ISES-LV Directors
Tori ChiversPresident, ISES Las Vegas Chapter, 2011-2012
Senior Catering Sales Manager
Bellagio Resort
702.693.7156
vchivers@bellagioresort.com
President@iseslv.com
Victoria "Tori" Chivers is the Assistant Director of Catering at the prestigious 5 Diamond Bellagio Resort. With over 12 years in the hospitality business she is currently responsible for overseeing the management of Bellagio's Catering & Banquet Staff as well as the administration of sales for Catering events.
During her career she has orchestrated events for a wide variety of clients from NBA Basketball Players to Fortune 500 CEO’s. Her events have led to segments on WE’s "Platinum Weddings" and included the participation of culinary moguls such as Todd English, Michael Mina & Jean-Georges Vongerichten.
Prior to joining the Bellagio Tori worked in Scottsdale Arizona for the Gainey Ranch Resort. She attended Northern Arizona University and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology.
Joshua Jones, DMCPPresident Elect
Vice-President
USA Hosts - Hosts Global
702.798.0000 / 702.630.2993 (mobile)
joshua.jones@hosts-global.com
Joshua Jones, DMCP is a graduate of Colorado State University in the Journalism and Public Relations school and has been involved in meeting and event planning for many years. He is currently Vice President of USA Hosts, an international consortium of DMC’s. Joshua has helped produce thousands of events over the last decade He has a unique understanding of both Sales and Operations, as he was the former Regional Sales Director for American Golf Corp., Las Vegas. Joshua's philosophy of "All challenges are seen as Opportunities to Succeed" enables him to deliver top-notch service and build long-term relationships with clients and Strategic Partners.
Angela Roberts, CMP, CSEP,
CHEImmediate Past President
National Sales Manager
MEET Las Vegas
702.638.2711
csepplanner@gmail.com
Angela received her Bachelor of Science in Hotel Management from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas and began her career in Hotel Operations, opening the New York, New York Hotel & Casino, Hotel by Doubletree, and the Venetian. In 2001, Angela made her way to the Rio All Suites Hotel and Casino, and in 2003 began working in the Catering Convention Services Department. Through May of 2006, Angela held the position of Sales Manager for the Rio Pavilion Events & Entertainment Department. In 2006, she accepted the position of Catering Sales Manager. After six wonderful years with the Rio, Angela said goodbye to the Hotel, and hello to a new future! After a short run in the Non-Profit world, Angela worked as an Event Planner for Pacific Event Productions, was the National Sales Manager of Christie’s Photographic Studios, and currently is the National Sales Director at Meet Las Vegas. She also gives back to the future of the Special Events Industry as an Instructor at the International School of Hospitality.
Brit Bertino,
CSEPVP of Membership
Owner
Power Events - Simply Weddings by Brit Bertino
702.435.7693
bbertino@powerevents.com
membership@iseslv.com
Dazzle, luxurious, extraordinary, memorable, and stunning are just a few descriptions of the exceptional events that Brit Bertino has produced in the past 7 years. Brit began her career in the special events industry on an exotic cruise line where she conversed with clients from around the world and organized nightly themed Galas, Weddings, and Special Events. Brit then had the opportunity to launch her own Special Events Company in Northern California in 2003, which soon expanded to the greater Las Vegas Region in 2008. A graduate from both the Conference Management & Event Planning and Wedding Coordination & Design programs at The International School of Hospitality, Brit currently serves as Co-Chair of the TISOH Alumni Association. Brit carries a professional and positive attitude, and she is always willing to give back to the hospitality community.
Jim McCoyVP of Programs
Event Manager
MGM Resorts Events
702.696.7000
jimccoy@mgmresorts.com
programs@iseslv.com
Jim McCoy is an Event Manager at MGM Resorts Events.
He is a self-proclaimed “Jack of All Trades – Master of None!”
His experience in the theatrical performing arts (on stage and back stage), fashion and costume design, floral and horticultural design and in the charity world make him a Master Craftsman when it comes to Event Design and management. Jim’s “15 Minutes of Fame” came from his starring role in the premiere episode of the hugely successful “Platinum Weddings” on the WE television network. His unique Bohemian style gives him a creative connection and edge with his clients and events. His ability to create something from nothing is his greatest asset.
John HumphriesVP of Communications
Owner
Earth Water Sky
702.439.2768 (mobile)
john@lightandvideo.com
communications@iseslv.com
John Humphries is the Owner of Earth Water Sky, a full service boutique A/V & Design Group, specializing in creative audio, video, and lighting solutions for special events. Also specializing in nightclub installations and design, John has over 10 years of experience handling a wide range of high profile clients and creative projects. As your 2010-2012 VP of Communications, John is excited to work directly with each of our members to increase their exposure within ISES, and within the Special Events Industry.
