ABC Florida - Association of Bridal Consultants http://abc-florida.com Wed, 22 Feb 2012 19:12:07 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.1 ABC-Florida Branch Family Keys Retreat http://abcflkeysretreat-rss.eventbrite.com http://abcflkeysretreat-rss.eventbrite.com#comments Wed, 22 Feb 2012 10:21:18 +0000 Events organized by Association of Bridal Consultants - Florida Branch http://abcflkeysretreat-rss.eventbrite.com When:
Friday, July 20, 2012 at 8:30 PM - Sunday, July 22, 2012 at 12:30 PM (ET)

Where:
Postcard Inn at Holiday Isle
84001 U.S. Hwy 1
Islamorada, FL 33036

Hosted By:
Association of Bridal Consultants - Florida Branch

The Florida branch of the Association of Bridal Consultants: Provides educational and networking meetings quarterly in geographic regions of the state.
Produces a quarterly newsletter. Assists in coordinating apprenticeships for novice members.
provides oversight to ABC-FL Local Networking Groups (LNGs). Visit
www.ABC-Florida.com for a complete calendar with LNG meetings and contact information or contact Elise Enloe, Florida State Coordinator, EliseABCFL@aol.com or 407 977-9338. For information on ABC membership and benefits, visit
http://www.BridalAssn.com



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Event Details:

 Association of Bridal Consultants

Association of Bridal Consultants
Florida Branch

Florida Keys Retreat

 July 20-22, 2012

Postcard Inn Islamorada from water 

This event is open to ABC members and their immediate family/guests.

Great summer mini-vaca idea - bring the family!  

Retreat Schedule

Friday, July 20th

Arrivals at leisure: Settle in, watch the sunset, take a walk on the beach, relax

Saturday, July 21st

8:30 a.m.      Breakfast in Quarterdeck Meeting Room

9:00 a.m.      Site tour

9:30 a.m.      Meeting session I

10:45 a.m.    Meetings session II

12:00 p.m.    Meeting session III

1:00 p.m.      Lunch

Free afternoon - Fishing, Diving, Snorkeling, Waverunners, Eco-Kayak or Waverunner Tours  or catching a snooze and a tan on the white sandy beach

7:00 p.m.      Dinner in Horizon Banquet Room

Sunday, July 22nd

8:30 a.m.      Breakfast in meeting room

9:30 a.m.      Meeting in Quarterdeck Meeting Room

12:30 p.m.    Meeting concludes

Islamorada Beach

Postcard Inn Accommodations

Postcard Inn is providing incredible room rates for ABC (normally over $200/night)

  • Classic 2 Queen or Classic King room - $119/night*
    Drift off to sleep in a single premium pillow-top queen bed.
  • Oceanfront 2 Queen or King room - $149/night*
    Relax on your private balcony with a nightcap before falling into your cloudlike king-sized bed.
  • Make individual reservaton by calling Postcard Inn at Holiday Isle 305-664-2321 and requesting the ABC rate no later than June 28th, 2012.
  • *Room rate does not include room taxes or $15 daily resort amenity fee. Amenities include:
    • Self Parking – one parking pass per car/trailer
    • Resort & guestroom Wi-Fi
    • Internet access in the lobby
    • Faxes and local phone calls
    • Coffee in the room and in the lobby
    • Local and national papers in the lobby
    • Beach chairs and towels

    • In-room safe

Payment and Cancellations:
Cancellations before July 15th will be refunded less a $25 administrative fee.  Cancellations/no-shows less than 30 days before the seminar cannot be refunded as we have ordered materials and given a guaranteed attendance. 

US members paying by check: check must be postmarked by early registration cutoff to be received prior to the retreat.  Checks should be made to: Association of Bridal Consultants - Florida Branch, 660 Neile Ct., Oviedo, FL 32765.  All registrations must be fully pre-paid by July 15th, 2012.


]]> http://abc-florida.com/2012/02/abc-florida-branch-family-keys-retreat/feed/ 0 Association of Bridal Consultants March Educational Lunch Gathering http://wwwabcbrookerpreservelunch-rss.www.eventbrite.com http://wwwabcbrookerpreservelunch-rss.www.eventbrite.com#comments Tue, 21 Feb 2012 12:18:51 +0000 Events organized by ABC Central Florida West http://wwwabcbrookerpreservelunch-rss.www.eventbrite.com When:
Tuesday, March 6, 2012 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM (ET)

Where:
Brooker Creek Preserve
3940 Keystone Road
Tarpon Springs, FL 34688

Hosted By:
ABC Central Florida West

abcflw@yahoo.com

Co-Directors
Tammy Waterman :: SpecialMoments :: 727-343-0800

Toni Tassoni :: Coast to Coast Event Rentals :: 727-321-3404

 



Register for this event now at :
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Event Details:

Association of Bridal Consultants Central Florida West

invites you to join us for our

March Lunch and Learn Gathering 

at  a New Unique Rustic Event Space 

Brooker Creek Preserve

3940 Keystone Road

Tarpon Springs, Fl

 

We will be learning 

New Tricks For Old Dogs

A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, typewriters ruled; nowadays, kids are up on tech but low on experience. In the world of 2012 that we boldly explore, many event professionals are grizzled veterans, having successfully produced outstanding events for decades. The new kid on the street has nothing resembling significant experience yet wants to turn the event world upside down with high tech gadgets and gizmos. This workshop will help you, the experienced professional, master the best of both worlds - an older dog with outstanding new iTricks from the unique perspectives that this older dog learned from a pup.

