Please introduce yourself and extend a warm NACE welcome to the following new members and make them feel welcome when you see them at our meetings!

CHECK OUT OUR NEWEST MEMBERS IN 2009/2010!!!!

February 2010

Angie Casper Alexis Hotel/Library Bistro Angie.casper@alexishotel.com 206-340-6675 "A work of art" in itself, our recently renovated Seattle luxury hotel is committed to the arts community. Recently named to Travel + Leisure's "Best 500 Hotels in the World" list, the Alexis Hotel displays original pieces throughout the richly decorated guestrooms and public spaces. We invite locals and guests alike to enjoy these pieces that showcase the diversity and culture distinctive to the Pacific Northwest. Also distinctive to the Pacific Northwest is our rainfall. Or lack of it. A recent study by WeatherBill, Inc. shows the Emerald City doesn't even come close to a spot on the list of soggiest cities. In fact, the rainiest place in the U.S. is in the South. As far away from our Seattle hotel as you can get. So come stay at our luxury 121-room Seattle boutique hotel, just steps from the Pike Place Market, the Waterfront and Pioneer Square. The Alexis Hotel offers immediate access to all that the city has to offer to business and leisure travelers. Enjoy a nightly wine reception and gracious hospitality at this downtown Seattle, Washington landmark

January 2010

Jennifer Barnhart Seattle Golf Club jenbarn@comcast.net 206-953-5367

Lauren Anderson Lancer Catering at Woodland Park Zoo landerson@lancercatering.com 206-548-2497 Lancer Catering is proud to be the exclusive on-site food service and catering provider at Woodland Park Zoo. Lancer has an outstanding reputation for fine catering, stunning presentation and superb service. Lancer also supports the Zoo’s mission to model sustainable practices by sourcing local and organic products, adhering to the Monterey Bay Seafood Watch, reducing waste and recycling organic and non-organic materials. From small, intimate events to grand scale receptions, galas, or picnics, we invite you to contact our catering staff at Woodland Park Zoo.

Jenette Thordarson- Student Art Institute of Seattle lovzdachiefs@gmail.com The Culinary Arts program covers the fundamentals of fine cuisine, nutrition, purchasing, cost control, kitchen management, and restaurant procedures. Students will have an opportunity to prepare meals in our on-site professional kitchens utilizing industry-standard in culinary technologies. Our faculty chefs use their knowledge to prepare students for entry-level positions with restaurants, hotels, catering firms, bakeries, and resorts.

December 2009

Robin VanDerveer ~ Cedarbrook Lodge Thoughtfully situated less than five minutes from Sea-Tac International Airport, Cedarbrook Lodge is a distinctive, 110-room retreat. Guests are afforded a quiet, secluded environment ideal for a wide variety of business and leisure travel needs as well as professional and social gatherings. Eighteen lush acres of natural restored wetlands provide an optimal location with the ambiance of a discreet hideaway. Comfortable accommodations, unexpected amenities, contemporary event spaces, original works of art and seasoned service reflect Cedarbrook's quintessential Northwest style. Begin your day with a scrumptious complimentary gourmet continental breakfast. From here the best of two unique, vibrant cities awaits. Seattle and Tacoma. With all the infrastructure imaginable . . . culture, sports, shopping. Explore the region's many breweries and wineries, gardens and parks, museums and art galleries. Plus quirky neighborhoods. Enjoy the waterways via boat, cruise or ferry. Hike nearby mountains, whitewater raft, sea kayak, scuba dive or fish. Back at Cedarbrook, enjoy fresh farm-to-fork regional cuisine at lunch or dinner in the Copperleaf Restaurant. Relish an evening in the privacy of your guest room or with others in one of two community Living Rooms. Bask and reflect in the warmth of the Lodge's fireplaces indoors or out with a hand-crafted cocktail or pint of locally-brewed beer at the Copperleaf Bar. Or you may want to work in a workout at the Fitness Center. For meetings, incentives and social events, 14,000 square feet of flexible interior function space and 5,500 square feet of premium outdoor venues accommodate groups of 8 to 300 guests. Cedarbrook Lodge delivers the ideal hotel setting . . . for weddings, for a business meeting or for overnight leisure travelers with booked passage on cruise ships from our Northwest ports. Here, the safety and comfort of women business travelers are addressed from twenty-four hour security, video camera ground surveillance and double key entry into guest room buildings to ultimate oversized soaking tubs with shower wands and environmentally sensitive bath amenities.

