Canadian Special Events Magazine 2014 - CSE Live Special Issue

EVENTS | MEETINGS | CONFERENCES | CATERING | DECOR | ENTERTAINMENT | VENUES | LOGISTICS | MARKETING

canadianspecialevents.com magazine SPRING 2014

CONNECTING CANADA’S EVENT INDUSTRY

CSE Show Issue 17th annual star awards vendor spotlights top tech trends influencing the industry

spring 2014

ISSUE iN every issue 3 Editor’s Letter 4 Eye Candy 16 The Interview - Dr. Joe Jeff Goldblatt Speaks to ISES

spotlights 9 11 13 15 21

Venue - The Venues of Artscape Venue - Sony Centre Entertainment - Creativiva Rental Services - Absolute Tent & Event Rentals Photography - Leblonde Studios

features 18 22 35 36 41 43

Top Tech Trends influencing the Industry Today CSE Expo14 - Your Guide Readers’ Choice Awards Nominees 17th Annual Star Awards Nominees In Memorium - Brian Michaels Spring Inspiration Board

Cover Photo: “Love United” by Lynn Fletcher Weddings Photography by: Orange Girl Productions, www.orangegirl.com PUBLISHED BY NATIONAL EVENT MARKETING GROUP, 385-971 CORYDON AVE, WINNIPEG, MB, R3M 3V3 877-212-3976 WWW.CANADIANSPECIALEVENTS.COM DESIGN & PRODUCTION: Helena Poll All material that appears in Canadianspecialevents.com Magazine is protected by Copyright and can only be reprinted with prior written permission of the publisher National Event Marketing Group Inc. All material is printed at the discretion of the publishers, but does not necessarily reflect the opinions of the publishers. We endeavor to maintain a high standard of accuracy in the quality of articles published and our articles are intended to promote the businesses and services of event and meeting suppliers and to offer education and information relevant to event and meeting planners. Readers are advised to always use their discretion when hiring any product, service or supplier. National Event Marketing Group Inc. can take no responsibility for individual outcomes of any such choice.

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editor’s LETTER Like a great many Canadians I was starting to wonder if this winter

Congratulations to this year’s Star awards entrants, both the nominees

would ever end. With four feet of snow in my front yard, this first day of

and the winners. This was a great year for the awards and the addition

spring does not seem very spring like. Still the calendar does not lie and

of our new 21 member judge’s panel took the program to a whole new

with the heralding of a new season comes our biggest and best show yet

level adding refreshing new perspectives and that critical eye to the

with lots of fresh ideas and inspiration around every corner.

already in depth process. I am sure judges themselves can attest to the challenges of picking a winner among so many worthy entries and my

This year’s show features a new hall, lots of new exhibitors, a brand new

hats off to them for their hard work. You can view the list of 2014 judges

speakers line up and the first ever Event Tech-OLOGY Summit and

as well all the nominees online on our website.

Appstravagana, a full day interactive workshop with the event apps you need to know.

As excited as we are about our show, it’s only the first of many new and exciting events coming up in 2014. EventSpace, the venue and catering

Joining us for the first time at CSE is Chad Kaydo from NYC, you may

show will make its much anticipated debut this fall in Toronto, Event

know him from his previous role as the Editor of one of North America’s

Tech-OLOGY will make it’s way to Calgary, Edmonton and Vancouver as

largest event publications and his blog the xletter.com; Leila Weller,

well this fall and we can expect exciting new ideas and partnerships to

Business Events Marketing Manager at Bell in Toronto, who is thrilled to

flourish as we move toward 2015.

be joining us to share her wealth of knowledge and passion on the topic of event technology; Dahlia El Gazzar, CEO of meetingpool.net, one of

We shall see you at the shows…

the world’s most innovative and comprehensive blog sites on event technology and finally Ben Grossman, Strategy Director at Jack Morton Worldwide, the global brand experience leaders with offices in 5 countries. Joining these featured speakers are 20 of our local industry pros ready to share their insights and ideas on the business of events. We look forward to their talks with great anticipation.

vivien Event Designer from

Concept to

Reality

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eye candy A selection of some of the most impressive events of 2013 from across Canada. Feast your eyes and indulge your imagination.

Hala Events, Toronto, ON The 8th Annual Book Lover’s Ball The only black tie fundraiser in Toronto that brings together more than 600 book lovers with Canada’s top literary talent for a night of literary fun. The highlight of the evening was the spectacular finale bringing five featured books to life through live performances by inspiring Canadian talent.

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BC Event Management, Vancouver, BC Times of India Film Awards The biggest stars in Bollywood turned out for the three day long citywide celebration including a concert at the Coliseum at the PNE, a Fashion Show at the Vancouver Convention Centre, and the awards at BC Place Stadium. Tickets for the events were virtually sold out within 2 hours of going on sale.

Re Le TraiteurFairmont The Queen Elizabeth, Montreal, QC The Daffodil Ball Extraordinary cuisine at one of Canada’s most exclusive fundraising galas, a festive ambiance capturing the life-style of the fabulously wealthy Jay Gatsby, the ever-talented team of RE Le Traiteur embraced the theme, working diligently to create a menu that was as aesthetically amazing as it was delectable. Classics of the Roaring Twenties like Oysters Rockefeller, Lobster Newburg and Baked Alaska were cleverly reinvented with a definite modern twist that left everyone satiated and optimally impressed.

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eye candy

photo by: Leblonde Studios

photo by: Leblonde Studios

POP Kollaborative and Decor & More Inc., Calgary, AB “SOCIETY” The Wedding of Ken Kristoffersen CSEP and Valter Maciel In a creative twist to space design, the affair took place in a glass walled foyer outside one of the Telus Convention Centre’s main ballrooms. The room itself is long and slender and in order to create seamless flow, food stations, bars and luxe seating pods were dotted from the entry way to the back of the room. The couple’s signature VK logo, was integrated into everything from the wedding invitation to the entrance, where it was etched into a collection of mirrors, glowing candles and glass frames. Rather than the traditional sit down dinner, guests were assigned elaborately designed enviroscapes and encouraged to mingle.

Rich tones of silvers, greens and creams, glass and light, were showcased in enchanting collections of intimate seating areas. The only thing more luxe than the décor was the food.

All items were designed as small plates, with tasting stations, passed canapes & active stations where delicacies were prepared upon request

Iceculture Inc. and Fuse Marketing Group Inc., Hensall, ON The First Ever Drivable Ice Pick-up Truck Makes World Record Attempt Iceculture was commissioned by FUSE Marketing Inc. to build a drivable pick-up truck predominantly made of ice for Canadian Tire and an opportunity for making an attempt at a World Record came to life. It took place during the production of a Canadian Tire commercial, “The Hockey Practice”, that launched January 1, 2014 during the Winter Classic hockey game. During a span of twenty one days, the Iceculture project resulted in a new World Record.

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Social Butterfly Event Design and JJL Events and SolePower Productions, Toronto, ON Venetian Nights: Mantella Christmas 2013 17th Century Venetian Masquerade with a carnival element full of buskers, colour, intrigue and romance.

“Mangia, Bevii si Felice”- Eat, Drink and Be Merry! A human-sized snow globe held Edan’s violinist playing Vivaldi’s “Four Seasons”, authentic fire jugglers dazzled and guests were welcomed by a hostess in a “champagne cage”, serving drinks from open metal pockets of her skirt while refilling from ice buckets -made of ice. Features of the night included Edan’s entertainers: a Lute-playing Lutenist, painter sketch artist and a juggling “flare” bartender, professional opera singers and of course exquisite cuisine appropriate to the theme.

Mouse Marketing, Toronto, ON Cake Boss Ultimate Wedding Cake Contest Hosted during Canada’s Largest Bridal Show - The Ultimate Wedding Cake Contest with TLC’s beloved Cake Boss himself, was a success. 12,000 brides gathered together to learn inspiring tips, get a chance to personally meet Buddy, taste his famous cakes, and enter into the RE/MAX Ultimate Wedding Cake Contest, where the boss of cakes promised to make a custom wedding cake and deliver it to the wedding of the lucky couple to be.

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VENUE SPOTLIGHT The Venues of Artscape Every Artscape venue is designed to reflect the unique cultural influences of the community within which its located. Art, culture, creativity, sustainability, responsibility, and the culture of the local community are all reflected in the three distinct venue offerings;

WYCHWOOD BARNS Wychwood Barns, an award winning community cultural centre located in the St. Clair and Christie neighbourhood. Named one of Toronto’s top 5

Gibraltar Point

Artscape Gibraltar Point is an inspiring and creative artist retreat centre nestled against the

architectural sights by The Globe and Mail and named

magnificent natural backdrop of

one of the best special event venues in Toronto by

Toronto Island, just a stone’s

blogTO. This facility impresses!

throw from the city.

DANIEL’S SPECTRUM Daniels Spectrum is an exciting new cultural landmark and event venue located in the heart of the downtown east side. Since opening in September 2012, this colourful facility has become a beacon for arts and cultural, community and private events.

Socially responsible, non profit and sustainable, Artscape blends a mission dedicated to urban renewal with sound business practices to create some of the most unique spaces in the GTA. Sure to impress your next group - no matter the crowd. www.artscapeeventservices.ca Spring 2014 | canadianspecialevents.com Magazine | 9

VENUE SPOTLIGHT sony centre Few places in Toronto can compare to the Sony Centre for the Performing Arts. Canada’s largest soft seat theatre opened in 1960 and has played host to some of Canada most iconic entertainers.

