Hospitality and Event Planning Network (HEPN) for 16 November 2009
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This week's edition includes:
*** The Short Self-Pitch (SSP)
*** Upcoming Conferences
1. Registration Account Manager; J. Spargo & Associates, Inc.; Fairfax,
VA
2. ASSISTANT MEETING PLANNER; Board of Pensions of the Presbyterian
Church (U.S.A.); Philadelphia, PA
3. Director of Learning Experiences; International Association of
Exhibitions and Events; Dallas, TX
4. Meeting Coordinator/Administrative Assistant; Ascension Health; St.
Louis, MO
5. Meetings Manager; PSMJ Resources, Inc; Newton, MA
6. Director of Convention Services; Caesars Palace; Las Vegas, NV
7. Convention, Events and Meetings Director; National Funeral Directors
Association; Brookfield, WI



************* The Short Self-Pitch (SSP) *********************

The HEPN offers a special feature: the Short Self-Pitch (SSP). If you
are looking for a job opportunity or offer free-lance services, send a
brief paragraph to sonjahepn@comcast.net. One SSP will be included each
week.


************* Upcoming Conferences *************

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next newsletter.


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1. Registration Account Manager; J. Spargo & Associates, Inc.; Fairfax,
VA

J. Spargo & Associates, Inc. is an event management company located in
Fairfax, VA. We have an opening for an Account Manager to handle
registration services for multiple clients. The ideal candidate must be
able to plan, coordinate and manage all aspects of Registration for
expos/conferences with 200 - 25,000 attendees.

Requirements:

. Bachelor's degree
. 3+ yrs trade show, meeting planning or project management experience
. 2+ yrs database experience (Access and Excel preferred)
. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access
. Must be able to multi-task and require little supervision
. Must be a team player, organized, and have attention to detail
. Travel required: 25%

We offer excellent benefits and a casual work environment. Please fax
resume with salary history to 703-818-9177 Attn: HR or email
jsajobs@jspargo.com. Please visit our website at www.jspargo.com.


2. ASSISTANT MEETING PLANNER; Board of Pensions of the Presbyterian
Church (U.S.A.); Philadelphia, PA

The Board of Pensions of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), one of the
largest Church Pension funds in the U.S. offers an exciting growth
oriented opportunity for an energetic, experienced individual interested
in helping us plan, organize and coordinate meetings. A college degree
and 1-3 years of event planning or related hotel experience is
necessary. Experience in negotiating hotel and vendor contracts, and
preparing budgets is required.
Job Requirements
To view the complete job description and requirements, please visit
www.pensions.org and click on Careers at the Board. We provide a
competitive salary and a non-contributory benefits package. We reward
and encourage excellence, recognize achievement, and promote talent with
extensive, professional training and development in a caring and
friendly business-casual work environment. If you are qualified and
interested in supporting our special mission of service to those who
serve the Church, please send your resume along with a cover letter
indicating your salary history and requirements in complete confidence
to: Sheldon Dennis, Director of Human Resources, The Board of Pensions
of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), 2000 Market Street, Philadelphia,
PA 19103. Fax 215-587-7129. E-mail resumes@pensions.org EOE.


3. Director of Learning Experiences; International Association of
Exhibitions and Events; Dallas, TX

http://www.jobtarget.com/c/job.cfm?site_id=518&jb=6199721

4. Meeting Coordinator/Administrative Assistant; Ascension Health; St.
Louis, MO

http://careers.mpiweb.org/c/job.cfm?site_id=8168&jb=6206929


5. Meetings Manager; PSMJ Resources, Inc; Newton, MA

http://careers.mpiweb.org/c/job.cfm?site_id=8168&jb=6090913


6. Director of Convention Services; Caesars Palace; Las Vegas, NV

http://careers.mpiweb.org/c/job.cfm?site_id=8168&jb=6195812


7. Convention, Events and Meetings Director; National Funeral Directors
Association; Brookfield, WI

http://asi.careerhq.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=3228461


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