EVENTS OF 2023
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Summer Bash
August 7, 2023 6:00 - 9:00 PM Virgin Hotels New York City Join members of the Greater New York hospitality, meetings and tourism community for a night of networking and celebration at Virgin Hotels New York City! |
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Picnic in Central Park
June 21, 2023 12:30 - 2:30 PM Connect with fellow SITE members and industry friends and take in a bit of sunshine in Central Park. Our partners at Feet First will be providing lawn games and Events by RHC will provide a wonderful lunch. Your ticket includes lunch. A portion of it will go toward supporting the Innocence Project. |
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Brooklyn Bowl Venue Showcase June 7, 2023 6:00 - 10:00 PM Join NYC-area event industry professionals for a special event venue showcase at Brooklyn Bowl Williamsburg! Connect with fellow SITE, MPI, PCMA, IAEE, and ILEA members and industry friends in Brooklyn. Capacity is limited, RSVP today to reserve your spot on the guest list. |
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Summer Kick Off
May 31, 2023 7:10 PM We'll meet at Grand Central at 6:15 to take the subway to Citi Field. Powered by Young Leaders, join SITE Northeast for our Summer Kick Off. We will be at Citi Field for an afternoon of networking, baseball, and overall summer fun! |
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Annual General Meeting
April 3 5:30- 8:30 PM EDT Graduate New York Join SITE Northeast for our 2023 Annual General Meeting (AGM). This year we will be at The Graduate New York for our annual Spring networking, appetizers, cocktails and learning. Everyone who registers will be automatically entered to win a free stay at this fabulous hotel! Education Topic: How ChatGPT and Generative AI Will Impact the Meetings and Events Industry We will hear from Michael Cohen, an expert on ChatGPT. Michael is also a Speaker at NYU Tisch Center of Hospitality. Check out his profile here! This is your opportunity to bond with like-minded industry professionals at one of the newest venues in NYC! |
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Global Meetings Industry Day
March 30, 2023 3:00 - 5:00 PM Join us for Global Meetings Industry Day on March 30! This event is centered around the theme, “People Coming Together Matters” and will explore the importance of face-to-face meetings and the benefits of in-person meetings and events. |
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CSR Activity Join SITE Northeast for a CSR activity during registration for SMU. We'll be decorating capes to be donated to pediatric cancer patients across the country through the WITH Grace organization in conjunction with the Proton Therapy Partners. These capes accompany pediatric cancer patients when they receive treatments to bring strength, hope and power as they fight cancer. The capes serve as an uplifting symbol and tool in the battle to beat cancer. If you are unable to participate in the activity but would still like to contribute to the cause, please feel free to donate items from the WITH Grace Amazon wish list. We will also be collecting physical donations at the event. |
SITE Global Conference
February 17-20, 2023
New York Marriott Marquis
We just celebrated 50 years of incentive travel excellence at SITE.
SITE Northeast was ecstatic that Global Conference was in our backyard in 2023.
February 17-20, 2023
New York Marriott Marquis
We just celebrated 50 years of incentive travel excellence at SITE.
SITE Northeast was ecstatic that Global Conference was in our backyard in 2023.
EVENTS OF 2022
Falliday Soiree and Silent Auction
November 7, 2022
SITE Northeast's biggest event of the year will be Monday, November 7. Enjoy cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, do some networking, and shop our collection of incredible auction Items.
We're bringing back our coat drive this year in partnership with New York Cares. Please remember to bring a coat for a New Yorker in need!
Thank you to Conrad New York Downtown for their stellar partnership.
November 7, 2022
SITE Northeast's biggest event of the year will be Monday, November 7. Enjoy cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, do some networking, and shop our collection of incredible auction Items.
We're bringing back our coat drive this year in partnership with New York Cares. Please remember to bring a coat for a New Yorker in need!
Thank you to Conrad New York Downtown for their stellar partnership.
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SITE Unseen - Aruba
September 18-21, 2022 Join Northeast-area planners and suppliers, along with your SITE Northeast Board of Directors, for an exceptional program in the Caribbean. Aruba awaits! |
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SITE UNSEEN - OASIS OF THE SEAS
August 5, 2022 9:30AM - 2:30 PM BIGGER. BOLDER. GAMECHANGER. Join us for a first time open visit aboard one of Royal Caribbean's largest vessels! The original gamechanger is running up the shore again, loaded with all new adventure and ready to welcome SITE Northeast members and non-members for a unique visit! PRA Business Events will be providing transportation from NYC, as well as special gifting activity with Citizen Watch America. Interested in being a hosted buyer? Please fill out this form. |
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Picnic in the Park
June 10, 2022
12:30 - 2:30 PM
Central Park
Join SITE Northeast in the second annual summer picnic!
Thank you to NH Hotels and Simon Pro Photo for their sponsorship on this event!
Picnic in the Park
June 10, 2022
12:30 - 2:30 PM
Central Park
Join SITE Northeast in the second annual summer picnic!
Thank you to NH Hotels and Simon Pro Photo for their sponsorship on this event!
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SITE Unseen - Newport May 1-3, 2022 Join Northeast-area suppliers and planners, along with your SITE Northeast Board of Directors, for an amazing discovery of Newport. Special thanks to Discover Newport for their partnership. |
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2022 SITE Global Conference in Dublin April 20-23, 2022 Join fellow SITE, IBOD, and SITE Foundation members for great networking, idea-creation, and education sessions in the wonderful city of Dublin. |
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Global Meetings Industry Day April 7, 2022 Intercontinental Times Square Join SITE, PCMA, MPI, and other local industry association chapters for Global Meetings Industry Day! In-person meetings are irreplaceable and provide undeniable benefits to people, businesses, and communities. We hope you join the conversation on April 7 at the InterContinental Times Square on "Navigating the Road to Success." InterCon Times Square has set up a courtesy block for GMID with rates as low as $199/night + tax. Click HERE to book your room today! |
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Spring Social in Boston
April 5, 2022 5:30 - 8:30 PM OMNI Boston Hotel at the Seaport Calling all members in the Boston-area! Join SITE Northeast for a networking event and celebrate the springtime in style. Thanks to the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport for their support! Our Spring Social event will take place at The Sporting Club (look for the Trophy Room). Our CSR Partners for this event is the Marlborough Community Cupboard Interested in being a Hosted Buyer? Submit your application here! |
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MPI New Jersey MEETS Conference March 23, 2022 Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City Our friends at MPI New Jersey are hosting their wonderful MEETS Conference with keynote speaker and top planner: Marcy Blum! Join us and other event industry peers at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City! SITE Northeast Members can register at the Co-Op Member fee of $139.00. |
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CSR Activity at SMU International March 14, 2022 2:00 - 5:00 PM Join SITE Northeast and our Young Leaders for a CSR activity during day-one of SMU. We'll be packaging women's hygiene products to support the Woman to Woman Campaign of our CSR partners, the Food Bank for New York City. The packed bags will then be delivered to the Community Kitchen in East Harlem. Thank you to our sponsors for this event: Northstar Meetings Group, St. Regis Bahia Beach Puerto Rico, and Destination DC. For more details, contact Brenda Davis, our VP CSR. |
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Annual General Meeting March 8, 2022 5:30 - 8:30 PM Join SITE Northeast for our first in-person event of the year! We are hosting out Annual General Meeting at the Gansevoort Meatpacking NYC*. |
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EVENTS OF 2021
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2021 Industry Holiday Party Let’s Celebrate the Season…Together Again! Join us for a rocking night to celebrate the holiday season at the newly renovated and one of New York’s historic landmarks, Irving Plaza. Be sure to wear your dancing shoes for the mega-talented musical group, Paris NY. We’ll enjoy delectable bites courtesy of Mustang Harry’s and capture fun moments with friends and colleagues at Incinerator Media Group’s photo booth. Delight in the holiday décor from Starbright Florals and find your way to a special guest who will be “coming to town” that night. |
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SITE Northeast Falliday Soiree
and Silent Auction Enjoy cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, do some networking, and shop our collection of incredible auction Items! Thursday, October 28 5:30-8:00 PM EDT Wythe Hotel 80 Wythe Avenue Brooklyn NY, 11249 The Wythe Hotel is offering a 20% room rate discount for our event guests, book through this link or use the discount code: FALLIDAY Interested in Donating an Auction Item? Exposure of your company and brand will be widely seen by industry professionals through marketing efforts by SITE. Remember, the sooner your donation commitment reaches us the more exposure we can give you! Please contact our VP Sponsorship, Nasreen Wasti at nasreen.wasti@alitalia.com and our Director of Marketing, Stella Cruz Ortiz stella@sbmny.com Interested in Becoming a Hosted Buyer? Complete the application here. After approval, you will receive a discount code to register for the Falliday Soiree for $10 (85% discount). All hosted buyers will also receive a raffle ticket to enter a prize drawing upon arrival. Contact our VP Membership, Megan McHale at mmchale@roccofortehotels.com with any questions. |
CITP ExamSITE Northeast hosted the CITP Exam on October 6, 2021 at the Times Square Edition. Our education committee also hosted a couple of study sessions to go over study materials and tips for exam taking.
