Conventions » meeting http://www.rac2002.org Tue, 07 Feb 2012 04:59:57 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Discover Saratoga Springs With The Saratoga Convention and Tourism Bureau! http://www.rac2002.org/convention-bureau/discover-saratoga-springs-with-the-saratoga-convention-and-tourism-bureau http://www.rac2002.org/convention-bureau/discover-saratoga-springs-with-the-saratoga-convention-and-tourism-bureau#comments Wed, 07 Jul 2010 13:20:08 +0000 admin http://www.rac2002.org/convention-bureau/discover-saratoga-springs-with-the-saratoga-convention-and-tourism-bureau Meeting planners rejoice! Discover the magic that is Saratoga Springs NY, and see why we are one of the hottest meeting and convention destinations in the east! Fun, racing, horses, incredible dining and shopping…check it out!!! Plan your next meeting, convention or trade show right here and you’ll be your boss’ new best friend!

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]]> http://www.rac2002.org/convention-bureau/discover-saratoga-springs-with-the-saratoga-convention-and-tourism-bureau/feed 5 Adam’s Mark – The Hotel of Buffalo, New York http://www.rac2002.org/convention-hotels/adams-mark-the-hotel-of-buffalo-new-york http://www.rac2002.org/convention-hotels/adams-mark-the-hotel-of-buffalo-new-york#comments Sat, 03 Jul 2010 12:08:10 +0000 admin http://www.rac2002.org/convention-hotels/adams-mark-the-hotel-of-buffalo-new-york http://www.adamsmark.com – The Adams Mark is located at the Waterfront in the heart of the Buffalo downtown business district within walking distance of the Niagara Convention Center, theatre, and major sports complexes. You can get from the Buffalo-Niagara International Airport to the Adams Mark Buffalo-Niagara hotel in 15 minutes. Favorite attractions such Niagara Falls and Casino Niagara are only 20 minutes from the hotel.

The Adams Mark Hotel in Buffalo NY provides more of the comfort, amenities and entertainment choices you desire. This remarkable Buffalo hotel has 486 deluxe guest rooms, including a variety of luxurious suites. It offers an extensive list of amenities and services that ensure every guest will experience absolute comfort and pleasure.

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]]> http://www.rac2002.org/convention-hotels/adams-mark-the-hotel-of-buffalo-new-york/feed 3 Convention Planning 1955 http://www.rac2002.org/convention-hotels/convention-planning-1955 http://www.rac2002.org/convention-hotels/convention-planning-1955#comments Fri, 11 Jun 2010 18:34:37 +0000 admin http://www.rac2002.org/convention-hotels/convention-planning-1955 A short film about conventions and convention planning in hotels in the 1950s. Footage from this film is available for licensing from http://www.globalimageworks.com

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]]> http://www.rac2002.org/convention-hotels/convention-planning-1955/feed 0 Location: Vancouver Convention Centre – BC, Canada http://www.rac2002.org/convention-centre/location-vancouver-convention-centre-bc-canada http://www.rac2002.org/convention-centre/location-vancouver-convention-centre-bc-canada#comments Mon, 07 Jun 2010 18:31:24 +0000 admin http://www.rac2002.org/convention-centre/location-vancouver-convention-centre-bc-canada The Vancouver Convention Centre is located along Coal Harbour, and features an encircling boardwalk – the perfect place to watch seaplanes land, or to soak in the view of the coastal mountain range.

By connecting the interior design with the spectacular natural landscape of British Columbia, the Vancouver Convention Centre is one of the greenest convention centres in the world. It boasts a living roof, seawater heating and cooling, on-site water treatment, and fish habitat built into the foundation of the West Building. The space has been awarded the GO GREEN certificate from the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) for industry-approved, environmental best practices in building management. To learn more, visit: http://www.vancouverconventioncentre.com

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]]> http://www.rac2002.org/convention-centre/location-vancouver-convention-centre-bc-canada/feed 0 Staff: Vancouver Convention Centre – BC, Canada http://www.rac2002.org/convention-centre/staff-vancouver-convention-centre-bc-canada http://www.rac2002.org/convention-centre/staff-vancouver-convention-centre-bc-canada#comments Thu, 03 Jun 2010 13:04:37 +0000 admin http://www.rac2002.org/convention-centre/staff-vancouver-convention-centre-bc-canada The Vancouver Convention Centre is celebrated for its excellent level of service. Join staff, including members of the management team, as they provide a glimpse into how the team works to create the best experience possible.

By connecting the interior design with the spectacular natural landscape of British Columbia, the Vancouver Convention Centre is one of the greenest convention centres in the world. It boasts a living roof, seawater heating and cooling, on-site water treatment, and fish habitat built into the foundation of the West Building. The space has been awarded the GO GREEN certificate from the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) for industry-approved, environmental best practices in building management.

To learn more, visit: http://www.vancouverconventioncentre.com

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]]> http://www.rac2002.org/convention-centre/staff-vancouver-convention-centre-bc-canada/feed 1 Soufflé: Vancouver Convention Centre – BC, Canada http://www.rac2002.org/convention-centre/souffle-vancouver-convention-centre-bc-canada http://www.rac2002.org/convention-centre/souffle-vancouver-convention-centre-bc-canada#comments Wed, 26 May 2010 13:42:36 +0000 admin http://www.rac2002.org/convention-centre/souffle-vancouver-convention-centre-bc-canada The Vancouver Convention Centre’s Executive Chef, Blair Rasmussen, demonstrates how to create his celebrated spot prawn soufflé.