Jill Heimendinger ~ Pro Sports Club CATERING EXPERIENCE HIGH PERFORMANCE SERVICE… Our experienced staff is ready to serve and attend to every detail of your event in a competent, expedient manner. We will cover details before, during, and after your event. Our standards are high so rest assured that your event will look its best. MENUS… Our menus are designed to meet our client’s needs and requests. Our Bistro at PRO Sports Club strives to develop menu items that feature the freshest seasonal products available, as well as provide health conscious options for each meal. Special dietary needs can be arranged in advance. Customized menus are usually available upon request. BEVERAGE SERVICE… We are a licensed caterer able to provide beverages ranging from espresso to champagne, beer and wine. Your catering contract will reflect beverage estimation prior to the event. Actual amount consumed will be charged. QUALITY… PRO Sports Club offers a high level of service in every aspect. We will work within your budget to provide the event you envision and do our best to facilitate its success.

November 2009

Wendy Fisher ~ Semiahmoo Resort & Spa Semiahmoo Resort offers 198 deluxe guest rooms including 28 suites. Many guest rooms include wood-burning fireplaces, patios or balconies. Our guest rooms offer the unique charm and style of the Pacific Northwest and feature breathtaking views of snow-capped mountains, Drayton Harbor, Semiahmoo Bay and the Gulf Islands. Weddings: Deluxe AAA Four-Diamond accommodations and unparalleled service create the foundation for an unforgettable Wedding, blended with an 1,100-acre waterside wildlife preserve and northwest cuisine; we've painted the perfect backdrop for your Special Day. With 198 guest rooms, four breathtaking outdoor settings and elegant indoor venue options, Semiahmoo Resort Spa & Golf provides unequalled quality. Semiahmoo will dazzle you with possibilities for everyone on your guest list, we offer all the amenities to entertain your guests and family. Pamper them at our full-service Spa, treat them to a round or two of golf or indulge them in delectable Northwest cuisine in one of our four restaurants. From champagne toasts beneath our beautiful tented pavilion to our elegant Loomis Trail Mansion Semiahmoo Resort Spa and Golf is the place for a Pacific Northwest wedding with a magical touch.

Anna Forslund ~ Starwood-The Westin Bellevue A rejuvenating respite in the heart of downtown Bellevue, Washington, The Westin Bellevue is the ideal setting for elegant weddings, intimate receptions and corporate gatherings.  Redefine your standards with 337 luxurious guest rooms featuring superb views of the Pacific Northwest’s beauty. The Westin Bellevue features 25,000 square feet of refreshing event space and offers guests deluxe amenities such as our Westin Workout® facility, indoor pool and sundeck, and our luxurious Truce Spa.  Experience customized catering, a magnificent ballroom and inspiring views of Mount Rainier, Lake Washington, and the Seattle skyline.

Nash Fung ~ Nash Fung Entertainment Nash is an experienced entertainer who will alter your perceptions and truly baffle your mind. He is an expert in both sleight of hand and mind reading, making him a rare “double threat” as a magician. Nash will entertain you with a night of non-stop laughter and thought-provoking material. By the age of 19, he had given lectures on the art of illusion overseas as well as creating and publishing original and ground-breaking magic. His contributions to the world of magic have earned the respect and awe of his peers and clients alike across the globe. Nash is ready to take the entertainment world by storm. Are you ready?

Erin Wheeler ~ Mode Photography, LLC Mode Photography is built on our commitment to exceptional personal service. Starting with the initial consultation, our goal is to get to know you, and to take the time to let you get to know us, so that you feel comfortable allowing us to record the story of your wedding. When you choose Mode, you're getting both principal photographers, Erin and Bill, energetically working together throughout your entire day to assure that all of your carefully planned details, and the little stories within your big story, will be quietly and thoughtfully captured in images that will allow you to relive the day again and again.