CITP Cost Members: $675 USD/$200 (CITP Week 2021 Special) Non-Members: $895 The deadline to apply for the Exam is August 6, 2021. Exam Info Exam Day: Wednesday October 6 Exam Time: 2:30 PM - 5:00 PM EST Exam Location: TBC, registrants will be informed via email. |
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SUMMER BASH WITH HSMAISITE Northeast, HSMAI Greater New York, and other industry associations joined up for a night of networking at Margaritaville Times Square. August 17 6-9 PM EST |
SITE Northeast Reads
On June 23, the SITE Northeast book club discussed “I Never Promised You A Goodie Bag- A Memoir of Life Through Events: the Ones You Plan and the Ones You Don’t” by Jennifer Gilbert.
📖 #SITENortheastReads
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SITE Northeast - Picnic in Central Park Our first live event in over a year took take place Friday June 11, 12:30pm - 2:30pm EDT 2021! SITE Northeast hosted a lunch in Sheep's Meadow, across from Tavern on the Green. We sold raffle tickets to benefit the Food Bank for New York City ($10 each) and one lucky winner received a 2-night stay at: One&Only Mandarina in in Riviera Nayarit, Mexico Special thanks to One&Only Resorts for their sponsorship |
MEETING PLANNER TOOLKIT LUNCH & LEARN SERIES
The second event on our Meeting Planner Toolkit Series will take place May 19 from 12:30-1:30 pm EST.
In this session, we will speak about emerging trends in event theming and décor.
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SELF PRESERVATION FOR PLANNERS
May 13 at 3:00 PM EST The world has been at a standstill for the last year – and with it, the hospitality industry. As postponements turned to cancellations, our jobs as hoteliers, ground suppliers, and planners experienced more strain than ever before in recent history. Even with the industry on path for recovery in the coming year, there are still many stressors plaguing our community. In this session, we learn proven self-care techniques and discuss how to be successful in achieving balance in a COVID-19 world. We’ll also have an open roundtable opportunity to share the challenges that have most plagued us for the last year for an opportunity to connect and share in a safe, supportive and confidential environment. Leading us will be Julie Bosi. Julie is a Certified Professional Coach, whose core tenants center around her belief and study that humans are driven by energy, and energy is driven by mindset. Business environments are energetic ecosystems – they can be filled with toxic energy that foments distrust and erodes morale or sustaining energy that fuels collaboration, innovation and growth. Through group coaching, Julie helps professionals develop dynamic and supportive relationships that lay the foundation for an optimal energetic ecosystem. |
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MEETING PLANNER TOOLKIT LUNCH & LEARN SERIES The first event on our Meeting Planner Toolkit Series took place April 21 from 12:30-1:30 pm EST. In this session, we discussed contracts from both the Planner and Hotel perspective: looking beyond Force Majeure to protect your program and discussing liability issues for meetings going forward. |
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Global Meetings Industry Day
Thursday, April 8 at 5:00 PM EDT Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) brings the industry together to showcase the undeniable value that business meetings, trade shows, incentive travel, exhibitions, conferences and conventions bring to people, businesses and communities. On April 8, 2021 join MPI Greater New York, NYPCMA, SITE Northeast, and EventFluence as we come together to co-create and launch our first joint hybrid event experience in New York City with the theme Meet Safe. Fred Dixon, Co-Chair of the Meetings Mean Business Coalition, will kick off the event with an update on why the unwavering value of our industry has never been more important for nationwide economic recovery – particularly at the state and local levels. You will then gain insights from an expert panel of industry professionals who will pull back the curtain on hybrid event experiences. Key learning outcomes will include:
This event is open and complimentary to all event and hospitality professionals! |
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BRIDGING GENERATIONS ACROSS SITE:
AN ARMCHAIR DISCUSSION POWERED BY YOUNG LEADERS Join SITE President Aoife Delaney and SITE Young Leader Member Larissa Haltigin as they discuss the incentive industry alongside industry influencers – their dads! Tuesday, March 23 1:00 PM EDT |
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SITE Northeast Reads
Please join SITE Northeast for the President's Pick Book Club! We'll be discussing "Heads in Beds" by Jacob Tomsky: a funny, authentic, and irreverent chronicle of the highs and lows of hotel life. Let's get together and discuss this insightful and witty book about our beloved industry. Tuesday, March 16 5:00 PM EDT |
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SOCIAL MEDIA TOOLBOX: BUILDING A SOCIAL PRESENCE FOR HOSPITALITY PROFESSIONALS
Social media - we hear about it all of the time and we know it has been proven successful for growing business, but where do we even start? In this session, participants will learn how to use social media in our current climate & beyond, engage with clients & attract new clients, and how to establish an overall social media persona. Chelsea Martin is the Founder & Luxury Travel Advisor at Passport To Friday, a boutique luxury travel agency specializing in bespoke travel & dream honeymoons. She also recently launched Passport To Social, a social media membership geared towards helping travel advisors build their social media presence and business. Passport To Friday began as a business travel blog when Chelsea was traveling 250+ days per year as a freelance Travel Director. As her social media presence grew she transitioned into the leisure market and launched her travel agency, still using social media as a key driver of business and gaining a majority of her clients through Instagram. In 2019, Chelsea was nominated for the “Most Innovative Advisor” award at Virtuoso Travel Week, and also achieved Marriott International Luxury Brands’ “STARS Celestial Club”, making her one of the top MILUX advisors in the country. Chelsea Martin previously served as the Vice President of Social Media for the SITE Texas chapter. Tuesday, March 10 3:00 PM EDT |
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MARDI GRAS VIRTUAL NETWORKING PARTY
FEATURING SONGDIVISION Thursday, February 11, 2021 5:00 PM EST Dancing in your seats, beads, and masks...what more do we need to have a blast? Get ready for another music-driven, Virtual Happy Hour from MPIGNY and the global rock stars at SongDivision - this time with a Mardi Gras twist! If you attended the first SongDivision event over the summer, you know it was a Rockin' Good Time! We’ll play musical games and enjoy Mardi Gras-themed trivia. So put on your dancing shoes, whip up your best Hurricane and King Cake, and get ready to party! Laissez les bons temps rouler ("Let the good times roll") with MPIGNY and SongDivision for a virtual event you won't want to miss! |
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MEET THE 2021 BOARD OF DIRECTORS: VIRTUAL LUNCHEON
Tuesday, January 5, 2021
12:00 PM ET
Zoom
Free to attend!
Let's do lunch! Kick off the new year with updates from Aoife Delaney, 2021 SITE International Board of Directors President and your SITE Northeast USA 2021 Board of Directors.
Free for all to join. SITE Northeast USA 2020 and 2021 members will receive a complimentary $25 Grubhub membership card to enjoy lunch on SITE Northeast USA.
Learn about SITE Northeast USA activities in 2021, ways to maximize your membership, and ask any questions you might have as we kick off the new year and look towards our industry's recovery.
EVENTS OF 2020
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September 24, 2020
Book Club Join us for a little armchair escapism this month with the first installation of the SITE Northeast Book Club! While travel restrictions will likely keep us close to home this summer, we're spanning the globe with Eric Weiner's travel, psychology, science and humor book, "The Geography of Bliss." You can purchase the book here. Free for all to participate, just sign up and mark your calendar for our happy hour and book discussion on September 24 at 4:00 PM EDT. Please purchase, borrow or download a copy of "The Geography of Bliss: One Grump's Search for the Happiest Places in the World" by Eric Weiner on your own and start reading! |
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August 18, 2020
Summer Breakout Bash! Sessions Include: A. Keeping it real (virtually) Presented by Carol Owen and Whitney Bradley, Retreat Resources B. How to land your dream job in the current job market Presented by Suzanne McIntosh, McIntosh Human Capital Management C. The future of flying Presented by Tyler Pierce, United Airlines D. Delivering a five-star experience in a post-COVID world Presented by Barbara Cacoulidis, Rosewood Hotels & Resorts, and Mimi Hudeck, Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts E. Finding the right technical solution for your virtual event, Presented by Weijie Huang, FIRST F. How CVBs and DMOs make you look like a "rockstar" to your clients? Moderated by Raul Cavazos-Binder with: - Richard Knight, VisitScotland - Yolanda Gonzalez, Discover Puerto Rico - Stella Tsitsipatis, Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau |
CSR Partner Food Bank For New York City
As the Pandemic continues to affect our communities in devastating ways, families are now forced to turn to food banks to fulfill basic needs. If you are in the position to, please contributing to our fundraiser benefiting the Food Bank for New York City. Any amount would be appreciated and will go a long way to help those in need. |
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July 8, 2020
Returning to Events in a COVID-19 World Join us on July 8th as we discuss best practices to identify risks to attendees and staff during a meeting and what possible solutions planners can benefit from when creating a plan while navigating the new 'normal' in a COVID-19 world. |
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Tuesday, June 23, 2020
Storytime With SITE NE Calling all kids! SITE Northeast Future Young Leaders are invited for a special two-part virtual reading with author and illustrator Rashad Malik Davis! Rashad's books teach empathy, emotional literacy and intelligence, as well as diversity in children's literature in a fun and approachable way. WE SUPPORT:
Ronald McDonald House Charities® (RMHC) of the Philadelphia Region supports families of seriously ill children by creating a community of comfort and hope. 
