With all the water filling up the W Chicago Lakeshore, guests at the hotel's opening bash may have thought the place had sprung a leak. But Frank Goldstin says the wet stuff was all part of a grand plan to brand the city's hot new property...
When it comes to buying software for your computer, you've probably got the basics down by now. Chances are you're familiar with your operating system, hard-drive size and power capability. But automating your business can pose entirely new...
Under the direction of culinary superstar team Joachim and Christine Splichal, Patina Catering provides a rustic 7½-foot pine table complete with linen and unique serving pieces. “Joachim goes to France and Italy usually at least once a year,”...
As Special Events Magazine marks a major publishing milestone — 20 years of service to the special event profession — we turn to 10 top event professionals with at least 20 years' experience in the business. We believe that their long-lived...
As a stalwart in New York's event production scene, Lance York has felt the force of both 9/11 and the economy's recent slide. But the man behind the marketing plan for New York-based TriServe The Party Rental Co. insists he won't let uncertainty...
If you're in the market for movement, New York-based Flicker Fusion has a range of motion-making options. Founded by 10-year film and video veteran Jimmy Asnes, the company has brought an innovative blend of video, music and effects to events for...
What do you give the guest who has everything? New York-based On 3 Productions has a few suggestions: Nintendo Game Cube, Chanel sunglasses, Bose headphones, a Sony MP3 player … or all of these and more! That's exactly what the company packed into...
Whether serving as part of a centerpiece or infusing a buffet with an appetizing glow, table lighting has to add flair without glare. Creative manufacturers are rising to the occasion with budget-conscious, setup-friendly products that provide a...
