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Vol. 10, Issue 18, May 2, 2007
EACA NEWS
Save the Date!! EACA Annual Meeting Takes Place July 30-31, 2007 The EACA is hosting its 9th Annual Conference in Washington DC on July 30-31, 2007. This year’s event will place a special focus on Business Development in the 21st Century. EACA members and their sales forces will learn how to transition from “transactional selling” to “strategic selling” by way of our high powered conference program.
Please be sure to mark your calendars today, and make plans to attend the conference that will propel your company to the next level.
EACA Calls for Intrepid Award / Hall of Fame Nominations It’s that time of year once again when the EACA is looking to its members for nominations for the annual Intrepid Award, and for nominations for its third class to be inducted into the EACA Hall of Fame. Anyone interested in submitting a nomination can request a form by emailing jimwurm@eaca.com.
Labor negotiations are ongoing in Vegas, San Francisco <Exhibit City News> Teamsters Local 631 is currently in negotiation for a new labor contract affecting thousands of showfloor workers in Las Vegas. An accord is expected by May 31, when the union’s current contract expires.
According to Wayne R. King Sr., secretary-treasurer of Local 631, “We have a negotiating team in place and we plan to have a contract by May 31. I don’t think there are any issues we can’t come to agreement on, but if we can’t come to an agreement we will do what we have to do. We have a solid bargaining unit and we have the strength to go forward.”
Meanwhile, San Francisco is also in contract negotiations for its I&D workers. A strike that was set for April 1 by the union representing 1,000 workers who help install and dismantle tradeshows throughout the Bay Area was averted by negotiating parties on March 30, when they extended their existing contract for one more month. A strike is now possible in May.
Less than seven months after the hotel workers’ union ended a lengthy campaign to have conventions and visitors boycott area hotels, the union work force employed by 53 companies to set up and take down tradeshows throughout the Bay Area is threatening to strike.
The Sign, Display & Allied Crafts Local 510 union met throughout April to negotiate a new contract with representatives of exhibition companies. The union last went on strike in 1981. Sticking points in negotiations include wage increases and a proposal to do away with overtime. The union has proposed wage increases of about $8 per hour.
Orlando Contract Expires August 31, 2007 A reminder for all EACA members that are signatory to the Stagehands contract in Orlando that the current contract expires on Auguust 31, 2007.
Call for New EACA Members The EACA has initiated a new campaign to increase our member ranks.
In addition to new EAC members, the EACA would like to grow our allied members. Do you have vendors and suppliers that should be EACA members? Whether your suppliers provide tape, shirts, ladders, premiums or any other essential product or service to your company we’d like to include them as members. Any of your suppliers that want to grow their business in the trade show industry should consider membership now.
All EACA members are encouraged to take a look at their vendor lists and promote their participation in our growing association. If you would like membership information sent to one or more of your vendors please email jimwurm@eaca.com.
EACA PEOPLE IN THE NEWS
Plescia Joins Freeman. The Buzz has learned that John Plescia, formerly of the Orange County Convention Center will be joining Freeman Orlando soon as head of their I&D and Electrical divisions.
DID YOU KNOW?
Top Ten U.S. Convention Facilities <Trade Show Executive> According to the latest data in Trade Show Executive’s World Top Ten Convention Centers, the 10 largest venues in the U.S. in 2007 are:
1. McCormick Place, Chicago, IL 2,200,000 sf
2. Orange County CC, Orlando, FL 2,100,000 sf
3. Las Vegas CC, Las Vegas, NV 1,984,755 sf
4. Georgia World CC, Atlanta, GA 1,400,000 sf
5. Ernest N. Morial CC, New Orleans, LA 1,100,000 sf
6. Kentucky Expo Center, Louisville, KY 1,068,000 sf
7. Reliant Park, Houston, TX 1,056,213 sf
8. Sands Expo & CC, Las Vegas, NV 1,040,600 sf
9. Dallas CC, Dallas, TX 1,019,142 sf
10. Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas, NV 934,731 sf
EACA CHAPTERS
CHICAGO CHAPTER ANNOUNCEMENT
Customer Service Training
The Chicago Chapter of the EACA, in conjunction with the MPEA and EACA National will be sponsoring a Customer Service Training initiative for showfloor workers in Chicago.
The Customer Service Training Program will take place on June 25 and 26 at McCormick Place in Room N427. Showfloor workers in Chicago will have the option of taking part in this four program on either June 25 or June 26. The 4 hour program will be delivered 4 different times over the two day period – with one program delivered each morning, and one each afternoon.
The EACA Customer Service Training Program was developed and will be delivered by Randy Eppard, Phd in Human Development. Eppard is an associate professor for University of Maryland University College, Prior to his professorship, Eppard worked for the Mid-Atlantic Regional Council of Carpenters as Director of Training Curriculum. Randy developed th customer service program under the direction and guidance of Chicago Chapter EACA President Joe Mondelli.
EACA members will also be able to take advantage of a Train the Trainer session which will be offered on June 27 in Room N427 at the McCormick Place. The Train the Trainer session will allow designated EACA members, and staff, to become certified in delivering future Customer Service Training programs.
NO SMOKING REMINDER
All EACA members are reminded that McCormick Place is a NO SMOKING facility. Whether you are on the show floor, in your storage cage, or in your office at McCormick Place the No Smoking policy must be observed.
Building management at MPEA has observed violations to this policy recently and wants to notify members of the EACA that the Fire Safety department will continue to issue smoking tickets.
Your cooperation is appreciated!
