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Posted in Events on 04/20/2009 07:06 am by admin
Archive for April, 2009
Detroit NACE Member Spotlight: Kelly Brennan of The State of Michigan
Posted in Member Spotlights on 04/16/2009 12:45 pm by admin
Kelly and her parents
Where do you work/what is your position? State of Michigan, my title is Governor’s Residence and Events Director
How long have you been in the business? In the event industry 10 years, with the Governor 1.5 years.
What do you love about it? The constant change in pace! I feel like my position is equal to an architects where you generate something on paper and then watch it come to life and can see what you’ve actually created! It’s the best part of what we do!
How long have you been a NACE member? 5 years
How has NACE helped you along your journey? It’s been a dynamic educational experience for me. With my current job I often have to create a masterpiece out of nothing. NACE provides me with the trends and contacts to make that happen!
What are 10 things people might not know about you and/or your company?
1.) I’ve been in Athletic Events, Hotel Events and now Government Events.
2.) I work out of the Governor’s Home and not downtown.
3.) I am both a Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) and a Certified Professional Catering Executive (CPCE)
4.) I have my Masters in Sports Management and Athletic Administration with an emphasis in Event Coordination.
5.) I love Football
6.) I love coloring books and love to color to distress.
7.) I go to Aruba every year. This was my 8th year going
8.) I love the quote, “Luck is where preparation meets opportunity”
9.) I speak yearly at Michigan State’s Hospitality Business School
10.) I’ve been asked to speak at the Michigan Meetings and Events Expo in September.
Kelly and her sister
Detroit NACE Member Spotlight: Gloria Pagliarella of Imago Salon and Spa
Posted in Member Spotlights on 04/06/2009 10:19 pm by adminWhere do you work/what is your position?
Imago Salon and Spa
Bridal/Spa Events Manager
How long have you been in the business?
I have been with Imago since it opened in September 2006, but have been in the wedding/events industry for about 8 years now.
What do you love about it?
I love being able to help a bride achieve her perfect day. From the salon standpoint, that means making sure the bride and her bridal party look perfect with their hair and makeup, but also making sure they have a wonderful experience on the wedding day. Knowing that I helped reduce some of the stress that comes along with planning a wedding makes me very happy as well!
How long have you been a NACE member?
I am a new member to NACE! I just joined in December 2008 and am also the Hospitality co-chair for 2009!
How has NACE helped you along your journey?
NACE has already helped me by introducing me to so many great people in the catering and events industry. So many of our salon/spa clients ask us for referrals for either their weddings or special events. NACE has provided me the opportunity to meet these great people and given me the confidence to refer one of our clients to another great vendor who happens to be a NACE member too!
What advice would you have for someone looking to hire a company that offers what you do?
We are a full service salon and spa catering to weddings and special events. Not all salons/spas cater to the bridal industry like we do. Meet with one of our service providers, talk to them about their work and experience, check out our facility, and you will realize that we are one of the best in the area!
What are 10 things people might not know about you and/or your company?
1. We are a full service salon and spa in Shelby Township.
2. We offer airbrush makeup and our senior makeup artist is one of the first makeup artists in Michigan to offer airbrush makeup!
3. We have over 4000 square feet of space for our salon and spa.
4. We offer couples massages, pedicures and facials – great for the bride and groom to relax and de-stress before the big day!
5. We had over 100 brides become Imago Brides last year!
6. We have a private bridal suite in our facility equipped with a lounge area, wet bar and mini fridge – great for hosting Bridal Parties, Spa Parties, Bachelorette Parties, Girls Night Out, and even Birthday parties!
7. Our salon won Best Overall Hair and Makeup at “The Really Big Hairball” show in October 2008
8. We were voted in the Top 5 in WDIV Vote for the Best in 2008.
9. In my previous life, I used to be a Project Manager for an IT consulting firm, so I am very organized and detailed oriented!
10. You can find our salon on Facebook and soon to be on Twitter!