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Wednesday, June 10, 2020
Virtual Cooking Experience: Chilaquiles Do you like enchiladas? Chilaquiles are basically the same ingredients, but with a lot less work and equally delicious! A popular meal for breakfast in Mexico, that could be enjoyed anytime during the day. We will show you how to make with both salsa "Roja" and "Verde", and how to complement this dish with cheese or meat. About your Hosts: Patricia Sahin – World Trotter, Food Enthusiast, SITE supporter! Patricia has become the ultimate “Quarantine Chef”, traveling from her kitchen to the world most fascinating Destinations. She enjoys sharing her secret home-made authentic recipes, and using creativity to offer the best possible substitutes. Along with Patricia, Adriana Aburto from Maritur will share stories about Mexican Gastronomy. Special Guest, Marsha Meyer, The Natural Mixologist, currently creating craft custom cocktails & catering to the Los Angeles, LA, San Francisco, New York, NYC, markets and beyond, has been in the beverage industry for 9 years. Her experience has spanned from being a bartender in London, to a bar program director in NYC, to consulting for major liquor brands, and teaching cocktail classes. Marsha will be showcasing a special recipe for a Margarita to pair with your Chilaquiles. |
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Virtual Education
Wednesday, May 27, 2020 Thinking About Events Short and Long Term Presented By: Lindsay Martin, Nifty Method Marketing & Events Thinking about the future is important for long term success, as it is a critical part of planning: the organization of present behavior to obtain a future goal. However, long-term planning can be stressful because relevant future events are unknown and often uncontrollable. While we can’t know what’s going to happen in the future, there are signs happening everywhere, every day. Smart leaders throughout organizations are watching the world, and trying to draw conclusions not just from what they see, but also from what they can guess. Organizations and clients are looking for that “curiosity gene”. You don’t have all the answers, but to be successful in the New Normal you must be very interested in the business, in people, and in the external environment. |
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Virtual Education
Wednesday, May 20, 2020 January 1, 2020 began as every other year; no difference at all, except there was something going on in China. So what? Suddenly it was early March, and the uneasiness became REAL. Should/Can we, postpone, cancel, downsize, or wait and do nothing? The answers then are not the answers now. Addressing these situations must now be done on a case-by-case and daily basis. Predictably unpredictable appears to be the future of our industry. Let’s take a dive into our new World! CSR Partner: Above & Beyond Foundation 
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Virtual Bootcamp Class
Wednesday, May 13, 2020 As one of the top fitness professionals in her area since 2012, Brittany has helped hundreds of people safely and effectively improve their lives through physical fitness and nutrition plans. She is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer, NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist, and Holistic Health Consultant. In 2016, she opened Body Rebuilt in Plainville, MA, a full-time fitness facility that offers three distinct types of fitness training – Personal Training, Group Fitness Classes, and Nutrition consulting. Her musically charged bootcamp classes are moderately paced, athletic, and guaranteed to leave you sweating, smiling, and tired (in a good way!) We will have a special donation initiative to Girls on the Run NYC, whose life-changing program for 8- to 13-year old girls promotes empowerment, self-respect, and healthy lifestyles by teaching life skills through lessons and running. More than 70% of the girls in the program come from low-income communities, and they rely on donations to provide scholarships and subsidy support to offer the program |
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An Opportunity for Insight
with SITE’s International Board of Directors Wednesday May 6th 2020 Please join the SITE Northeast Young Leader’s for a virtual town hall on May 6th at 3:00 PM EST. Three industry leaders who also serve on the SITE International Board will be answering YOUR questions and offering insight and perspective based on their collective experience. Speakers include:
Charity Partner: Hospitality Cares was founded in September 2009 by Michael Schneider, President of NEXT Events and the late Helen Marcus of Zenith Rugs. Hospitality Cares is a non-profit organization that targets hospitality professionals who have experienced misfortune through either a job loss or a housing/medical condition. By collecting money and volunteer time, the organization will give these worthy individuals hope for the future. Hospitality Cares has created a special coronavirus fund to help those who will have significant financial fallout due to this unprecedented virus.
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Battle of the Chapters Trivia!
Wednesday, April 29th 2020 Calling all SITE Northeast and SITE SoCal members to join a coast-to-coast battle of the chapters hosted by Play with a Purpose. Prizes awarded to top individual scorers! PLUS, the losing chapter buys the winning chapter a round during a special members only meetup during IMEX America! Dress code: - SITE SoCal members: wear white - SITE Northeast members: wear black This is a Members Only event! Registration is free for SITE Northeast and SITE SoCal members, with an option to donate to The Search Foundation, providing financial help for event, meetings, and catering professionals in crisis. https://searchfoundation.org/ |
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Virtual Interactive Game
Friday, 4/17 at 3:00 PM ET #SolvewithSITE Virtual Activity Sponsor: Join Ivan Maddock with Feet First Eventertainment for a fun and interactive virtual game! Cyber Sleuths includes all the puzzles, problem solving, and intensity of a traditional escape room (along with some trivia and other challenges for good measure)... only everyone in the group works remotely from their computers! Through video conferencing and screen sharing, each team member receives a portion of a digital puzzle or clue. Team members must compile information and work together, racing against the other teams to solve all the puzzles first! CSR: Optional donations to Nonprofit New York to support their mission to strengthen and unite New York’s nonprofits, with special focus on supporting organizations impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. 
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Virtual Yoga Class
Friday, 4/3 at 4:00 PM ET #SweatWithSITE As a yogi and teacher, Tess Koenig is passionate about guiding students in discovering their inner compass and sense of purpose. She strives to reconnect students with their deepest and best selves through a feel-good flow designed to build awareness, heightened focus, balance, openness, and peace in spirit. Her classes offer guided meditation, postural assists for optimal alignment, and in-depth instruction of breathing techniques and practices. Above all, Tess wants yogis to walk away from the mat simply feeling better in mind, body, and soul, and leaving with what they hoped to find throughout practice. Her musically-charged flow class style is moderately paced, athletic, and totally human. No experience or equipment necessary and all levels are beyond welcome! CSR: Optional donations to the Food Bank For New York City. |
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Virtual Happy Hour
Friday, 3/27 at 4:00 PM ET #SipWithSITE Join us for our first ever SITE Northeast virtual Sip with SITE! In times like these, we can all come together and bond over a glass of wine (or two). Please join us on Friday, March 27 at 4pm ET for our first virtual happy hour! Virtual Activity Sponsor: Ivan Maddock with Feet First Eventertainment is going to lead it and he might have something else up his sleeve! For the past twenty years, Feet First Eventertainment has been trusted by the top companies of America to bring their employees closer together, improving company morale and productivity. As the leading provider of team building activities for over two decades, Feet First has branched out to offer unique and creative programs virtually and nationwide! CSR Initiative: We will have a special donation initiative to The Above and Beyond Foundation that seeks to recognize and reward outstanding individuals employed in the hospitality industry by providing grants to help them attain their personal and professional goals and better their lives. |
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On February 26, 2020, SITE Northeast hosted its first event of the year – our board slate and Annual General Meeting – with 94 attendees at the Arthouse Hotel in NYC. Immediate Past President of the SITE Foundation, John Iannini, provided a fantastic update on the incentive travel industry and Ivan Maddock with Feet First Eventertainment facilitated a fun and interactive icebreaker! We raised $665 as a donation to WIRES, an organization that helps protect the native animals in Australia from the devastating fires. Thank you to our event sponsors, Business Events Australia, Arthouse Hotel, and Melia Sevilla.
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EVENTS OF 2019
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November 21, 2019
5th Annual Holiday Soiree + Silent Auction Nearly 125 hospitality professionals gathered on November 21st, 2019, to kick off the holiday season. Held at the historic Lotte New York Palace Hotel, over 50 auction items were available to bid on, including international all-inclusive trips, world class restaurant gift cards, and exclusive incentive experiences. See the full gallery of photos from the event here, courtesy of Simon Pro Photo. Catch a glimpse of the action live, with a video snapshot of the event here, courtesy of Video Vineyard. A special thank you to our generous event partners, including Eden Lane Jazz, Big Apple Florist, Simon Pro Photo, Video Vineyard, and our host hotel Lotte New York Palace Hotel. As always, our Annual Coat Drive was a tremendous success, with all donations supporting New York Cares. 110 coats were donated to help keep our New Yorker's warm this winter! Thank you to our Event Sponsors! 