-Identify methods to avoid technology extinction 
-Explore free and inexpensive software tools to increase efficiency and effectiveness 
-Experience inexpensive and useful hardware available to event professionals

 

 

Presented by

Elise Enloe, MBC™ who  is the Association of Bridal Consultant's Vice President for North American Operations, Director of Education and the Association's Florida State Coordinator. Her business, Attention to Details Weddings & Events specializes in limited consultation with wedding coordination. Her favorite weddings are outdoor or home weddings and working with military and encore couples. As adjunct faculty at the University of Central Florida's Rosen College of Hospitality Management, she mentors ABC novices and hospitality students while coordinating her weddings. Ms. Enloe has an M.A. in Education and Human Resource Development from George Washington University and is retired from the US Navy. Elise developed and delivers ABC Expanding Horizons seminars and has presented at ABC‟s Annual Conference, the Special Event, and is the author of Working from Home and Virtual Offices for Wedding and Event Professionals and other ABC educational publications. A novice triathlete, she and her husband Ken live in Oviedo, Florida.

 
Lunch Menu:
to be supplied by Orange Blossom Catering
 
 
Event time-line
10:45 am - 11:15am- registration open
11:00am- 11:30am- networking
11:30am - 12:00pm- Lunch 
11:45AM - 12:00pm- Welcome/Annoucements/Intro of Speaker
12:00PM- 12:30pm- Educational Topic
12:30pm- Q & A
12:45pm- Door prizes/tour of Property
1:00pm- Event Ends
 
Parking and Details
when you enter the preserve you will be driving back thru the preserve to the parking lot where you will park and then stroll down the boardwalk to the auditorium were the luncheon will be held..
just look for the signs along your stroll down the boardwalk and they will direct you to the exact space...
 

** Why yes, darling, it is easy to become an ABC member! **
Whether you are a wedding planner, coordinator, consultant, designer, florist, photographer, graphic artist, baker, chocolatier, venue representative, caterer, jewelry designer, travel agent, hotel representative, officiant, hair & makeup artist, rental company, DJ, or even a person that makes little baby tuxedos for dogs...YOU can join the ABC!

ABC offers memberships to planners and to vendors, and yes, it is true, ABC members sometimes do get special little bonus treats like oh...an all inclusive trip to someplace lovely & exotic like Turks & Caicos for $399, AIRFARE INCLUDED!! Plus the whole "we've been around since 1955 and are the largest and most respected bridal association in the WORLD" thing kinda helps! As the esteemed Martha would say..."it's a good thing". :)

If you sign up for membership while in attendance at one of our lovely monthly meetings, we will waive the application fee! Just for you. Because you're good enough, you're smart enough, and gosh darn it, we like you a whole lot!

 

 

   

Come mix, mingle and make new connections with Tampa Bay's finest wedding and special event professionals! Bring plenty of business cards, because you won't want to miss this opportunity!

 

]]> http://abc-florida.com/2012/02/association-of-bridal-consultants-march-educational-lunch-gathering-2/feed/ 0 Association of Bridal Consultants March Educational Lunch Gathering http://wwwabcbrookerpreservelunch-rss.eventbrite.com http://wwwabcbrookerpreservelunch-rss.eventbrite.com#comments Tue, 21 Feb 2012 12:18:51 +0000 Events organized by ABC Central Florida West http://wwwabcbrookerpreservelunch-rss.eventbrite.com When:
Tuesday, March 6, 2012 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM (ET)

Where:
Brooker Creek Preserve
3940 Keystone Road
Tarpon Springs, FL 34688

Hosted By:
ABC Central Florida West

abcflw@yahoo.com

Co-Directors
Tammy Waterman :: SpecialMoments :: 727-343-0800

Toni Tassoni :: Coast to Coast Event Rentals :: 727-321-3404

 



Register for this event now at :
http://wwwabcbrookerpreservelunch-rss.eventbrite.com

Event Details:

Association of Bridal Consultants Central Florida West

invites you to join us for our

March Lunch and Learn Gathering 

at  a New Unique Rustic Event Space 

Brooker Creek Preserve

3940 Keystone Road

Tarpon Springs, Fl

 

We will be learning 

New Tricks For Old Dogs

A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, typewriters ruled; nowadays, kids are up on tech but low on experience. In the world of 2012 that we boldly explore, many event professionals are grizzled veterans, having successfully produced outstanding events for decades. The new kid on the street has nothing resembling significant experience yet wants to turn the event world upside down with high tech gadgets and gizmos. This workshop will help you, the experienced professional, master the best of both worlds - an older dog with outstanding new iTricks from the unique perspectives that this older dog learned from a pup.

-Identify methods to avoid technology extinction 
-Explore free and inexpensive software tools to increase efficiency and effectiveness 
-Experience inexpensive and useful hardware available to event professionals

 

 

Presented by

Elise Enloe, MBC™ who  is the Association of Bridal Consultant's Vice President for North American Operations, Director of Education and the Association's Florida State Coordinator. Her business, Attention to Details Weddings & Events specializes in limited consultation with wedding coordination. Her favorite weddings are outdoor or home weddings and working with military and encore couples. As adjunct faculty at the University of Central Florida's Rosen College of Hospitality Management, she mentors ABC novices and hospitality students while coordinating her weddings. Ms. Enloe has an M.A. in Education and Human Resource Development from George Washington University and is retired from the US Navy. Elise developed and delivers ABC Expanding Horizons seminars and has presented at ABC‟s Annual Conference, the Special Event, and is the author of Working from Home and Virtual Offices for Wedding and Event Professionals and other ABC educational publications. A novice triathlete, she and her husband Ken live in Oviedo, Florida.