Chicago RSMGC Golf Tournament Announcement
The Chicago EACA / EDPA Chapters have announced that the 5th Annual Charity Golf Tournament benefiting the RSMGC will take place on August 6, 2007 at Maple Meadows Golf Club in Wooddale, IL. Please mark your calendars!!
There will be a Shot Gun Start at 1pm.
For more information, or to register for the event, contact Nancy Virene at The TERM Group. She can be reached at 630-766-TERM, or at njvirene@thetermgroup.com.
ORLANDO CHAPTER ANNOUNCEMENT
Orlando Training Program
We need your support and assistance to get a focused and detailed training program off the ground in Orlando. We thank those of you that were present at the 4/18 EACA meeting at the OCCC, for those of you that missed the meeting we discussed the unveiling of a curriculum based training program that is being administered by IATSE LU 835 and supported by the EACA. In December of 2000 we all agreed upon Article 17 - Training in the EAC collective bargaining agreement with the union (see attached). Basically both sides of the table have failed to follow up on this seven year old agreement. We have been working with Bill Gearns, IA Director of Trade Show Division and the IATSE local 835 officers to formulate a comprehensive training program that can be implemented at a grass roots level and escalate during its progression. We have attached the J1 Training Standards for your review. This was initiated by the union and their desire is to create a much stronger, skilled workforce for the future. There will be a EACTC Fund Trustee Board (see attached) that will be responsible for all expenditures and approval of the same. This board will consist of three (3) EAC's and Three (3) union representatives.
Training our existing labor base and adding to their skills is a key ingredient for long-term success and for keeping our local labor base competitive with other major show locations. We have been is discussion with the Orange County Convention Center and they will assist in facility space for the training classes along with some financial assistance to help get this program started. This is where we need your help. Start-up funding is needed to help expedite this program. We do not just need dollars, but input and support once we get this going. Remember, like everything in life, you can expect to receive what you put into it!
Please check and see what you can contribute to this program and get back in touch. Feel free to call and discuss any concerns or questions you may have.
Allow me to thank you in advance for doing your part to keep Orlando in the top three show cities in the country.
Respectfully yours,
Chuck Holmes
EACA Orlando Chapter
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA CHAPTER ANNOUNCEMENT
Anaheim Convention Center Parking Announcement
Listed below are the dates during May that we will NOT be able to handle truck marshalling on site. Outside contractors are to park in carpark 6 unless otherwise noted. When the schedule varies from carpark 6 please schedule a supervisor to direct your employees to the noted parking area. Your support is appreciated.
Day/Date EVENT Carpark 5 Carpark 7
Fri 5/4 CA Dental Assn NA NA
Common – A Users Group
Sat 5/5 CA Dental Assn NA NA
ARAMARK ALS Conference
Sun 5/6 CA Dental Assn NA NA
Pri-Med
POSITIONS AVAILABLE
Full Service Exhibit Company seeks
Job Titles: Account Executive
Account Manager
Installation & Dismantle Technicians
Operations Manager
Production Manager
Warehouse Manager
Description: We have multiple openings in Virginia. Come Grow With Us!!
A full-service exhibit company (est. 1992), located in Northern Virginia is seeking dynamic individuals to lead our company!
If you are interested to apply for the position above, please email your resume in confidence to jimwurm@eaca.com.
Nationwide I&D Company seeks
Job Title: Full and Part Time Account Executives
Description: We are looking for motivated people with excellent communication skills, basic computer skills (Outlook,MS Word, MS Excel ) and basic knowledge of trade show and event operations to fill positions in New York and Las Vegas.
Responsibilities include development of new business in the area of Nationwide Event Labor Services including but not limited to Installation and Dismantle and show decorating, overseeing operations of ones clients with our team of professionals, traveling and what ever it takes to get the job done. Cold calling and networking skills are required. Must be a self motivator, understand the importance of deadlines and be an overall smart worker.
Territory is unlimited and so is the income potential, top performers with a strong book of business earn high six figures +. Optional base salary plus commissions or a straight commission structure is available. Existing book of business is a plus. We offer 401k and health Benefits to motivated full time employees. Minimum 3 years event/trade show industry experience
If you are interested to apply for the position above, please email your resume in confidence to jimwurm@eaca.com.
INDUSTRY NEWS
GES FURTHER INVESTS IN ITS LAS VEGAS OPERATIONS WITH THE PROMOTIONS OF MARK MUNHALL AND RIP RIPPETOE GES Exposition Services, Inc., the national leader in exhibition and event services, announced the promotion of Mark Munhall to senior vice president and general manager of GES’ Las Vegas flagship operation and the promotion of Rip Rippetoe CFE, to the newly created position of senior vice president of facility and account relations.
Exhibit City News Announces “Gone But Not Forgotten” for 2007. Memories Shared Celebrate the life of someone who is truly missed with a loving memorial. Exhibit City News requests your help for our Tradeshow Memorial Section “Gone But Not Forgotten...” We need you to let us know the industry people who have passed away this year, as well as those we missed in the section last year. Businesses willing to sponsor the section or honor someone in their organization are also requested. Send obituary information and photos to judyk@exhibitycitynews.com or call 702-309-8023 for more information
Mary Dolaher Named CEO of IDG World Expo<Tradeshow Week> Intl. Data Group promoted Mary Dolaher to CEO of IDG World Expo. Dolaher will oversee the launch of the Entertainment for All Expo, and existing Macworld and LinuxWorld shows, among others. She replaces David Korse who left the company last November.
THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK
Many of our fears are tissue paper thin, and a single courageous step would carry us clear through them.
--Brendan Francis
Publisher's statement. The Showfloor Buzz is a publication of the Exhibitor Appointed Contractor Association (EACA) which is dedicated to "raising the level of service excellence on the showfloor."
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