts 123 stylish and inviting guest rooms and a vibrant\, high-energy atmosphere. Whether on a vacation\, staycation\, or anything in between\, you’ll feel energized by the upbeat spirit of Adeline. More information is available at https://www.hoteladeline.com/scottsdale URL:https://hsmai-az.org/event/january-kickoff-program/ LOCATION:AZ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220324T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220324T180000 DTSTAMP:20260423T232108 CREATED:20211223T210114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220321T153731Z UID:10000015-1648137600-1648144800@hsmai-az.org SUMMARY:Networking – Cocktails\, Conversations\, Connections DESCRIPTION:HSMAI Arizona Chapter presents \n “COCKTAILS\, CONVERSATION & CONNECTIONS”\nHSMAI March Networking Event\nThursday\, March  24\, 2022 \nHosted by \nSanctuary Camelback Mountain\, A Gurney’s Resort & Spa \nJade Bar Patio \n5700  E. McDonald Drive\nParadise Valley\, Arizona \n4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. \n\nRegistration for this event is closed as we are at capacity.\nPlease e-mail Joanne at jojowin@aol.com if you have questions. \nCome mix and mingle with fellow HSMAI members and guests on the Jade Bar Patio overlooking the majestic Camelback Mountain. Sanctuary is a boutique luxury resort in Scottsdale\, voted #1 resort in Arizona by Travel + Leisure Magazine. \nGuests will learn about the art of cocktailing and will be treated to the ultimate mixology experience with award-winning bartender and author Christiaan Röllich. Christiaan will be selling and signing his book\, “BAR CHEF: Handcrafted Cocktails”. \n \n  \n ABOUT OUR HOST VENUE\n\nNestled within the picturesque landscapes of Camelback Mountain\, Sanctuary is a famed Scottsdale luxury resort set upon 53 acres of lush desert featuring manicured grounds\, gardens\, pools and award-winning facilities. With 105 magnificent casitas\, 6 private estate homes\, and an award winning spa\, this Scottsdale lodging is a tranquil hideaway perfect for a getaway\, wedding\, or your next meeting. Enjoy one of our 4 pools\, tennis courts\, movement studio\, and fabulous food. More information at: https://www.gurneysresorts.com/scottsdale \nABOUT CHRISTIAAN ROLLICH\nChristiaan Röllich celebrated cocktail book author and mixologists\, hails from a small village fifteen minutes outside of Amsterdam. On his fourteenth birthday he arrived at the local tavern dressed up in a shirt\, tie and slacks and knocked on the door seeking employment. The owner informed him that he was too young and should try again when he was older. One year later\, on his birthday\, Röllich returned and was hired as a dishwasher due to his tenacity. \nIt was widely assumed Röllich would work in the family hospital business\, but after a string of odd jobs and a six-month university stint where he studied psychology\, he realized it wasn’t a good fit. He literally ran away and joined the carnival\, becoming a carney in a travelling fair\, working the midway. After two years\, Röllich gave university another shot while bar backing at a nightclub to earn extra money\, and studying acting on the side. He saved enough money to come to the United States and studied acting at the Lee Strasberg School. Within six months he got a sponsorship to live in Los Angeles and signed with LA Models\, lining up another career. \nRöllich’s Los Angeles life brought him to Les Deux Café for extra income while pursuing his acting and modeling gigs. Les Deux was the venerable Hollywood hangout run by Michele Lamy and her husband/designer Rick Owens. He worked as a busser but noticed that the bartender was lazy and frequently jumped in to clean up the bar for extra tips while the bartender smoked cigarettes in the alley. Before long\, people started asking him to make drinks. Another bartender from New York mentored him and taught the layout. “He gave me the blueprint of how to set up a bar in the same pattern I use even today\,” says Röllich. “I still carry the memory and lessons that I learned from that bartender. He changed my life.” \nWhen Café Les Deux closed Röllich traveled to Europe and returned to Los Angeles in 2007. A friend of his was working at Lucques\, got him an interview\, and he was hired as a part time bartender. It was before the cocktail explosion and everyone was still measuring spirits by counting with no real science. But Röllich became intrigued by the use of combining science\, math and artistry to create craft cocktails and began his self-education. \nJames Beard Award winner Suzanne Goin describes how he would snoop around in the kitchen\, during that time\, tasting everything he could\, and asking lots and lots of questions. All while soaking up her philosophy and techniques and thinking about