 
Lunch Menu:
to be supplied by Orange Blossom Catering
 
 
Event time-line
10:45 am - 11:15am- registration open
11:00am- 11:30am- networking
11:30am - 12:00pm- Lunch 
11:45AM - 12:00pm- Welcome/Annoucements/Intro of Speaker
12:00PM- 12:30pm- Educational Topic
12:30pm- Q & A
12:45pm- Door prizes/tour of Property
1:00pm- Event Ends
 
Parking and Details
when you enter the preserve you will be driving back thru the preserve to the parking lot where you will park and then stroll down the boardwalk to the auditorium were the luncheon will be held..
just look for the signs along your stroll down the boardwalk and they will direct you to the exact space...
 

** Why yes, darling, it is easy to become an ABC member! **
Whether you are a wedding planner, coordinator, consultant, designer, florist, photographer, graphic artist, baker, chocolatier, venue representative, caterer, jewelry designer, travel agent, hotel representative, officiant, hair & makeup artist, rental company, DJ, or even a person that makes little baby tuxedos for dogs...YOU can join the ABC!

ABC offers memberships to planners and to vendors, and yes, it is true, ABC members sometimes do get special little bonus treats like oh...an all inclusive trip to someplace lovely & exotic like Turks & Caicos for $399, AIRFARE INCLUDED!! Plus the whole "we've been around since 1955 and are the largest and most respected bridal association in the WORLD" thing kinda helps! As the esteemed Martha would say..."it's a good thing". :)

If you sign up for membership while in attendance at one of our lovely monthly meetings, we will waive the application fee! Just for you. Because you're good enough, you're smart enough, and gosh darn it, we like you a whole lot!

 

 

   

Come mix, mingle and make new connections with Tampa Bay's finest wedding and special event professionals! Bring plenty of business cards, because you won't want to miss this opportunity!

 

]]> http://abc-florida.com/2012/02/association-of-bridal-consultants-march-educational-lunch-gathering/feed/ 0 ABC-Florida (Not) Just for Novices Workshop-March 2012 http://abcflnovicewestpalm-rss.eventbrite.com http://abcflnovicewestpalm-rss.eventbrite.com#comments Tue, 21 Feb 2012 07:41:59 +0000 Events organized by Association of Bridal Consultants - Florida Branch http://abcflnovicewestpalm-rss.eventbrite.com When:
Saturday, March 3, 2012 from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM (ET)

Where:
West Palm Beach Marriott
1001 Okechobee Blvd
West Palm Beach, FL 33401

Hosted By:
Association of Bridal Consultants - Florida Branch

The Florida branch of the Association of Bridal Consultants: Provides educational and networking meetings quarterly in geographic regions of the state.
Produces a quarterly newsletter. Assists in coordinating apprenticeships for novice members.
provides oversight to ABC-FL Local Networking Groups (LNGs). Visit
www.ABC-Florida.com for a complete calendar with LNG meetings and contact information or contact Elise Enloe, Florida State Coordinator, EliseABCFL@aol.com or 407 977-9338. For information on ABC membership and benefits, visit
http://www.BridalAssn.com



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Event Details:

Freshly renovated for 2012 - never exactly the same!

9:00 a.m. — 4:30 pm for the (Not) Just for Novices Workshop with seasoned ABC-Florida consultants. Cost includes workshop materials, continental breakfast, lunch, and afternoon break and a special opportunity for a "hands-on" opportunity with the Association of Bridal Consultants.   

Have you taken the Professional Development Program but need some help getting started?

Do you need to hone your skills in meeting with clients and closing the deal?

Would you like to apprentice with a seasoned consultant?

Do you need to "grow" some Education and Professional Development points for advancement? 

Then this workshop is for you!

  • Initial Consultation (practice)
  • Closing the Deal (from lead to commitment)
  • Pricing and contracts (bring what you’re using or plan to use)
  • Apprenticeships, co-ops, bridal shows, advertising and marketing

Need points?
This six-hour workshop earns one education point under the new membership point system. 

Directions and additional information:

Visit: http://www.marriott.com/WestPalmBeach 

From Miami and south: Take I-95 North to exit 70, take ramp right for SR-704 West toward Downtown. Turn right onto SR-704 East / Okeechobee Blvd and hotel is on left.
From Turnpike: (north or south,) take exit 99 West Palm Beach, Okeechobee Boulevard. Turn left onto SR-704 East,  Okeechobee Blvd and drive approximately 5 miles. Hotel is on the left. Free on-site parking.
From Palm Beach International Airport: Complimentary hotel shuttle - courtesy phone in Arrivals or call 1-561-833-1234. (Taxi approximately $15.00) or if driving, take Australian Avenue to Okeechobee Boulevard East. Hotel entrance will be the 1st left.

Accomodations

We'll be posting room rate information as soon as final arrangements are made. 

Payment and Cancellation

Cancellations more than 10 days before seminar may be refunded less a $25 administrative fee.  Cancellations/no-shows less than 10 days before the seminar cannot be refunded as we have ordered materials and given a guaranteed attendance. If paying by check, check must be postmarked by early registration cutoff to be granted early registration price. All non-members/guests must pre-pay via Paypal or check received prior to the seminar. Unpaid registrations will not be held beyond February 29th. Checks should be made to: Association of Bridal Consultants - Florida Branch, and mailed to ABC-Florida Branch,  660 Neile Ct., Oviedo, FL 32765.  No-shows will be invoiced.