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"Social Media, is it Working or Not?"
Wednesday, October 23, 2019 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM The Long Acre, NYC This engaging luncheon will offer an interactive session focusing on social media and the meeting and incentive industry. We will be sharing statistics and findings, pose specific questions pertaining to ROI, and ask you to discuss your own experiences with social media. Please join us at our annual luncheon to celebrate Fall at the Long Acre, a new midtown NYC venue, to network with our industry friends and colleagues! Questions to consider:
CMP credits will be offered for this educational luncheon session. 
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On Wednesday, August 21st from 2PM - 4PM, SITE Northeast Young Leaders hosted a Give-Back Event and teaming up with Bombas Socks to better understand the issue of street homelessness in NYC and the ways that we can help our neighbors that could use a little extra care. We'll start by creating individual bags filled with Bombas' durable socks and other goodies, such as bottled water and granola bars, while also learning about Bombas' important mission from their company representatives. We will then break into teams and hit the streets to distribute the care packages straight to those in need.
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MAY 31 - JUNE 2, 2019
SITE Unseen: Sands Casino - Discover the Lehigh Valley SITE Northeast is proud to have launched our 'SITE Unseen' series of exclusive retreat events to connect hospitality professionals and SITE members from all across the Northeast region. We invite you to apply to attend the SITE Unseen: Sands Resort & Casino Bethlehem Incentive Experience from May 31-June 2, 2019. Open to Qualified Incentive Planners only. Attendees will enjoy two-night accommodation and a fully curated program of activities meant to showcase both the dynamic area of The Lehigh Valley as well as the incentive-level experience that is Sands Resort & Casino Bethlehem. |
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 8
SITE Young Leaders take on the Yankees! Join SITE Northeast Young Leaders (35 years of age and under, or young at heart) as we savor the beautiful NYC spring weather at a baseball game at Yankee Stadium while enjoying some food and drinks on the Budweiser Party Deck. Network with industry peers while cheering on the New York Yankees versus the Seattle Mariners for what is sure to be an exciting and memorable event! Included in the event registration is access to the Budweiser Party Deck from 5:00pm to 6:30pm, where we will enjoy hot dogs, soft pretzels, beer, wine and non-alcoholic beverages. We will meet at the Hatbox at the Refinery Hotel New York at 4:00pm to distribute tickets and then take the subway over to Yankee Stadium together to experience a fun-filled night under the lights! |
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Tuesday, April 30, 2019
5:00-8:30PM Teaching, Tasting & Testing Young Leaders Event followed by, Strategic Risk Management: Keeping Your Groups Safe YOTEL Boston Join industry colleagues for a SITE Northeast Chapter educational event at the stylish YOTEL in the Seaport district! Enjoy views of the seaport from the penthouse’s rooftop terrace while networking with peers over some delicious food and drinks! Join us in learning more about risk management with International SOS and earn your CMP credits in the process. Join SITE Young Leaders just prior to the Education event for a Teaching, Tasting and Testing at YOTEL Boston! Are you 35 years or younger, or young at heart?! Join SITE Young Leaders as we will kick things off with a mixology lesson where you will learn how to make a classic and fun cocktail, with a twist! Learn how to mix things up and then compete in a blind tasting contest with the YOTEL’s master mixologist who will judge which team will take home the grand prize. Next, you will then take part in an a la minute cooking lesson of preparing salsa, guacamole and frying chips - mis en place of all ingredients on table with food processor and small fryer from the YOTEL’s fabulous Chef de Cuisine! |
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THURSDAY, APRIL 4, 2019
Convene - 730 3rd Avenue NYC Overview presented by Executive Director of ECPAT followed by a panel of our industry’s corporate leaders sharing stories of how they got involved, what their associates are doing, and how you can join the effort. We will also hear from survivor Shanifa Bennett with her incredible story. Learner Outcomes Understand the scope of the issue Recognize the signs of human trafficking Know how to report suspected trafficking What you can do within your company and in your own travels to combat this global issue Complete an activity that will benefit a local organization Speakers Carol Smolenski – Executive Director, ECPAT David Peckinpaugh – President, Maritz Global Events Robin Carter - Atlas Travel & Technology Group, Inc. Jessica Schultz - Senior Manager of Community Engagement, Hyatt Shanifa Bennett - Survivor |
MPIGNY, PCMA and SITE Northeast Present
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Join industry colleagues at our first SITE Northeast Young Leaders event of the year at the stylish Refinery Rooftop! If you are 35 and under, or young at heart, come enjoy fabulous city views while networking with peers over some delicious food and drinks!
Tuesday, February 26, 2019 6:00-8:00PM Refinery Hotel New York Rooftop 63 West 38th Street New York, NY 10018 *Rain, snow or shine, as the rooftop is enclosed! Member Price: $25 Non-Member Price: $45
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JANUARY 24, 2019
What Keeps Meeting Planners Up at Night? In 2012 Development Counsellors International (DCI) set out to provide destination marketers with best practices for attracting business events from the "customers" of the meeting industry: meeting planners. This comprehensive study was the first of its kind when it debuted six years ago. Now in its third edition, it has evolved just as much as the meetings and incentives industry over the last six years. Today the business events industry faces potential new challenges that can cause contradictions to strong growth, and with this in mind we have created an event that will give us more insight into "What Keeps Meeting Planners Up at Night". Join us for a candid discussion on top stresses experienced by meeting planners and ways in which we can overcome the challenges they bring. If you are a meeting planner come and share your own story with us. Event Special! Complimentary Headshots will be available at the event, courtesy of Simon Pro Photo! |
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EVENTS OF 2018
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OCTOBER 25-28, 2018
SITE Unseen: Canada's Banff & Lake Louise Fairmont Banff Springs & Fairmont Lake Louise Nestled in the Canadian Rockies, in one of the country’s most renowned national parks, you will find an absolute treasure: the destinations of Banff and Lake Louise. Here guests enjoyed overnight accommodation at the Fairmont Banff Springs and Fairmont Lake Louise. Few hotels in the world can rival the majesty, hospitality and scenery of this symbol of Rocky Mountain magnificence. Styled after a Scottish baronial castle, Fairmont Banff Springs offers stunning vistas, championship golf courses, unparalleled skiing, modern cuisine and a world-class, European-style spa - as well as Canada’s most diverse and extensive resort meeting facilities. Add in sumptuous dining options and the rejuvenating experience of their full-service spa, and you’ll find a perfect balance of timeless elegance in the rugged Canadian wilderness. |
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TUESDAY, AUGUST 28, 2018
SITE Northeast USA Summer Pop-Up Event Contra Studios, New York City Drones are all the rage – have you considered using drones for your events? Come learn about very specialized (indoor drones) that bring the entertainment sizzle and wow factor that blow away your audience. SITE Members joined together for a very special pop-up educational event at Contra Studios on Tuesday, August 28th. SITE Northeast USA members as well as our expert speaker Raffaello D'Andrea, Founder of Verity Studios, shared how they enhance their clients' events with amazing Lucie micro drones – that bring the kind of live performance you usually only see on television. Guests learned how your company can add an immersive drone show to your future offerings and get answers to any questions you have about indoor drone entertainment. There were tasty appetizers, great networking, and a dynamic interactive drone display. See a sneak peak here! |
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THURSDAY, JULY 12, 2018
SITE Young Leaders Take on the Empire State Building STATE Grill and Bar, New York City SITE Northeast Young Leaders joined together this July to take on the Empire State Building! The evening kicked off at STATE Grill and Bar on the ground floor where a friendly game-night ensued. Following, attendees experienced a VIP tour of the back-of-house operations of the Empire State Building before concluding with breathtaking views 86 floors above New York City. |
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APRIL 22-23, 2018