Recent renovations have only added to the charm.

Increased flexibility, the perfect location, and tradition have made this facility the prime location to host a variety of events from town halls and trade shows to press conferences, awards shows and weddings. The theatre’s marquee canopy, gleaming brass rails, warm wood accents, York Wilson’s lobby mural “the seven lively arts” and a modern 21-screen video wall greet you upon arrival. Another 99 screens adorned throughout the facility allow for complete customization enhancing any event.

Reinvigorated as the nexus of arts, culture and technology, the Sony Centre is sure to create a memorable event for anyone choosing Sony - one of the premier event facilities in Canada. www.sonycentre.ca Spring 2014 | canadianspecialevents.com Magazine | 11

entertainment

VENdor SPOTLIGHT creativiva Creativiva is one of Toronto’s freshest faces on the event scene but, although new to Canada, Creativiva’s team is no stranger to mega events. The spectacularly innovative team has been producing entertainment worldwide for over a decade. They specialize in entertainment production for corporate events, galas, product launches, festivals, openings and more and they are constantly engaged in Europe, Asia, North Africa and North America.

This kind of international experience means that they are constantly plugged into global entertainment trends, up to the minute technology and design ideas and can bring a type of ingenuity to your project that is very hard to find. This team’s extensive international experience is just one of the many factors that makes them so unique and they are thrilled to be offering something different to the Canadian market.

What makes Creativiva unique is their vision to inform your event planning process. Their work is specifically designed to reflect the message in your event or brand and showcase the best of your venue.

From there, the team will work diligently to plan out every detail of the entertainment program, step-by-step crafting a holistic experience that reflects and complements the reason for your event. This attention to detail allows Creativiva to ensure a unique, unforgettable performance for your audience.

There is no doubt that Creativiva’s passion is to push the boundaries and ignite the imaginations of guests everywhere. That passion has garnered them two Star Award nominations for Best Entertainment Production and Outstanding Logistical Achievement for the company’s work on “Illuminite” in Toronto’s Dundas Square. It is this type of passion that the team brings to every event they work on.

www.creativiva.ca

The possibilities are endless.

At Creativiva, art is everything, and Creativiva’s art is entertainment production.

Entertainment productions are more than a simple act or sideshow – they are experiences you will never forget. As experience architects, Creativiva’s staff are driven to make your event, gala, festival etc. creative, unique and customized to you.

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rental services

VENdor SPOTLIGHT absolute tent & event services “The mission of Absolute Tent & Event Services is to provide our customers with the highest level of customer service, quality equipment and constantly new innovations in rental equipment” Paul Kenyon, President & CEO of The Absolute Group of Companies, which owns Absolute Tent.

Proud Partner, of CSE Expo14, Absolute Tent & Event Services is a full service tent and event rental company specializing in large scale festivals, corporate events, weddings and sporting events. Absolute offers an extensive list of services from expert tent installations, event equipment rentals including full tableware, to carpet to

Absolute is not happy until such time as our customer is happy and we strive to ensure your event is installed with the least amount of disruption, the utmost success at the lowest possible cost” said Kenyon.

signage; HVAC solutions, portable power generation and

For over 16 years, Absolute’s products and services have been exceeding the expec-

VIP Portable Restroom trailers.

tations of their customers. Their dedication to providing quality event rentals and a

commitment to helping their customers plan and execute successful events has

The 40 permanent staff on the Absolute team welcome

enabled Absolute to become one of Southern Ontario’s most trusted event rental

an additional 60 or more seasonal staff every year dur-

companies. Events all across Ontario benefit from their experience and expertise

ing festival season, making them a dedicated group of

from Taste of the Danforth and the Toronto Caribbean Carnival to roof top installa-

100+. By dedicated we mean they operate seven days a

tions for the Toronto International Film Festival to expert annual trade show installs

week from 7-7 and maintain an on-site presence and

for the Canadian Diabetes Association and Festivals and Events Ontario Absolute

remain available ‘on-call’ for last minute or emergency

Tent & Event Services has established itself as a leader in the industry. Absolute’s

matters 24/7 and at any given time have a fleet of trucks

extensive track record with events across the GTA and beyond has allowed them to

and trailers on the road.

foster an exceptional working relationship with several host venues and City of Toronto Special Events.

A huge supporter of the industry and many non profits, the team at Absolute believe association involvement serves to improve the stock they have in their employees and nurtures a culture of adopting best practices and capitalizing on the latest advances in the festivals and events industry. They are members of the Canadian Rental Association, the American Rental Association, the International Special Events Society, the Mid Atlantic Tent Renters Association, the International Fabrics Association and Festivals & Events Ontario.

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interview Professor joe jeff goldblatt

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Rebecca Cotter (Instructor) and Jenny Jeong (Student) Humber College North , School of Hospitality Recreation & Tourism, Event Planning Diploma Program, Toronto, ON

The ISES Toronto Chapter recently welcomed industry and event education pioneer Professor Joe Jeff Goldblatt to Toronto for an evening of collaborative networking, education and professional development. While in town, Goldblatt set aside time to sit down with members of Humber College’s Event Planning program and Canadian Special Events magazine scooped the exclusive on the interview with one of the industry’s most esteemed professionals.

HC: What do you feel are the most important technology skills that event planners should have?

JJG: Emerging event professionals need to learn how to use the right technology to create connections and build relationships within their events. There are many different apps and software programs available, such as: MeetingMatrix and MeetingMetrics being examples of some that are really revolutionizing what technology can do for events. By learning how to design events using technology, you can leverage the purpose, meaning and opportunities provided by the events you plan.

HC: Event planners know that it is important to plan sustainable events in today’s event industry, but how do you motivate clients to go ‘Green’?

JJG: It is a case of supply and demand. As the population increases, the demand for higher quality products and services will increase. This demand will stem from a variety of influencing factors: education, regulation, industry and government policies, to name a few. As more clients request environmentally friendly products, services or Green event platforms, planners will be required to respond to these needs.

Educating clients on the options available and how they benefit them, helps to develop a sense of community with your clients.

HC: How can event students secure their success in the special event industry?

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photo by: Gershwin91

JJG: I believe that the following four steps are very important for anyone, especially students, looking to become successful in the special event industry.

Networking – Being an active networker allows students to connect and interact with colleagues from different areas of the industry. They can discover and join great mentorships programs, like the one offered by ISES Toronto, and receive valuable guidance.

Gain Experience – Get involved with local events and gain hands-on experience. You will learn faster and compliment the knowledge gain in the classroom. Join a committee with your local ISES Chapter, check community special event and festival calendar listings, local volunteering sites, event company or industry websites for volunteer and internship postings. If you discover a company that interests you, offer to intern for experience and networking opportunities.

Stand Out – It is important to differentiate yourself and be an individual.

In order to be successful and thrive in this competitive industry, students should identify their own strengths and leverage their abilities. Get involved, take on professional development opportunities, read leading industry publications such as the Canadian Special Events magazine, and be “hungry for learning”. Companies want to know what you bring to the table and how you can benefit their needs. Enthusiasm is not enough. What sets you apart from the pack?

Persistence & Tenacity – Working in the event industry is hard but rewarding and exciting work. Never give up! Recognize that sometimes you will make the wrong decision and at times you might feel like you have failed.

But these are the situations that teach you important skills like judgement.

Learn how to turn every difficult situation into a learning opportunity and walk away from challenges knowing that they have made you a better planner.

top tech

trends influencing the industry today

Event technology is a buzz word. Its everywhere, it’s what everyone is talking about and it is here to stay. Every day new products, ideas, apps, and systems are developed and its changing the way we plan, strategize and market our events.

Everyone has something to say about it. Experts are popping up everywhere and suddenly every event blogger is a pro in the know. There is a lot more to event technology than app building, social media and crowd sourcing. The tech is changing rapidly and soon, your trusty paper and pen, although tried and true may not be enough. Why? Simply put, because you wont be able to communicate with your clients and suppliers in the same language they speak. You need to know how to talk tech and what it means to your company and your event; to plug in and train yourself on the impossibly vast world of paperless planning. Let us get you started with the top apps you need to know and the top predictions for the event technology industry.

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Organizers will seek integrated solutions As technology becomes more prominent within the event industry, customers will have higher expectations of the services that their suppliers provide, and seek integrated solutions for registration, online mapping, mobile apps and audience response.

Event Wi-Fi will turn a corner - Venues will begin to see fit-for-purpose

Top Apps Every Planner Needs to Have

Wi-Fi as a competitive edge, and those that can guarantee it for large events will see a great increase in business. Exhibition organizers will begin to see that exhibitors will only attend shows that can cater for their needs, and connectivity will be a crucial deciding factor for planners choosing event venues.

Analytics and ROI will outweigh the ‘WOW’ Factor New and exciting technology and ideas will always have a role at certain meetings, but for the mainstream, organizers will be now be looking for solid results and returns from the recent wave of technology, before investing money in the next innovations.

Organizers will utilize their data better As organizers become more aware of how to use attendee participation data, more of a focus will be placed upon building registration, lead retrieval, web and mobile solutions in an integrated way so that businesses can obtain insight into events and attendee behavior. Data will drive future improvements and facilitate personalization across the event cycle.

Sponsorship sales will adapt to meet the opportunities technology provides There are many targeted and innovative ways in which to monetize event technology, aside traditional sponsorship activity. However, technology is often decided upon late in the event cycle, and so a ‘Mobile App Sponsor’ may end up being the extent of what is sold. As organizers begin to understand their potential, sponsorship packages can be optimized and sales teams incentivized earlier on in the process.