how he could apply them to the world of drink. He was beginning to build a bridge from the kitchen to the bar. \nWhen Röllich finished college\, he was forced with the choice\, what future to pick? What would be best for his new wife and newborn son? Tavern had opened in Brentwood and Styne and Goin asked if Röllich could bring the Lucques philosophy there as well. Medical field or Restaurant’s? Needless to say\, he kept growing the Lucques Group bar program over the next decade \nThe re-locating of AOC in 2013 with a full bar\, really threw him in to the lime light\, and his Green Goddess Cocktail\, became a Los Angeles favorite. It was published by Bon Appetite\, LA Magazine\, Washington Post and LA Times. Meanwhile AOC quickly got its status as number one restaurant in Los Angeles. The Lucques group of restaurants became known as a cocktail destinations on top of  its amazing food and wine. \nDuring this time he developed a following on Rodeo drive from Prada and Gucci\, to Presidents and heads of states at private parties catered by Lucques Catering. His career blossomed with celebrity weddings and specialty cocktails he developed for each celebrity\, and each special event. \nIn 2019 Röllich chose one hundred of his handcrafted t recipes and wrote his Tales of the Cocktails nominated book\, “BAR CHEF: Handcrafted Cocktails” published by W.W. Norton This is an inside look into the memories and experiences that shape Röllich’s recipes\, each a result of immense experimentation and ardent refining—and distilled through the guidance of James Beard Award–winning writer Carolynn Carreño. It is an inviting handbook for cocktails rooted in classics and updated with a farm-to-glass ethos\, from “one of LA’s most innovative mixologists”; (Forbes) \nRöllich relishes making everything from scratch – from tinctures and syrups\, to bitter and absinthe. There are no shortcuts that go into the science of making his products. Röllich loves the challenge of the changing seasons and is constantly experimenting with new cocktails for the restaurants inspired by his visits to the Farmers’ Market and customizing his beverage program menus for fall\, winter\, spring and summer \nAs head barman at Lucques\, a.o.c. and Tavern\, Christiaan Röllich has been lauded and published by the Los Angeles Times\, Bon Appétit\, Eater LA\, People\, Los Angeles Magazine\, Details\, Food and Wine\, Vogue\, Forbes\,  and Elle\, among others\, for establishing thriving bar programs at some of Los Angeles’ most-watched restaurants. “He continues to create head-turning\, palate-pleasing craft cocktails to pair with the James Beard award-winning cuisine\,” said Los Angeles Magazine blogger\, Caroline Padrilla. Besha Rodell\, James Beard award-winning restaurant critic from the LA Weekly states\, “Behind that bar is Christiaan Röllich\, one of the country’s most promising up-and-coming crafters of cocktails” \nAccolades\n“X-Factor: Barman Christiaan Röllich of A.O.C. (#1) Christiaan Röllich is also the man behind the bar programs at Suzanne Goin and Caroline Styne’s other successful restaurants—Lucques and Tavern—but it was his creations at A.O.C. that helped put it at the top of L.A. Magazine’s 75 Best Restaurants list.” — Caroline Pardilla\, Los Angeles Magazine \nBar Chef\, Handcrafted Cocktails\, Top 10\, Best New Cocktail or Bartending Book presented by Tales of the Cocktail Foundation 2020 —Tales of the Cocktail Foundation \nA celebrated mixologist reflects on his journey —Evan Kleiman\, Good Food\, KCRW \nLA Weekly’s Best of L.A.\, “Best Barchef”  — LA Weekly \n“Lucques\, an early devotee of farmers’ market sourcing and one of the first restaurants to gain widespread acclaim for a hyper-seasonal bar program—one that’s still helmed by its originator\, Christiaan Röllich” —TimeOut \n“Recipes from Los Angeles; Cocktail King Christiaan Röllich” —Elle\, Eten\, Netherlands \n“Christaan Röllich\, a mix master of uncommon skill.” —Julia Reed\, Julia Reed’s South \n“Christiaan Röllich can easily be credited with the mind-boggling renaissance of the cocktail in Los Angeles and the inventive use of ingredients and techniques that have exploded in local bars… He makes his own gin with a personalized combination of herbs and botanicals for the most kickass gin and tonic you will ever experience.”—Best of LA (Food & Drink)\, LA Weekly \n“Christiaan’s style is a unique combination of European sensibility and refinement paired with a Californian farm-to-table perspective on drinks. He deftly walks the line between new school and old school..”