SITE UNSEEN: THE NORTH FORK, LONG ISLAND Greenport, NY Ideally situated on a private beach overlooking the Long Island Sound, our SITE Unseen at the newly renovated Sound View Greenport will transport you back to a time of simple pleasures: sun and surf just steps away, fresh food flavored by the salt air, and panoramic sunsets over breaking waves. Located less than 100 miles from New York City on the North Fork of Long Island, attendees experienced this idyllic 55 room property evoking the timeless spirit of a classic seaside resort. Every room opens directly onto a waterfront deck, where you can enjoy one of our renowned local wines while taking in the sunset. The property boasts over 5,000 sq. ft. of event space offering natural light and sweeping views of the Long Island Sound Following a welcome lunch & property tour of the Sound View Greenport (renovated summer 2017), a curated afternoon of activities showcased the diversity and incentive offerings of the North Fork of Long Island. The day concluded over a specially designed dinner at The Halyard Restaurant, helmed by James Beard award winning chef Galen Zamarra and featuring inventive takes on classic dishes using the freshest local ingredients. The North Fork is within a short drive of multiple historic villages & shops, several award-winning vineyards, local farms offering freshly picked delights, and 5-star dining experiences, all coming together to create your next ideal incentive destination. |
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April 12, 2018
Global Meetings Industry Day SITE Northeast USA was proud to support Global Meetings Industry Day through various events happening across the Northeast during the week of April 9 through 13th, 2018, including events in New York and Philadelphia, PA. |
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Tuesday, March 20, 2018
'HOTEL COMMISSIONS: What's the Future? Boston Park Plaza Jan. 24, 2018, marked a turning point for the meetings industry, with Marriott’s announcement that commissions paid to third parties would be reduced from 10 to 7 percent. That action sparked strong reactions from planners and suppliers, who are grappling to answer some looming questions about the future of our business: Is the commission model dead (or dying)? Are current revenue models fundamentally flawed? What will this change mean for corporate meetings departments? Will other hotels follow suit — or up the ante to win market share? And is 7 percent commission just an interim step on the road to zero? Hospitality Professionals joined the discussion at SITE Northeast’s meeting in Boston as Moderator Loren Edelstein, Editor in Chief of Meetings & Conventions, presented new and exclusive research on the industry’s reaction, and led an insightful Q&A with renowned legal expert Jonathan Howe; independent planner David Landgraf, who spent the previous 11 years managing global conferences for Blackstone before launching his business this past January; and Hotel industry leader and Past SITE NE President, Matt Davis with Omni will represent the Hotel perspective. Attendees joined the conversation, too, while the moderator ensured that it remained a “civil discourse.” Topics Covered: • How the meetings industry is reacting to this news • The immediate and longer-term impact on planners and suppliers • How the commission model is structured — and why it might be time for change • Specific actions independent and corporate planners can take to offset lost income and better position their businesses for profitability A copy of the Presentation can be found HERE |
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Sunday, February 25, 2018
'ECPAT CARE-PACKING SESSION' 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge 75 event professionals joined SITE Northeast Chapter on Sunday, 25th February for a care-packing session in conjunction with SMU International/Northstar Travel Group to support ECPAT (www.ecpatusa.org), by providing much needed toiletry supplies and materials for child survivors of sexual exploitation as well as to magnify and promote ECPAT and its mission. The activity kicked-off with a networking welcome followed by gathering and arranging all donations to create our care packages, included hand-written cards of encouragements to victims. See more Event Coverage here: Successful Meetings: SITE Northeast Announces SITE-Wide Challenge Thanks to our Event Partners:
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Thursday, January 25, 2018
A Night on Broadway! Carmine's Italian Restaurant + Jersey Boys On Thursday, January 25th, over 70+ incentive travel professionals convened at the iconic Carmine's Italian Restaurant in the heart of Times Square in New York City. This was the inaugural event in 2018 by SITE Northeast that featured an in-depth look into the SITE Index, powered by the SITE Foundation and presented by the foundations' president, John Iannini, CTC, CIS. John pinpointed the key elements driving the incentive travel industry and gave attendees an insight as to what to expect for 2018. Attendees were also introduced to the new 2018 SITE Northeast Board Slate, with a turnover of presidency from Dominique Lahens, CMP to Greg Byrnes, CIS. The full board slate, now comprised of 14 key Members in the incentive travel community, are ready to take on 2018! Thanks to the evening's other key sponsor, On and Off Broadway, the group was treated to an exclusive "meet and greet" by the cast of Jersey Boys! This was such a hit that surprised the group before everyone walked up to the theater for the 7pm curtain call. It was a great way to kick off the 2018 year- see the calendar below for news and updates on our upcoming programs! |
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EVENTS OF 2017
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November 25, 2017
3rd Annual Holiday Soiree + Silent Auction The Standard, High Line NYC 100 industry professionals joined us for our 3rd Annual Holiday Soiree + Silent Auction (and Coat Drive!), hosted at The Standard, High Line. With 40 auction items, a live band, digital portrait artist, scrumptious cuisine and an unforgettable backdrop, this was an event for the books. With your help, we were able to collect over 150 donated coats for the 29th Annual New York Cares Coat Drive! Your donations are among the 125,000 total coats collected and will be distributed to the nearly 60,000 New Yorker's without permanent homes. Thanks to our Sponsors:
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October 20-22, 2017
SITE Unseen: The Sagamore Resort Lake George, NY Qualified Incentive Planners enjoyed a Two Night hosted experience alongside leading industry professionals at The Sagamore, a AAA Four-Diamond Resort located in the heart of the Adirondacks at Lake George. With more than 20 beautiful lakes, countless outdoor activities and dozens of exciting attractions, the Lake George area was the perfect incentive paradise. Our guests were able to experience first-hand the Historic Main Hotel and the sleek Adirondack style of the lodges along the shoreline of the island that offers luxury accommodations, extraordinary dining, superb fitness and spa facilities and a host of opportunities to enjoy the incredible beauty of the Adirondacks. 
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September 25, 2017
Lunch & Learn: Turning Data into Knowledge The London NYC The Fall season kicked off with a SITE Lunch & Learn program, presented by Patrick Rush, Director for American Express Meetings & Events. In this session we transformed data into knowledge utilizing the American Express Annual Meetings Forecast Report and guests leave with REAL INFORMATION that they could use to elevate their next event. In support of our community, the event supported the Food Bank For NYC through donations to their virtual food drive. Representatives from Food Bank For NYC were onsite accepting donations and hundreds of dollars were raised to support our local charity.
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August 17, 2017
Trivia Nite with SITE Young Leaders Atlantic Social, Brooklyn NY Join Young Leaders in the Hospitality & Incentive Industry for a night of event-themed trivia & fun! SITE Northeast USA Young Leaders chapter is hosting a Trivia Night at Atlantic Social, Brooklyn's newest restaurant, offering an eclectic menu of new American classics from celebrity chef Dale Talde. Bring your A-Game to our rapid fire trivia game challenge where you can prove your hospitality knowledge and meeting planning prowess. You aren't called a Young Leader for nothin'! Cocktails & hors d'oeuvres will be served, along with prizes for the winning Trivia team. Located directly across from the Barclays Center in Fort Greene, Brooklyn |
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June 22-24, 2017
SITE Unseen: Crystal Springs Resort Hamburg, NJ Incentive Planners from across the Northeast USA joined together for a Two Night hosted experience alongside leading industry professionals at Grand Cascades Lodge at Crystal Springs Resort, nestled in the heart of the Garden State's picturesque northwest. The program began on Thursday, June 22nd with a welcome reception and tour of The Wine Cellar, home to The Wine Cellar’s 15-million-dollar wine collection. Dinner in The Bordeaux Room followed, which featured dishes paired with wines hand-selected by the sommelier. The next morning, following a deluxe breakfast, the group headed out to one of the resort’s five golf courses for a friendly competition of FootGolf! Beer carts were a-plenty as teams kicked their way across the picturesque fairways. A farm-to-table lunch was served in the Chef’s Garden, surrounded by a huge variety of herbs, vegetables and flowers as well as an open kitchen with a wood burning fire pit. An afternoon of optional activities led guests around the resort and included indulging at the Reflections Spa, touring Minerals Resort & Spa, Clay & Oak shooting range, and the Mountain Top Activity Center. Not to be outdone, the final evening concluded with a private cocktail reception in the hidden “Cigar Bar” and dinner in the Chestnut Room, featuring two fireplaces and an outdoor balcony overlooking the grounds and surrounding mountains. 