]]> http://abc-florida.com/2012/02/abc-florida-not-just-for-novices-workshop-march-2012/feed/ 0 ABC Northeast Florida March 2012 Meeting http://abcneflamarch2012meeting-rss.eventbrite.com http://abcneflamarch2012meeting-rss.eventbrite.com#comments Tue, 21 Feb 2012 06:00:58 +0000 Events organized by ABC Northeast Florida http://abcneflamarch2012meeting-rss.eventbrite.com When:
Wednesday, March 28, 2012 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM (ET)

Where:
Sheraton Jacksonville Hotel
10605 Deerwood Park Boulevard
Jacksonville, FL 32256

Hosted By:
ABC Northeast Florida

Association of Bridal Consultants Northeast Florida Chapter



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Event Details:

Please join us for a networking social at the Sheraton Jacksonville Hotel
On Wednesday, March 28, 2012 beginning at 6:30 PM.  

 

Come out and see this brand new venue. 

Visit their website http://www.starwoodhotels.com/sheraton/property/meetings/index.html?propertyID=1582

 

The program for this evening: TBA

Presented by: Elise Enloe ABC Vice President North American Operations 

$15 ABC members $20 non-members/guests early registration (ends 3/21/12)

$17 ABC members $22 non-members/guests regular registration

$20 ABC members at the door

 

Menu: Hors d' Ouerves 

50/50 Raffle

 

No-shows and cancellations received after 3/24/12 will be billed

Come mix, mingle, and make new connections with a variety of wedding and special event professionals! Bring plenty of business cards, because you won't want to miss this opportunity.

Grow your business!

 

The Association of Bridal Consultants Northeast Florida brings this event to you.

The Association of Bridal Consultants has been the professional organization for the wedding industry since 1981 and has over 4,000 members in 26 countries on six continents. The Association of Bridal Consultants is a membership service organization, designed to increase awareness of the wedding business and improve the professionalism of members. Membership is open to all wedding-related vendors. As a member, you can benefit from a local and national networking system, educational programs, and more. Visit http://www.bridalassn.com for more info. 


]]> http://abc-florida.com/2012/02/abc-northeast-florida-march-2012-meeting/feed/ 0 Wednesday, March 14 Association of Bridal Consultants Local Networking Group Meeting http://abcpanhandlemarch2012-rss.www.eventbrite.com http://abcpanhandlemarch2012-rss.www.eventbrite.com#comments Wed, 08 Feb 2012 17:32:51 +0000 Events organized by Association of Bridal Consultants Florida Panhandle Local Networking Group http://abcpanhandlemarch2012-rss.www.eventbrite.com When:
Wednesday, March 14, 2012 from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM (CT)

Where:
Great Events Center by Chef Tim Creehan
12590 Emerald Coast Parkway, Suite C
Miramar Beach, FL 32550

Hosted By:
Association of Bridal Consultants Florida Panhandle Local Networking Group

 

 

The Association of Bridal Consultants has been the professional organization for the wedding industry since 1981 and has over 4,500 members in 27 countries on six continents.  The Association of Bridal Consultants is a membership service organization, designed to increase awareness of the wedding business and improve the professionalism of members.  Some of our local members include Stacy Green of Forever I Do Weddings, Christina Gshwandtner of Fete Events, Shelby Peaden of Shelby Peaden Events, Rhonda Ray of R Squared Multimedia, Victoria Volpone of Carillon Weddings, ans Samantha Jackson of Samantha Jackson Weddings.

 



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Event Details:
We will be having a local networking group meeting on Wednesday, March 14 at 10:30 am-12:30 pm at The Great Event Center by Chef Tim Creehan in Miramar Beach, FL.  The cost of the meeting includes brunch.  The Association of Bridal Consultants is open to caterers, florists, wedding consultants, musicians, DJs, photographers - you name it!  


ABC is open to caterers, florists, wedding consultants, musicians, DJs, photographers - you name it!  For those who have not been before, we normally have 60+ people in attendance!  ABC has been hosting networking meetings in the Panhandle of Florida since November 2008.

We are limiting this meeting to 80 attendees. 
 
Speaker: Chef Tim Creehan


Bio:
As the owner of Destin Florida’s Cuvee Bistro restaurant, Grill Plus Instant Marinade, and the Great Events Center, Chef Tim Creehan is living the dream. Born in Hartford, Connecticut, and spending most of his childhood and young adult life in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, he discovered his calling at a very young age. He possesses a zest for life, extraordinary talent, an enormous joy in sharing his love for cooking with others and a commitment to giving back. He is a Certified Executive Chef, author, teacher, inventor, a dynamic entertainer and a steward of his community.

Creehan’s impressive career in the culinary arts began at Steak & Ale in Baton Rouge when he was only 14 years old. Two years later, the pursuit of excellence led him to serve as Executive Chef at Joey’s. Studying under Executive Chef Philippe Parola and then working side-by-side with John Folse, he progressed to the position of Executive Chef at Lafitte’s Landing in Donaldsonville, Louisiana at the ripe age of 19. He is currently working with Chef Parola in support of the Asian Carp Invasion Solution.
 
