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More Than 400 Meeting Professionals Come Together for Meetings & Events Las Vegas Summer 2013 Event

For the third time this year, Meetings & Events Las Vegas held its quarterly event, a mixer soiree that brings event planners, hospitality vendors and industry professionals together. More than 400 meeting professionals attended the summer event held at Senor Frog’s Las Vegas at Treasure Island, once again proving that the event-planning industry is flourishing in 2013.

Although each event has a different theme, the goal remains the same: to connect meeting planner clients with hospitality suppliers and industry professionals. This season’s event at Senor Frog’s allowed for attendees to mingle at their leisure while sampling from a menu of fun Mexican dishes while being surrounded by a vibrant atmosphere of fun bright colors, sights, sounds and textures with its many decorative elements, signs and banners.

“At every quarterly event Meeting Planner Resources selects a local nonprofit organization to support,” says Jennifer Mahar, associate publisher for Meetings & Events Las Vegas. The proceeds raised through raffle prizes generously donated by many industry leaders help aid a charitable cause. This event’s recipient was the Wounded Warrior Project (WWP), an organization that raises awareness and helps meet the needs of injured service members by providing a variety of uniquely directed programs and services. With the mission to honor and empower Wounded Warriors, WWP encourages veterans with physical to the invisible wounds of war as they adjust to their new normal and achieve new triumphs.

“This event’s partners included Big Bus Tours, Blue Man Group, Bootleg Canyon Flightlines, Cafe Rio Mexican Grill, Dal Toro Ristorante Events Center, Hash House A Go Go, Links International, National Atomic Testing Museum, Pampas Brazilian Grille, Taylor Made, Vegas Indoor Skydiving and Vintner Grill,” says Mahar. “All of our partners made some very generous donations and along with Meetings & Events Las Vegas’ own $300 donation, we were able to raise a total of $750 to help the Wounded Warrior Project to continue to pursue its mission.”

With the continued success of the quarterly events, Meetings & Events Las Vegas anxiously is awaiting the fall 2013 mixer, scheduled for November 7, 2013. For more information about upcoming events and to register for the fall event, visit www.MeetingsAndEventsLasVegas.com/rsvp/.

More Than 600 Meeting Professionals Come Together for Meetings & Events Las Vegas Spring 2013 Event

Meetings & Events Las Vegas recently held its second quarterly event, a mixer soirée that brings event planners, hospitality vendors and industry professionals together. More than 600 meeting professionals attended the spring event held at the brand-new Hakkasan Las Vegas at the MGM Grand along the Las Vegas Strip, once again proving that the event-planning industry is on the rise in 2013.

Although each event has a different theme, the goal remains the same: to connect meeting planner clients with hospitality suppliers and industry professionals. This season’s event kicked off the premiere weekend and unveiling of the ground-floor restaurant component of the AMG-managed Hakkasan Las Vegas as part of its five-level takeover of MGM Grand’s nightlife scene. The massive combination restaurant, lounge and nightclub crowns its $100-million dream project with a room helmed by Michelin-starred Chef Ho Chee Boon who serves up his modern Cantonese cuisine.

As one of the first events held at Hakkasan Las Vegas, this Meetings & Events Las Vegas mixer enabled attending industry professionals to tour the five-level club, and many took advantage of being a true insider and one of the first to see the new venue. Despite the 80,000-square-foot multilevel environment, the restaurant itself feels like an intimate atmosphere with a design that takes a contemporary spin on romanticized Chinoiserie with latticed wooden dividers that create an intricate maze of airy, open rooms known as “cages.” Seating throughout the venue includes clusters around small tables and different combinations with long banquettes. The lengthy bar, lit with mesmerizing wall projections, glows from a dark blue underlit top.

“At every quarterly event Meeting Planner Resources selects a local nonprofit organization to support,” says Jennifer Mahar, associate publisher for Meetings & Events Las Vegas. The proceeds raised through raffle prizes generously donated by many industry leaders help aid a charitable cause. This event’s recipient was the Nevada Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA), which is a nonprofit organization that operates a no-kill animal sanctuary and challenges people to be the best possible guardians for the companion animals in their care. Nevada SPCA treats each animal as an individual while striving to match each rescued animal with people by personality and lifestyle so every single one has the best chance to find a forever home.

“Thank you again for including Nevada SPCA in you big event,” says Doug Duke of the Nevada SPCA, “There was amazing energy there, and we brought back $650 in raffle proceeds that we can apply to animal rescue and advanced medical care costs at Nevada SPCA. This will make an important difference in saving many innocent lives.”

“All of our partners made some very generous donations and because of that we were able to raise $650 to enable Nevada SPCA to continue to pursue its mission," Mahar adds. "This event’s partners included Blue Man Group, Bootleg Canyon Flightline, Buca de Beppo, Cafe Rio Mexican Grill, Callaway, The Capital Grille, Courtyard by Marriott, Exotics Racing, Ferraro's Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar, Hash House A Go Go, Heraea, Pampas Brazillian Grille, P.J. Clarke's New York Chophouse, Planet Hollywood, Shutterbooth, Trade Show Technical and Vintner Grill.”