Organizers will track attendees movement around an event Indoor positioning systems could lead the way at events, allowing organizers to personalize push messages and notifications for every attendee.

New sensor technology developments are starting to allow tracking within an indoor location, sending notifications about sessions nearby, and other useful information, improving attendee experience and return on investment.

An increase in wearable technology Wearable technology, such as Google Glass, Samsung Smart Watch and

Super Planner

Apple iWatch, is likely to grow; both in terms of the number of devices available and the adoption the technology. For event organizers, this is a considerable development, as it will result in an increase in smart devices to contact their attendees with via push messages and collect more intelligent information.

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VENdor SPOTLIGHT Leblond studios If a picture paints a thousand words then you best get comfortable because Stephanie Leblond has a whole lot to say.

Since 2005, when she began her company, Leblond Studios in Calgary, Stephanie has become one of Canada’s premier event photographers. She has been creating magic behind the lens and capturing on film, some of the country’s most prestigious and memorable events.

Passionate about the event industry and supportive of local non profits, Stephanie lends an eye and a camera for Missing Children

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Society of Canada, IABC Calgary, ISES Vancouver, CSE Expo Regional and National, Beakerhead, Alberta Ballet and many other local groups. She is on the board of ISES Calgary and was recently honored with an ISES Spirit of Excellence award for Best Programming. She is also an avid believer in supporting the youth in our industry and offers expert tips and strategies to event students at Bow Valley College and Mount Royal University. She is a strategic team leader with Better Together, a global movement aimed at connecting and mentoring emerging photographers.

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Her photography work has been published in Canadian Special Events Magazine, Ignite Magazine, Eventline, BizBash Toronto, Elemente Magazine, M&IT and many non-industry publications include Weddings In Alberta, Avenue Magazine, Swerve Magazine, The National Post, and even on the side of event rental trucks.

In March 2012 and again in 2013, Leblond Studio Inc. was awarded the Canadian Special Events (CSE) Readers’ Choice Award as Favorite Event Photographer in Canada. This is the only award in Canada that specifically recognizes event photographers and the winners are chosen based on votes from industry peers. She was also nominated in 2013 for an international award, the Esprit for Best Event Photography, for her work at the 100th Grey Cup Gala in Toronto.

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Originally from Quebec City, Stephanie has lived in many Canadian cities, as well as in Mexico and in the British Virgin Islands. Stephanie now lives in Calgary with her best friend and husband Tony, and their two lovely daughters, Orianna and Sophie Maya.

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agenda at a glance March 26, 2014, Metro Toronto Convention Centre, North Building 8:00

REGISTRATION OPENS

8:30

Breakfast: Idea Fest 2014 The Hottest Event & Entertainment Trends of the Year Janice Cardinale, The Idea Hunter, Toronto, ON

9:30

Design Trends 14 Bryan Bell Decor & More Inc Oakville, ON

Social Media Mania 15 Minutes Guaranteed to Clear the Chaos Arthur K Fusion Events, Toronto, ON

9:50

Revealing the Creative Process Paras Mehta Paras Events, Toronto,ON

Game On Engagement Through Gamification for Events Jon Garner, Cvent, McLean VA

10:10

Money Matters, 3 Approaches to Charging For Event Services Sebastien David and Nicholas Olivier Caron Senik Events, Montreal, QC

Your Client Has Arrived Marketing To the Millenials Jason Smith & Gaston Siri DynamicMind.com, Toronto, ON

10:45

The Pink Poodle Theory Keri Miller e=mc2 events Calgary, Toronto, Vancouver

What Does THAT Mean?

Anne Thornley- Brown Executive Oasis, Toronto, ON

11:00 11:05

TRADE SHOW FLOOR OPENS

ADHD – Attention Deficit Hyperactive Designer Diary of a Right Brained Event Professional

11:20

Course in the Lingo and Isms of the Event Tech World

Aaron Kaufman CSEP 5th Element Events, Toronto, ON

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GANZA March 27, 2014 Hyatt Regency Hotel One Day That Will Change The Way You Manage Your Events Facilitated by Dahlia El Gazzar and Leila Weller As an event professional, you are probably being inundated with ads and emails for hundreds of online event apps. Most of them work, will save you money and are worth a look but HOW can you decide which ones to use or find the time to demo

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FEATURE GENERAL SESSION Future Watch Technology That Will Change the Event Industry Forever Dahlia El Gazzar, Meetingpool.net, Chicago

12:30

FEATURE KEYNOTE LUNCHEON Your Brand as a Verb with Special Guest Ben Grossman, Jack Morton Worldwide, Boston, MA

2:00

Total Immersion, The Experience of Projection Mapping Rennie Collelli, bbBlanc, Toronto ON

2:20

Standing Out In a Crowd!

The Key to Building and Maintaining Incredible Relationships Jared Golberg, 5th Element Events, Toronto, ON

3:00

Why you Cant afford NOT to get your CSEP Julie Danaylov CSEP, A2D2 ~ Aerial Dance Cirque Co., Toronto, ON

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Life Behind the Mask Stella Umeh, The Ivory Elephant, Group, Toronto, ON

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FEATURE KEYNOTE SPEAKER Ten BIG Ideas Reinventing the Event Industry Today Chad Kaydo, Editor, thexletter.com, New York City, NY

4:45

Readers Choice Awards Ceremony

your business. Demysify the world of event apps with our one day intensive hands on Event App Boot Camp… aptly called Appstravaganza!

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CSE expo 2014

education conference, trade show & appstravaganza

Janice Cardinale

Ben Grossman

Dahlia El Gazzar

Leila Weller

chad kaydo

The Idea Hunter

Jack Morton

The Meeting Pool

Bell Mobility

The X Lettter, NY

Toronto

Worldwide, Boston

Chicago | San Francisco

Toronto

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8:30AM - 206D

12:30PM - 206D

11:45AM - 206D

APPSTRAVAGANZA

SHOW FLOOR

Bryan Bell, Decor & More Inc.

Arthur K, Fusion Events Inc.

Paras Mehta, Paras Events

Jon Garner, Cvent

Sebastien David, Senik Events

9:30AM - 205D

9:30AM - 206B

9:50AM - 205D

9:50AM - 206B

10:10AM - 205D

Nicholas Olivier Caron, Senik Events

Gaston Siri, Dynamic Mind

Jason Smith, Dynamic Mind

Keri Miller, CSEP, e=mc2 events

Anne Thornley-Brown, Executive Oasis Intl.

10:10AM - 205D

10:10AM - 206B

10:10AM - 206B

10:45AM - 205D

10:45AM - 206B

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Aaron Kaufman, CSEP, 5th Element Events

Cher Jones, sociallyactive.ca

11:05AM - 205D

11:20AM - 206B

Rennie Collelli, bbBlanc

Jared Golberg, 5th Element Events

2:00PM - show floor

2:20PM - show floor

Julie Danaylov, CSEP, A2D2

Stella Umeh,The Ivory Elephant Group

3:00 PM - show floor

3:30 PM - show floor

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The Milestones

DJ Floh Back Productions is a

The Milestones Trio is a

collective of Toronto’s top event

professional jazz trio available for

DJs with a shared vision for

hire within the GTA and

spinning nightly soundtracks

surrounding areas. Specializing in

creatively and seamlessly across

weddings, corporate events, and

a variety of genres.

private parties.

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CSE expo 2014 Andria Simone

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Layton Creations

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Educated at the Ontario College of

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theatre stages.

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Michael McDonnell

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Counter Measure

Under the name Satire (Ink),

Countermeasure is the fresh face

Canadian Cartoonist and

of a cappella, known for their

Illustrator Michael McDonnell and

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frequent writing partner Tim

Led by award-winning composer/

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tured in many Canadian publica-

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tions and various periodicals

ent, Countermeasure delivers a

including “Parkhurst Exchange”,

memorable musical experience that

and “Doctors Review”.

has earned critical acclaim.

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Zero Gravity Circus

Combing engaging performance

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all kinds of events & venues.

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exhibitors march 26, metro toronto convention centre 3L Productions Inc. Booth 108 800-567-7654 www.3lsound.com 3L Productions Inc. Specializing in complete event production, sound, lighting, video and staging of all sizes, for all events.

Absolute Tent and Event Services

Booth 200-201 416-203-8332 www.absolute.to Absolute Tent & Event Services is a full service tent and event rental company specializing in large scale festivals, corporate events, weddings and sporting events.

Absolute offers an extensive list of services from expert tent installations, event equipment rentals including full tableware, to carpet to signage; HVAC solutions, portable power generation and VIP Portable Restroom trailers.

AirStar Booth 208 416 208 9814 www.airstar-light.ca Airstar Canada is part of the Airstar International group of companies that is in more than 100 countries around the globe.

Airstar International was founded in 1994 and was the inventor of the balloon style light, with Airstar Canada opening in 2003. Airstar manufacturers unique lighting and decor products used around the world.

Artscape Booth 207-209 416-392-1038 www.torontoartscape.org Artscape is a not-for-profit organization that manages four unique event venues in Toronto: Artscape Wychwood Barns, Daniels Spectrum, Artscape Gibraltar

Point and Artscape Youngplace.

Revenues from venue rentals support programming and services at these great cultural landmarks.