— Neal Bodenheimer\, owner\, Cure and Cane & Table\, JBF Winner Best Best Bar program URL:https://hsmai-az.org/event/networking-cocktails-conversations-connections/ LOCATION:AZ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220217T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220217T180000 DTSTAMP:20260423T232108 CREATED:20211223T210018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220215T192459Z UID:10000016-1645111800-1645120800@hsmai-az.org SUMMARY:2022 KICK-OFF PROGRAM & MIXER DESCRIPTION:Education Event \nHosted by  \n Renaissance Phoenix  Glendale Hotel & Spa9495 W. Coyotes Blvd.\, Glendale \n“Going Deep: How Hospitality Handles The Big Game” \nA PANEL DISCUSSION \n3:30 – 4:00pmRegistration\, Networking and No-Host Bar \n4:00 – 5:15pmWelcome\, Announcements and Program \n5:15 – 6:00pmNetworking\, Appetizers\,  Cash Bar and Raffle Drawings \nJoin us as we Dive Deep into The Big Game in 2023. Our panelists will provide insights on what their markets and teams are doing to prepare for 2023. We will take a look back at previous Arizona Superbowls to see how the supply and geography has driven change in the Valley. We will also hear about lessons learned and “aha” moments from years past and even the 2022 Superbowl in Los Angeles. \nModerator:Erik DorrVice President of Sales\, Phat ScootersHSMAI AZ Past President \nPanelists:Amanda “AJ” ArnettDirector of National Accounts\, Visit Phoenix \nKyle HedstromSenior Vice President\, Finance & Economic Impact\, 2023 Arizona Superbowl Host Committee \nDanielle DutschCVB Administrator\, Visit Glendale \nCost:$35 Members / $45 Non-Members \nREGISTER NOW! DEADLINE FOR RESERVATIONS ISNoon on Wednesday\, 2/16/22  \n \nABOUT OUR VENUE \nCharming\, authentic\, and anything but ordinary\, Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel & Spa is ready to help you discover Glendale\, Arizona in an unforgettable fashion. Our hotel is a short walk from attractions\, including Gila River Arena\, State Farm Stadium\, home of the Arizona Cardinals\, Tanger Outlet\, and buzz-worthy Westgate Entertainment District; spring training at Camelback Ranch is also close. Distinctive rooms and suites feature Southwestern accents and thoughtful perks; some boast balconies with sweeping views. Satisfy your appetite at Soleil or a drink and a nibble at Ray’s\, our lobby bar. Soak up the Glendale sunshine at the outdoor pool\, work out in our fitness center and indoor lap pool or treat yourself to a spa treatment. If you’re in town to host an event\, you’ll be delighted with our expansive indoor and outdoor venues\, which are ideal for weddings\, conventions\, and special events. A memorable experience awaits you at Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel & Spa. More information is available here. \nABOUT OUR SPEAKERS \nAJ Arnett \nA hotel junkie at heart\, AJ Arnett gravitated toward a career in hospitality with her first front desk job in college. Before joining Visit Phoenix\, AJ worked with Hyatt Hotels & Resorts in the Dallas and Chicago markets. This year\, AJ will celebrate her 10th anniversary with Visit Phoenix. AJ has worn many hats in her time with Visit Phoenix\, most recently as Director of National Accounts on the citywide team selling downtown Phoenix hotels and the convention center. In 2018\, AJ worked with the Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee to coordinate the requirements of the hotel package as part of our bid to win the 2023 Super Bowl. She worked in a similar fashion with the Arizona hotel community to execute the College Football Playoff in 2016 and the NCAA Men’s Final Four in 2017. \nErik Dorr \n \nDanielle Dutsch \nDanielle Dutch\, is the lead at the City of Glendale’s Convention & Visitors Bureau\, where she oversees Visit Glendale’s advertising\, public relations\, national sales\, digital marketing\, and websites. She and her team\, work with Glendale’s tourism industry partners to maximize revenue through effective sales and marketing initiatives. \nPrior to joining Visit Glendale\, she was Director of Marketing at the Redondo Beach\, California Visitors Bureau\, where she led the launch of numerous marketing initiatives in one of Los Angeles\, best beach towns. \nBefore her work in Los Angeles\, Danielle was the Interactive Media Manager for Visit Phoenix creating their first website and digital media. \nA graduate of the City University of New York\, with a Masters in Business from the University of Phoenix\, Danielle spent many years living abroad in South East Asia\, in Laos. She has one daughter and will begin PhD studies at Grand Canyon University this Spring. \nKyle Hedstrom \nKyle Hedstrom has been in the Arizona Major Events world for the last 9 years\, and holds the distinction of being the only person to have worked on all three major Arizona events: Super Bowl XLIX\, 2015 CFP Champ Game and the 2017 Final Four . Under his current role he is responsible for all Host Committee finance\, tourism and government relations\, economic