Unwavering standards have taken Creehan to various locations across the globe. In 1984, he participated in the American Harvest Promotion at the Hong Kong Hilton for a two-week guest chef appearance. He traveled to Tokyo with his mentor Philippe Parola to cook at FOODEX, the largest international food show in the world, where he prepared a special luncheon for Thomas Foley, then ambassador to Japan. Steadfast dedication led Creehan to Ralph & Kacoo’s Seafood Restaurant where he served as Corporate Executive Chef. Then, as Consulting Chef for Delta Pride and Country Skillet Catfish, a Con-Agra Company, he was instrumental in recipe creation, food styling, and product development.
 
In 1992, The American Culinary Foundation named Chef Creehan as one of the “youngest and most accomplished Certified Executive Chefs in the United States.” In 1999, Cooking Light’s Grandstand ’99 selected Creehan as “one of five chefs in the United States to be honored as a Shining Star Chef.” As part of this honor, he demonstrated dishes in front of thousands at Turner Field in Atlanta. In late 2003 at the DiRoNA International Conference, Creehan spoke on a panel to discuss marketing strategies in the industry. In early 2004, Creehan was selected as one of five “Celebrated Chefs” to represent the National Pork Council at various events nationwide. Creehan is also a published author of three cookbooks, “Flavors of the Gulf Coast” (1992), “Simple Cuisine” (2004), and “Exceptional Taste, Tales & Recipes” (2010).
 
In 1998, Creehan opened Beach Walk, which has since relocated to the Henderson Park Inn. Prior to establishing Beach Walk, Creehan served as Executive Chef and founding partner of Destin’s award-winning Marina Café for ten years. In 2007, Creehan reopened Copper Grill, and soon after, opened Bluz Grill & Bar. Not surprisingly, he has been voted Best Chef on the Emerald Coast six years in a row, paving the way for various upscale catering gigs such as the SeaRay Yacht 50th Anniversary show, and the wedding reception of recording artists Amy Grant and Vince Gill. In May of 2010, Creehan reopened another local hotspot as Cuvee Bistro in Destin, which has since won numerous awards, including a 2011 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence.
 
Commonly dubbed Destin’s own “celebrity chef”, Creehan regularly appears on various television shows, including as host of the Emerald Coast Chefs series. He’s also personally cooked for a slew of high profile celebrities, including Bruce Willis, Jessica Simpson, Rachel Hunter, Debra Winger, Cybill Shepherd, and Timothy Hutton. Most recently, he served as special chef at the Entertainment Tonight/Getty Images/Gibson Guitar Lodge during the 2008 Sundance Film Festival, where he dished up delicacies for the likes of Matthew Broderick, Danny Glover, and Alan Rickman.
 
Featured on dozens of “On the Menu” cooking shows throughout the Southeast, Creehan was named Host on Beach TV’s Emerald Coast Chefs in 2007, appearing regularly throughout the year in various markets including Panama City Beach, Destin, Fort Walton and Pensacola. The Tourist Network, producers of Beach TV, created another new series that launched in December 2007. Creehan hosts the new Chef Show, which showcases America’s most popular celebrity chefs in the country’s most fascinating destination cities and resorts, including Belgian born Master Chef Daniel Joly at Mirabella in Beaver Creek, Chad Robinson at Foster’s Wine Estates with Beringer Corporate Chef David Frakes, and Luis Pous at Little Palm Island Resort in the Florida Keys.

In addition to performing live, Creehan’s award-winning recipes have been featured on Emeril Lagasse’s TV show and in publications such as Sysco’s Menus Today, Restaurant Business, Cheers, Florida Living, and Cooking Light. Sea Ray Living, Ford Times and Bon Appetit publications have highlighted his career as well. In 2001, Country Weekly magazine featured a dish Creehan created for recording artist Tammy Cochran’s hit song “Angels in Waiting”. Cochran returned the favor by inviting him to accompany her at the 35th Annual Country Music Awards.

When it comes to sharing his love for the culinary arts, Creehan is on a joyful mission that has produced exceptional culinary tools. He created another tool in 1997; Chef’s Grill Plus® is a patented non-stick instant marinade. “In the beginning, there was ketchup, mayonnaise and mustard,” Creehan muses. “Grill Plus is the fourth condiment.”
 
Tim has instructed middle school students in the All Kinds of Art Culinary program and donated his time, food and talents for many charitable organizations such as Alzheimer’s Family Services, Inc., SOS, the American Heart Association and the American Cancer Society, to name a few. Tim’s unfaltering energy and passion for the culinary arts along with his natural teaching talents are manifest in his cooking classes, his vanguard dining experiences, and the high esteem his peers hold for him.
 
Tim Creehan lives in Destin, Florida where he enjoys sailing and exploring the journey of simplifying his life and his career.


Registration: Everyone that registers will receive a confirmation email on Monday, March 12.


Association of Bridal Consultants (ABC) Membership:   We are encouraging wedding consultants/professionals in the area to join.  We want to build a strong network in the area to pass business to back and forth.  There are are annual dues of $225 for wedding vendors and $185 for novice wedding consultants and $265 for wedding consultants (this membership level is based on your educational credits and experience).  Please contact me if you need a membership application.

 
Please spread the word to all your friends!  Everyone is welcome!