Backdrops Beautiful Booth 304 858-300-2100 www.backdropsbeautiful.com Backdrops Beautiful is the ultimate source for high quality backdrop rentals and sales. Their backdrops are extremely versatile and enhance décor at any special event! They also offer custom design rentals & sales at competitive prices. They ship worldwide to your home or venue. bb Blanc Inc. Booth 602-604 416-360-0440 www.bbblanc.com bb Blanc Audiovisual and Entertainment offers the ideal partnership for event planners, hotels and event venues across the GTA. Through immeasurable support, state-of-the-art equipment, new and innovative technology and professional talent, they continuously provide the highest level of audiovisual production and unique entertainment solutions, increasing the satisfaction of their partner’s clients and guests.

Beach Blast Booth 214 416.633.5929 www.beachblast.ca Beach Blast has over 50,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor sandbox courts, and leagues that reach out to the shores of Lake Ontario too! Have a special event you want hosted on the beach?

You never have to worry about having your plans being rained out - They guarantee the weather! Let them plan your next big event today, and they will have you beachside by tomorrow!

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Brash Avenues Booth 105 905.637.1578 www.brashavenues.com Brash Avenues has been located in Burlington, Ontario for the past 10 years. They specialize in marketing merchandise, offering full services from graphic design, loyalty programs, custom designed products, gift baskets and mail campaigns. They are looking forward to working with you to help you grow your business and overcome your marketing challenges!

Century Signs Inc

Booth 508 905 474 5887 www.centurysigns.ca Century Signs is a full-service custom commercial and retail sign manufacturing, servicing and installation company for over 20 years. Since 1994, they have been a valuable resource for businesses in Ontario. Their company offers many types of outdoor and indoor signs. They provide cost-effective quality signs and services to make sure that your needs are met.

They also have the utilities for doing vehicles from lettering, full ad wraps and reflective striping.

Chair Covers Plus

Booth 210 905-738-2203 www.chaircoversplus.com Chair Covers Plus provides personal, professional consultations and exceptional service. They offer a wide range of products to make your day special including chair covers, table linens, overlays and napkins. They can customize your event decor so that you may have the backdrop and head table design of your dreams!

Comedy Hypnotist The Incredible BORIS Booth 302 905-882-7707 www.comedywood.com Comedy Hypnotist The Incredible BORIS transforms any event into an extraordinary experience.

Audiences are laughing hysterically while witnessing an unforgettable demonstration of mind control.

Boris presents perfection on stage and behind the scenes. Boris motivates and inspires, while leaving a lasting impression. His stage name is Incredible Boris, where INCREDIBLE describes the sentiment of every performance literally - a positive attitude and constant state of mind. Boris delivers a powerful message of limitless possibilities as part of a hilarious interactive performance. Long after the show people still talk about it!

Coyote Promotions Booth 217 905-332-5118 www.coyotepromos.com With over 1 million promotional products available in the marketplace its sometimes difficult to decide which product is appropriate for your target audience, let alone which distributor to select to provide them for you. Coyote Promotions has many reasons why their services and products excel from their competitors.

Creativiva Booth 510-511 416-506-0606 www.creativiva.ca Creativiva’s entertainment productions are more than a simple act – they are experiences you will never forget. They are driven to make your event creative, unique and customized to you. To capture your audience’s attention in a way only live entertainment can. They are experience architects.

Cvent Booth 219 877-597-5235 www.cvent.com Cvent offers software solutions to event planners for online event registration, venue selection, event management, mobile apps for events, e-mail marketing and web surveys. Cvent provides hotels with a targeted advertising platform designed to reach event planners looking for suitable venues. Cvent solutions optimize the entire event management value chain and have enabled clients around the world to manage hundreds of thousands of meetings and events.

Dance Heads Ontario Booth 211-213 866-366-1983 www.danceheadsontario.com Dance Heads Ontario brings laughter to your event with this interactive entertainment. Your guests’ heads are superimposed on professional dancers’ bodies with animated backgrounds.

Everyone is entertained and participants take home a DVD. No

talent required. They do the singing and dancing for you!

Danger Boy Booth 703-704 905-304-7504 www.danger-boy.com Danger Boy is your one stop shop for pyrotechnics, special effects, stunts and fly rigging. Their experienced and diverse team has been staging effects for concert tours, at festivals, for film and television as well as at corporate events worldwide for over fifteen years now. They are masters at combining “high risk” special effects and rigging elements, with live performance that create breathtaking results on stage and screen.

Decor & More Inc.

Booth 400-401 905-844-1300 www.decorandmore.com Decor & More For more than 20 years D&M has been one of the most highly regarded event design companies in Canada. With over

50 industry awards for their creative design and execution and a team of unique talents ranging from floral to graphics they have the unparalleled expertise needed to make your event a success

sure every detail of your order is taken care of, from delivery to setup to pick-up. Their inventory of specialty seating is one of the largest in Canada, and they serve it up in a personal, boutique-style experience.

Designer Bags on Wheels (P&D Designs Inc.) Booth 502 877-418-7959 www.designerbagsonwheels.com Designer Bags on Wheels specialize in ladies high fashion laptop/ travel rolling bags and tech handbags. Great for professional women and seasoned travelers looking for an edge in style and functionality, no more boring bags! Great gift items for promotions, team building, awards, raffles, fund raisers and customer appreciation.

DR-HO’S (VGH Solutions Inc.) Booth 504 877-374-6669 www.drhonow.com DR-HO’S is a Canadian company established in 1995 by Doctor Michael Ho, a Canadian doctor with over 20 years of expertise in pain relief and wellness. DR-HO’S is one of the top home healthcare brands in Canada, specializing in re-inventing clinical devices for home-use therapy, to effectively treat customers conditions by targeting the cause of their problem.

Detailz Couture Inc. Booth 503-505 800-971-4313 www.detailzcouture.com Detailz Couture offer a fresh new concept in specialty seating rentals. They pride themselves on going above and beyond to make

Drum Cafe Booth 215 800-791-3786 www.drumcafe.ca Drum Cafe was founded in 1998 in Johannesburg, by Warren Lieberman as a tool for bringing together the country’s diverse and

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divided post-Apartheid people. .Nearly two decades later, Drum Café has educated, inspired and united school children, workforces and a multitude of Fortune 500 executives through motivational techniques and interactive drumming across Canada and the world over.

Dynamic Hospitality & Entertainment Group

Booth 319 416-260-8400 www.dynamichospitality.com The Dynamic Hospitality & Entertainment Group has diversified experience in many aspects of the hospitality and entertainment industries including restaurants, nightclubs, bars/lounges, catering, comedy and live theatre.

Eclectic Events International

Booth 600-601 416-413-7887 www.eclecticevents.com With close to two decades in service to corporate clients providing creative concepts, awe-inspiring decor design and unique, custom event entertainment concepts, it’s no wonder why clients turn to them repeatedly to make their events incredibly one-of-a-kind and the most talked about among their guests. No matter the size of the event or the budget, they specialize in bringing visions and dreams to life.

Emergency Rescue EMS Booth 107 800-658-9609 www.eracademy.com Integrity, compassion, PreHospital Excellence in Training & thorough care, Emergency Rescue EMS is your leading provider of onsite paramedics’ services. Give yourself and your attendee’s piece of mind with professional, provincially certified paramedics to look after an illness or injury that may occur. Paramedics come professionally uniformed, with all medical/trauma gear including defibrillation, oxygen & lifesaving medications and provide medical reporting & statistics post event.

Eventastic Booth T5 519-241-8833 www.eventastic.com Eventastic is an online event management, event ticketing and event promotion platform. It offers solutions for all type of events including silent auctions, charities, weddings, corporate, personal, music, arts & culture, sports and much more. Eventastic is designed to work seamlessly on both web and mobile interface and is free to use for free events.

Make your next event Eventastic!

er. They offer a wide range of services far beyond that of the traditional photobooth. Flashpoint Photobooth is more than a photobooth, it’s an experience.

EventSource.ca Booth T6 416-238-5555 www.eventsource.ca EventSource.ca makes Toronto & GTA Event Planning Simple!

Check out every venue in the city, read recommendations, view photos, get pricing and book your favourite vendor – all from one website! Save yourself the countless phone calls, copious amounts of time as well as your sanity!

Check out www.eventsource.ca today!

Fluid Event Management Booth 206 519-725-3854 www.fluidems.com TS Solutions’s management planning software is designed specifically to meet the challenging demands of a professional event planner and help streamline the process from start to finish. They specialize in custom event registration software, management planning software, meeting planner custom registration forms, custom registration software for event coordinators, online registration solutions, event management tools and customizable online registration forms and software.

FireDog Creative

Booth 205 705-728-2263 www.firedogcreative.ca FireDog has the ability to listen to the client, process their wishes, read their minds, answer their questions and fulfill their expectations on time and on budget. Live Production, Services Management, 2D & 3D CAD, PreEvent Site Plan, Pre-Event Media Creation, Time Lapse Photo/ Video, Live Streaming, Post Event Audio/Video. Whatever you need, whenever you need it, wherever you want it - all provided by FireDog. Flashpoint Photobooth Services and Premium DJ Services Booth 606 519-745-2558 www.flashpointphotobooth.com Whether it is a product launch, a charity function, a trade show, or a sports team, people are always looking for something different, to add a little fun to their event and Flashpoint Photobooth can deliv-

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Flow Photo - Snapshot Photobooth Booth 306-307 416-436-3500 www.snapshotphotobooth.com Flow Photo is Toronto’s premiere photo booth service for corporate events. Take your photo booth experience to the next level with integrated social media services.