By connecting the interior design with the spectacular natural landscape of British Columbia, the Vancouver Convention Centre is one of the greenest convention centres in the world. It boasts a living roof, seawater heating and cooling, on-site water treatment, and fish habitat built into the foundation of the West Building. The space has been awarded the GO GREEN certificate from the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) for industry-approved, environmental best practices in building management.

To learn more, visit: http://www.vancouverconventioncentre.com

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]]> http://www.rac2002.org/convention-centre/souffle-vancouver-convention-centre-bc-canada/feed 1 Aerial: Vancouver Convention Centre – BC, Canada http://www.rac2002.org/convention-centre/aerial-vancouver-convention-centre-bc-canada http://www.rac2002.org/convention-centre/aerial-vancouver-convention-centre-bc-canada#comments Sat, 10 Apr 2010 12:19:18 +0000 admin http://www.rac2002.org/convention-centre/aerial-vancouver-convention-centre-bc-canada Take in a spectacular birds-eye view of the Vancouver Convention Centre – an experience typically limited to seaplanes landing in Coal Harbour.

By connecting the interior design with the spectacular natural landscape of British Columbia, the Vancouver Convention Centre is one of the greenest convention centres in the world. It boasts a living roof, seawater heating and cooling, on-site water treatment, and fish habitat built into the foundation of the West Building. The space has been awarded the GO GREEN certificate from the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) for industry-approved, environmental best practices in building management.

To learn more, visit: http://www.vancouverconventioncentre.com

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]]> http://www.rac2002.org/convention-centre/aerial-vancouver-convention-centre-bc-canada/feed 2 Wood Walls: Vancouver Convention Centre – BC, Canada http://www.rac2002.org/convention-centre/wood-walls-vancouver-convention-centre-bc-canada http://www.rac2002.org/convention-centre/wood-walls-vancouver-convention-centre-bc-canada#comments Wed, 07 Apr 2010 14:17:17 +0000 admin http://www.rac2002.org/convention-centre/wood-walls-vancouver-convention-centre-bc-canada The Vancouver Convention Centre is recognized for its unique aesthetic approach. The interior walls were assembled with 6,000 planks of sustainable BC hemlock, and were stacked by a Kuka robotic arm a first for the BC woodworking industry.

Join Morinwood Project Manager, Tom Morin as he discusses the process of putting together these innovative and awe-inspiring interior walls for the convention centre.

By connecting the interior design with the spectacular natural landscape of British Columbia, the Vancouver Convention Centre is one of the greenest convention centres in the world. It boasts a living roof, seawater heating and cooling, on-site water treatment, and fish habitat built into the foundation of the West Building. The space has been awarded the GO GREEN certificate from the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) for industry-approved, environmental best practices in building management.

To learn more, visit: http://www.vancouverconventioncentre.com

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]]> http://www.rac2002.org/convention-centre/wood-walls-vancouver-convention-centre-bc-canada/feed 0 Opening Day: Vancouver Convention Centre – BC, Canada http://www.rac2002.org/convention-centre/opening-day-vancouver-convention-centre-bc-canada http://www.rac2002.org/convention-centre/opening-day-vancouver-convention-centre-bc-canada#comments Mon, 29 Mar 2010 14:11:17 +0000 admin http://www.rac2002.org/convention-centre/opening-day-vancouver-convention-centre-bc-canada The Vancouver Convention Centre’s opening day was a spectacular, once-in-a-lifetime event that highlighted the best of the city’s culture and creativity.

By connecting the interior design with the spectacular natural landscape of British Columbia, the Vancouver Convention Centre is one of the greenest convention centres in the world. It boasts a living roof, seawater heating and cooling, on-site water treatment, and fish habitat built into the foundation of the West Building. The space has been awarded the GO GREEN certificate from the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) for industry-approved, environmental best practices in building management.

To learn more, visit: http://www.vancouverconventioncentre.com

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]]> http://www.rac2002.org/convention-centre/opening-day-vancouver-convention-centre-bc-canada/feed 0 Michael J. Narkewicz, 2009 Distinguished Convention Service Manager Award http://www.rac2002.org/convention-services/michael-j-narkewicz-2009-distinguished-convention-service-manager-award http://www.rac2002.org/convention-services/michael-j-narkewicz-2009-distinguished-convention-service-manager-award#comments Fri, 26 Mar 2010 12:20:09 +0000 admin http://www.rac2002.org/convention-services/michael-j-narkewicz-2009-distinguished-convention-service-manager-award The 2009 Distinguished Convention Service Manager of the year is Michael Narkewicz, CMP, Senior Event Manager, Logistics, for the San Francisco Marriott Marquis.

PCMA recognizes that the convention services department often determines the success of meetings and conventions and the Distinguished Convention Service Manager Award honors a convention service manager or convention coordinator who epitomizes professionalism in this field.

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