]]> http://abc-florida.com/2012/02/wednesday-march-14-association-of-bridal-consultants-local-networking-group-meeting-2/feed/ 0 Wednesday, March 14 Association of Bridal Consultants Local Networking Group Meeting http://abcpanhandlemarch2012-rss.eventbrite.com http://abcpanhandlemarch2012-rss.eventbrite.com#comments Wed, 08 Feb 2012 17:32:51 +0000 Events organized by Association of Bridal Consultants Florida Panhandle Local Networking Group http://abcpanhandlemarch2012-rss.eventbrite.com When:
Wednesday, March 14, 2012 from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM (CT)

Where:
Great Events Center by Chef Tim Creehan
12590 Emerald Coast Parkway, Suite C
Miramar Beach, FL 32550

Hosted By:
Association of Bridal Consultants Florida Panhandle Local Networking Group

 

 

The Association of Bridal Consultants has been the professional organization for the wedding industry since 1981 and has over 4,500 members in 27 countries on six continents.  The Association of Bridal Consultants is a membership service organization, designed to increase awareness of the wedding business and improve the professionalism of members.  Some of our local members include Stacy Green of Forever I Do Weddings, Christina Gshwandtner of Fete Events, Shelby Peaden of Shelby Peaden Events, Rhonda Ray of R Squared Multimedia, Victoria Volpone of Carillon Weddings, ans Samantha Jackson of Samantha Jackson Weddings.

 



Register for this event now at :
http://abcpanhandlemarch2012-rss.eventbrite.com

Event Details:
We will be having a local networking group meeting on Wednesday, March 14 at 10:30 am-12:30 pm at The Great Event Center by Chef Tim Creehan in Miramar Beach, FL.  The cost of the meeting includes brunch.  The Association of Bridal Consultants is open to caterers, florists, wedding consultants, musicians, DJs, photographers - you name it!  


ABC is open to caterers, florists, wedding consultants, musicians, DJs, photographers - you name it!  For those who have not been before, we normally have 60+ people in attendance!  ABC has been hosting networking meetings in the Panhandle of Florida since November 2008.

We are limiting this meeting to 80 attendees. 
 
Speaker: Chef Tim Creehan


Bio:
As the owner of Destin Florida’s Cuvee Bistro restaurant, Grill Plus Instant Marinade, and the Great Events Center, Chef Tim Creehan is living the dream. Born in Hartford, Connecticut, and spending most of his childhood and young adult life in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, he discovered his calling at a very young age. He possesses a zest for life, extraordinary talent, an enormous joy in sharing his love for cooking with others and a commitment to giving back. He is a Certified Executive Chef, author, teacher, inventor, a dynamic entertainer and a steward of his community.

Creehan’s impressive career in the culinary arts began at Steak & Ale in Baton Rouge when he was only 14 years old. Two years later, the pursuit of excellence led him to serve as Executive Chef at Joey’s. Studying under Executive Chef Philippe Parola and then working side-by-side with John Folse, he progressed to the position of Executive Chef at Lafitte’s Landing in Donaldsonville, Louisiana at the ripe age of 19. He is currently working with Chef Parola in support of the Asian Carp Invasion Solution.
 
Unwavering standards have taken Creehan to various locations across the globe. In 1984, he participated in the American Harvest Promotion at the Hong Kong Hilton for a two-week guest chef appearance. He traveled to Tokyo with his mentor Philippe Parola to cook at FOODEX, the largest international food show in the world, where he prepared a special luncheon for Thomas Foley, then ambassador to Japan. Steadfast dedication led Creehan to Ralph & Kacoo’s Seafood Restaurant where he served as Corporate Executive Chef. Then, as Consulting Chef for Delta Pride and Country Skillet Catfish, a Con-Agra Company, he was instrumental in recipe creation, food styling, and product development.
 
In 1992, The American Culinary Foundation named Chef Creehan as one of the “youngest and most accomplished Certified Executive Chefs in the United States.” In 1999, Cooking Light’s Grandstand ’99 selected Creehan as “one of five chefs in the United States to be honored as a Shining Star Chef.” As part of this honor, he demonstrated dishes in front of thousands at Turner Field in Atlanta. In late 2003 at the DiRoNA International Conference, Creehan spoke on a panel to discuss marketing strategies in the industry. In early 2004, Creehan was selected as one of five “Celebrated Chefs” to represent the National Pork Council at various events nationwide. Creehan is also a published author of three cookbooks, “Flavors of the Gulf Coast” (1992), “Simple Cuisine” (2004), and “Exceptional Taste, Tales & Recipes” (2010).
 
In 1998, Creehan opened Beach Walk, which has since relocated to the Henderson Park Inn. Prior to establishing Beach Walk, Creehan served as Executive Chef and founding partner of Destin’s award-winning Marina Café for ten years. In 2007, Creehan reopened Copper Grill, and soon after, opened Bluz Grill & Bar. Not surprisingly, he has been voted Best Chef on the Emerald Coast six years in a row, paving the way for various upscale catering gigs such as the SeaRay Yacht 50th Anniversary show, and the wedding reception of recording artists Amy Grant and Vince Gill. In May of 2010, Creehan reopened another local hotspot as Cuvee Bistro in Destin, which has since won numerous awards, including a 2011 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence.
 
Commonly dubbed Destin’s own “celebrity chef”, Creehan regularly appears on various television shows, including as host of the Emerald Coast Chefs series. He’s also personally cooked for a slew of high profile celebrities, including Bruce Willis, Jessica Simpson, Rachel Hunter, Debra Winger, Cybill Shepherd, and Timothy Hutton. Most recently, he served as special chef at the Entertainment Tonight/Getty Images/Gibson Guitar Lodge during the 2008 Sundance Film Festival, where he dished up delicacies for the likes of Matthew Broderick, Danny Glover, and Alan Rickman.
 
