Founded with the spirit of Midwest hospitality, our agency was inspired by the market’s need for expert Destination Management combined with the personalized touch of a Boutique Agency. Our hands-on approach offers you an insider’s view of the destination, ensuring an authentic and immersive experience. We bring creativity to every aspect, from the smallest details to budget management, crafting unique inclusions that reflect the local flavor. With decades of industry experience and destination-specific knowledge, we provide a unique opportunity for our clients to collaborate with us in producing one-of-a-kind event experiences that leave a lasting impression.Learn more about our founding company history www.chicagois.com

Creative Full Service Event Production Solutions for Corporate, Association and Incentive Programs. Over 40 years of industry experience with a boutique agency approach.

Full-service Destination Management Company creating comprehensive event production for groups traveling inbound to Chicago, that specializes in Corporate, Association and Incentive Programs. Chicago Is… has over 40 years of experience in the Corporate Event Industry. ● Develop Corporate, Association or Incentive Programs based on clients Request for Proposal● Illustrate event concept through proposal presentation, event development and execution● Develop and monitor finances to ensure expenses are kept within clients established budget● Negotiate contracts with vendors to secure cost savings to pass along to clients● Manage pre-event logistic planning and day of event implementation● Supervise contract staff and delegate staff assignments● Develop, implement, and market innovative concepts for events for future opportunities ● Outside sales and marketing for DMC services● Proven event success supported by client accolades and client program retention year-over-year.

Event Production and Meeting Services for Corporate, Association and Incentive Programs Include:● Formulate creative program logistics through analyzing client requirements and event objective ● Illustrate event concept with composed proposal writing, event development and execution● Capitalizing on cost saving opportunity to enhance event effectiveness ● Orchestrate onsite pre-event logistic planning and day of event implementation● Manage contract staff and delegate staff assignments● Post-program services including accounting and invoice administrative services for every program assignment.● Proven event success supported by client accolades and client program retention year-over-year.● Restaurant Sourcing and food and beverage management, Gala Event Production, Award Ceremony Production, Meeting Services, Catering, Decor, Teambuilding, Tours, Transportation, Dinearound, Hotel Sourcing - one stop for all of our client event and meeting needs

Full-service Destination Management Company creating comprehensive event production for groups traveling inbound to Chicago, that specializes in Corporate, Association and Incentive Programs. Chicago Is… has over 35 years of experience in the Corporate Event Industry. This experience has built solid relationships and local connections necessary to ensure the highest quality service at the best value for special events, dine-arounds, tour programs and transportation.Personal attention is the hallmark of the Chicago Is… experience. From conceptualization to completion, our Account Managers work closely with clients through every step of the process to ensure the success of their programs. We act as a seamless extension of our clients, striving to realize their goals and visions. Our team develops inventive and customized solutions for the client’s program needs.

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Southwest Conference Planners, Inc. is a comprehensive destination management company specializing in the design and implementation of unique and memorable programs for corporations, incentive clients, and associations visiting Arizona. In business since 1987, our experience has given us knowledge of the best vendors in the western United States and has provided us the opportunity to establish strong relationships with our suppliers ensuring quick response, superior service and preferred pricing. Our mission over the years has been to develop our service and reputation to a point that we are recognized as industry leaders in the eyes of both our clients and industry peers. We have worked to achieve this goal by focusing on creativity, knowledge of the destination, time management and flexibility. Demanding quality from ourselves as well as our suppliers allows us to meet expectations and special customer needs.• Handled event management functions associated with theme selection, catering services, transportation, decor, entertainment, gifts, amenities, and dine-arounds. • Performed vendor relationship management initiatives and secured competitive pricing for all purchases.• Delivered superior level of service to a diverse clientele, which improved retention levels.• Provided support to the sales and operations teams using excellent business skills.

The Fellowship is a nine-month, part-time leadership development program for a select group of individuals from a diverse background.Through training, coaching, project-based work and mentoring, the program gives up-and-coming leaders the skills and networks they need to advance progressive political change in their communities.Included:-Five Weekend Workshops -Regular One-on-one and Small Group Coaching -Project-based Learning -Mentorship -Political Networking With the help of national experts, guest trainers and state-wide leaders, CPL Fellows receive the skills and networks they need to be powerful advocates for progressive change in their communities, including progressive vision & values, fundraising, grassroots power & campaign planning, and communications & messaging.

PCA's National Skin Biology & Chemical Peel Seminar is a full-day course designed to give you a solid understanding of skin biology, disease pathways and the benefits of using Modified Jessner’s, TCA, salicylic acid and retinol blends versus single-ingredient peels. You will become PCA SKIN certified in the safe and effective application of our 13 chemical peel formulations. This seminar will provide you with the knowledge and tools to select the appropriate peel solution for a variety of skin conditions such as hyperpigmentation, acne, sensitive skin, rosacea and aging skin. The full-day advanced treatment technologies seminar focuses on the technologies behind today’s most common medical devices, as well as how to maximize positive patient outcome. You will learn how to combine daily care products and chemical peels with microdermabrasion, ultrasound, LED, IPL, laser and radio frequency. • Responsible for all planning, implementation and execution of National Seminars.• Utilized well-developed communication skills to serve as the primary liaison between hotel, staff, and clients concerning national seminars.• Participated in relationship management involving hotels, managed the registration process, resolved problems, and supported logistics activities.• Executed client relationship management as well as account management functions.• Assisted in travel planning initiatives successfully.