impact reporting\, and managing the relationship with the NFL. \nHedstrom was one of the original members of the previous Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee in 2012\, and focused on the Partnerships and Activation team\, which was responsible for successfully reaching the $30M fundraising goal. Following Super Bowl XLIX\, Hedstrom joined the Arizona Organizing Committee to work on the 2016 CFP Champ Game and was once again an integral part of the sales efforts\, resulting in $14M raised. In 2016\, he joined the Phoenix Local Organizing Committee where he worked to develop and customize partnership materials\, manage partnership engagement and activation\, and oversee the successful activation of Final Four assets for all partners\, yielding another $14M. \nHedstrom is originally from Irvine\, California and graduated from Wake Forest University with a degree in economics. He pursued a career in public accounting and consulting in California before moving to Arizona. He is a proud husband and father to 3 little ones. URL:https://hsmai-az.org/event/education-event/ LOCATION:AZ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20211027T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20211027T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T232108 CREATED:20220915T190135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220915T190135Z UID:10000002-1635334200-1635339600@hsmai-az.org SUMMARY:OCTOBER 2021 EDUCATION PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: URL:https://hsmai-az.org/event/october-2021-education-program-2/ LOCATION:AZ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20211027T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20211027T133000 DTSTAMP:20260423T232108 CREATED:20211027T234429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220915T190028Z UID:10000017-1635332400-1635341400@hsmai-az.org SUMMARY:OCTOBER 2021 EDUCATION PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: URL:https://hsmai-az.org/event/october-2021-education-program/ LOCATION:Residence Inn/Courtyard Phoenix Downtown\, 132 S. Central Avenue\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85003\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20210917T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20210917T223000 DTSTAMP:20260423T232108 CREATED:20210629T062523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210730T191533Z UID:10000018-1631898000-1631917800@hsmai-az.org SUMMARY:38th Annual Chinese Auction and Fundraiser DESCRIPTION:2020 and 2021 have brought us together as an industry more than ever before. We’ve been there for each other over the phone\, and through Zoom meetings\, social media groups and webinars … now it’s finally time to celebrate in person. We invite you to join us at the award-winning Chinese Auction Fundraiser and Dinner. This year we are celebrating our 38th annual event and the “Year of the Ox.” \nThis year\, proceeds from the event will directly benefit the Arizona Chapter of HSMAI to support our association’s mission and our continuing efforts to provide quality continuing education and scholarships for those professionals currently in the hospitality industry and those who are pursuing a career in the field. Now\, more than ever\, we need to be able to deliver these important benefits to our members\, and we can’t do that without the income we would have actualized from this year’s meetings and fundraising events. \nThe Resort is offering a special overnight rate of $59.00 per room.Attendees may make reservations by calling 866-866-8107 (using code HSM) OR reserving on line.Please note that even though it mentions a resort fee\, you will not be charged a resort fee. \nThis special rate is good for the night before and after our event. \nPARKING \nPlenty of self-parking parking is available near the Ballroom.Complimentary valet parking in front of hotel lobby. \nTITLE SPONSORS \n  \nAUCTION SPONSORS \n \n \nCORPORATE TABLE SPONSORS:(as of 7/15/21) \nPhat ScootersHot Air ExpeditionsMesa Convention Center & AmphitheatreRainbow Ryders Hot Air Balloon CompanyScottsdale Private Event Venuesthe next great event\, LLC7 URL:https://hsmai-az.org/event/38th-annual-chinese-auction-and-fundraiser/ LOCATION:DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Paradise Valley-Scottsdale\, 5401 N Scottsdale Road\, Scottsdale\, 85250\, United States CATEGORIES:Community,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hsmai-az.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/2021AuctionLogo.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="HSMAI-AZ":MAILTO:info@hsmai-az.