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Entries in Speakers (5)

Monday
Apr152013

Speaker Spotlight: Clarke Allen 

Clarke Allen, The Clarke Allen Group

Dr. Maya Angelo dubbed him a “giver of joy”. He knew that no matter where his professional ventures might lead him, he wanted this title to be the guiding core of his work. Of his many roles and activities, Clarke considers his most important and treasured role to be that of “Dad” to his two sons. It was an entrepreneurial spirit infused with restless creativity that propelled Clarke from a hotel sales manager to start his own event planning company, Charlotte Arrangements, in 1994. Soon after came Creatrix Design, a full-service design and production house; CenterStage@NoDa, a unique and sought after rental venue; and Legacy Charitable Partners (LCP), a consultative group that assists non-profits with their event and fundraising strategies. Today, all of these businesses operate under the multi-million dollar parent company, The Clarke Allen Group. Each brand was developed to operate on its own, yet each brand is interrelated.

Through these brands, Clarke has had the opportunity to build client relationships with companies such as Belk, Lowes Home Improvement, Siemens, American Tire, and Joe Gibbs Racing. Clarke has had many successes over the past years. In 1999, he was nominated for Entrepreneur of the Year and was a finalist for that award in 2001. Charlotte Arrangements received an EVIE, a Special Event Industry Award of Excellence, in 2001 and another in 2006. Charlotte Arrangements has been named as a top 25 DMC by Special Events Magazine for two consecutive years; and in 2006, was recognized as the inaugural Services Partner of the Year by Visit Charlotte, part of the Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority. Clarke has been acknowledged for his support of the Arts and Science Council and for his work on Classroom Central and Business Through a Child’s Eyes – projects of the Center City Area Council of the Charlotte Chamber of Commerce.

To learn more about Clarke visit his website: http://www.clarkeallen.com/

 Watch this video to learn more about Clarke and his team! 

Wednesday
May162012

Exciting announcement! Shawn Rabideau will join us at NAWP Connect Miami!

We are so excited to announce that Shawn Rabideau of "Bethenny Getting Married" fame will join the esteemed Faculty of NAWP Connect Miami!  Learn more about Shawn and all of our amazing Faculty on the Speaker page.

Shawn will share his experiences as a celebrity event designer with the attendees.  Registration is now open!  Get your tickets today!

Tuesday
Jul262011

Featured Speaker~ Debbie Rodkin 

Debbie Rodkin is the Executive Director of Re-Focus On Careers, the premier networking organization dedicated to helping professionals enhance their careers.  Debbie began facilitating networking events for The Layoff Lounge, which closed in 2004. After numerous requests to continue assisting the public, Debbie founded Re-Focus On Careers.  She has successfully grown this organization, speaking to audiences and facilitating events in multiple states.

In addition to running her business, Debbie serves as the Director of Business Development for Bedford Cost Segregation, building relationships with CPA firms, commercial real estate developers & investors, asset & portfolio managers, and owners.  She also volunteers at organizations, including Hands on Atlanta, Habitat for Humanity, ACCESS and Gators for Business.  Debbie received her M.B.A. in Marketing from Georgia State University, and her B.S. in Telecommunication Production from the College of Journalism at the University of Florida. 

Next Event:                             FREE WEBINAR

Monday, August 1
7:00pm-8:15pm ET
Topic: Where The Jobs Are
with keynote speaker
Beverly Beren, Job Consultant, Lee Hecht Harrison outplacement firm

Advance registration required

 

More about Debbie: http://www.refocusoncareers.com

Be sure to come hear Debbie speak at this year's Conference!

Register by this Friday and receive the early bird rate!  HERE 

Conference Registration Options include:

Full Conference (includes Tuesday Bootcamp): $224.00
$274.00 after Friday July 29, 2011

Sunday/Monday Only with Awards Dinner: $149.00
$179.00 after Friday July 29, 2011  

Monday Education Ticket (no Awards Dinner): $99.00
$119.00 afterFriday July 29, 2011

Monday Networking Lunch/PR Panel Only: $35.00
$45.00 after Friday July 29, 2011

Awards Dinner Only: $55.00
$65.00 after Friday July 29, 2011

Tuesday Bridal Bootcamp: $75.00
$95.00 after Friday July 29, 2011


Wednesday
Jul132011

Speaker Spotlight: Dina Eisenberg 

Dina served as an attorney, a mediator, a marketing coach for mediators and an ombudsman for a leading bank. Throughout her experience, she realized that fear of communicating ideas, needs goals, issues, and concerns is paralyzing for small business owners. With PositivelyWed, clients acquire and practice the skills and mindset that lead them to enjoy profitable, stress-free businesses. In doing so, they become role models for brides who need to learn new ways of communicating their wants and needs.

Her articles and perspectives have been featured in Entrepreneur Magazine, Inc magazine and Wedlock magazine. She also speaks regularly to students at Harvard University and Harvard Law School

Notable Awards:

  • Forty under 40 awarded by the Boston Business Journal
  • Peacemaker award from the Cambridge Dispute Settlement Center
  • Lifetime Achievement award from the Society of Dispute Resolution Professionals
  • Commendation from Gov. William Weld for her conflict work

 

 

For more information about Dina: HERE 

Be sure to Register to see Dina in person this September!

Early Bird Rate ends July 25th!! 

HERE is where you register!

Wednesday
Jul062011

Speaker Spotlight~ Tiffany Nieves 

Tiffany Nieves Cook is the CEO and driving creative force behind Dream Design Weddings; a top-of-the-line full service wedding planning and design company. Her extensive background in the corporate and celebrity event arena, coupled with her background in entertainment, music touring and management, exemplifies her integrated approach to wedding planning and events. For Tiffany, it's all about an amazing concept, design, with seem-less implementation. 

Tiffany is leading the way in this highly specialized market. Her personal touch in planning and the design of luxurious weddings, Tiffany's creations remain true to her essential principles, experience and values. People and their dreams remain the heart of the event, therefore she always engages her clients intellectually and emotionally in each and every event she produces.

Tiffany has been featured in numerous publications and TV shows, including WeTV’s Platinum Weddings, and recently shared her own wedding planning journey in WED the Magazine. 

 Check out Tiffany at: http://www.dreamdesignweddings.com

Register today and don't miss out on the Early Bird Rate that ends July 25th!

www.nawpconnect.com/registration