Sadie Whitley ~ La Cucina Laurenti Serving the Greater Seattle and Eastside Prepared Meal Services  All meals are prepared in the comfort and safety of your home.  Menu is prepared to your specifications and I will do all the shopping, preparation, cooking, storage and clean up.  All meals are made with the best quality meats, vegetables and spices.  You will have a meal waiting for you when you get home.  All meals are guaranteed freshness.  If you are on the run every morning, I can provide breakfast, lunch, snacks for an additional fee.    Make and Take Party Service  Cooking Lessons Cocktail Party Dinner Party Birthday Party

October 2009

Brenda Vassau ~ Compass Group Compass Group North America is the leader in foodservice management and support services. By combining fresh ideas with the industry’s greatest talent, we continue to set the standards for food and service excellence. We are an $9 billion organization with associates throughout the US, Mexico and Canada. Our parent company is UK-based Compass Group PLC, a ?11 billion foodservice management company. In 2008, Compass Group PLC was named the world’s 20th largest employer by Fortune magazine.

September 2009

Amanda Godinez Catering Sales Manager The Edgewater Dir. Tel (206) 957-4681 Fax (206) 448-0255 Meetings and Conferences The Edgewater offers many inspiring possibilities for groups, whether you need a conference room and are planning an intimate gathering to a large Seattle convention. This luxury hotel boasts more than 10,000 square feet of flexible meeting space with views of the downtown Seattle skyline or Elliott Bay. And The Edgewater’s culinary professionals use the freshest local and regional ingredients to create the ultimate northwest dining experience from small business meetings to large corporate events. With ten meeting and conference rooms, nearly all with water or city views, The Edgewater, Seattle's only waterfront hotel, offers unique and unmatched service and combination selections for any meeting or special event. Weddings Celebrate the vision you’ve imagined for years, coming together in wondrous detail. You’ll find the perfect backdrop for your big day at The Edgewater—majestic mountains, glistening water and velvety-pink sunsets. Our elegant Olympic Ballroom, circled by floor-to-ceiling windows, provides panoramic views for your wedding ceremony, wedding reception or special dinner. The intimate Terrace Room warms the heart with a flickering fireplace and sunny outdoor deck. And our wedding experts and professional catering services team pays the utmost attention to every detail to make sure your wedding dreams come true.

July 2009

Audrey Newman, joined 7/1/09 Prop Gallery 206/762-6808 audrey@propgallery.com Created in 1984 as Helium Roses Balloons, Prop Gallery West expanded its services to include custom theme parties, floral arrangements, table treatments and fabric chandeliers.  After its purchase by Gregory Olsen in November, 1998, the Prop Gallery added new services, providing referrals and website links to meeting planners, catering companies, site suggestions and music and entertainment.  Today, we provide custom design and installation services to prominent Pacific Northwest industries including aerospace, information technology, non-profit organizations, electronic media, sports and recreation.

Julie Noice, joined 7/24/09 Alderbrook Resort & Spa 360/898-5505 julie.noice@alderbrookresort.com Corporate retreats, meetings and conferences at Alderbrook Resort will inspire and awe even the most jaded attendee. Accommodating groups from 12 to 200, it starts with exceptional meeting facilities in a gorgeous setting and genuine service. Alderbrook Hotel offers 7,000 square feet of flexible meeting space with state-of-the-art multimedia presentation technology and high-speed internet access. Our grand ballroom is filled with natural light and has stunning mountain, garden and water views. It’s also adjacent to an inviting foyer ideal for conference registration, meeting breaks and cocktail receptions. Our meeting facilities have easy access to expansive decks and waterfront venues. We can prepare a selection of snacks, a buffet, or even a beachfront barbecue. This is the quintessential place for people to unwind, get to know each other, and experience something out of the ordinary. Evening cocktails and stargazing. New relationships are forged. Old ones are reconnected.

June 2009

Carol Helgerson, joined 6/30/09 Salish Lodge & Spa 425/831-6505 carol.helgerson@salishlodge.com Featuring five handsome meeting rooms adorned in natural wood and tasteful, subdued color schemes, as well as one-bedroom river view suites (perfect for cocktail parties) and intriguing outdoor options, Salish gives you a chance to regroup, retreat and revive in the comfort of distinguished rooms, some with wood-burning fireplaces, spectacular views and signature Salish service.