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20210722T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20210722T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T232108 CREATED:20210629T060412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T060953Z UID:10000003-1626946200-1626955200@hsmai-az.org SUMMARY:Cocktails\, Conversation\, Connections and Celebration! DESCRIPTION:Come mix and mingle with fellow HSMAI members and guests at one of north Scottsdale’s newest hotels. This event will be the perfect blend of members\, chapter leaders and other professionals from the meeting and hospitality industry. Registration includes hors d’oeuvres and GREAT camaraderie! Full bar will be available (cash & credit cards accepted). \n“Be a pineapple – stand tall and wear a crown.” The pineapple is the symbol for hospitality and our unofficial mascot for the crazy year of 2020. In addition to networking\, we will be “crowning” our 2020 chapter “Awards of Excellence” winners. \nThese awards are normally presented at our Awards Gala event in December\, but our 2020 event was canceled. \n2020 Awards to be Presented:\n\nShining Star Award\nHospitality Sales & Marketing Professional\nSponsor of the Year\n“Pivot” Award\nRising Star Award\nPresident’s Achievement Award\nHospitality Strong Award\n\nAttire is business casual. \nIf you would like to donate a raffle prize\, click here! URL:https://hsmai-az.org/event/cocktails-conversation-connections-and-celebration/ LOCATION:AC Hotel by Marriott Scottsdale North\, 15200 North Kierland Boulevard\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85254\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hsmai-az.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/pineapple.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="HSMAI-AZ":MAILTO:info@hsmai-az.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20210128T043000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20210128T063000 DTSTAMP:20260423T232108 CREATED:20210201T215815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210201T220051Z UID:10000001-1611808200-1611815400@hsmai-az.org SUMMARY:"Refocus! Recharge! Redefine!" DESCRIPTION:VIRTUAL EVENT Presented by Cindy Notvotny\, Managing Partner and Global Radical Mentor of Master Connections Associates\nOur HSMAI Arizona Chapter is thrilled to have Cindy present our first education program for 2021. Cindy is an icon in the industry and a friend to HSMAI. In 2019 HSMAI awarded her the 2019 Lifetime Achievement Award in Hospitality for her exemplary contribution to the industry. This January program is one you will not want to miss. \nCindy will be kicking off the new year with a ‘power hour’ of upbeat motivation\, preparing for a turnaround year and takeaways to guide you to personal and professional success. She will discuss creating and manifesting solid intentions for the year that are attainable\, organizing your time through mindfulness and what each of us personally need to do as we come out of a difficult year. \nSo grab your lunch\, get comfortable at your desk\, and get ready to be captivated and inspired! \n11:45am-12:00pm … Virtual Networking\n12:00pm-1:00pm … Virtual “Lunch and Learn” Presentation\n1:00pm … Q&A and Wrap Up URL:https://hsmai-az.org/event/refocus-recharge-redefine/ LOCATION:AZ CATEGORIES:Sales ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hsmai-az.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/c_novotny.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="HSMAI-AZ":MAILTO:info@hsmai-az.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20201210T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20201211T000000 DTSTAMP:20260423T232108 CREATED:20201027T202112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201027T220124Z UID:10000004-1607623200-1607644800@hsmai-az.org SUMMARY:10th Annual HospitaliTee Golf Tournament - MPI-AZ and HSMAI-AZ DESCRIPTION:MPI/HSMAI 10th Annual\n“HospitaliTee” Golf and Networking Event\nFriday\, December 11 • 8:00 a.m. Shotgun Start\nJOIN US FOR A GREAT DAY OF GOLF!\n  \nStonecreek Golf Course\n  \nThese leading associations – the Arizona Sunbelt Chapter of Meeting Professionals International and the Arizona Chapter of the Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International – have joined forces for the tenth year in a row to provide members of the Arizona meeting and hospitality industry a day of great golf on an award winning course\, followed by a lunch and an awards celebration. \n  \nThis is an event you won’t want to miss. Not up for a round of golf or don’t have four hours to play? You can still participate! Just register to join in on festivities after the tournament – lunch and awards. And of course\, our host course will follow all guidelines for social distancing and safety. \nThe funds from this tournament will help to support our associations’ continuing efforts to provide quality continuing education and scholarships for