Fone-Saver Booth 409 416-993-8337 www.fone-saver.com Be the favourite at your next event by offering consumers peace of mind, knowing they’ll never have to stress about their battery life. FoneSaver consists of 10 individual portable charging units contained in a charging stack. Individual units are quick charging and can be completely customized with your branding.

Instead of standing near a wall plug or computer, your customers will be charging their phones on the go, and spending more time with your business.

FOS Decor Center Booth 316-318 905-760-0040 www.fosdecor.com FOS Decor is a full-service event design firm, providing turn-key Decor and Production services

across Canada for Corporate Events, Fundraising Galas, Tradeshows, and Brand Marketing events of all sizes. They specialize in Draping, Lighting, Furniture Rentals, Decor Rentals, Custom Props, and Scenic Backdrops.

Their award-winning designers work carefully to customize each event while providing top-quality products and services.

Hart Entertainment Inc Booth 303-305 416-762-2200 www.HartEntertainment.com Hart Entertainment have been involved with a wide variety of special events including fundraisers, picnics, trade shows, movie & TV productions, professional sports entertainment & promotions for the Toronto Raptors, Maple Leafs, the Toronto Blue Jays, marathons, United Way campaigns, holiday parties, and tenant appreciation days, just to name a few. With over 20 years’ experience, the Hart staff offers the greatest range of party rentals, experience and expertise in the industry.

Higgins Event Rentals Booth 310-312 416-252-4050 www.higginseventrentals.com Higgins Event Rentals is one of the most sought after suppliers in the GTA by the most prestigious event planners, caterers and discerning retail clients. They can accommodate a wide range of tastes and budgets, from classic and simple to as unique and detailed as an event can be. They offer everything from tents and lighting to satellite kitchens and equipment to the most trend setting tableware and décor available. Stop by our booth to have a look at some of our latest additions and say hello!

Hollywood Heaven Entertainment Inc.

Booth Strolling Entertainment 416-456-5773 www.hollywoodheavenentertainment.com Since its inception in 1997, Hollywood Heaven Entertainment

Inc. has become Canada’s leading one stop entertainment source for first class entertainment specializing in Celebrity impersonators, tribute acts, and all other high end corporate & social entertainment.

If you’re looking for Las Vegas showgirls, celebrity impersonators and other famous faces for your special event, then you found The #1 Entertainment Company to help make your next event unforgettable!

Hyatt Regency Toronto on King Booth 314 416-343-1234 www.torontoregency.hyatt.com After a recent multi-million dollar renovation, their sparkling Toronto, Ontario, hotel near University of Toronto showcases 394 guestrooms, and includes 32 suites. Stage your next event in 25,000 square feet of meeting space. Whether you are visiting the Hyatt Regency Toronto for business or pleasure, their associates are ready to provide you with exceptional service and personal attention. iBid-events Booth 212 201-214-0519 www.ibid-events.com Having developed their unique app in conjunction with some of the leading charities in the UK their aim was to simply raise more money for charities using the very latest technology. Since launch they have now supported well over 800 events and their ambition and purpose will always remain; to help charities raise as much money for their incredible causes as possible.

Ice Boy Inc. Booth 111 416-423-4968 www.iceboy.ca Need Ice? They have all your ice needs covered; they deliver large 12kg bags of ice to your event.

Need a custom ice sculpture?

They carve ART, see what their designer and our award winning sculptor can create for you. Call today 416-ICE-4-YOU or visit at www.iceboy.ca

Incredible Novelties Inc. Booth 405 416-663-9900 www.incrediblenovelties.com Incredible Novelties Inc has been a prominent distributor specializing in Promotional and Incentive Products, Small Toys and Novelty items for over 10 years. With four major divisions of their company, promotional, special events, retail distribution, and sourcing, they have been able to service and supply some of the largest retailers and companies in the world. Their in-house full service marketing, sourcing and creative departments work one on one with their clients to bring their projects to life.

Instametrics Booth T4 416-716-1468 www.instametrics.ca Instametrics is an ever-expanding audience response technology service, providing survey and polling solutions to organizations looking to add interactivity and metrics to live events and training.

Their collaborative approach allows them to customize to your unique needs-ensuring you get the most out of your events – and maximizing audience engagement.

The professionalism, energy and enthusiasm of the instametrics team keeps their clients coming back event after event.

ISES Toronto Booth Connections Lounge 905-898-7434 www.isestoronto.com ISES Toronto is a Chartered Chapter of ISES Canada, which is an Affiliate of ISES International.

ISES’s worldwide membership has grown to involve over 5,000 members active in 35 countries throughout the world.

Membership brings together professionals from a variety of special events disciplines including caterers, meeting planners, decorators, event planners, audio-visual technicians, party and convention coordinators, educators, journalists, hotel sales managers and many more professional disciplines.

Joanna Jordan Electric Harpist Booth 702 416-967-4277 www.joannajordan.com Electric Harpist Joanna Jordan can do it all, providing live musical entertainment that could fit any event, from the softest most elegant VIP dinner to lively upbeat Cocktail Reception. Wherever Joanna performs the Jaws drop and people can’t believe the way Joanna takes the harp to a whole new level.

LaRouge Entertainment Booth 218 647-435-9243 www.larougeentertainment.com LaRouge provides entertainment and programming for a wide variety of events, parties, product launches, promotions, stunts, fundraisers, weddings, Bar Bitzvahs… anywhere you want to see topnotch talent!

Little Electric Inc Booth 109-110 519-621-2500 www.little-electric.com Little Electric is a long established electrical contractor specializing in power distribution for special events, trade shows, industrial projects, and disaster relief. Their qualified staff, including licensed electricians, ensures complete advanced planning, delivery, setup, supervision and dismantling of your event.

LUXE Rentals Booth 300-301 416-745-0808 www.luxerentals.ca LUXE Rentals is Canada’s premier high-end contemporary furniture rental company. They pride ourselves on creating polished environments that reflect the occasion, and as such offer a complete package of illuminated bars and towers, sofas, tables, chairs, stools, rugs and accessories for the special event industry. They strive to provide a striking vision to those who demand something beyond the expected, and their attention to detail and passion for what they do will show at your event.

Massage on Wheels Booth Expo Courtyard 416-704-8545 www.massageonwheels.ca Since 2001, the Massage On Wheels™ mobile teams have been delivering the very best massage and spa services across Canada and the U.S.A. They have had the privilege of working with some of Canada’s best organizations to bring wellness through Massage and Spa services as well as creating crowd attracting, dynamic, hands-on experiential marketing for clients at ever expanding types of events.

Mega Magic Booth 317 416-910-2674 www.MegaMagic.ca Mike D’Urzo is an international award winning magician & mentalist. He performs in hundreds of shows annually for some of the largest corporations, theatres, theme parks, festivals and television networks across North America. He performed in an international tour across China for over half a million people!

Mike performs at some of the most prestigious Hollywood movie premieres and gala events for some of Hollywood’s top celebrities.

Much Video Dance (Videomax Inc) Booth 102-103 800-461-6824 www.muchvideodance.com As the No. 1 Canadian brand for young adults, Much is an integral part of today’s pop-culture landscape. Live performances and interviews with the best Canadian and international artists, and celebrity guests put fans in the centre of the action making Much’s acclaimed street-level Toronto headquarters Canada’s epicentre of celebrity. A multiplatform Canadian icon, www.much.ca is a favourite destination for youth delivering music videos, user-generated content and more.

Ninutik [Maple Sugar] Booth 104 647-280-4473 www.ninutik.com

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Ninutik handcrafts distinctive maple sugar gifts and single-serving treats for a variety of corporate functions including conferences, seminars, meetings, business trips, receptions, openings and award galas. Ask us about our popular ‘Taffy on Snow’ & our new ‘Maple & Cheese’ dessert stations.

Nasco Staffing Solutions Booth 406-407 604-683-2512 www.nasco.ca Nasco Staffing Solutions is the largest, full-service, temporary event staffing company in North America, offering qualified conference, event, promotional, food & beverage and production technical staff. From providing supplemental staff to full-service production and event crews, Nasco Staffing Solutions allows you to reduce the time and costs of managing your own resources so that you can focus your energy where it belongs: on your event.

Nothers Booth 204 519-663-9440 www.nothers.com Nothers Signs and Recognition is the leading provider of awards for the sporting, not-for-profit associations and corporate markets across Southwestern Ontario.

Nothers have been serving clients for over 40 years and provide everything from employee yearsof-service recognition and performance programs, custom signage, special event awards and signage, promotional products, sporting leagues and more.

Party Pix Booth 311 647-831-1687 www.partypix.ca Party Pix provides fun and engaging photo based activities for corporate, special, and promotional events. Their specialties include automated photo booth experiences, red carpet photography, on-site photo printing, and event photography Photobooth2Go Booth T1 877-749-7177 www.photobooth2go.ca PhotoBooth2Go is an open air-

concept Photobooth so instead of an enclosed box like a traditional photobooth they are out in the open and can fit about 7-8 people.

They set up a bench, a curtain and a variety of fun props for your guests.The Booth prints your pictures within 30 seconds or less.

With PhotoBooth2Go you are not just getting pictures to take home you get the memories of the event.

Pierre Gravel International Booth 608-610 450-372-7764 www.pierregravel.com Established in 1962, Pierre Gravel International has emerged as Canada’s premier agency in exclusive corporate entertainment.

Their roster includes both domestic and international artists whose talents cover many unique areas of the entertainment industry.