May 2009

Vanessa Smith, joined 4/15/09 206/992-2905 vsmith72@gmail.com

Adrielle Manke, joined 4/27/09 Galucci’s Catering 253/572-6828 adrielle@galluccis.com Gallucci's Seattle & Tacoma Catering offers the finest in catering and specialty foods. Gallucci's is a premiere catering company having catered over 1800 Weddings, 1700 Luncheons, 700 Christmas Parties, and 850 Corporate Parties. Gallucci's caterers provide a truly memorable experience for any wedding, business or social event.

Jef Fike, joined 4/30/09 The Ruins Catering 206/285-7846 jef@theruins.net The Ruins has a rich catering history in that its founder Joseph McDonnal has been catering in Seattle since 1976. Each catered event is custom-designed to reflect the individual nature of the celebration or occasion. At your selected site, for your enthusiastically chosen indulgence, we will cater to your specifications of menu, decoration and service.  Capacity 2 to 2,000.

April 2009

Dana Smith, joined 3/25/09 Pan Pacific Hotel 206/654-5012 dsmith@panpacific.com The Pan Pacific Seattle Hotel is the perfect choice for your important events; from executive business meetings to intimate family gatherings. With 7 meeting rooms to choose from and more than 5,500 square feet of space, you can host small personal events or plan a business conference for up to 200 people. We undertake event planning and execution to make sure your event is flawless from start to finish.

Liza Ragan, joined 3/30/09 Choice Linens 206/728-7731 liza@choicelinens.com Choice Linens specializes in elegant and sophisticated rental table linens for any occasion. If you are planning an event that you want to be exquisite and refined down to every last detail, there's nothing like beautiful table linens to round out those details. We have been in business since 1992 and proudly call Seattle home. We are located at 312 W. Republican which is just west of Seattle Center on Republican between 3rd and 4th Avenues W.

Paula Westgate, joined 4/9/09 Lane Community College/CENTER for Meeting and Learning 541/463-3521 westgatep@lanecc.edu The Center for Meeting and Learning (CENTER) is a conference and event venue unlike any other. The CENTER offers 35,000 square feet of event space with full service catering and the versatility to accommodate groups of 6 to 600. The CENTER for Meeting and Learning offers a variety of quality menu selections. With more than 20 years of banquet and catering experience our professional Chefs Tim Hill and Adam Hammel with their trained staff will make your banquets and receptions memorable.

Vanessa Smith, joined 4/15/09 Best Western Tacoma Dome Hotel 253/272-7737 catering1@tacomadomehotel.com The full-service, newly renovated Best Western Tacoma Dome Hotel is conveniently located off I-5 adjacent to the Tacoma Dome Event Center and close to the Tacoma city center, Tacoma Art and Theater Districts, Six Flags Enchanted Village, Mt. Rainier National Park, Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium. The hotel's proximity to a variety of mass transit stations makes it an ideal spot for guests to tour Tacoma or visit Seattle and Portland.

March 2009

Debra Lane, joined 3/10/09 Chef to Go 206/229-3676 chef@mychefdelivers.com Chef to Go is the Seattle area's ultimate full service Gourmet Meal Delivery, Catering and Nutritional support company. It's our goal to help you to live your best life. Our service can save you 10 hours each week. With your busy schedule, wouldn't it be great to have that extra time? We have a Whole Foods based service and everything we prepare is both healthy and delicious! We specialize in preparing meals that support your healthy lifestyle. Let us do the cooking for you and give you back some free time in the evening while helping you to eat healthier. What could be better?

Janice Clem, joined 3/13/09 Student 425/743-2639 janbclem@comcast.net

Alissa Leinonen-Gallagher, joined 3/13/09 Gourmondo Catering 206/584-0190 alissa@gourmondocatering.com Gourmondo proudly creates unique specialty boxed lunches, lunch buffets and custom catering. We partner with many small vendors to assure the highest level of quality and variety. We take great pride in using only the finest breads, meats and produce available.

Rebecca Zielinski, joined 3/13/09 Gourmondo Catering 206/584-0190 rebecca@gourmondocatering.com Our goal is to provide a variety of creative menus using premium ingredients, to offer these menus at affordable prices, and to remain flexible and  consistently change our offerings to meet the needs of our customers. Our experienced staff is fiercely committed to exceeding the expectations of our customers, offering personal service and a willingness to meet the specific needs of each client.

