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The Special Event Conference & Tradeshow
Leading the Way for Event Professionals: TSE Event 3.0
The Special Event 2012 (TSE) ushers in a new era in which event professionals are adopting new ways of doing business and using technology as a valuable ally.
Show Dates
The Special Event 2012 (TSE) ushers in a new era in which event professionals are adopting new ways of doing business and using technology as a valuable ally.
Show Dates
| Conference | January 24 – 27, 2012 |
| Exhibit Hall | January 25 – 27, 2012 |
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A Historic Site with Contemporary Style and Savory Fare – Soulard’s Restaurant
Nov 22nd, 2011By Doug Cumpton
Photo courtesy of Soulard's
For a unique dining experience in an intimate setting, Soulard’s Restaurant is sure to please. Located one mile south of downtown St. Louis in the historic Soulard neighborhood, Soulard’s Restaurant opened its doors in 1977 and has since built a quality reputation centered on home-cooked dishes prepared with only the finest ingredients. Read More »
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An Odd Idea Bears Fruit: Belvoir Winery
Nov 22nd, 2011By Stephen Lindsley
Photo courtesy of Heather Brulez
Residents of Kansas City’s Northland have long been intrigued by the imposing brick structure that overlooks Highway 291 in Liberty, Mo. For decades the massive Odd Fellows Home has been a local landmark, though it was long ago abandoned, slowly succumbing to the effects of time and the elements. Now, through the vision of a local doctor and his wife, the property has been transformed into a winery and meeting center, and word is getting out that this venerable piece of local history is once again open for visitors. The grand opening of Belvoir Winery in January 2011 added a new chapter to the fascinating tale of the building and grounds. Read More »
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The Charcoal House: Doing What It Does Best ~ Fine Dining
Nov 22nd, 2011By Stephen Lindsley
There are occasions when the meeting you are planning is something a little special. It may be a celebration, or an important chance to host a valued partner or prospective client who is in from out of town. It might be an occasion that calls for a generous, candlelit dinner with attentive and well-dressed waiters, the kind of understated elegance that only comes from decades of tradition. Or, it may just be that someone in the group requested a really good steak. There will not be a PowerPoint presentation at this meeting, nor will there be badges or nametags. The requirements are simple: a suitable place for an earnest conversation and a memorable meal. Read More »
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Organizations and Associations
Nov 22nd, 2011Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP)
Events come in many different shapes and sizes, with many different purposes. While some may be a social celebration or fulfill a business need, others may be responsible for raising funds and awareness that could change lives and communities forever.
Those who organize fundraisers may work on the staff of a nonprofit, be a volunteer or serve as a consultant. Regardless, there is an organization that serves many in the fundraising industry – the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP). Read More »
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People Update
Nov 22nd, 2011SPRINGFIELD CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU ANNOUNCES THREE ADDITIONS TO STAFF
Left: Katie McBride, Dustin Burke, Jane Rips
Jane Rips and Dustin Burke joined the Springfield CVB as partner development mangers, and Katie McBride is the new sales department administrative assistant.
Rips and Burke are responsible for advertising sales in bureau publications and on its Web site – www.SpringfieldMO.org – and developing relationships with advertisers and partners. Read More »
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Industry Update
Nov 22nd, 2011THE HILTON GARDEN INN SPRINGFIELD PRESENTS KID-FRIENDLY ECO-TOUR, PLAY TIME IN SALT WATER POOL
The Hilton Garden Inn, Springfield, Mo., is designed with the planet in mind. Built to Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold Standards, the hotel features amazing energy and resource-saving elements including a salt water swimming pool.
The idea for a tour was conceived while hotel owners were working with architects on the project. They saw a great way to educate people about the environmental and economic benefits green buildings provide. Trained with LEED courses created by those who worked on the project, hotel staff conducts guided tours that teach guests about innovative building design and renewable energy practices.
Children are amazed by the pool’s buoyant qualities and are introduced to the concepts of energy conservation through an educational tour provided for guests of all ages. Salt water pools are an expense when installed, but after that chlorine does not have to be added, as salt makes chlorine. Salt is softer on your skin, and the new salt systems monitor and clean themselves. Read More »
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Increasing Your Odds of Finding the Perfect Event Space
Nov 22nd, 2011By Stephen Lindsley
An afternoon or evening spent at Fairmount Park Racetrack in Collinsville, Ill., is always a special treat. Every year its event staff adds more ways to take advantage of the facility – and the fun – for groups of all sizes. Just minutes from downtown St. Louis, with a sprawling facility and ample free parking, Fairmount Park offers a wide array of event options from ultra-casual to black-tie formal. Read More »
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Meeting & Event Trends
Nov 22nd, 2011BEING DRAMATIC
Planners have a reliable set of tools for incorporating a theme into an event – food and beverage, music, graphics and décor. However, sometimes the traditional just doesn’t cut it and something dramatic is required. Few things deliver a theme like incorporating professional actors into an event.
Actors in costume bring an event concept to life in front of guests’ eyes. To keep costs down, planners should look for reputable, local production companies that have recently staged a play close to their theme. This often will mean costumes have already been created and actors may be readily available to reprise their roles. If a local company doesn’t have the theme at the ready, it is still worth consulting with them about actors and costumes. Read More »
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