Featured on dozens of “On the Menu” cooking shows throughout the Southeast, Creehan was named Host on Beach TV’s Emerald Coast Chefs in 2007, appearing regularly throughout the year in various markets including Panama City Beach, Destin, Fort Walton and Pensacola. The Tourist Network, producers of Beach TV, created another new series that launched in December 2007. Creehan hosts the new Chef Show, which showcases America’s most popular celebrity chefs in the country’s most fascinating destination cities and resorts, including Belgian born Master Chef Daniel Joly at Mirabella in Beaver Creek, Chad Robinson at Foster’s Wine Estates with Beringer Corporate Chef David Frakes, and Luis Pous at Little Palm Island Resort in the Florida Keys.

In addition to performing live, Creehan’s award-winning recipes have been featured on Emeril Lagasse’s TV show and in publications such as Sysco’s Menus Today, Restaurant Business, Cheers, Florida Living, and Cooking Light. Sea Ray Living, Ford Times and Bon Appetit publications have highlighted his career as well. In 2001, Country Weekly magazine featured a dish Creehan created for recording artist Tammy Cochran’s hit song “Angels in Waiting”. Cochran returned the favor by inviting him to accompany her at the 35th Annual Country Music Awards.

When it comes to sharing his love for the culinary arts, Creehan is on a joyful mission that has produced exceptional culinary tools. He created another tool in 1997; Chef’s Grill Plus® is a patented non-stick instant marinade. “In the beginning, there was ketchup, mayonnaise and mustard,” Creehan muses. “Grill Plus is the fourth condiment.”
 
Tim has instructed middle school students in the All Kinds of Art Culinary program and donated his time, food and talents for many charitable organizations such as Alzheimer’s Family Services, Inc., SOS, the American Heart Association and the American Cancer Society, to name a few. Tim’s unfaltering energy and passion for the culinary arts along with his natural teaching talents are manifest in his cooking classes, his vanguard dining experiences, and the high esteem his peers hold for him.
 
Tim Creehan lives in Destin, Florida where he enjoys sailing and exploring the journey of simplifying his life and his career.


Registration: Everyone that registers will receive a confirmation email on Monday, March 12.


Association of Bridal Consultants (ABC) Membership:   We are encouraging wedding consultants/professionals in the area to join.  We want to build a strong network in the area to pass business to back and forth.  There are are annual dues of $225 for wedding vendors and $185 for novice wedding consultants and $265 for wedding consultants (this membership level is based on your educational credits and experience).  Please contact me if you need a membership application.

 
Please spread the word to all your friends!  Everyone is welcome!


]]> http://abc-florida.com/2012/02/wednesday-march-14-association-of-bridal-consultants-local-networking-group-meeting/feed/ 0 The Association of Bridal Consultants Miami LNG welcomes Tiffany Nieves Cook (Dream Design Weddings & Events), Ana Cruz (Ana Cruz Event Planning), and Kim Sardo (Sandals/Beaches Resorts) as their guest speakers for the first meeting of the year. http://abcmiamilngjan2012-rss.eventbrite.com http://abcmiamilngjan2012-rss.eventbrite.com#comments Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:33:11 +0000 Events organized by Association of Bridal Consultants (ABC) Miami Local Networking Group (LNG) http://abcmiamilngjan2012-rss.eventbrite.com When:
Tuesday, January 31, 2012 from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM (ET)

Where:
Hyatt Regency Coral Gables (Alcazaba Lounge)
50 Alhambra Plaza
Coral Gables, FL 33134

Hosted By:
Association of Bridal Consultants (ABC) Miami Local Networking Group (LNG)

Register for this event now at :
http://abcmiamilngjan2012-rss.eventbrite.com

Event Details:




The Association of Bridal Consultants' Miami LNG

takes great pleasure in announcing its upcoming meeting

on Tuesday, January 31, 2012 at 5:00 p.m.

featuring its Celebrity Wedding Planners and Guest Speakers,


Tiffany Nieves-Cook

(Dream Design Weddings & Events) 

 &

Ana Cruz 

(Ana Cruz Event Planning) 

 &

Kim Sardo

(Sandals/Beaches Resorts)

 

 


50 Alhambra Plaza (Alcazaba Lounge), Coral Gables, FL 33134

[Complimentary Hors d'Oeuvres & Open Beer and Wine Bar]

[ABC's gift to you -- No charge to attend this Event]

 

Because of the meeting room's maximum capacity,

we will be limiting the amount of registrants.  

Please pre-register - NO walk-ins or at-door guests.

For more informations please contact the Miami co-directors:

Maria Diaz, 305-205-8139 - cadibridal@att.net

Martha Garcia, 305-386-6011 - mgarcia@atreasuredmomentbymartha.com


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]]> http://abc-florida.com/2012/01/the-association-of-bridal-consultants-miami-lng-welcomestiffany-nieves-cook-dream-design-weddings-eventsana-cruz-ana-cruz-event-planning-andkim-sardo-sandalsbeaches-resortsas-their/feed/ 0 ABC Northeast Florida January Meeting-January 25, 2012 http://abcnefljan2012meeting-rss.eventbrite.com http://abcnefljan2012meeting-rss.eventbrite.com#comments Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:35:49 +0000 Events organized by ABC Northeast Florida http://abcnefljan2012meeting-rss.eventbrite.com When:
Wednesday, January 25, 2012 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM (ET)

Where:
TPC Sawgrass
110 Championship Way
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082

Hosted By:
ABC Northeast Florida

Association of Bridal Consultants Northeast Florida Chapter



Register for this event now at :
http://abcnefljan2012meeting-rss.eventbrite.com

Event Details:

Please join us for a networking social at TPC Sawgrass  

On Wednesday, January 25, 2012 beginning at 6:30 PM.  