Sarah Klapstein, joined 3/16/09 Lancer Catering at Woodland Park Zoo 206/548-2497 sklapstein@lancercatering.com Lancer Catering is proud to be the exclusive on-site food service and catering provider at Woodland Park Zoo. Lancer has an outstanding reputation for fine catering, stunning presentation and superb service. Lancer also supports the Zoo’s mission to model sustainable practices by sourcing local and organic products, adhering to the Monterey Bay Seafood Watch, reducing waste and recycling organic and non-organic materials. From small, intimate events to grand scale receptions, galas, or picnics, we invite you to contact our catering staff at Woodland Park Zoo.

February 2009

Tammy Wayland, joined 2/26/09 Chuckanut Bay Foods 360/220-7407 tammyw@chuckanutbay.com Chuckanut Bay Foods is a locally owned and operated boutique bakery, located in the beautiful northwest corner of Washington State. Our superior quality and great tasting product lines are made-from-scratch, using the best homegrown ingredients from surrounding dairies and farms, and baked with the utmost care. Chuckanut Bay is best known for its cheesecakes, and we are now proud to offer a broader line of delicious desserts and breakfast items – all with the same great taste and care that goes into our famous cheesecakes.

Annalise Schiessl, joined 2/25/09 Everett Golf & Country Club 425/493-5424 aschiessl@everettgolfcc.com Established in 1910 and located just minutes from the heart of downtown Everett, Everett Golf & Country Club offers a serene and peaceful setting with a challenging, yet fun course and breathtaking clubhouse. As the fourth oldest country club in Washington State, our extensive and fascinating history boasts of senators and golf champions as well as some of the oldest families and founding members of Snohomish County. The Everett Golf & Country Club Clubhouse offers it's members full service catering and banquet facilities for groups of all sizes. Our magnificent setting is professional, elegant and romantic and our staff is the best in the hospitality industry.

Sabrina Elliott, joined 2/3/09 Viva Productions 206/542-5733 sabrina@viva-productions.com Viva Productions will work with you to customize the perfect DJ package for your reception. Ceremony music is also available. Our DJs will coordinate special announcements such as bride and groom entry, toast, cake cutting, garter throw, bouquet toss, first dance, father and daughter dance, mother and son dance, money and anniversary dances. Viva Productions also offers wedding photography services.

Sharon Ramento, joined 2/9/09 Lynnwood Convention Center 425/640-7615 sramento@lynnwoodcc.com Most meeting and conference centers are created for big conferences with big meeting budgets. From the beginning, the Lynnwood Convention Center has taken another approach to meet the needs of our community: We have decided to cater to smaller groups that seek a more intimate setting with personalized service. We know that there are many Meeting Planners with many different needs, tastes, dreams, aspirations... and budgets. People who want to improve their meeting experience and create a sense of community. We endeavor to find simple solutions, eliminate barriers to doing business, and look for new opportunities to better serve you in every direction.

Marilyn Savery, joined 2/4/09 The Kenney 206/937-2800 msavery@thekenney.org Samuel and Jessie Kenney, pioneers of Seattle in the late 1800s, bequeathed their estate “to found and maintain a home or retreat to be called The Samuel and Jessie Kenney Presbyterian Home.” From this visionary beginning, one of Seattle’s finest and most respected not-for-profit senior retirement residences was born in 1901. The Mission of The Kenney is dedicated to life enhancement for the senior community. We provide health care, housing, and services which promote optimum health while preserving dignity and respect in a Christian environment. In keeping with Samuel and Jessie's legacy, a Board of Directors approved by the Session of the West Side Presbyterian Church oversees operation of The Kenney.

January 2009

Barbara Leipper, 1/15/09 Spring Hill Suites 206/254-0500 sklapstein@lancercatering.com Marriott SpringHill Suites is located in downtown Seattle and is within walking distance of Westlake Mall and the Convention Center. The Space Needle, Waterfront, Pike's Place Market, and Lake Union are only minutes away.

Trista Shinnick, joined 1/28/09 Trophy Lake Golf & Casting 360/876-8944 tristas@trophylakegolf.com Trophy Lake would be honored to help you plan all your special events, and we are certain that our professional staff and premier service will help you deliver a world-class event for all your guests to enjoy.  With careful attention to detail, we take pride in assisting you at every stage - from preliminary planning through smooth execution on event day. Our services include assistance with tournament formats, scoring, prizes, catering, schedule coordination, decorations, special arrangements and much more.