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Tuesday, May 9, 2017
Education Reception at Fenway Park Boston, MA SITE Northeast USA members joined for an evening of invaluable networking and education [and a few cocktails!] at one of Boston's most iconic venues, Fenway Park. Guest Speaker Catherine Chaulet, President of Global DMC Partners, gave an impactful presentation about emergency preparedness for meeting professionals and highlighted the important pieces of any crisis management plan and safety measures that should be included on all programs, no matter the destination. Thanks to our sponsors: 
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Thursday, April 6, 2017
Global Meetings Industry Day! Philadelphia, PA Business meetings and events play a critical role in connecting people and driving positive business results. Join us on Global Meetings Industry Day, as we get together to learn what global business events mean to you. From legacy projects to security at face-to-face events and trending topics, we will get together to discuss the future and celebrate our industry! Speakers included: Julie Coker Graham, President & CEO, Philadelphia CVB Michel Couturier, CDME, Managing Partner, Marketing Challenges International Phelps R. Hope, CMP, Senior Vice President, Meetings & Expositions, Kellen Company Jonathan Wackrow, Executive Director, RANE | Risk Assistance Network and Exchange |
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March 9-10, 2017
CIS Certified Incentive Specialist New York City SITE Northeast USA and Northstar Meetings Group sponsored the Certified Incentive Specialist (CIS) training recently held in New York City. Twenty-two incentive travel professionals from 6 countries earned their CIS credential. Since the program’s inception, nearly 1000 people from around the globe have become CIS certified. |
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January 25, 2017
EDUCATION EVENT + 2017 BOARD SLATE 3 West Club, New York City While we remain hopeful about the year ahead, there are many unknowns about the changes yet to come that will impact each of us both personally and professionally. No matter what your politics may be the world will be a different place in the coming months and years and we must prepare ourselves for all potential challenges. To assure success in the future our speaker, Coach Paul Assaiante shared his insights from his amazing stories as the Men’s Squash Team coach at Trinity College where he reigns as the “Winningest coach in college sports history” winner of 15 NCAA Championship titles. Coach Paul’s core belief is the need to embrace fear in order to remove obstacles blocking success. Based on his book “Run to the Roar”: Coaching to overcome Fear, Coach encouraged us to free ourselves from the chains of fear, so success and the joy of the journey can be realized. Cindy D'Aoust, CLIA, also presented a brief yet impactful overview on Cruise Trends and Relations to Incentive Travel. Cindy is President and CEO of Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA). In this role, she oversees the management of global operations and the CLIA leadership teams. Cindy joined CLIA as Executive Vice President of Membership and Operations in December 2014, and has successfully built teams and structures to enhance CLIA's member services, as well as launched management systems to create efficiencies and more seamless member experiences! |
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EVENTS OF 2016
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December 15-17, 2016
SITE UNSEEN: Nemacolin Woodlands Resort Farmington, PA 20 hospitality professionals attended our SITE UNSEEN Retreat at Nemacolin Woodlands Resort & Spa, a five star luxury destination resort set on 2,000 wooded acres in the Laurel Highlands in western Pennsylvania. The experience began with a welcome reception at Arden Estates, a private home nestled among wooded acreage overlooking the Pennsylvania Laurel Highlands. Here incentive professionals networked, explored the history and inclusions of the luxury resort, and learned how SITE Northeast can provide you with the tools needed to enhance your next incentive program. The following morning the group explored the Adventure Center at the Resort, including the Jeep off-road driving academy and exploration of their Wildlife Academy. A SITE Northeast closing reception & dinner was held at the exclusive Falling Rock boutique hotel on the grounds of the resort. 
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December 5, 2016
MEMBER APPRECIATION EVENT WITH THE JETS New York Jets at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey This December, SITE Northeast USA gave thanks to YOU as a dedicated chapter member for 2016. SITE Northeast Members gathered for exclusive access to their luxury Hospitality Suite as the New York Jets took on the Indianapolis Colts at MetLife Stadium! The in-suite experience gave members more than just a place to watch the game. It's was also an opportunity to strengthen existing relationships with Members as well as create new business opportunities with Jets Partnership executives. Thank you for your Member Support in 2016! Thanks to our Event Sponsor: 
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November 30, 2016
HOLIDAY SOIREE & COAT DRIVE The India House, NYC Thank you for attending our annual Holiday Soiree & Coat Drive, in partnership with New York Cares! We all know what it's like to be cold, but most of us experience it in short spurts, like on the walk to work from the subway or while at a New York Giants game in December. Now, think of that last time you were really freezing, the chill seeping right down to your bones. And then imagine having no respite, no hope of getting warm anytime soon. We run the Coat Drive because we want to ensure every New Yorker has the opportunity to stay warm, healthy and safe over the winter. |
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October 27, 2016
HALLOWEEN BASH! The Langham, Boston On behalf of the SITE Northeast USA board, thank you for joining us for our Halloween Bash at The Langham in Boston! We appreciate your engaged and energetic participation with Wildgoose Events Scavenger Hunt to uncover the hidden haunts of the Hotel. Thank you to our venue host The Langham Boston, who offered a unique blend of historic charm and urban sophistication right in the heart of the city. Thank you also to Barbara Scofidio, Editor at Prevue Magazine, who brought us into the minds of planners & hoteliers with brand new survey data by the Incentive Research Foundation. Finally, a special bravo to DPI Events who transported us to the colonial days of the Salem Witch Trials. Don't forget to take a look at your 'head' shots! Photo Link
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September 28, 2016
USE YOUR SENSES! Fig & Olive Meatpacking, NYC 70 incentive professionals gathered this September for an educational experience learning how our five senses are at the frontier of incentive design. Dianne Devitt, creator of SenseUp training, showed how this concept pertained to our incentives, and how to immediately apply new touches to influence our own events. Barbara Scofidio, Editor at Prevue Magazine, also presented a snapshot of a just-released survey by the Incentive Research Foundation (IRF) showing where hotel and planner expectations converge and where they differ. The afternoon concluded with a plated luncheon, where our tastebuds were transported to the Mediterranean Riviera, with a menu centered around olive oils and ingredients carefully selected for their genuine taste and seasonality. Thank you to all that attended! Please view our 2016 Calendar for all Upcoming Events |
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July 26, 2016
Young Leaders: A Taste of Brooklyn Foodie Tour Brooklyn, NYC It's a Meet and Match Up! SITE Young Leaders is proud to offer a mentor-mentee matchup during our Taste of Brooklyn outing! Food-inspired challenges will be presented along the way for you to work in teams to solve! Wrap up the evening with your colleagues at Brooklyn Winery, a boutique urban winery set in the heart of Williamsburg. Get creative - the team with the most unique foodie photo will win locally-crafted wine from Brooklyn Winery! |
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June 23, 2016
SITE Summer Soiree & Pop Up Art Gallery Jersey City, NJ Over 75 hospitality professionals from across the Northeast celebrated the first week of summer at the much anticipated SITE Summer Soiree! To commemorate the arrival of summer, SITE partnered with the WYSO® Foundation to showcase the artwork of local Northeast artists Frank & Michael Wysochansky to give recognition to the talents of self-taught artistic savants. Attendees explored our Pop-Up Art Gallery filled with colorful original and reproduction WYSO® prints - all available for purchase starting at just $20! All of the proceeds from the Pop-Up Gallery go directly to supporting the ongoing preservation, restoration and education of works in the Foundation's care. Thanks for all who came out to mingle with SITE and enjoy live entertainment, delectably crafted bites, one-of-a-kind artwork, and an unforgettable view of the Manhattan skyline from the terrace at Maritime Parc, perfectly situated along the Hudson River in Jersey City, NJ! |
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June 2, 2016
NORTH x NORTHEAST: A CROSS BORDER CONNECTION Niagara Falls, Canada In honour of our Sister Chapter partnership, SITE Canada and SITE Northeast are co-hosting a cross border event in celebration! Join us and our Canadian friends on June 2nd from 6:00pm to 8:45pm for a networking reception and dinner on the Canadian side of Niagara Falls and finish the evening with a spectacular cruise aboard the Hornblower along the Niagara River - our mutually shared waterway. HOSTED BUYER PROGRAM
20 hospitality professionals joined SITE Canada and SITE Northeast for a curated snapshot of Niagara. The hosted buyer itinerary brought guests behind the scenes and into the heart of where our border connects. Rediscover Niagara, Canada with us - a true meeting and incentive destination! Please contact krista@bluenestevents.com for more information on our 2017 hosted buyer events! |
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April 13, 2016