With the continued success of the quarterly events, Meetings & Events Las Vegas is anxiously awaiting the summer 2013 mixer, scheduled for early August. For more information about upcoming events and to register for the summer event, visit www.MeetingsAndEventsLasVegas.com/rsvp/. For additional spring 2013 event photos, visit http://www.shutteryou.com/photobooth/10214326/hakkasan/nv/corporate/shutterbooth.

More Than 300 Meeting Professionals Come Together for Meetings & Events Las Vegas Winter 2013 Event

For the first time this year, Meetings & Events Las Vegas held its quarterly event, a mixer soirée that brings event planners, hospitality vendors and industry professionals together. More than 300 meeting professionals attended the winter event held at the Bagatelle Las Vegas adjacent to the Tropicana Hotel along the Las Vegas Strip, once again proving that the event-planning industry is flourishing in 2013.

Although each event has a different theme, the goal remains the same: to connect meeting planner clients with hospitality suppliers and industry professionals. This season’s event at Bagtelle Las Vegas allowed for attendees to mingle at their leisure while sampling from a menu offering a variety of delicious dishes inspired by Southern France and the Riviera.

“At every quarterly event Meeting Planner Resources selects a local nonprofit organization to support,” says Jennifer Mahar, associate publisher for Meetings & Events Las Vegas. The proceeds raised through raffle prizes generously donated by many industry leaders help aid a charitable cause. This event’s recipient was Opportunity Village, which is a not-for-profit organization that serves people in the Southern Nevada community with intellectual disabilities, enhancing their lives and the lives of the families who love them. Through vocational training, community employment, day services, advocacy, arts and social recreation, citizens with severe disabilities are able to find new friends, realize future career paths, seek independence and community integration and unleash creative passions.

Mahar adds, “All of our partners made some very generous donations and because of that we were able to raise enough money to enable Opportunity Village to continue to pursue its mission.”

“On behalf of the 1,700 clients we serve at Opportunity Village,” says Resource Development Coordinator Sandy Ellis, “I would like to thank-you for the lovely event held at the Bagatelle with proceeds going to Opportunity Village. We are so lucky to have supporters, such as the members of Meetings & Events Las Vegas, who take the time to support our organization. All of the funds donated go directly to support the programs and services and clients that we serve every day. Thank you for MELV’s recognition of Opportunity Village.”

With the continued success of the quarterly events, Meetings & Events Las Vegas is anxiously awaiting the spring 2013 mixer, scheduled for May 2. For more information about upcoming events and to register for the spring event, visit www.MeetingsAndEventsLasVegas.com/rsvp/.

More Than 200 Meeting Professionals Come Together for Meetings & Events Las Vegas Fall Event

Meetings & Events Las Vegas held its fourth quarterly event of 2012 at The Pub at the Monte Carlo Las Vegas Resort and Casino. Located on the Street of Dreams, The Pub is the go-to spot at the Monte Carlo for great food, beer, sports and an all-around good time. The fall event on November 1st brought more than 200 event planners, hospitality vendors and industry professionals together, once again proving that the event-planning industry and Meetings & Events Las Vegas are prospering in 2012. Although each Meetings & Events Las Vegas event has a different theme, the goal remains the same: to connect meeting planner clients with hospitality suppliers and industry professionals. Unique to this event, guests were greeted with themed Blue Smoke specialty cocktails and had the opportunity to tour the property prior to the event. “On behalf of The Pub and the Monte Carlo sales team, we would like to thank everyone for coming to the MELV event on November first,” says The Pub Sales and Promotions Manager Jovana Dakic. “It was a great success and a pleasure meeting each and every one of you. We also appreciate those who supported the Make-A-Wish Foundation that evening.” As an added bonus, more than 100 of the event attendees were invited to experience the new Blue Man Group show with a private meet-and-greet after the performance. “At every quarterly event, Meeting Planner Resources selects a local nonprofit organization to support,” says Jennifer Mahar, Associate Publisher for Meetings & Events Las Vegas. 100% of the proceeds raised through a raffle of prizes generously donated by many industry leaders always go to aid a charitable cause. For this event, Meetings & Events Las Vegas selected the Make-A-Wish Foundation, the premier wish-granting organization for children with life-threatening conditions, in support of 17-year-old Katherine O., who suffers from cystic fibrosis, which among other things has caused the dental anomaly of four missing permanent teeth. The Make-A-Wish staff has started working on finding dental specialists to do the makeover Katherine needs, which will be completed in January with the help of James K. Rogers DDS, MS from Canyon Ridge Periodontics. To make Katherine’s wish even more unforgettable, this event raised nearly $2,500 in raffle proceeds and other donated items. While here in Las Vegas fulfilling her wish, Meeting & Events Las Vegas was able to arrange for La Quinta Inns and Suites to cover Katherine’s hotel stay the night of the event. Plus, she will get to participate in a photo shoot for which Breanna Stubbs at the Cristophe salon will do her hair and the Canyon Ranch SpaClub at the Venetian will provide a spa package for a manicure and pedicure. She also will get to enjoy racing at the indoor Pole Position Raceway, experience the living history of The Mob Attraction, eat at Hash House a Go Go and rub elbows with celebrities at Madame Tussauds Las Vegas. Nevada Ballet Theatre also provided two tickets for her to see The Nutcracker. “This event’s partners included Bally’s Las Vegas, Barbra and Frank: The Concert That Never Was, Blue Man Group, Bootleg Canyon Flightlines, Callaway Golf, Ferraro’s Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar, Fremont Street Flightlinez, Hard Rock Café, Hash House A Go Go, Mob Attraction Las Vegas, National Atomic Testing Museum, Nevada Ballet Theatre, The Pub at Monte Carlo, Vegas Indoor Skydiving and the World Famous Gold & Silver Pawn Shop,” says Mahar, “All of these partners made some very generous raffle donations, and because of that we were able to raise enough money to enable the Make-A-Wish Foundation to continue to pursue its mission and make Katherine’s wish come true.” With tears of joy in her eyes when she learned of the additional gifts she was receiving along with her wish, Katherine remarked, “I am so overwhelmed by the kindness and generosity shown to me to make my wish so extra special.” With the continued success of the quarterly events, Meetings & Events Las Vegas anxiously is awaiting the winter 2013 mixer, scheduled for February 7. For more information about upcoming events and to register for the fall event, visit: <a href="http://www.MeetingsAndEventsLasVegas.com/rsvp/">www.MeetingsAndEventsLasVegas.com/rsvp/</a>.