those professionals currently in the meeting and hospitality industry and those who are pursuing a career in the field. Once again\, we would greatly appreciate your participation. \nFor more information on MPI Arizona Sunbelt Chapter go to mpi-az.org. \nOn behalf of our Golf Tournament Committee and our Board of Directors\, we thank you in advance for your participation and support!!! \n\n\n\nThe $95 rate for golf includes: \n\nGreen fees\nCart Fees\nUnlimited Range Balls\nCurbside Bag Handling\nFully Equipped Golf Carts with Cooler\, and Tees\nPersonalized Scorecards\, Cart Signs and Rules Sheet\nProfessional Tournament Scoring\nTwo Full Beverage Carts on Course\nFun “stuff” and interactive games provided by our sponsors at their holes\nBuffet Luncheon\nAwards for 1st\, 2nd and 3rd place\, plus skill holes\nSwag Bag\nCash Bar at Lunch\n\n\n\n\n\n \nAGENDA:\n7:00-8:00 a.m. …. Registration and Practice\n8:00 a.m. … Shotgun Start\n12:00 p.m. … Luncheon\, Awards and Raffles/Silent Auction URL:https://hsmai-az.org/event/10th-annual-hospitalitee-golf-tournament-mpi-az-and-hsmai-az/ LOCATION:Stone Creek Golf Course\, 4435 E Paradise Village Pkwy S\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85032\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hsmai-az.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/golf-loho.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="HSMAI-AZ":MAILTO:info@hsmai-az.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20201204T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20201204T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T232108 CREATED:20201027T212443Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T055454Z UID:10000006-1607070600-1607086800@hsmai-az.org SUMMARY:Annual Holiday Caroling DESCRIPTION:MONDAY\, DECEMBER 14\, 2021\nAnnual Holiday Caroling\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 3:30-8:00pm. \n3:30pm – Meet at Scottsdale Beer Company – 8608 E Shea Blvd\, Scottsdale\, AZ 85260\n4:00pm – Bus leaves promptly to visit four convalescent homes\n7:30pm to 8:00pm – Return to Scottsdale Beer Company \nSongbooks provided. Beverages will be served on board. We encourage everyone to dress in their most festive attire! Kids are welcome… \nAdditional Projects\nThe committee is currently working on confirming a few other projects. We will keep you posted on the dates and projects as they come in. URL:https://hsmai-az.org/event/annual-holiday-caroling/ LOCATION:AZ CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hsmai-az.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/christmas-caroling.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20201119T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20201119T180000 DTSTAMP:20260423T232108 CREATED:20201027T205918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201027T220153Z UID:10000005-1605798000-1605808800@hsmai-az.org SUMMARY:Chippin' Dippin' and Sippin' DESCRIPTION:A Complimentary Virtual Happy Hour and Mixer\nHosted by the folks at Aunt Chilada’s Squaw Peak\nThursday\, November 19\, 2020\n4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.\nJoin us as HSMAI AZ presents our complimentary Chippin’ Dippin’ & Sippin’ Virtual Kitchen Series featuring local restaurant\, Aunt Chilada’s Squaw Peak. The last time we all got to meet face to face was at Aunt Chilada’s back in February at our networking event. We wanted to keep the party going by bringing you another taste of their signature food and drink! \n\nThey will host a fun evening with Chef Tiffany\, showing you how to prepare one of their most popular and yummiest dishes on the menu\, Shrimp Stuffed Pineapple. Plus\, they’ll also share their recipe to their Double Barrel Signature Margarita with fresh lime juice! This will be a fun evening to let loose and cook dinner for your house (virtually) with HSMAI. We’ll have great raffle drawings and conversation. All you have to do is grab the ingredients and tune in virtually from your kitchen on November 19th and we’ll show you the rest! \n \nThis is an event you don’t want to miss! \nRaffle Prizes \nGrand Raffle Prize \n  \n\nKate Spade Picnic Pineapple Crossbody purse\, with a $50 gift card for Aunt Chilada’s\, donated by the next great event ($300 value) \nRegular Raffle Prizes:\nA full list to come URL:https://hsmai-az.org/event/chippin-dippin-and-sippin/ LOCATION:Aunt Chilada’s – This event will be via Zoom\, 7330 N Dreamy Draw Dr\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85020\, United States CATEGORIES:Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hsmai-az.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/chippin.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="HSMAI-AZ":MAILTO:info@hsmai-az.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR