There’s still time to register for the ISES Arizona September Social, Wednesday, September 1 at Tommy V’s. Make new friends, reconnect with old friends, enjoy delicious appetizers and fabulous wine.
Tommy V’s Osterio Pizzeria is at 3223 E. Camelback Rd. in Phoenix, 5:30p-7p.
More details on this event and the ISES Arizona chapter: http://www.isesaz.com/.
Wedding Tent with Liner and LMD Lighting
PRO EM Distinctive Events and LMD Productions recently partnered to create a truly beautiful and unique wedding for a private party. There were 250 guests who enjoyed dinner, dancing and a wonderful evening in Denver.
PRO EM provided flooring, tenting, carpeting, ramping, stairs, picket fencing, dance floor and stage. The custom floor was built level (with some points reaching 12′ from the ground), in just over a week, and a 20m x 55m Losberger structure was installed over the top of the floor. The entire project took about 13 days to complete.
LMD Productions provided the exceptional décor and lighting as well as the pictures shown here. The family provided a few pieces from their own heirloom collection. This event was also featured by the New York Times: http://www.nytimes.com/2010/08/08/fashion/weddings/08VOWS.html
Wedding Tent with Liner and Floral Decor
PRO EM Distinctive Events recently provided tents, high intensity lighting, generators, power distribution, light towers, and fueling services to Sports Authority locations across Colorado and Idaho for the annual “Sniagrab.” sale. For those of you not familiar with your retail-speak ’Snigrab’ is ’Bargains’ spelled backwards.
The tents provide an additional 10,000 sq ft of retail space at each participating Sports Authority location from August through October and assist in moving much more of the ”sdoog.”
Sports Authority Retail Event
PRO EM Design Center Open House Event
New showroom to make life easier for Scottsdale wedding and event planners
(NORTH SCOTTSDALE) August 17, 2010: Event planners and wedding professionals in the Northeast Valley have a new set of best friends. A private grand opening party last week at the new PRO EM Design Center brought out some of the biggest names in event planning, wedding services, catering and destination management. Needless to say, industry pros are happy to have a new venue dedicated to the special events business right in their neighborhood.
“The PRO EM Design Center offers a comfortable place where planning professionals and their clients can visualize their event ideas – from the color of the linens to the china and glassware to the overall scope of the event,” said Brad Kramer, president and CEO of PRO EM. “Our new north Scottsdale showroom showcases our ability to provide a personalized experience to each of our clients, at the level of service they expect.”
Located near Kierland Commons and the Scottsdale corridor (15551 N. Greenway-Hayden Loop, Suite 110), the PRO EM Design Center features tabletop displays of a wide selection of china, flatware, glassware and chairs and an exclusive line of high-end specialty linens and chair covers from Wildflower Linen. Planners can use the Center’s client consultation areas for production, site design and new client meetings or to browse online photo galleries for inspiration, review artistic renderings and access the Internet to view additional products.
“We’ve used PRO EM for events for a number of years, but having this design center in North Scottsdale adds a new level of convenience for us,” said Stacia Brocco, director of sales at Monterra at Westworld. “It’s closer to our venue and many of our favorite clients, and it has an amazing selection for everyone from the do-it-yourselfer to the industry professional. I cannot wait to bring clients over!”
Event planner Amy Mancuso was pleased to see PRO EM reaching out to the wedding industry with the opening of the new Design Center. “Everything I need is now in one place and I can find what each client needs for their particular event right in one location,” said Mancuso, owner of Amy Mancuso Events. “There’s nothing else like this in Arizona!”
The PRO EM Design Center is open to the public Monday and Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. For more information, call 623-206-6177.
PRO EM is a full-service provider of event rentals, personnel and resources. The company is based in Phoenix and operates in Tucson and Denver to a wide variety of events, from high profile sporting and cultural events, corporate meetings and social gatherings. PRO EM offers a complete portfolio of services including event management and consulting, logistics, valet, traffic control, security and other event personnel, as well as rental items, including tent structures, tables, linens, china, fencing, generators, heating and cooling, ecology services and custom design and graphics capabilities.
Valet Service adds a positive, welcoming experience to your event
If you are hosting a party or event, valet parking service is a great way to offer a convenient, upscale experience for your guests. Valet companies park cars for you upon arrival and return vehicles to the front door as your guests leave. PRO EM provides a full-service valet for any size event or function. Here are a few hints for finding the right valet service for your next event:
Tip #1
Make sure the valet company can accommodate all your guests. The three most common factors in determining how many valets you will need are:
Tip #2
Make sure the valet company has insurance. Should an accident occur, make sure the valet company’s coverage removes you from all responsibility. Ask to see a copy of the policy before signing a contract.
Tip # 3
Make sure the attendants provide a lasting, positive experience for your guests. A special occasion requires the valet company attendants to look professional and handle the vehicles and your guests with care and efficiency. PRO EM excels at providing professional, courteous and friendly valets who are experienced and required to maintain a clean driving record.
Tip #4
Make sure the company’s pricing fits your budget. Valet costs typically include operating costs and set number of staff for a pre-determined time period. Costs fluctuate based on the number of expected guests and the length of the event. Call PRO EM today for an estimate on valet service for your next event.
A “Tip” on Tips…
Valet is a service industry and gratuity is always appreciated. We can provide a custom parking package that fits your budget and includes all valet services plus custom signage that indicates “Gratuity is included,” or “Gratuity is appreciated.”
Call PRO EM today to arrange a site visit so we can help you select sufficient attendants based on the size of your party, so that guests do not have to stand around waiting and you have one less detail to worry about.
Lynne Law, inventory manager; Tora Pasesa, VP admin and quality control; and Brad Kramer, president and CEO present POR 1,200 Cake
A rental company is only as good as its inventory management and PRO EM recently enlisted the leader in rental management software, Point of Rental, to manage its Phoenix, Tucson and Denver locations, as well as the company’s vast party, tabletop, wedding and equipment deliverables.
Point of Rental (POR) and PRO EM both recently had something to celebrate–the launch of POR at PRO EM and PRO EM is the 1,200th POR customer. This calls for cake!!
Point of Rental was created by rental industry professionals to provide a reliable, flexible and accurate alternative to the previous industry norm of DOS-based and error-plagued systems. POR provided company wide training and support and provided integration guidance from the old system to the new system.
Learn more about Point of Rental at: http://www.point-of-rental.com/
Former President Bill Clinton and Chelsea
Wedding trendwatchers are predicting a seismic shift for future weddings – from bright colors to a return to classic themes – all thanks to the Clinton-Mezvinsky nuptials this past weekend. Hard to imagine one wedding tipping the entire planning industry, but now it’s everywhere, and trends always have to start somewhere.
At PRO EM, we love a good love story, but every wedding is as unique as its bride and groom. You can have the experience you want for your day, down to the last detail.
Here is a back story for this monumental wedding as personalized by Roger Clinton. Don’t know if it’s completely accurate, but it sure is sweet: http://www.usmagazine.com/healthylifestyle/news/chelsea-clintons-wedding-not-a-dry-eye-in-the-house-201028.
Looking for inspirational ways to incorporate personal details into the perfect wedding day is as daunting and as simple as realizing it’s the small spark that creates the flame. There are many online resources available, and one excellent blog to see how other wedding planners and brides are making magic happen everyday can be found at http://www.stylemepretty.com/. Here you will find seasonal tips, themed wedding details and beautiful photos.
If a 3-D experience is more your planning style, schedule some time at the PRO EM Design Center, 15551 N. Greenway-Hayden Loop, Suite 110, just east of Scottsdale Road. PRO EM wedding professionals will help incorporate the details–be it trendy, traditional or totally unique–into your memorable, magical day. Check out the PRO EM Design Center at www.PROEM.org.
It takes a team of professionals to produce the hundreds of events every year for our PRO EM customers. Our operations department is responsible for the delivery of equipment, set-up and removal and making sure the event starts on time and runs as planned. From tents, tables, chairs, to tabletop items, fencing and power, event managers help keep the projects on track and on time.
Meet the PRO EM event management superstars:
Phyllis Campos
PHYLLIS CAMPOS was born in Hayward, California and moved to Arizona when she was 4 years old. Phyllis has been working in the event industry since she was 19. Her favorite things are: hearing her son laugh, watching sports, sushi with friends, escaping in movies or books and learning about her heritage.
I started working in the event business 13 years ago because: I had already managed my own retail store out of state and was looking into doing something new. I stumbled across this industry through a temp agency. I was involved in major events my first 6 months into the position where I experienced the fast-paced production and varying specifications of each event…which eventually became overwhelmingly fulfilling professionally.
The best part of my job is: Variety and organized chaos. I work best under pressure and the position never gets dull. There is also a great satisfaction gained from a successful event operated to the clients’ exceeded expectations and happiness.
Holly Williams
HOLLY WILLIAMS was born in Newport Beach, California and moved to Arizona when she was 3 years old. She started out in the event industry at 17 and has been hooked ever since.
My top five clients I work with are: Phoenix Pride, Salt River Pima Indian Community, Anthem Community Center, Extraordinary Events and New Belgium Brewing Company
The best part of my job is: Client interaction, working with our team and seeing events through from start to finish.
Lauren Olsen
LAUREN OLSEN is originally from Phoenix and went to Northern Arizona University where she majored in Hospitality Administration. When she is not working she enjoys traveling and the outdoors.
I started working in the event business 2 years ago because: I have always been very interested in events and always wondered how they come together. I was referred by a friend to Event Management, and I was hooked. Now I can really appreciate all the components that come together to create an event.
My top five clients I work/worked with are: Arizona State University, Discount Tire, the Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show, and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metropolitan Phoenix.
Glenn Rea
GLENN REA was born in New Jersey and has been in the event management business since 1984. He has traveled extensively with major music acts in different management roles and has overseen hundreds of events of all different types.
My top five clients I work/worked with are: Phoenix International Raceway, Arizona State University, the WM Phoenix Open, the Tostitos Fiesta Bowl and the Insight Bowl.
If I wasn’t working in Event Management I would: be in an institution wearing a straight jacket, I would miss Events so much!
The best part of my job is: as Senior Event Manager I take a Clients’ idea and turn it into a successful event with them.
Pete Peters
PETE PETERS was raised as an Army brat and has had the pleasure of traveling to various places and spending twelve years living in Germany. He relocated to Arizona in 1988 and has worked in sales, the Resort/Convention business with Pointe Hilton Resorts and in the event business for almost six years now with PRO EM.
My top five clients I work/worked with are: City of Scottsdale and WestWorld, Good Guys Rod and Custom Show, USDAA Fiesta Cluster Dog Show, Parada Del Sol Rodeo and the Arizona Cardinals.
If I wasn’t working in Event Management I would: be involved in some sort of customer service industry or sales.
The best part of my job is: variety and challenges that each client and venue bring us the opportunity to work with and overcome.
Carl Johns
CARL JOHNS is a native of Phoenix. His career path has run the spectrum of dishwasher at a Children’s Home to construction worker; from equipment rentals to the Arizona Biltmore where he found his way to the hospitality/event industry.
Richard Nealon
RICHARD NEALON
was born on Travis AFB, California. Immediately after college, he worked for 13 years in the truck rental and leasing industry before beginning a 17-year career in the event business.
My top five clients I work/worked with are: The Phoenix Thunderbirds, WM Phoenix Open, Grayhawk Golf Club, Phoenix International Raceway and M Catering by Michael’s.
The best part of my job is: the planning and logistics of working on a major or large size event.
Thaddeus Jones
THADDEUS JONES
was born in Phoenix. He is a cancer survivor and donates his time to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and as Vice President of Central Arizona Babe Ruth youth baseball. Thaddeus graduated cum laude with a Masters in Business from University of Phoenix in 2003.
I started working in the event business 7½ years ago because: a friend needed a general contractor with a license to do an event.
My top five clients I work/worked with are: the Office of the President of the United States, Oprah Winfrey, Vancouver 2010 XXI Winter Olympics, the United States Military and WalMart.
John Jones
JOHN JONES
came to America to be a professional soccer coach with the MLS. He was born in Liverpool, England and started in the events business 6 years ago which has enabled him to see the majority of the United States after travelling the world.
My top five clients I work/worked with are: “The Kingdom” movie set in Mesa, “There Will Be Blood” movie set on-location in Texas, McDonald’s, 2008 Democratic National Convention and United States Secret Service
The best part of my job is: everyday there is a different challenge. Also the surroundings can change, from setting tents in middle of Death Valley for the military to setting up a wedding at some of Arizona’s finest golf courses. It still amazes me how we have the ability to transform an bare open parking lot, field or park into a place to hold some of the biggest festivals, concerts and weddings around.
Robert Busby
ROBERT BUSBY moved
to Arizona in 1986 from Naperville, Illinois. He started in the event business wearing several hats from Project Lead to Operations Manger with Ascot Rentals.
I started working in the event business 25 years ago because: I wanted to help people see their idea, matched with the correct rental equipment, used in the best way to make their event perfect for them. My main focus is taking large or unique events and finding the solution to make your event succeed.
The best part of my job is: seeing a site go from bare dirt to high-end event in a very short time and I am lucky to work for many customers that both of us feel the win; win is the goal!
My top five clients I work/worked with are: The Thunderbirds, Phoenix International Raceway, US Senior Open, Phoenix Pride, and Collin Cowie Event Group.
When planning a wedding or party for the first time, it’s important to remember that entertaining is really a science. Knowing how much coffee you need for 100 people (2 pounds), appetizers to serve (2-3 pieces per person, per hour) or pasta to have at the ready (3-4 oz as a side dish; 6-8 oz as the entree), is much less intimidating once you figure out the numbers. Check out this helpful catering guide from the folks at giantfood.com: http://www.giantfood.com/shop_online/preorder/catering_tips.htm.
PRO EM provides catering and tabletop support for every type of event, including tables, chairs, linens; china, glassware, flatware; tenting, fencing, portable power and restrooms; and personnel services such as valet and security guards. We are a one-stop shop event production company.