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What is ISES?
The International Special Events Society (ISES) is comprised of over 7,200 professionals associated among 49 chapters across 38 countries representing special event planners and producers (from festivals to trade shows), caterers, decorators, florists, destination management companies, rental companies, special effects experts, tent suppliers, audio-visual technicians, event and convention coordinators, balloon artists, educators, journalists, hotel sales managers, specialty entertainers, convention center managers, and many more professional disciplines. ISES provides education and networking to its members to promote professionalism in the special events industry.

The 239-member Northern California Chapter, established in May 1991, empowers its members to increase their strategic value with education, professional development and business growth opportunities.

The Special Event 2012

The Special Event is just around the corner at the Tampa Convention Center from January 24-27. There are two opportunities to help you attend this unique educational experience:

1. ISES-NCC is offering one scholarship for a conference, education and social package. In addition, the scholarship winner will be reimbursed for up to an additional $1,000 in travel expenses (airfare, hotel accommodations). Applications are due on December 20, 2011.
   
   
2. The SEARCH Foundation is offering a full educational scholarship to one (1) rising star from each ISES chapter. Applications are due on December 20, 2011.