Representing the very best singers, impressionists, entertainers, comedians, magicians, variety and circus acts, it is this unique diversity and quality of talent that makes the PGI family, an agency of choice.

Pragmatic Conferencing Booth T3 613-818-8854 www.thinkpragmatic.com Pragmatic Conferencing is an internationally trusted conferencing provider, with offices in Canada, the U.S. and Australia.

Pragmatic began providing Audio, Web, Video, Conferencing and Webcasting services in 2007.

Since then, their customer base has grown to include some of the world’s most prominent organizations.

Private Dining at JOEY Eaton Centre Booth 506 647-352-5639 www.joeyrestaurants.com/eatoncentre/private-dining From intimate groups of 10 to celebrations of 100, JOEY Eaton Centre is delighted to host your group in their refined Private Dining Room. Handcrafted cocktails and award-winning wines selected by our restaurant Sommelier, globally inspired artisan-made dishes and an experience your guests are sure to

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remember – JOEY Eaton Centre looks forward to hosting you and your guests.

Reality Entertainment Video Booth 607-609 514-625-2510 www.realityvideo.ca Their unique animation concepts allow participants to be transported LIVE in a video clip, performing to a cheering crowd! The videos are projected in real time.

Participants immediately receive a DVD souvenir recording of their performance Rosedale Livery Limited Booth 605 905-677-9444 www.rosedalelivery.com Rosedale Livery is transporting its customers wherever they need to be anytime - day or night. They will pick you up from your home, office or hotel on time and take you to or from the airport or your special event. They are the largest operator of livery limousines in Canada, with a fleet of 70+ vehicles and well-trained professional staff. Rosedale Livery is delivering services that extend far beyond “just a ride”.

Scotia Entertainment Services Booth 113 647-968-2729 www.ScotiaEntertainment.com Scotia Entertainment provides Audio-Visual, DJ and Entertainment Services for Corporate, Wedding and Social Events. Providing personalized services and dedicated to making each and every event a success.

Terry Holdershaw and his team will help to take your event from ordinary to extraordinary Sentinel Security Plus Booth 106 877-894-1885 www.sentinelsecurityplus.com First class leaders in the security industry, providing the highest level of protection for any environment. Specializing in Toronto’s opulent night life, corporate events, weddings and executive protection. The Sentinel Security Plus team is made up of highly trained individuals with diverse

backgrounds. Whatever your security needs may be, their experienced staff will exceed your expectations.

Soapbox Photo & Video Booths Booth 100-101 905-266-0244 www.SoapboxBooths.com Voted #1 Photo Booth in Toronto!

Offering the largest selection of Photo Booths and Video Booths for your next event.

Stagevision Inc. Booth 309 416-441-0214 www.stagevision.com Stagevision opened its doors in 1984, and armed with a firm understanding of clients’ needs and extensive knowledge of industry suppliers, the company quickly began building a client base. They have three divisions – Stagevision Inc., Stagevision AV Services, and Set Design. They have staged events around the globe, on land and on sea – for Canadian as well as American clients.

Stardust Events Booth 507-509 905-479-7000 www.stardustevents.com Stardust Events is a full service décor company that has been nationally recognized for quality, originality and creativity. Through floral design, fabric installations, lounge settings, props, backdrops and live décor they specialize in room transformation creating one of a kind environments!

Superior Events Group, Inc. Booth 500-501 416-249-4000 www.superiorevents.com Superior Events Group Inc. is the largest fun event rental company in Canada. They provide nationwide service. Superior Events is powered by the largest inventory of inflatable rides, amusement rentals, bouncy castles, midway rides, carnival games, event photography, casino games, and interactive entertainment - all under one roof as well.

TDC Entertainment Formerly The Dance Company Booth 402 416-243-7505 www.tdcentertainment.ca TDC Entertainment is known for outstanding service and professionalism. They offer every aspect of entertainment for any event, Includeing Greeters, Freeze Pose Models, Shadow Dancers, Body Paint Models to full scale productions including Singers, Dancers, Aerial Artists and Musicians. They create an event experience that is customized to suit your event’s themes, venues and special requests.

TeamBonding Booth T2 781-780-3858 www.teambonding.com TeamBonding took their cue from children and play: through playing together children learn, grow, and form bonds that are authentic and profound. Their team building facilitators have delivered literally thousands of team building events to different corporations and groups worldwide. From Fortune 500 companies to non-profit groups, small start-ups to universities, their facilitators have done it all.

The Agency Group Ltd. Booth 411 416-368-5599 www.TheAgencyGroup.com The Agency Group – the world’s leading independent talent booking agency – is a career-building, taste-making, Artist development powerhouse. Covering the full array of musical genres – from rock, metal, reggae, folk, adult contemporary, R&B, hip hop, classical, indie, jazz, punk, pop/ EDM, theatrical etc – their continued worldwide success is driven through shared ambitions and built entirely on the success of their Artists.

The Canvas Nursery

Booth 700-701 239-433-3335 www.thecanvasnursery.com Palm Trees, Foliage and Floral arrangements for the event professional. Over 30 styles of finely

crafted botanical creations.

Discover the beauty and durability of products made using canvas fabric. All of their products can either knock-down or fold-up for ease of transport to any event venue. Limitless colors and custom fabrics by special order.

TheAppLabb Booth 404 416-745-3164 www.TheAppLabb.com TheAppLabb, an internationally acclaimed Technology company focused on Strategy, Design & Development of Mobile Apps.

With locations in Toronto, New York, Hong Kong, and India, TheAppLabb works with global brands, agencies and tech startups, by understanding their unique needs and creating business value through innovative solutions. TheAppLabb also engineers proprietary white labeled mobile platforms.

TIFIDIN Chocolates & Motivational Gifts Booth 408 888-918-1115 www.TIFIDIN.com TIFIDIN is your premier source for motivational and inspirational business gifts, awards, wall décor, desktop accessories, and fundraising program. They can be your personal concierge to help you with your business gifts, corporate events, employee recognition and fundraising programs.

Toronto Special Events (TSEvents)

Booth 203 905-877-1113 www.tsevents.com Toronto Special Events (TSEvents) is a Toronto based publishing company serving the information needs of the business and special event industry. TSE Guide is the annual must-have event planning resource and a who’s who of event venues. resources, ideas and more. It’s all online @ tsevents. com plus a winning mix of info and ideas delivered via TSEvents e-news.

Two Crazy Ladies Inc. Booth 410 416-494-2244 www.twocrazyladies.com Two Crazy Ladies have it all! They go beyond the pen, lanyard and water bottle when sourcing the best item for your next event and promotion. They “Think Outside the Box” and give you the most innovative and cool new products on the market! TCL is your “Go to Team” for all your promotional product needs...Two Crazy Ladies are the Official Promo Products Supplier for the CSE Expo14.

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Hank Daddy BBQ Food Truck 416-822-8227 www.hankdaddysbbq.com

Booth 313-315 416-551-5504 www.wateronwheels.ca (2 colour - Pantone 295C, Pantone 298C) Water-on-Wheels (WOW) provides mobile water refill stations for both RENTAL and SALE. Their stations connect to existing water sources (fire hydrant, hose fauPer-Se Catering & events cets) and allow patrons to refill Food Truck their re-usable water bottles at 647-342-8686 your event.

(1 colour - Pantone 295C) www.persecatering.com Wellington Music Booth 308 416-410-5365 www.wellington-music.com Wellington Music provides live music entertainment for private and corporate functions. Describe (1 colour, reversed out - white) the ambiance you prefer and they will provide a memorable musical touch for your event day. Their ensemble will be attuned to your desire and complement the style you wish to create for your special event.

Zero Gravity Booth 403 888-673-4528 www.zerogravitycircus.com Zero Gravity Circus is a full service creative production house & circus agency. Over fifteen years of experience and an extensive roster allow them the freedom & flexibility to produce ideal custom entertainment for all kinds of events & venues. Keeping in mind event objectives, themes & logistics Zero Gravity Circus provides quality indoor & outdoor shows worldwide and full scale productions – they offer shows of all shapes & sizes.

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Smoke’s Poutinerie Dundas Food Truck 416-603-2873 www.smokespoutinerie.com

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2014 favourites readers’ choice awards Who are Canada’s favorite event suppliers? How much do your clients and your industry peers LOVE YOU? The Canadianspecialevents.com Readers’ Choice Awards are the only industry awards in Canada where the winners are chosen based on votes from their industry peers. This annual awards program, run in conjunction with the CSE EXPO is a great opportunity for event professionals and suppliers to win bragging rights as the industry’s favorite.

Favorite Event App

Favorite Event Industry Blog

Favorite Event Venue

Alliance Tech Intelligent Events Atendy Attendify Social Tables TheAppLabb

Meetingpool.net BestofToronto.net CVent EventManagerBlog.com Mashable.com Style Me Pretty

AGO Art Gallery of Ontario Allstream Centre Arcadian Court Atlantis Pavilion Stanley Park Pavilion The Calgary Stampede

Favorite Event Photographer

Favorite AV or Technical Production Supplier

Favorite Event Caterer Culinary Capers Vancouver Daniel et Daniel Emelles Catering Encore Food with Elegance Great Events Group Presidential Gourmet Company

Favorite Event DJ Evolved Entertainment Feedback Promotions Flashpoint Productions Premium DJs Hot Wax Entertainment Nth Degree Entertainment Group

Favorite Event Entertainer Fusion Events Kim & Company Mega Magic Rascal Entertainment- David Lew TDC Entertainment – formerly The Dance Company The Character Guys

Favorite Event Florist Blumen Floral Boutique DT Floral and Décor Inc. Elizabeth Munro Design Mona Lisa Florist Wedding Wire

424U Inc TVE Productions Caryn Silverstein Photography Coast Mountain Photography Distinctive Foto Imaging Leblond Studio Inc.