More Than 300 Meeting Professionals Come Together for Meetings & Events Las Vegas Summer Event

Meetings & Events Las Vegas held its third quarterly event of 2012 at the World Famous Gold and Silver Pawn Shop, home of The History Channel’s Pawn Stars reality series. The event not only served as the official launch of the “Party with the Pawn Stars” event space at the shop, but it also introduced the new venue and various event services to industry experts and planners throughout Las Vegas. The summer event on August 2 brought together more than 300 event planners, hospitality vendors and industry professionals, once again proving that the event-planning industry and Meetings & Events Las Vegas are flourishing in 2012. Although each Meetings & Events Las Vegas event has a different theme, the goal remains the same: to connect meeting planner clients with hospitality suppliers and industry professionals. The unique aspect of the venue and the opportunity for guests to mingle with the Pawn Stars cast members proved to be not only a major attraction for attendees of this event, but a draw for the future events at the venue. Holding the event at the Gold & Silver Pawn Shop while business was still being conducted in the store front allowed attendees not only to tour the store and the Party with the Pawn Stars pad, but allowed Meetings & Events Las Vegas to bring in a lot of their own industry partners to assist in transforming the space into an event venue. “Our MELV event was a great way to introduce Gold & Silver Pawn to a new audience and to get the message out to decision makers about the availability of our space for events,” says Gold & Silver Pawn Shop General Manager Theo Spyer. He adds, “It was tremendous fun and hundreds of people attended and enjoyed themselves.” Of course the event would not have been possible without the generous support of the following esteemed event sponsors: The Capital Grille, Hash House A Go Go, Roy’s Restaurant, PBR and Ranch House Kitchen provided a fine assortment of food while complimentary cocktails and drinks were provided by Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Harney & Sons, Pabst Blue Ribbon, smartwater and Trilogy Fine Wine & Spirits. Other essential suppliers for the event included Dream Entertainment, Access Pass & Design, Agile Trade Show and Event Furnishings, Las Vegas Shoe Shine Girl, ShutterBooth and Linda Q Photography. “At every quarterly event, Meeting Planner Resources selects a local nonprofit organization to support,” says Jennifer Mahar, associate publisher for Meetings & Events Las Vegas. From a raffle of prizes generously donated by many industry leaders, the proceeds always go to help a charitable cause. For this event, Meetings & Events Las Vegas selected Three Square Food Bank, an organization that supports hunger relief programs that benefit more than 650 program partners in Southern Nevada, including food pantries, soup kitchens, shelters and after-school programs. “Many of our partners made very generous raffle donations, and because of that we were able to raise enough money to enable Three Square to continue to pursue its mission,” says Mahar. The event’s partners that supported the raffle include Bootleg Canyon Flightlines, Dollar Rent A Car, Dream Racing™, Ferraro’s Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar, Fremont Street Flightlinez, George Wallace, Gordon Biersch Brewery and Restaurant, Hash House A Go Go, Mob Attraction Las Vegas, National Atomic Testing Museum, Palm Restaurant, X Burlesque and of course the World Famous Gold & Silver Pawn Shop, which provided thousands of dollars of signed memorabilia. “We’re grateful to have such a generous partner like Meetings & Events Las Vegas,” says Brian Burton, president and CEO of Three Square Food Bank. “The money raised from their quarterly mixer will provide more than 4,500 meals to those in need in Southern Nevada.” With the continued success of the quarterly events, Meetings & Events Las Vegas anxiously is awaiting the fall 2012 mixer, scheduled for November 1. For more information about upcoming events and to register for the fall event, visit <a href="http://www.MeetingsAndEventsLasVegas.com/rsvp/">www.MeetingsAndEventsLasVegas.com/rsvp/</a>.

