For Better or for Worse
January 4th, 2010The Southern Wisconsin chapter of NACE (National Association of Catering Executives) hosted its annual Gala – For Better or for Worse – at the InterContinental Hotel. Over 200 industry professionals along with their friends and families gathered to celebrate the special events industry.
The evening started out with a halarious cocktail reception that showcased the “for worse” of the industry. Crepe paper and tulle were used to highlight the pink and silver color theme and several of the guests even dressed in outrageous bridesmaids dresses, ruffled tuxedo shirts and bold accessories. People were photographed under a delightfully tacky pink and white balloon arch – so fantastically fabulous!
Meaghan Kohr, Connie Reily, Anne Radtke (Photography by Frontroom Photography)
Other cocktail reception highlights:
- Signature martini bar by Bartenders on the Go (see recipies below)
- Lounge furniture and Luna Lighting by CORT Event Furnishings
(Photography by Frontroom Photography)
- Interactive photo booth by Flippn Fun Fotobooks
- The Scott Kleist Duo provided by ACA Entertainment
- Gorgeous earrings (raffle prize) by David Liska Custom Jeweler
When guests entered the dining room, they were welcomed by the display of “for better” with beautiful table linens by BBJ Linen along with charger plates and flatware from Classic Party Rental. The evening began with a welcome by an industry icon, Ken Hudak from Canopies Events With Disctinction. I was honored to be introduced by Ken and my entrance was one for the history books – I came out from under a wedding dress!
(Photography by Front Room Photography)
The evening included a performance by a local comedienne, an interview with Chef David Zakroczymski, a voice auction and DJ entertainment by Music on the Move Plus. One of the highlights of the event were two amazing videos produced by One Fine Day Productions.
David Caruso, Chef David Zakroczymski (Photography by Front Room Photography)
Please make sure to view my post, “Butterflies – Oh My!” for details regarding the couture head table that I designed with Fresh Design. Here is a sneak peak.
Head table designed by David Caruso, Dynamic Events and Fresh Design (Photography by Front Room Photography)
Signature Martini Recipies
Pink NACEtini
- Champagne
- X-Rated Vodka
- Cherry Garnish
Ginger Martini
- 1.5 oz Vodka
- 1.5 oz Canton Ginger Liqeuer
- Fresh Lime Juice
- Splash of Pineapple Juice
Gala Committee
- Sydney Johnson, Marcus Hotels & Resorts
- Chris Albrecht, Let’s Have An Affair
- Chad Torkelson, Midwest Sound DJ Entertainment
- Denise Liles, Veil Magazine
- Carolyn Fraser, ACME Corp. Production Resources
- Kristin Wood, ACME Corp. Production Resources
- Candy Curley, Chef Jack’s Catering
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