Center Stage AV FireDog Creative Frischkorn Audio Visual Corp.

Pandor Productions Sole Power

Favorite Event Planner – Independent

Favorite Decorator or Design Supplier (may include linen/chairs)

Amanda Douglas, Amanda Douglas Events Arthur K, Fusion Events Carolyn Luscombe, Eclectic Events International, Inc. Hala Bissada, Hala Events Narine Dat Sookram, ACTIVE VISION Charity Association Sharon Bonner, Bright Ideas Event Coordinators Ltd.

Daniel Barker House of Design Greenscape Design & Décor Mode Function Event Design Ltd Spotlight ON Style Stardust Events

Favorite Event Supplier Greenscape Design & Decor Loungerworks Furniture Rental and Décor Mode Function Event Design Ltd Nasco Staffing Solutions PM Gigs Staffing Plus – Servers, Bartenders, and Chefs

Favorite Rental Company Around The Table Chair Decor Etc Chair-man Mills EG Group Canada Signature Event Rentals

Voting is open until March 24th.

Winners will be announced live on March 26 at the CSE Expo 14, on the show floor at 4:45 p.m.

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star awards

2014 nominees canadian event industry awards Congratulations to the 2014 Star Award Nominees for the outstanding achievements in special events, meetings, design, technical production, conference and trade show planning.

Winners will be announced live March 27 at the Gala Celebration proudly hosted by Dynamic Hospitality at Atlantis Pavilions in Toronto.

Best Event Produced for a Corporation by an in House Team or Planner Calgary Stampede, Calgary, AB Social Enterprise World Forum Rodeo and Reception RBC (Royal Bank of Canada), Toronto ON RBC Canadian Painting Competition Announcement Gala Société de transport de Montréal, Montreal, QC, STM 25 years in the spotlight Best Event Produced for a Corporation by 3rd Party Planner

Most Creative Catering Presentation

City of Surrey, Surrey, BC and John Donnelly &

Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth Hotel – RE Le

Associates, Vancouver, BC

Traiteur, Montreal, QC

Surrey Canada Day 2013

76th Annual St Mary’s Ball Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth Outside Catering

Outstanding Logistical Achievement

– RE Le Traiteur, Montreal, QC

Altitude C and Rogers Communications,

An Enchanted Journey

Montreal, QC

Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth – RE Le Traiteur,

Rogers Lounge

Montreal, QC

BC Event Management Inc., Burnaby, BC

Gala of the Armand-Frappier Foundation of INRS

Times of India Film Awards

University

BC Event Management Inc., Burnaby, BC Surrey Mayors Charity Ball

Bright Ideas Events, Vancouver, BC

Best Opening Event

Black Chalk Marketing, Toronto, ON

Christmas Around The World

BC Event Management Inc., Burnaby, BC

Office 365 Launch Dome at Dundas

Eclectic Events International Inc., Toronto, ON

Grand Opening of the Hard Rock Casino Vancouver

Calgary Stampede, Calgary, AB

Night Circus

Black Chalk Marketing, Toronto, ON

The 2013 President’s Event

Mina Martini Inc., Montreal, QC

Saudia Arabian Airlines Launch Events

Creativiva Inc., Toronto, ON

“The Blue Island” Adventure-Event

Black Chalk Marketing, Toronto, ON

Illuminite

MOUSE Marketing, Toronto, ON

Saudia Airlines Launch Events

Iceculture Inc. and Fuse Marketing Group Inc.,

Cake Boss Ultimate Wedding Cake Contest

Black Chalk Marketing, Toronto, ON

Hensall, ON

MOUSE Marketing, Toronto, ON

Office 365 Launch Dome at Dundas

First Ever Drivable Ice Pick-up Truck Makes World Record Attempt

Say Yes to Kleinfeld Best Corporate Team Building Event

Solutions with Impact, Toronto, ON

Best Fundraising Event

Calgary Corporate Challenge Association,

HSCF Celebrity Human Race

Black Chalk Marketing, Toronto, ON

Calgary, AB

True Patriot Dinner

Calgary Corporate Challenge – September Games

Best Festival

Canadian Cancer Society, BC & Yukon Division,

Hypnotist The Incredible Boris, Thornhill, ON

5th Element Events, Markham, ON

Vancouver, BC

Centennial Optical National Sales Meeting

TD Toronto Jazz Festival at Shops at Don Mills

17th Annual Canadian Cancer Society Daffodil Ball

POP Kollaborative, Calgary, AB

Canada Place Corporation, e=mc2 events, The

Children’s Aid Foundation, Toronto, ON

Piece by Piece

Pace Group and Archangel Fireworks, Vancouver BC Canada Day at Canada Place

Teddy Bear Affair Hala Events & Communications Inc., Toronto, ON

Best Public Entertainment Event

City of Surrey, Surrey, BC and John Donnelly &

Book Lover’s Ball

Canada Place Corporation and e=mc2 events,

Associates, Vancouver, BC

Mandell Entertainment Group Inc, Toronto, ON

Vancouver, BC

Surrey Fusion Festival

Bridle Bash V

Christmas at Canada Place

Jones & Jones, Brampton, ON

Solutions with Impact (SWI), Toronto, ON

DeAngelis Entertainment Inc. and Black Chalk

JAMBANA: One World Festival

Angels Catwalk for Sick Kids

Marketing, Toronto, ON

Pride Toronto, Toronto, ON

WinSport, Calgary, AB

Summertime Jazz Sessions at Toronto Pearson

Pride Week 2013

WinSport Legacy Gala

International Airport

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Social Butterfly Event Design and JJL Events and SolePower Productions Category: Most Outstanding Event $100,000 to $300,000 Venetian Nights- Mantella Christmas 2013

RE Le Traiteur Category: Most Creative Catering Presentation 76th Annual St Mary’s Ball ~ Dessert Female

Lynn Fletcher Weddings Inc. Category: Best Wedding Over 75K Love United ~ dancing practice

The Lightning Group, Toronto, ON

Best Event Decor Under $25,000

Best Event Decor $25,000- $75,000

Taste of the Danforth

5th Element Events, Markham, ON

Calgary Stampede, Calgary, AB

Woofstock, Toronto, ON

Secret Garden

Shades of Radiance

Woofstock

aNd Logistix, Toronto, ON and WOW Factor Event

Decor & More Inc., Oakville, ON

Design, Halifax, NS

Lucy Loves Ricky

Best Audio Visual Design for an Event

IIROC’s Financial Administration Services Conference

E Group Canada, Calgary, AB

e=mc2 events, Calgary, AB and Proshow

DX Design, Quebec

Seize the Night

Audiovisual, Vancouver, BC

New-York pour la vie

Loungeworks, Vancouver, BC

The Brilliance Ball

e=mc2 events, Dom Inc. & The MUSE, Calgary, AB

Black Door Private Concert Experience

Freeman Audio Visual, Mississauga, ON

RGO 4. – 4th Location. 2nd Version.

Lynn Fletcher Weddings Inc., Calgary, AB

2013 RE/MAX KickStart

Dom Inc. & The MUSE, e=mc2 events &

Love United

OneWest Events Inc., Calgary, AB

OneWest Events Inc., Calgary, AB

Best Technical Support for an Event

Arpi’s Industries 50th Anniversary

A Night in Oz

BC Event Management Inc. Riggit Services Inc.,

Greenscape Design & Decor, Burnaby, BC

FOS Décor Center and Fab Fete Event Planning

Electric Aura Projects Inc., Burnaby, BC

1001 Nights at the Shangri-La Hotel Vancouver

Boutique, Vaughan, ON

Times of India Film Awards

SurMesure, créatrices d’occasions, St-Jean-sur-

Moraccan Cirque

e=mc2 events, Calgary, AB

Richelieu, QC

FOS Décor Center, Vaughan, ON

Two Become One – Holiday Party Production

Bal des Prix d’Excellence 2013

Nature’s Secret Garden

Freeman Audio Visual, Mississauga, ON

W Events, Toronto, ON

Unifor Founding Convention

Boobyball Toronto – BOOBY U

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2014 star award nominees Best Event Decor Over $75,000

Simon Fraser University, Burnaby, BC

Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth – RE Le Traiteur ,

Decor & More Inc., Oakville, ON

SFU’s 50th Anniversary Campaign Launch

Montreal, QC

Chinese New Year – Year of the Snake

Solutions With Impact, Toronto, ON

Daffodil Ball

e=mc2 events and Decor & More Inc., Calgary, AB

Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation KitchenAid

The Brilliance Ball

Cook for the Cure Culinary Showdown

Events with Vizability, Fort McMurray, AB

Best Venue Produced Event Allstream Centre, Toronto, ON

Wine in the Park – 4th Annual SMS Equipment

Best Sporting Event

Allstream Centre Annual Client Event

Wine Auction

Calgary Corporate Challenge Association,

Embassy Grand Convention Centre, Brampton,

Lynn Fletcher Weddings and Decor & More Inc ,

Calgary, AB

ON

Calgary, AB

Calgary Corporate Challenge – September Games

Spaghetti Western

Living The Dream

Tennis Canada, Toronto, ON

POP Kollaborative and Decor & More Inc.,

Rogers Cup presented by National Bank

Calgary, AB Sugar & Spice Yes, Decor & More

Best Entertainment Production A2D2 Inc., Toronto, ON

Best Trade Show

A Night in OZ

aNd Logistix, Toronto, ON

Creativiva Inc., Toronto, ON

Best Table Center

The Gentlemens’ Expo

ILLUMINITE

Events by Croce Consulting, St Catherines, ON

Ontario Hospital Association, Toronto, ON

e=mc2 events and Fuze Entertainment Solutions,

Mayors Au Marche

HealthAchieve

Calgary, AB

Ô Milieu, a division of Mia Martini, Montreal, QC “The Blue Island” Adventure-Event