Meetings & Events Las Vegas Hosts Spring Event at Trump International Hotel for the Meeting Planning Industry

Meetings & Events Las Vegas (MELV) held its second quarterly event of the year, a mixer that brings event planners, hospitality vendors and industry professionals together. Although each event has a different theme, the goal remains the same: to connect meeting planner clients with hospitality suppliers and industry professionals. More than 300 meeting professionals attended the spring event held at the Trump International Hotel Las Vegas, once again proving that the event-planning industry is flourishing in 2012. More than 100 guests took advantage of the pre-event tours of the luxury hotel where attendees were greeted with champagne and had the opportunity to view the guest suites, penthouse, spa and meeting spaces, each staged to showcase the unique possibilities of the hotel, from intimate board meetings to small conferences with breakout rooms. Marketing Manager for Trump International Hotel Las Vegas Jason Demuth comments, “We are pleased to have been given the opportunity to showcase our property to hundreds of qualified attendees who were genuinely interested in learning about our meeting and event space.” Event Coordinator Sara Costanza of 21st Century Oncology attended the event and remarked, “The MELV event at the Trump Las Vegas was great. I’ve never been on the property before, and this was a great way to see the venues they offer as well as get the chance to meet new contacts. I’m always able to take something away from the events the MELV staff puts together.” After the champagne tours, the event continued poolside at the Trump Hotel Las Vegas, where more than 300 attendees mingled at their leisure. “By partnering with a luxury brand hotel as our host venue for the Spring 2012 event,” says Associate Publisher Jennifer Mahar of Meetings & Events Las Vegas, “we were able to get out-of-state Privilege Partners and planners not only to attend the event but to experience the hotel before and after. We are excited about the integration of new event trends and technologies that assist in the overall attendee experience while still allowing our hospitality partners the opportunity to connect with qualified planners.” Also at the event were bonus services, such as professional shoe shining, liquor vendors, massages, bands and photo booths. Visit <a href="http://www.shutteryou.com/photobooth/6107763/trump-las-vegas/nv/corporate/shutterbooth">www.shutteryou.com/photobooth/6107763/trump-las-vegas/nv/corporate/shutterbooth</a> to see photos from the event. For more photos of the event, visit the Meetings & Events Las Vegas Facebook page at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Meetings-and-Events-Las-Vegas-Magazine/108451748838">www.facebook.com/pages/Meetings-and-Events-Las-Vegas-Magazine/108451748838</a> “At every quarterly event, Meeting Planner Resources selects a local nonprofit organization to support,” says Mahar. The proceeds raised through a raffle of prizes generously donated by industry leaders help aid the charitable cause. This year’s recipient was Opportunity Village. This not-for-profit organization serves people with intellectual disabilities, providing them with vocational training, employment and social-recreation services that make their lives more productive and interesting. More than 1,000 people with disabilities benefit from the programs and services so they can work in jobs throughout the community, pay taxes and live more fulfilling lives. “This event’s partners included The Mob Museum, Las Vegas Shoe Shine Girl, DSA Country SuperStars Show, Sky High Marketing, Ferraro’s Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar, Hussong’s Cantina, Dream Racing™, Dollar Car Rental, The Palm Restaurant, Bootleg Canyon Flightlines, the National Atomic Testing Museum, Nevada Ballet Theatre, Trump International, Agile Tradeshow & Event Furnishings, Margaritaville Casino and Restaurant Las Vegas, Machine Guns Vegas, Café Rio, Flightlinez and Sky Combat Ace,” says Mahar. “All of our partners made some very generous donations and because of that we were able to raise enough money to enable Opportunity Village to continue to pursue its mission.” “Trump Las Vegas was a wonderful host, including great food and entertainment,” says Opportunity Village Fund Development and Community Outreach Manager Dawn Newburg. “The raffle was very popular with several great prizes won by all. I would like to thank all of the MELV members that participated in the raffle. The proceeds from the raffle… directly support the job-training and job-placement programs we provide for our 1,700 clients. Thank you again for all of your support.” You can view the video from the spring event at <a href="http://www.MeetingsAndEventsLasVegas.com/video/event7/">www.MeetingsAndEventsLasVegas.com/video/event7/</a>. With the continued success of the quarterly events, Meetings & Events Las Vegas anxiously is awaiting the summer 2012 mixer, scheduled for August 2, 2012. Shortly, you will be able to register for this summer’s event at <a href="http://www.MeetingsAndEventsLasVegas.com/rsvp/">www.MeetingsAndEventsLasVegas.com/rsvp/</a>. Stay tuned for more details.

Meetings & Events Las Vegas Hosts Winter Event at BB King's Blues Club for the Meeting Planning Industry

