The Special Event 2011
The event scene was hot in Phoenix during The Special Event, the annual showstopping showcase of education, exhibits and events.
A Super Start
The Special Event 2011 kicks off with the brand-new Off-the-Hook Teen Events session, while the TSE Starts Here party at Corona Ranch is a crowd-pleaser.
Day One
The Opening General Session looks at the toughest and smartest business decisions made by four event experts.
Essential Education
Attendees can choose from more than 100 hours of training in nine industry-essential tracks.
Wonderful Wedding Lunch
The Wedding Lunch and Gallery showcases showstopping wedding design.
The Show Floor
The exhibit floor jumps, with a wide range of booths, the custom Performance Stage and even a “flash mob” dance.
SEARCH Fundraiser Sizzles
Joann Roth-Oseary celebrates with a big donation to the SEARCH Foundation from AFR. Photo by Damion Hamilton.
The Masters Brunch
POP Kollaborative founder Ken Kristoffersen, CSEP, CEM, accepts the Steve Kemble Leadership Foundation Award from Debbie Meyers at the Masters Brunch.
Legendary Carabriner founder Leslie Buckland keynotes the Masters Brunch, the annual meeting of the top minds in special events.
Gala Awards
Winners of the Gala Award — the highest honor in special events — show off their trophies.
Gala Celebration
Next, they dance the night away.
Unless otherwise noted, all photos by Catch the Moment.
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