In order to successfully compete in today's challenging market, special events professionals need to be educated and connected.   ISES provides an environment that will afford you opportunities for professional development while enhancing your network.   The question is not, “Can you afford to join ISES?” the question is— “Can you afford not to join ISES!!!”   Questions? Please contact Elizabeth Bugg, ISES Napa-Sonoma Membership Chair, at (415) 209-6296 | ebugg@stonetreegolf.com

ISES Napa-Sonoma Chapter Birthday Celebration
"Soaring to New Heights"
SPEAKER: Dennis Bauer
Castello di Amorosa, St. Helena
6pm - 10pm

ISES Napa-Sonoma will celebrate our 7th Birthday at Calistoga’s magical Castello di Amorosa Winery on February 28th! Dennis Bauer, author of "Fumes and a Prayer: How to Live on the Edge and Still be Home in Time for Dinner,” will share his three key ideas on how to reach new levels of leadership, critical thinking, and personal potential. Dennis will offer signed copies of his new book, available for sale at the event. Spend time getting to know other local event professionals, sip on fine wines, and enjoy a fabulous dinner by Stark’s and Co. Catering in the Great Hall. After Dinner, put on your dancing shoes and get out on the dance floor in the Grand Barrel Room with Crossfire. This evening will be inspiring, educational and best of all ... FUN! Come out and Toast 2012 with ISES Napa-Sonoma!

Click here for more info and to Register now! 

~ Get A Free Membership in 2012-2013 ~
ISES 50 for 25 Membership Recruitment Program

To Celebrate the 25th anniversary ISES is excited to introduce the 50 for 25 Membership Recruitment Program which will begin December 1, 2011 and end April 30, 2012. 

What does this mean for me?

• New ISES Napa-Sonoma members (non-student) will have the $50 application fee waived if they enter the name of a current member who referred them. The referral name must be entered during the application submission.
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• Existing ISES Napa-Sonoma members will save $25.00 for each new professional (non-student) member they refer to ISES, up to the amount of their membership renewal ~ A Free Membership for 2012-2013!

Questions?  Contact Elizabeth Bugg,VP of Membership – ebugg@stonetreegolf.com

ISES Napa-Sonoma Chapter
Networking Mixer
Bottega Ristorante, Yountville
5:30 – 7:30pm    There is no fee to attend!

Relax and Enjoy a Networking-only Evening with ISES Napa-Sonoma. This is a great opportunity to mix with your fellow industry professionals. There will be no educational session—just fun, friends, and great wine!

There is no fee to attend, just relax and enjoy the evening.

www.botteganapavalley.com

ISES Napa-Sonoma Chapter Educational Program
SPEAKER: Andy Ebon
The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa, Sonoma

Topic: Technology/Social Media in 2012

Full details to be announced soon . . .

ISES Napa-Sonoma Chapter
Networking Mixer
MacArthur Place Inn & Spa, Sonoma
5:30 –7:30pm    There is no fee to attend!

Relax and Enjoy a Networking-only Evening with ISES Napa-Sonoma. This is a great opportunity to mix with your fellow industry professionals. There will be no educational session—just fun, friends, and great wine!

There is no fee to attend, just relax and enjoy the evening.

www.macarthurplace.com

ISES Napa-Sonoma Chapter Educational Program & Awards Dinner
SPEAKER: King Dahl, MGM Executive Director of Event Design
LOCATION: Ramekins Culinary School, Events & Inn, Sonoma
5 :30 – 8:30pm

Topic: Come Celebrate with the KING of all Events!

Full details to be announced soon . . .

Please check out upcoming events with our partners in the industry:
ISES Northern California Chapter