For the first time this year, Meetings & Events Las Vegas held its quarterly event, a mixer soirée that brings event planners, hospitality vendors and industry professionals together. More than 200 meeting professionals attended the winter event held at the BB King’s Blues Club at The Mirage Hotel and Casino, once again proving that the event-planning industry is flourishing in 2012. Although each event has a different theme, the goal remains the same: to connect meeting planner clients with hospitality suppliers and industry professionals. This season’s event at the BB King’s Blues Club allowed for attendees to mingle at their leisure while sampling from a menu offering a variety of delicious Southern comfort food influenced by flavors from New Orleans to the Mississippi Delta. The intimate supper club-style restaurant is also a fantastic live music venue with some of the finest local entertainment in town, featuring the fabulous B.B. King All-Star Band. “We were excited to host the MELV 2012 winter event! It was a fantastic opportunity to showcase our unique, live music venue, classic southern comfort food and venue flexibility," states Nicole Ismert, sales, marketing and events manager for BB King's Blues Club. "Grant Garland’s blues and Motown tunes accompanied our white cheddar mac-and-cheese bar to create the perfect pair for attendees to see what BB King’s has to offer. It was a great night, and we are looking forward to the next event!” “At every quarterly event Meeting Planner Resources selects a local nonprofit organization to support,” says Jennifer Mahar, Associate Publisher for Meetings & Events Las Vegas. The proceeds raised through raffle prizes generously donated by many industry leaders help aid a charitable cause. This year’s recipient was Habitat for Humanity Las Vegas. This organization revitalizes and stabilizes neighborhoods in the community that cannot support private development, building single-family homes throughout Clark County for working families earning less than 80 percent of the area median income. The homes are sold at no profit through a no-interest mortgage. Families volunteer their labor to help build the homes, including the one they will eventually purchase. “This event’s partners included Palm Restaurant, Vinter Grill, Atomic Testing Museum, Blue Man Group, Awesome Adventures, Minus5 Ice Bar, Ferraro's italian Restaurant and Wine Bar, Bouchon in Las Vegas, Bootleg Canyon Flightlines, Billy Bob’s Steakhouse and Saloon at Sam’s Town Hotel and Gambling Hall, Flightlinez on Freemont Street and much more,” says Mahar, “All of our partners made some very generous donations and because of that we were able to raise enough money to enable Habitat for Humanity to continue to pursue its mission.” “The support of Meetings & Events Las Vegas gives Habitat for Humanity the ability to reach out to individuals and communities, offering a hand up not a hand out, making a difference one family at a time, one neighborhood at a time,” says Troy Simmons, director of retail operations for Habitat for Humanity Las Vegas. Of the donation given, Simmons remarks that it “will go directly to this cause—maybe not so glamorous, but so important. The donations will go to repair our box—the truck we use to pick up lumber, paint, roof tiles and other donations we use to build homes and repair neighborhoods.” With the continued success of the quarterly events, Meetings & Events Las Vegas is anxiously awaiting the spring 2012 mixer, scheduled for May 3, 2012, at Trump International Las Vegas. For more information about upcoming events and to register for the spring event, visit <a href="http://www.MeetingsAndEventsLasVegas.com/rsvp/">www.MeetingsAndEventsLasVegas.com/rsvp/</a> and to review the video from our winter event visit <a href="http://www.meetingsandeventslasvegas.com/video/event6/">www.meetingsandeventslasvegas.com/video/event6/</a>.

Meetings & Events Las Vegas Hosts Summer Event at Simon Restaurant for the Meeting Planning Industry

Las Vegas (Aug. 04, 2011) — For the third time this year, Meetings & Events Las Vegas (MELV) held their quarterly event, a mixer soiree that brings event planners, hospitality vendors, and industry professionals together. More than 200 meeting professionals attended the Summer Event held at the Simon Restaurant and Lounge at Palms Place, once again proving that the event planning industry is flourishing in 2011. Although each event has a different theme, the goal remains the same: connect meeting planner clients with hospitality suppliers and industry professionals. This season’s event at the Simon Restaurant and Lounge at Palms Place allowed for attendees to mingle at their leisure while sampling a vast variety of foods, ranging from high-end sushi to luxurious desserts at various food stations. Guests attending the MELV event were offered a chance tour the Penthouse prior to the event. “Every quarterly event meeting Planner Resources selects a local non- profit organization to support,” said Jennifer Mahar Mulder, Associate Publisher for Meetings & Events Las Vegas. “This event’s MELV partners included Super Summer Theatre, Canyon Gate Country Club, Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant, Palm Restaurant, Vinter Grill, Paymon’s Mediterranean Restaurant and Lounge, Minus 5 Ice Bar, Suncoast Hotel and Casino, Hyatt Place, Bootleg Canyon Flightlines, Billy Bob’s Steakhouse at Sam’s Town, and Frightlines on Freemont Street. All of our partners made some very generous donations and because of that we were able to raise enough money to fund 36 night stays at the Ronald McDonald House for families in need.” Each year the proceeds raised through raffle prizes generously donated by many industry leaders help aid a charitable cause. This year’s recipient was the Ronald McDonald House Charities® (RMHC®) of Greater Las Vegas. This organization provides temporary housing for families who travel to Las Vegas to receive medical treatment for their children. RMHC of Greater Las Vegas also works to better the lives of children and their families in Southern Nevada through Lunch is On Us, the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile and the RMHC Scholarship program. “We were delighted when Meetings & Events Las Vegas chose to donate their raffle proceeds to us. This donation comes at a critical time, as our occupancy rates soar during the summer,” said Courtney Loughridge, Director of Fund Development at RMHC of Greater Las Vegas. “Parents often schedule critical procedures and treatments for their child when they are out of school — and they and their families count on us for lodging and support.” With the continued success of the quarterly events, Meetings & Events Las Vegas is anxiously awaiting the Fall 2011 mixer, scheduled for November 03, 2011. For more information about upcoming events and to register for the Fall Event, visit <a href="http://www.MeetingsAndEventsLasVegas.com/rsvp">www.MeetingsAndEventsLasVegas.com/rsvp</a> and to review the video from our summer event visit <a href="http://www.MeetingsAndEventsLasVegas.com/video/event5/">www.MeetingsAndEventsLasVegas.com/video/event5</a>/.