Innovative Thinking for Incentive Professionals: Techniques, Tips & Tactics Borrowed from Improv Theater Presented by Bob Korin & Izzy Gesell M.Ed, CSP Incentive industry professionals need to be nimble, attentive, confident and creative these days in order to personally thrive while positively relating to others. The same is true of Improv Theater performers. In fact, the skills that make improvisers so successful are the same ones that make us non-performers successful, both personally and professionally. In this entertaining, informative and immediately applicable program we’ll go behind the curtain and into the mindset of improvisers and leave with ways to be more confident, spontaneous, and balanced people. |
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April 2016
Sip with SITE: Member-Only Exclusive Event 20 meeting & incentive professionals joined SITE Northeast for our hosted buyer 'Sip with SITE' event at Saybrook Point Inn & Spa in Old Saybrook, CT! The evening began with a welcome cocktail reception at Saybrook's Guest Houses, Three Stories and Tall Tales, two renovated Italianate homes complete with private gardens, rooftop fire pits, billiards room, and stunning views from the wrap-around porch. Following the cocktail reception, a sumptuous wine-paired dinner featuring locally sourced ingredients was served. We listened to the smooth jazz sounds of Acute Inflections while taking in the breathtaking views of the Long Island Sound, the warmth of the outdoor fire pit and vibrant flavors of regional fare from the sea and land. Guests also enjoyed a visit Sanno Spa featuring 11 treatment rooms; the Health Club, equipped with steam room, sauna, indoor & outdoor pools and sun decks; and the beautiful Saybrook Point Marina, filled with yachts going in and out along the Connecticut River. Thanks to our Sponsors:
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March 2016
Young Leaders Scavenger Hunt: Discover the New Downtown Your mission? To discover the new Downtown. If you think you know all there is to know about Manhattan's Financial District, you're in for a challenge. Dip, duck, dodge and dive your way around the cobblestone streets of FiDi as you work in teams to solve tasks sent to you stealth-mode on your smart phones, courtesy of CityHunt. Reception kicks off promptly at 5:30pm at the newly renovated Penthouse at Gild Hall, A Thompson Hotel. Teams will be formed. Bonds will be made. Make your way back to our closing reception at Convene Old Slip by the time deadline, or be prepared to face the consequences (okay, a little dramatic, but you get the point)! This event will once again sell out, so REGISTER EARLY! *Young Leaders and Developing Professionals in the industry are encouraged to attend!* |
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February 2016
CSR Trivial Pursuit: Culinary Education Edition SITE Northeast USA thanks all those who joined us during SMU International for a CSR Culinary Education event! Nearly 100 meeting and incentive professionals attended the event on February 20th in New York City. Teams worked together to answer Trivial Pursuit questions which ultimately awarded them with the tools needed to create complete culinary knife & prep sets! Through the support of our sponsors, Switzerland Convention & Incentive Bureau and Northstar Meetings Group, guests were able to assemble 25 culinary kits that will be awarded to scholarship winners from C-CAP (Careers through Culinary Arts Program), a national non profit that works with public schools to prepare underserved high school students for college and career opportunities in the restaurant & hospitality industry. View the event web gallery, courtesy of Fifth Avenue Digital: VIEW PHOTOS FROM THE EVENT |
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January 2016
Keep the Glamour, add the Giving: Change the World One Program at a Time
Over 55 incentive and meeting professionals joined SITE New York for our first education series of the year, held on January 14th at Langham Place, Fifth Avenue. Keynote speaker Lori Martin, President & Owner of Performance Improvement Incentives, led a Ted-Talk presentation on how to create Philanthropic & Inspiring Experiences (PIE). Guests learned how to incorporate CSR into eetings that is a triple win for the cause, the participants, and the corporation's brand. Give Back & Get Back: Round Table Topics Following the keynote, attendees broke out into industry driven table topics where they were encouraged to Give Back and Get Back. Topics included:
Our 2016 Board Slate was also announced, along with the Winner of our December 'Education Topic Challenge' - Edie Leibman with LPC Consulting, who received a one year Complimentary membership to SITE, courtesy of United Airlines! |
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November 2015
A HOLIDAY SOIREE OF THE SENSES SITE New York Chapter thanks all those who joined us for the Holiday Soiree this past week. Over 75 meeting and incentive professionals joined to kick off the holiday season while networking with industry peers at the stunning Lotte New York Palace Hotel. Guests indulged in sumptuous culinary creations and enjoyed the live jazz sounds of Acute Inflection. Our Prinstagram photo station was a huge hit - thanks to our partner Fifth Avenue Digital! As part of our commitment to the local community, the SITE Coat Drive proudly gathered over 100 winter coats for donation to New York Cares. Thank you to all for your support and donations! |
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October 2015
SIP WITH SITE AT SHAWNEE INN SITE NY Metro Chapter dove into fall with an exclusive experience at the majestic Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort in the heart of the Pocono Mountains, PA. The evening kicked off with a Pumpkin Carving activity around the campfire. Attendees sipped spiked cider and noshed on Smores as they learned the history of the Resort. Guests also took a golf-cart tour of Shawnee Island, their on-property Garden, and visited the resident Eagle Nest and Glamping campsite. Next, guests experienced a private tour of their onsite Shawnee Craft Brewery and enjoyed a 4-course dinner paired with property-brewed ShawneeCraft beers. Live entertainment by the Pocono Duo kept everyone moving between courses! See our full web gallery HERE |
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September 2015
SITE YOUNG LEADERS TAKE ON CITIFIELD SITE New York Young (and Young at Heart) Leaders joined together for a spectacular evening to close out summer in style. Starting off with a mingling reception at Southwest Porch in Bryant Park, the team braved rush hour to subway over to CitiField to see the Mets take names against the Phillies. The Young Leaders received fantastic field seats just off first base, enjoying great networking, cuisine and the occasional fly ball! |
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July 2015
CERTIFIED INCENTIVE SPECIALIST (CIS) SITE New York is proud to be one of the leading chapters to assist with the Certified Incentive Specialist (CiS) certificate, which is an entry level certification program from SITE Global. This past weekend the chapter hosted it's 2nd installment of the series, with 20 participants earning their CiS diploma. Individuals dove into the fundamentals of incentives, the origins of incentive programs and incentive travel, the value chain, and the value proposition of motivational programs and non-cash awards. With industry experience ranging from 5 to 30+ years, participants also dissected the composition of the market, the makings of a program and a program budget, industry tools and platforms and other valuable information. CIS is designed for SITE members and non-members alike in the knowledge that SITE serves as a source of expertise, knowledge and personal connections that will catapult and sustain professional growth, and help build the value of extraordinary motivational experiences worldwide. Congratulations to the CiS graduates! |
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July 2015
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June 2015
PHILHARMONIC IN CENTRAL PARK SITE Young Leaders New York celebrated the beginning of summer with the New York Philharmonic in Central Park! The evening began with a private cocktail reception at The Wright at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, followed by an evening under the stars with the New York Philharmonic in Central Park. Site Young Leaders joined in the VIP lawn section and relaxed out under the stars for a picnic dinner with wine, fabulous music, and ending with an amazing fireworks show. See the Full Photo Gallery See the event write-up in the International Meetings Review! |
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May 2015
#LIKEAVIKING WITH VISITDENMARK SITE NY Metro in partnership with VisitDenmark hosted an evening of networking, fun prizes, and culinary delights. Guests took their photo with a real Viking, sampled authentic Danish micro-brews from Evil Twin, and tasted amazing culinary creations by The Copenhagen. The highlights included a Grand Prize of a bicycle to the winner of the social media challenge #LikeAViking, and all were able to learn about the MINDblowing things that Denmark has to offer meetings & incentive groups. See all of the event photos here: PHOTOS Event Sponsored By:
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May 2015
EXCLUSIVE NETWORKING EVENT + PLANNER FAM SITE NY Metro Chapter partnered with the esteemed Ocean House Resort for a 'Sip with SITE' networking reception & dinner . Qualified Planners were invited to experience the Ocean House further with a complimentary overnight stay on and site inspections of Ocean House and sister property Weekapaug Inn. Perched high on the bluffs of Watch Hill, Rhode Island, the Ocean House is an iconic New England seaside resort. It is also the only property to become a triple Five-Star hotel in 2015, making it the 10th hotel in the world and one of only five hotels in the United States to receive this rare distinction. |
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April 2015
MAKE THE CONNECTION SITE NY Metro & MPI Greater New York Chapters teamed up to celebrate the first North American Meetings Industry Day (NAMID) with a collaborative effort to Make the Connection. This educational session was full of both inspirational stories and practical & actionable tips on how being a connector can transform your personal and professional life. Whether you are new to business networking or are looking for tips to up your game, this session left guests with desire to help others achieve their goals and provided them with the steps on how to do it. 