 

Come out and see this unforgetable venue. 

Visit their website http://www.tpc.com/tpc-sawgrass-weddings

 

The program for this evening: "Intro to Wine and Wine Upselling"

Presented by: Steven Jones
Regional Director of Food and Beverage Operations
Resort Destinations
Certified Sommelier

 

$15 ABC members $20 non-members/guests early registration (ends 1/18/12)

$17 ABC members $22 non-members/guests regular registration

$20 ABC members at the door

 

Menu: Hors d' Ouerves 

complimentary beer and wine

50/50 Raffle

 

No-shows and cancellations received after 1/21/12 will be billed

Come mix, mingle, and make new connections with a variety of wedding and special event professionals! Bring plenty of business cards, because you won't want to miss this opportunity.

Grow your business!

 

The Association of Bridal Consultants Northeast Florida brings this event to you.

The Association of Bridal Consultants has been the professional organization for the wedding industry since 1981 and has over 4,000 members in 26 countries on six continents. The Association of Bridal Consultants is a membership service organization, designed to increase awareness of the wedding business and improve the professionalism of members. Membership is open to all wedding-related vendors. As a member, you can benefit from a local and national networking system, educational programs, and more. Visit http://www.bridalassn.com for more info. 


]]> http://abc-florida.com/2012/01/abc-northeast-florida-january-meeting-january-25-2012/feed/ 0 ABC Networking Mixer – The Special Event http://abctse-rss.eventbrite.com http://abctse-rss.eventbrite.com#comments Tue, 24 Jan 2012 16:33:38 +0000 Events organized by Association of Bridal Consultants - Florida Branch http://abctse-rss.eventbrite.com When:
Tuesday, January 24, 2012 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM (ET)

Where:
David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts
1010 North Macinnes Place
Tampa, FL 33602

Hosted By:
Association of Bridal Consultants - Florida Branch

The Florida branch of the Association of Bridal Consultants: Provides educational and networking meetings quarterly in geographic regions of the state.
Produces a quarterly newsletter. Assists in coordinating apprenticeships for novice members.
provides oversight to ABC-FL Local Networking Groups (LNGs). Visit
www.ABC-Florida.com for a complete calendar with LNG meetings and contact information or contact Elise Enloe, Florida State Coordinator, EliseABCFL@aol.com or 407 977-9338. For information on ABC membership and benefits, visit
http://www.BridalAssn.com



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http://abctse-rss.eventbrite.com

Event Details:

ABC Networking Mixer-Special Event

The ABC Networking Mixer- Special Event is going to be a great kick off to the Special Event! Hosted by ABC-Florida Branch, all ABC members, friends and guests are invited to attend, giving everyone an opportunity to meet and network with other members and make new contacts. We have door prizes, drinks, hors d'ovueres, and much more. Come and have fun get ready to mix and mingle and have fun at the Straz Center!
 
Schedule:
5:30-6:00: Registration
6:00-7:00: Eat/Drink/Mingle - two drinks included. cash bar available
7:00-7:45: Networking Activities
7:45-8:00: Door Prize Winners announced
 
 

 

The Straz Center began as a dream by visionary citizens of Tampa who persevered to bring to reality one of the finest performing arts centers in the nation. It is many things to many people and it’s more than just a building, more than just a performing arts center. It is a presenter, a producer, an educator, a community partner and an economic engine for the Tampa Bay area. It is a cornerstone of the Tampa Bay community. The Straz Center creates a regional economic impact of more than $100 million each year. At both the local and national level, it provides access to more than 700,000 people of all ages, abilities and cultures each year. It also provides jobs for artists and other professionals who have a passion for the arts and for our mission.
Walking Directions to the Straz Center for the Performing Arts from the Convention Center
Tampa Convention Center
333 S Franklin St
Tampa, FL 33602
1. Head North on S Franklin St to Channelside Dr
2. Continue Straight and stay on S Franklin St
3. Turn Left on E Whiting St
4. Turn right on N Ashley Dr
5. Turn left onto W Tyler St    
6. Turn right on N Macinnes Pl
David A Straz Jr. Center for the Perfroming Arts
1010 North Macinnes Place
Tampa, FL 33602
 
Parking:
If you would like to park at the Straz Parking is $1.60 per hour up to $6.00 maximum charge all day. Also the parking fee is waived for guests staying overnight at the Howard Johnson Hotel.
**If you are attending the TSE starts here event at the Ritz Carlton in Ybor City at 7:30pm, we will provide transportation to get to the event from the Performing Arts Center that night.**
 

Need an affordable Hotel for the Special Event? ABC has a few rooms at:

Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel

111 W Fortune St

Tampa, FL 33602

(888) 637-4861

http://www.howardjohnsonplazatampa.com

The Rate is $ 79.00 per night - .plus any applicable fees. We have King and Queen/Queen rooms blocked. When you call to make a reservation just mention you want the ABC Rate. The rate is for the entire week of January 23rd. Also included is complimentary wi-fi, and shuttle service to the Convention Center and is right across the stree from the Straz Center for Performing Arts.  

Cancellation Policy:
No Refund will be given 3 days prior to the day of the meeting.

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