Meetings & Events Las Vegas Hosts Spring Event at Vintner Grill Strip for the Meeting Planning Industry

<div style="text-align: center;">Proceeds Raised Benefit Local Meeting Planner Molly Vincent </div> Las Vegas (May 23, 2011) — For the second time this year, Meetings & Events Las Vegas (MELV) held their quarterly event, a mixer soiree which brings event planners, hospitality vendors, and industry professionals together. Nearly 200 meeting professionals attended the Spring Event held at the recently opened Vintner Grill Strip at Neiman Marcus, proving again that the event planning industry is thriving in 2011. Each quarterly event has a different theme but the same goal: connect meeting planner clients with hospitality suppliers and industry professionals. This seasons’ event at Vintner Grill Strip at Neiman Marcus allowed for attendees to mingle at their leisure in the elegant atmosphere above the luxury specialty retail department store at Fashion Show Mall. For many attendees, the MELV event was their first chance to experience the new venue, which is part of the Corrigan Restaurants portfolio, and see first hand why the location has received such rave reviews. "We were thrilled to have hosted MELV at Vintner Grill Strip as part of our overall launch efforts; the support of their members has always been so important to us," said Michael Corrigan, owner and president of Corrigan Restaurants. "The opportunity to showcase the incredible views of the Strip and the venue flexibility along with our acclaimed cuisine and outstanding service was fantastic. I know attendees were especially interested to learn that we don't charge many of the traditional fees associated with private events on the Strip, and we've already received several calls from members. Overall, it was a great night." Attendees where also treated to the vocal styling’s of musical artist J.C. which was provided by Soli Concepts Entertainment. J.C. is a Las Vegas native who has toured with national artists such as Jason Mraz, Boz Scaggs and Big Bad Voodoo Daddy. His performance brought a fun and interactive energy to the room, adding to the overall mood of the evening. Each year the proceeds raised through raffle prizes generously donated by many industry leaders help aid a charitable cause. This year’s recipient was long time meeting planner and local DMC Molly Vincent from A Vegas Expressions. Molly is need of a kidney transplant as a result of her Advanced IGA Nephropathy condition. The MELV event raised money with all proceeds to contribute to her medical expenses associated with the transplant. Jane George, president of A Vegas Expression, shared her appreciation, “I wish to thank Meeting Planner Resources for their cash gift to help Molly Vincent with her expenses after receiving a kidney transplant at UMC Tucson. The generosity was above and beyond what Molly could have ever expected from her peers. While insurance covers most of the transplant the cost of staying in Tucson for a month after surgery is not covered and your gift has more than helped ease this burden. Thank you again for thinking of Molly at this time — we all wait her arrival back in Las Vegas with her health restored.” With the continued success of the quarterly events, Meetings & Events Las Vegas is eagerly looking forward to the summer 2011 mixer scheduled for August 4th. For more information about upcoming events and to register for the Summer Event, visit <a href="http://www.MeetingsAndEventsLasVegas.com/rsvp">www.MeetingsAndEventsLasVegas.com/rsvp</a> and to review the video from our spring event visit <a href="http://www.MeetingsAndEventsLasVegas.com/video/event4/">www.MeetingsAndEventsLasVegas.com/video/event4/</a> .

Meetings & Events Las Vegas Hosts Winter Event at PBR Rock Bar for the Meeting Planning Industry

PROCEEDS RAISED BENEFIT THREE SQUARE Las Vegas (February 9, 2010) — For the first time this year, Meetings & Events Las Vegas (MELV) held their quarterly event, a mixer soiree which brings event planners, hospitality vendors, and industry professionals together. Nearly 200 meeting professionals attended the Winter Event held at PBR Rock Bar at Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino. Each quarterly event has a different theme but the same goal: connect meeting planner clients with hospitality suppliers and industry professionals. This seasons’ event at PBR Rock Bar allowed for attendees to mingle at their leisure in a casual and fun atmosphere. Tracy Dean, Director of Special Events at PBR Rock Bar happily hosted guests who had the opportunity to experience the venue for the first time. Dean said, “I was impressed by the amount of attendees and was thrilled with the over all compliments we were showered with on our stellar staff and delicious food!” Dean went on to say, "The MELV event gave me the opportunity and exposure to set up future site visits and have already received numerous inquiries for future corporate events since the event last week." The Winter Event was supported by many generous sponsors who donated raffle prizes with 100% of the proceeds again going to the Meeting & Events Las Vegas charity of choice, Three Square. Meetings & Events Las Vegas has selected Three Square as the donation recipient for several seasons, making 2011 another year of continued support to the Southern Nevada food bank. Melia Smith, External Events Coordinator with Three Square remarked on the milestone accomplishment this years’ event has reached, “It raised $675 which is the most ever raised through this event! We truly appreciate your support and are grateful to have the opportunity to be a continual recipient of the MELV mixers.” The money raised translates into 2,025 meals provided to people who struggle with hunger. With the success of the Winter Event, Meetings & Events Las Vegas is eagerly looking forward to the next mixer scheduled for Spring 2011. For more information about upcoming events and to register for the Spring Event, visit <a href="http://www.MeetingsAndEventsLasVegas.com/rsvp">www.MeetingsAndEventsLasVegas.com/rsvp</a>.