Desiree
LedesmaDirector of Member Benefits
Director of Sales
RSVP Party Rentals
702.878.0144
desiree@rsvpparty.com
Desiree believes that your reputation and your word is what makes or breaks you in the hospitality industry. She has been in the hospitality and event industry for over 17 years starting her career at the Four Season Las Colinas in Irving, Texas in the food and beverage department, front desk and eventually ending as a Group Rooms Coordinator which lead her to wanting to expand into the hotel sales side. She eventually moved on to become a Sales Manager for American Airlines and Conference Center in Fort Work, she quickly worked her way to handling national accounts and traveling for the company within four months of working as a Sales Manager. She eventually decided to expand her knowledge and learn different markets from corporate accounts, to transient to Smerf accounts at various properties. In 2004, her biggest opportunity called yet, she came to Las Vegas as a Sales Manager for the Venetian, after 10 months, she decided she wanted to try another side of the event industry and joined RSVP Party Rentals, as their Director of Sales, where she likes to call herself “The Face of RSVP” since she has been with RSVP she continues to make a name for herself in the local hospitality industry by various networking groups, such as NACE, ISES, CSA, DSA, LVWNW and WPLV where she has built great relationships and has continued to build RSVP Party Rentals into one of the strongest and largest rental companies in the Las Vegas area.
Robyn K. Hadden, MS, CSEP, CHEDirector of Communications
Past President, ISES Las Vegas Chapter
Alumni & College Relations Director
William F. Harrah College of Hotel Administration at UNLV
www.unlv.edu
702.895.3148
robyn.hadden@unlv.edu
Robyn Hadden is the Director of Alumni & College Relations at the William F. Harrah College of Hotel Administration at UNLV. She is also a frequent Guest Lecturer at The International School of Hospitality, a leading hospitality management career school.
Prior to joining the Hotel College, Ms. Hadden was the Events Manager for the UNLV Foundation and an Event Coordinator for Soirées Catering and Events. Her special events experience began in 1994 when she worked as a personal assistant to Michael Crawford, who was the original star of the “EFX” show at the MGM Grand Hotel and Casino. She then became a personal assistant to David Cassidy while he performed in “EFX” and later assisted him while he wrote and produced two Las Vegas production shows – “The Rat Pack Is Back” and “At the Copa” starring David Cassidy and Sheena Easton. In 2001, Robyn was the Tour Coordinator for David Cassidy while he toured the United States and the United Kingdom.
A founding member of the International Special Events Society Las Vegas Chapter, Robyn earned her CSEP (Certified Special Events Professional) designation in 2000, and is a past president of ISES Las Vegas. In 2005, Robyn graduated from UNLV with a Master of Science degree in Hospitality Administration with a focus on Special Events Management. In 2010, she earned her Certified Hospitality Educator designation from the American Hotel & Lodging Association.
Eric BrashearDirector of Fundraising
Owner
AGR - Amusement Game Rentals
702.388.4263
eric@agrlasvegas.com
With more than 22 years in the special event industry, Eric is proud that his company AGR has grown to be the preferred game supplier for many top event planners in Las Vegas. With a background in game design and manufacturing, Eric has created some very innovative games to enhance the guest’s experience, and help make his client’s event the best it can be. This outside-the-box approach combined with impeccable service has proven to be a winning combination for he and his staff.
Carla M. MarreroDirector of Education
Resort Sales Manager
Eureka Casino Resort
702.726.8515
carla@eurekamesquite.com
With over 20 years of experience in the Special Events and Entertainment Industries, Carla has built a strong reputation throughout Southern Nevada as an Industry Leader. Carla is currently the Resort Sales Manager of the Eureka Casino Resort, located just outside of Las Vegas in Mesquite, Nevada. “Going against the grain” and creating new conduits to success has always been her motto. Originally from Hawaii, Carla brings her ever constant energy, optimism, extensive experience, and endless creative resources to our local Special Events Industry, and to the ISES Las Vegas Chapter.
Nathan MilnerDirector of Membership
Director of Operations
Quest Drape
702.270.0534
nmilner@questdrape.com
Nathan Milner is the Director of Operations for Quest Drape’s Las Vegas Market. Quest Drape is Las Vegas’ provider of high quality, cost effective pipe and drape rental. Ranging from large corporate events to small intimate weddings, Nathan and his team have the knowledge, understanding, and dedication to solve all of your pipe and drape needs. Since joining Quest in 2007, Nathan has built a strong reputation throughout Las Vegas by ensuring that his clients always receive “The Best Drape” and “The Best Service”. Nathan is excited to add value to ISES Las Vegas Chapter Membership, and will be working to create valuable ongoing resources for our Members.
Donna SandovalDirector of Special Interests
Western Region Account Executive
AFR Event Furnishings
702.564.2175
dsandoval@rentfurniture.com
Donna Sandoval is the Western Region Account Executive for AFR Event Furnishings. With over 21 years experience in the event and trade show industry, Donna has had the opportunity to work with Fortune 500 companies and many of the industries top event producers creating a significant part of the entire event experience by providing the furniture for their events. Donna is not only able to assist with the furniture design, space planning layout and execution, but she also stays on top of industry trends and offers unique branding opportunities for her clients.
Rolando EspinozaDirector of Programs
Co-Founder - Creative Director
Champagne Creative Group
702.430.9122
rolando@champagnecreativegroup.com
An award-winning designer from Montreal, Rolando is the co-founder and creative director of the Champagne Creative Group; a Las Vegas-based boutique studio working across North America. A design & communications graduate of the Emily Carr University of Art + Design, his creations have been enjoyed by a variety of clients including Warner Bros, Lions Gate Entertainment, ABC Television, MTV, Swarovski & Louis Vuitton. Rolando’s entertainment background is matched by his marketing savvy, as he has held positions of senior brand manager for a variety of sports & entertainment brands, as well as marketing director for a collection of entertainment ventures. With a hands-on approach, Rolando shares his time between Las Vegas and Los Angeles and is a proud member of both ISES communities.