The Brilliance Ball Best Overall Catered Event

Hala Events & Communications Inc., Toronto, ON

Culinary Capers Catering and Special Events,

Book Lover’s Ball

Best Event for a High Profile Charity

Vancouver, BC

Mandell Entertainment Group Inc. and Bassett

Black Chalk Marketing, Toronto, ON

Filipino Inspired Garden Barbecue

Events, Toronto, ON

True Patriot Love Foundation Tribute Dinner 2013

Culinary Capers Catering and Special Events,

David Foster Foundation 26th Annual Miracle Gala

e=mc2 events, Calgary, AB

Vancouver, BC

and Concert

The 2nd Annual TIFF Inaugural Gala – Celebrating

Monogram Dinner by Design Vancouver

100 Years of Indian Cinema

Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth Hotel – RE Le

Best Conference

Hala Events & Communications Inc., Toronto, ON

Traiteur, Montreal, QC

aNd Logistix Inc., Toronto, ON

Book Lover’s Ball

Montreal Contemporary Art Museum (MAC) Annual

Mortgage Forum 2013

Mandell Entertainment Group and Bassett

Ball

aNd Logistix Inc., Toronto, ON

Events, Toronto, ON

Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth Outside Catering

Canadian Council of Public Private Partnerships

Bliss Ball

– RE Le Traiteur, Montreal, QC

Ontario Hospital Association, Toronto, ON

Reach for the Rainbow, Toronto, ON

The Grand Evening

HealthAchieve

The 27th Crystal Ball

Great Events Catering, Calgary, AB

Truck Loggers Association, Vancouver, BC

Sensix Communications & Events Inc., Montreal, QC

ISES Kouvert – Hidden from Reality

70th Annual Truck Loggers Association Convention

Lady Davis Ball Fundraiser “A World of Possibilities”

Great Events Catering, Calgary, AB

and Trade Show

Artistry of Catering Arthur K., Fusion Events Category: Event Professional of the Year

BC Event Management Category: Outstanding Logistical Achievement Times of India Film Awards

WestJet Airlines Category: Most Outstanding Event over 300K A Night in Oz

Best Event Produced by an Association, Board or Committee Eventful Times, Sudbury, ON KISS 105.3 Father Daughter Ball Friends of We Care, Aurora, ON 30th Anniversary Gala ISES Toronto, Newmarket, ON 2013 ISES Toronto Gala – GLOW: A Reflection of Creativity

aNd Logistix Category: Best Trade Show The Gentlemens’ Expo

Limestone Learning Foundation, Kingston, ON Crystal Ball Gala Ontario Hospital Association, Toronto, ON HealthAchieve Truck Loggers Association, Vancouver, BC 70th Annual Truck Logger Association Convention and Trade Show Best Wedding Creative Art of the Party Inc., Burnaby, BC Christy and Peter Boom Goes the Drum and Designing On The Edge, Calgary, AB A Home Grown Wedding POP Kollaborative and Decor & More Inc., Calgary, AB Society FOS Décor Center, Vaughan, ON Natures Secret Garden

Best Event Produced for a Community Based Charitable Organization Cava Rose, Montreal,QC “Extravaganza” Valentine’s Day Ball Events By Croce Consulting, Niagara Falls, ON St. Catharines Mayors Au Marche Events with Vizability, Fort McMurray, AB Dancing with the Stars Wood Buffalo Events with Vizability, Fort McMurray, AB Wine in the Park 4th Annual SMS Equipment Wine Auction in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters Wood Buffalo Inventa, Vancouver, BC Holiday Train The Social Concierge & Hybridity, Vancouver, BC TOUCH Gala 2013

Best Trade Show Booth or Pavilion

Most Outstanding Event Under $100,000

Black Chalk Marketing, Toronto, ON

5th Element Events, Markham, ON

Windows Dorm Tour

Canadian Hospitality Foundation Gala

Black Chalk Marketing, Toronto, ON

5th Element Events, Markham, ON

Office 365 Launch Dome at Dundas

Adball: Gatsby

Black Chalk Marketing, Toronto, ON

Eclectic Events International Inc., Toronto, ON

Windows 8 Airport Golf

Night Circus

Ontario Hospital Association, Toronto, ON

Hala Events & Communications Inc., Toronto, ON

Health Achieve

Ultimate Food Challenge Mouse Marketing, Toronto, ON

Best Wedding under 75K

Cake Boss Ultimate Wedding Cake Contest

Atmosphere Productions Inc., Edmonton, AB

Stardust Events, Markham, ON and A2D2,

“All Love Is Equal” – The Marriage of Mathew &

Toronto, ON

Jordan

Cirque Wonderland

Eventful Times by Lisa Bonin, Sudbury, ON

FOS Décor Center, Vaughan, ON

Christiane & Steve’s Wedding

I’m in Miami

Jennifer Bergman Weddings, Edmonton, AB Love In The Desert

Most Outstanding Event $100,000 to $300,000

Social Butterfly Event Design and JJL Events and SolePower Productions, Toronto, ON Venetian Nights- Mantella Christmas 2013 Pacific Destination Services Inc., Vancouver BC Divas of the Forest Most Outstanding Event Over $300,000 Hala Events & Communications Inc., Toronto, ON Book Lover’s Ball City of Surrey John Donnelly & Associates, Vancouver,BC Surrey Canada Day 2013 WestJet Airlines, Calgary, AB, A Night In Oz Events with Vizability, Fort McMurray, AB Wine in the Park – 4th Annual SMS Equipment Wine Auction in support of BBBS Wood Buffalo Entertainer of the Year Boogie Wonder Band, Montreal, QC Fusion Events, Toronto, ON Gordie Brown Enterprises, Inc., Granby , QC Hypnotist The Incredible Boris, Thornhill, ON Mega Magic, Mike D’Urzo Toronto, ON Martin Dube., Montreal, QC Event Professional of the Year Julie Danaylov, CSEP, A2D2 Inc, Toronto, ON Arthur K, Fusion Events, Toronto, ON Peg Gallison, Building Owners & Managers Association of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON Keri Miller, CSEP, e=mc2 events, Calgary, AB Hala Bissada, Hala Events & Communications Inc. , Toronto, ON Heidi Barlow Lee, HBL Events, Victoria, BC

Best Wedding Over $75,000

5th Element Events, Markham, ON

Corey Mandell, Mandell Entertainment Group

A2D2~Aerial Dance Cirque Company, Toronto, ON

Hatch Gala

Inc. Toronto, ON

Cirque-it, Bling-it, Love-it!

Events with Vizability, Fort McMurray, AB

Cava Rose, Montreal, QC

Dancing with the Stars Wood Buffalo

Winners will be announced March 27 at the

Flower Gallery Wedding

City of Surrey John Donnelly & Associates,

Gala Celebration proudly hosted by Dynamic

Lynn Fletcher Weddings Inc., Calgary, AB

Vancouver, BC

Hospitality at Atlantis Pavilions in Toronto.

Love United

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shows per year. His career was highlighted by opening a number of shows for Celine Dion, and by being recognized by the industry he loved as the Entertainer of the Year two years in a row!

Brian was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis when he was three months old. As a young adult, he managed with less than 35 per cent lung function for over a decade as his career flourished, but his lungs declined to the point where he needed a transplant.

On July 6, 2006, Brian received a double-lung transplant and was home by July 22. Eight weeks later he was back at work and “feeling phenomenal.” “I just never wanted to be defined by a disease but instead by who I am and what I could do,” he said in an interview just two months after the major surgery.

Brian touched and wowed thousands of people with his talent, his personality, his wit and his values. He was deeply devoted to his wife Carrie, and there was never a father more proud than Brian was of his young daughter Sydney.

in memorium

Brian left us far too soon, but his legacy will live on and he will never be forgotten.

Brian Michaels

A trust fund has been established for his daughter. Donations can be made at any branch of the RBC or via Internet banking to account #00712-511-742-9.

On February 7, 2014, the Canadian Event Industry lost a stellar performer, a loving husband, devoted father and a dear friend.

Brian Moynagh, who went by the stage name Brian Michaels, passed away at Toronto General Hospital at the age of 39.

Two time Entertainer of the Year, Thrilled Audiences and Touched Lives

Brian was an award-winning illusionist who was twice named the Entertainer of the Year at the Canadian Event Industry STAR Awards.

Brian’s love affair with magic began early on. Back in Grade 5, the former St. Gabriel elementary student pulled a magic book off the shelf in the school library, in defiance of an order to stop goofing around. He became hooked immediately. By Grade 8, Brian had transformed his magical pastime into a part-time job, performing at birthday parties.

By the time the business student left university, his part time job had become a career. He had also found the love of his life Carrie, and together they developed an impressive stage show and performed coast to coast and internationally, headlining corporate events with a schedule of 60 to 80 Spring 2014 | canadianspecialevents.com Magazine | 41

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