Meetings & Events Las Vegas Hosts Fall 2010 Event at Rouge For the Meeting Planning Industry

Proceeds Raised Benefit Three Square Las Vegas (November 16, 2010) — For the fourth time this year, Meetings & Events Las Vegas (MELV) held their quarterly event, a mixer soiree which brings event planners, hospitality vendors, and industry professionals together. More than 100 meeting professionals attended the Fall Event held at the stylish Rouge at the MGM Grand. Each quarterly event has a different theme but the same goal: connect meeting planner clients with hospitality suppliers and industry professionals. This seasons MELV theme was to create an intimate and personal atmosphere to allow for a more direct and one-on-one business approach. The Rouge provided a warm backdrop for both locals and attendees who traveled near and far to proactively cement current and forthcoming partnerships. Managing Partner of Corporate Events Las Vegas, Toni Reiser said, “It was a huge success for my business. Those in attendance were there to conduct business while socializing at an exciting venue at the MGM.” Robin Jay, President of the Las Vegas Convention Speakers Bureau echoed the sentiment shared by other attendees saying, “MELV’s networking events are not-to-be-missed by anyone in the industry. I always come away from these events delighted, knowing I invested my time wisely. I not only get to visit with MELV’s “A-List” of advertisers and industry experts, but I also get to make important, new connections.” The Fall Event was supported by many generous sponsors who donated raffle prizes with 100% of the proceeds again going to the Meeting and Events Las Vegas charity of choice, Three Square. Melia Smith, External Events Coordinator with Three Square remarked on the cumulative accomplishment this years’ events have garnered. “We are grateful for the continual support of Meetings and Events Las Vegas and are happy to announce that $1,345 has been raised in 2010. This has provided over 4,000 meals for people who struggle with hunger this year. Meetings and Events Las Vegas is a wonderful example of the community collaboration Three Square values in the fight to end hunger in our community.” To continue the success acquired this season, Meetings & Events Las Vegas already has two more events planned which will continue the goal of connecting meeting planners with significant vendors and professionals. The next mixer scheduled for February 3rd, 2011, at PBR will host a larger event with a more casual scene for first-time introductions and business prospecting. Following the February Event is the Spring Event on May 5th, 2011. For more information about upcoming events, visit <a href="http://www.MeetingsAndEventsLasVegas.com/rsvp">www.MeetingsAndEventsLasVegas.com/rsvp</a>. To view a clip of the Las Vegas event held at the V Theater from the last season, visit <a href="http://www.meetingsandeventslasvegas.com/eventvideo/">www.meetingsandeventslasvegas.com/eventvideo/</a>.

Meetings & Events Las Vegas Hosts Summer 2010 Event at V Theater For the Meeting Planning Industry

For Immediate Release: Las Vegas (August 24, 2010) — Meetings & Events Las Vegas (MELV) held their much anticipated Summer Event, a mixer soiree for event planners, hospitality vendors, and industry professionals, on August 5th, 2010. More than 200 meeting professionals attended the event, which was held on the Veranda at the V Theater over looking the Miracle Mile at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. Meeting planners and convention partners came in locally and from nearby states like California and Arizona while others traveled further in order to attend the event and meet the hospitality partners for upcoming events they are planning in the Las Vegas Valley. The evening also proved to be beneficial for developing newfound business relationships. Juanita Bryant, Immediate Past President of the International Association of Administrative Professionals said, “I really had an opportunity to meet some very beneficial companies and made some new connections for my future planning objectives.” Upon arrival, guests were given vouchers to a complimentary showing of VEGAS! THE SHOW. Patrick Vinson, Director of Sales & Marketing at the V Theater Event Center said, "We were pleased to host the MELV Summer Event and share planning ideas with everyone there. And, we were especially proud to invite everyone in attendance to watch our newest live stage production entitled VEGAS! THE SHOW. The mayor of our city even proclaimed it ‘VEGAS! THE SHOW’ day at the grand opening last week!" The quarterly event was orchestrated by MELV Associate Publisher Jennifer Mahar Mulder. Mulder gives praise to Divine Events who catered the event and showcased a gourmet taco station featuring their Dr. Pepper carnitas, and passed appetizers from lamb kafta meatballs and lump crab cakes to roasted bloody mary bay shrimp cocktail, shellfish ceviche, and spanikopitas. There was something for everyone down to the variety of flavored mousse shots for dessert. “The venue and amazing food coupled with an open bar and photo booth provided by Las Vegas Photo Party, made for a fun-filled event and allowed for the high standard of quality events our company is accustomed to hosting,” Mulder stated at the end of the evening. Ann Parsons, Marketing Director of Vegas Weddings agreed saying, “The venue was very cozy with an array of wonderful food and beverages!” The Summer Event was generously supported by a multitude of sponsors who donated raffle prizes with 100% of the proceeds going to the Meeting and Events Las Vegas charity of choice: Three Square. With a mission to provide wholesome food to hungry people, Three Square is passionately pursuing a hunger free community. More than $4,000 worth of generous donations was received from the following organizations: Silverstone Golf Club; Ferraro’s Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar; Bouchon at The Venetian; Paymon’s; Richardo’s; Dollar Rent A Car; Nevada Ballet Theatre; Vegas! The Show; V-The Ultimate Variety Show; The Mentalist Live; and Marc Savard – Comedy Hypnosis. The money donated to Three Square provided 1,170 meals to those in need in the Las Vegas Valley. Artist management and event planning company My Las Vegas Connection brought guests Mikalah Gordon and David Hernandez of American Idol fame, who were graciously taking photos and mingling with the guests. Industry professional, Shari Sutton of Sutton Watkins Advertising & Marketing got a chance to meet and chat with prospective clients without the usual uneasiness sometimes associated with a sales call. “MELV networking events are a great way to connect with people in our industry. They’re well organized and entertaining, providing a great opportunity to meet new clients and suppliers,” stated Sutton. “Our management team really enjoyed themselves and it was an amazing networking event,” said Carlinda "Carli" Collins of Nite Tours International which pioneered the club crawl concept and offers packages for small and large groups. “An excellent event with the right mix of business networking and great new people to meet ...well done,” exclaimed Bob Cooper, Economic Development Manager for the City of Henderson. To continue the success garnered this season, Meetings & Events Las Vegas already has three more events planned which will continue the theme of connecting meeting planners with significant vendors and professionals. The next event is scheduled for November 4th, 2010 followed by the winter event on February 3rd, 2011 and the spring event on May 5th, 2011. For more information about upcoming events, visit <a href="http://www.MeetingsAndEventsLasVegas.com/rsvp">www.MeetingsAndEventsLasVegas.com/rsvp</a>. To view a clip of the Las Vegas event held at the V Theater from earlier this month, visit <a href="http://www.meetingsandeventslasvegas.com/eventvideo/">www.meetingsandeventslasvegas.com/eventvideo/</a>.