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April 2015
CAN-opoly CSR Event Together, we CAN make a difference! Hunger is a GLOBAL issue, where one billion people around the world do not have enough to eat. Hunger hits home as well, where America has seen a rise of 43% in hunger over the last 5 years. The outcome of this 90-minute program created awareness of food insecurity and worked to fight local hunger...while being creative, competitive, and having fun! Facilitated by our partners at Impact 4 Good, teams worked together to take part in a “human board game” in order to earn food items that were ultimately used to build a CAN-structure. Each $25 individual donation bought 15 cans of food which was donated to the St. Francis Food Pantries & Shelters. |
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March 2015
SITE Young Leaders SoHo Scavenger Hunt! Over 30 young and “young at heart" professionals came together to participate in SITE Young Leaders’ inaugural event of the year, an exclusive SoHo Scavenger Hunt sponsored and completely customized by cityHUNT. The evening kicked off with a reception at The Library at Trump SoHo, featuring delicious appetizers and beverages from Koi. Young Leaders were split into teams and then competed in a series of clues, challenges and picture tasks via smart phone throughout the picturesque streets of SoHo. Team bonding was in full effect with tasks ranging from local landmark selfies, recording a team cheer, serenading a stranger on bended knee and extremely creative “planking.” Finally, Houston Hall sponsored a nail biting awards reception in the private Red Room, providing craft brews and bar bites while the winning teams were revealed. Photos and videos recapping this infamous evening can be found at http://app.cityhunt.org/games/stream/788 Password: leaders |
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March 2015
An Evening of Fire & Ice |
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January 2015
Flavors of Monaco + Board Inauguration Last week, more than 50 MICE professionals gathered at the offices of the Monaco Government Tourist Organization and Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer to attend the Board Inauguration of the 2015 slate for the SITE New York chapter with the theme, ‘Flavors of Monaco’. The event was ‘flavored’ by the partnership of Oliviers & Co, with exclusive olive oil and balsamic tastings highlighting their products from the South of France. Well-known around the world, production of olive oil in the region accounts for more than two-thirds of that of the whole Monaco & France. The evening was filled with partner networking as discussion surrounded an optimistic viewpoint of an increase in RFPs, higher room rates, increased revenue from hotel rooms and the overall demand in travel. The Monaco Tourist Office also provided an unveiling of the recently released Peter Greenberg 360 featuring Monaco and was thrilled to share in this achievement with fellow DMC sponsors AlliedPRA & Lafayette Travel Monaco. |
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events of 2014
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November 2014
Chocolate Workshop with Visit Flanders In an exclusive client event in partnership with Site NY Metro, Visit Flanders hosted their own Belgian Chocolate Workshop at the famous Neuhaus Chocolate Shop on Madison Avenue. Guests took a royal journey through the history of chocolates and delicacies while sipping on fine wines. It was a sweet evening as guests networked among chocolate stations, and even had their hand in making their own deluxe chocolate masterpieces! The evening ended with fabulous chocolate giveaways and luxurious gifts sponsored by Visit Flanders. |
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October 2014
'Sip with Site' at the Sagamore Over 25 incentive planners joined Site NY Metro for an exclusive networking event at Ocean Properties Ltd., Hotels & Resorts majestic Sagamore Resort on Lake George in the heart of New York's Adirondack Mountains. Privately situated on Bolton Landing, this Four Diamond Luxury retreat offers a true Incentive Destination just 3.5 hours from New York City. Guests 'Sipped with Site' in a relaxed atmosphere full of networking & idea sharing while enjoying award winning culinary artistry and beverages provided by The Sagamore Resort (part of Ocean Properties 4 Diamond OPAL Collection) Many attendees checked in early to enjoy a scenic hike around the landing, take a dip at the indoor pool, use the fitness center, award winning spa, or blow off some steam in the indoor Rec Center playing Ping-Pong, Mini-Golf, Whiffle Ball, Basketball, or hit our Electronic Game Station. |
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September 2014
Employee Engagement In our interactive session, guests gained an understanding of how top-level decision makers engage their Employees through Incentives, Recognition and Rewards. We learned how Engagement Strategies connect Employees and how it effects their organization and its customers. The event was facilitated by Bob Korin, VP Education SITE NY, and subject matter expert Susan Adams, Director of Engagement for Dittman Incentive Marketing. Each attendee utilized an Eventpad sponsored iPad which posed interactive questions, polls and surveys throughout the presentation and gave immediate results to engage our discussion. Attendees saw responses from their industry peers and asked their own questions in real time on the big screen! |
Thanks to our Sponsors:
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August 2014
CIS Certified Incentive Specialist Program The CIS, Certified Incentive Specialist, is an entry level certification program from Site Global designed for Site members and non-members alike. Held at the esteemed Carlyle Hotel in New York City, attendees learned the fundamentals of incentives, the origins of incentive programs and incentive travel, the value chain, the value proposition of motivational programs and non-cash awards, the composition of the market, the makings of a program and a program budget, industry tools and platforms and other valuable information. CIS provided attendees with elements to reach higher standards of education and industry best practice. |
Thanks to our Sponsors:
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May 2014
Sip with Site... On a Wine Tasting Flight! Located in a landmark building in the famed Rittenhouse Square neighborhood, The Latham Hotel is home to one of the most distinctive restaurants in Philadelphia: Urban Enoteca. This chic neighborhood restaurant hosted our first 'Sip with Site' event. Guests got to nosh and network with Urban Enoteca’s Italian-inspired small plates and antipasti which were perfectly designed for sharing. The highlight of the night was an exclusive wine tasting class with a sampling of 5 different wines! |
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May 2014
Site Young Leaders take on the Subway Series! Over 30 Site New York Young Leaders gathered for a night under the lights at Citifield! On May 25th, Site members networked with industry peers while cheering on their favorite hometown team. In the biggest rivalry in New York City, the Yankees took on the Mets at the annual Subway Series - it was a fight to the end! |
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April 2014
'Cooking Up New Ideas' with Site Over 50 attendees joined Site NY Metro for an exciting night of MINDblowing fun and education at Aamanns Restaurant in Tribeca. During this SOLD OUT interactive workshop guests ate and drank like a Viking and gained experience on the cutting edge "Meetovation" concept: A unique, interactive program that delivers better, more fun and creative events for your customers using the Meetovation principles. The night was full of creative hands-on cooking, great networking, and imaginative learning! |
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April 2014
New York Cares Community Service Day NEW YORK CARES COMMUNITY SERVICE DAY New York Cares is now the city's largest volunteer management organization, running volunteer programs for 1,300 nonprofits, city agencies, and public schools. SITE NY is happy to announce the ongoing partnership and the opportunity to take part in New York City's biggest spring-cleaning event by joining more than 4,000 volunteers as we get our hands dirty in parks, community gardens and public spaces throughout the city. Members and Non Members alike joined the SITE NY Chapter to give back to the community. SITE NY's ongoing partnership with New York Cares allowed us to take part in New York City's biggest spring-cleaning event by joining more than 4,000 volunteers as we got our hands dirty at Riverside Park. The day was fun and energized and we got to help clean up our city parks! |
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February 2014
State of the Incentive Industry... NOW Guests joined Site NY Metro for an exclusive educational session on the state of the incentive industry... Who’s Buying? Who’s Selling? And Where does the Participant Fit In? As a leading expert in the field of Incentive Travel and Employee Motivation, Dr. Scott Jeffrey of Monmouth University shared research highlights and trends from the 2013 annual SITE “Purchasing Motivational Travel” as well as key findings from recent research on Incentive Travel from the participant’s point of view. See his presentation here: 
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events of 2013
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November 2013
Giving Thanks with Site NY Metro Our Giving thanks with Site NY Metro event brought together colleagues throughout the incentive and travel industry for a night of networking and noshing on Pre-Thanksgiving treats including Turkey Sliders and Squash & Goat Cheese Flatbread, paired with a delectable Pumpkin Spice cocktail and a great selection of wines. The event was held at Bar Nana, a brand new event space located on Gansevoort Street in the Meatpacking District, whose eclectic design is perfectly suited for private events. |
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August 2013
GMITE Meets: Site NY Metro GMITE Meets: Site NY Metro united East Coast meeting, event and incentive travel planners with global suppliers at the pulse of worldwide collaboration- New York City. Hosted by Site NY Metro, Laila Pawlak, founder of the network organization DARE2 located in Copenhagen, spearheaded the education session at the GMITE Meets event during which she educated attendees on LEGO Serious Play. This initiative uses the classic children’s building blocks to help teams work together and to encourage individual expression in a physical format. Attendees of this inaugural event benefited from focused, productive interaction indicative of the GMITE format, which connects qualified buyers and travel suppliers for seamless business exchange and opportune networking. |
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April 2013
Art of Improv Education Event Our education session was led by Izzy Gesell, MS Ed, CSP, an "organizational alchemist" who helps individuals and organizations transform their thinking from commonplace to extraordinary. Through Improv exercises and facilitated discussion, SITE members will learn the skills and techniques used in Improv to enhance ability to think on their feet, generate ideas, incorporate changes with quick ease and communicate more effectively & convincingly. A makeup artist will be on hand to prepare you for your own complimentary professional headshots taken by New York Photographer, Vivian Babuts. Co Facilitated by SITE NY member and Program Chair, Bob Korin, Director National Accounts for Hilton Waikoloa , Hilton Hotels of Hawaii. |
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April 2013
Hands on New York Day SITE NY Metro once again united with New York Cares and joining forces with more than 4,000 volunteers to clean up parks, community gardens, and public spaces throughout the city. We spent the day outside, bonding with fellow SITE members and to give back to the local community. This spring we were assigned to Gantry Plaza State Park, where we rolled up our sleeves and tackled the green spaces and waged war on the dandelions! A great time was held by all and thank you to our SITE NY Metro team volunteers for participating. Remember that this is a twice a year effort for the group and we will be involved in a fall initiative as well. Discover a new park while making a real difference in our community. |
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January 2013
Diamonds in the Sky Board Installation Site New York's first networking event of the year, Diamonds In the Sky Board Installation, was held at the Flanders House in Times Square. Offering floor to ceiling views of the city skyline, attendees dined on nibbles from renowned Belgian caterer Petite Abeille. Showcased were delights including delectable steak tartar burgers and a Belgian favorite, Stella Artois. We attracted over 50 attendees with their eye on the ultimate prize – a diamond retailed at $4,000! |
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