Meeting Professionals and Nonprofits Unite for Meetings & Events Las Vegas Spring Event

Meetings & Events Las Vegas held their Spring Event, a mixer for event planners, hospitality vendors, and industry professionals, last Thursday. More than 200 meeting professionals registered for the event, which was held at Crossroads of House of Blues® inside Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino. Meeting planners and convention PENDO partners came in locally and from nearby states like California and Arizona while others traveled further from New York, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Arkansas, and Illinois in order to attend the event and meet the hospitality partners for their upcoming events in the Las Vegas Valley. The evening also proved to be beneficial for developing newfound business relationships. The House of Blues received 12 site visits from potential clients, and vendors were able to successfully meet with event planners and discuss future partnerships. “The food was excellent and the overall event was a good networking opportunity,” said IAAP - Chapter President Juanita Bryant. “It was nice to get a tour of the Foundation Room for future events.” The Spring Event was generously supported by a multitude of sponsors who donated raffle prizes with 100% of the proceeds going to the Meeting and Events Las Vegas charity of choice: Three Square. More than $8,000 worth of generous donations were received from the following organizations: Dollar Rent A Car; Cheeseburger Las Vegas; Ben & Jerry’s; Jason’s Deli; Las Vegas Paiute Golf Resort; Hyatt Place Las Vegas; Sienna & Arroyo Golf Club; Silverstone Golf Club; Vegas Weddings; Emerald Suites; House of Blues; Blue Man Group; Gambler’s General Store; Pete’s Piano Bar; and Cirque du Soleil. “It was a terrific event, complete with good conversation, phenomenal networking opportunities and a raffle supporting our organization,” said Three Square Food Bank Onsite Event Manager Pietra Sardelli. “With the money donated from Meetings & Events Las Vegas, Three Square will be able to provide more than 1,650 meals to hungry people in Southern Nevada. Fighting hunger is a collaborative effort and we are truly grateful to have generous partners like Meetings & Events.” The quarterly event was orchestrated by Associate Publisher Jennifer Mahar Mulder. “It was amazing to see the energy in the room,” said Dr. Lisa Edler, community partnership coordinator of East Career and Technical Academy. “I was impressed by how much Jennifer did for her guests, including the giveaways and bags she put together.” “It’s always a blast to meet with fellow event and meeting planners,” stated Carly Rosich, Brand Marketing Manager of House of Blues Las Vegas. “House of Blues Las Vegas is a dynamic venue with so much to offer. We would like to thank everyone that was in attendance for this event." The mixer also marked the release of the latest issue of Meetings & Events Las Vegas, the city’s premier resource guide for corporate event planners and out-of-town meeting and convention attendees. The publication is also circulated to exhibitors in the trade show and convention industry.

Meetings and Events Las Vegas Magazine Debuts Its Second Edition

January 30, 2009, Las Vegas -- Meeting Planner Resources debuted its second edition of Meetings and Events Las Vegas with a launch party in the new LAVO nightclub, bathhouse and restaurant located in the Palazzo tower of the Venetian Hotel. More than 100 local hospitality experts mingled with each other and about 50 local and out-of-state business meeting planners (BMPs). The event mirrors the philosophy of Meetings and Events Las Vegas as well that of Associate Publisher, Jennifer Mahar. “Bringing together people to do business with each other is my passion and is the goal of all of our efforts here in Las Vegas,” said Mahar. “What we are most excited about is rolling out our new Convention Partner program in the coming months. By working closely with many of the city’s top conventions, Meetings and Events Las Vegas will be widely used as inserts for national and international trade show exhibitors to allow them to make the most effective use of the available time for satellite meetings while they are attending their conventions and trade shows.” Meetings and Events Las Vegas is currently distributed biannually to 40,000 BMPs, corporate executives with annual budgets exceeding $250,000) in feeder cities and utilizes the distribution network created by local Meeting Planner Directories published by Meeting Planner Resources.