Mesa/Phoenix AZ
Paula Goldsmith, Director, Wiinger@aol.com, 602-323-7752
July 8, 2009, 9AM
GOGO: Worldwide Collection by Stephanie Moss / BDM Hunt's Sunland Village Restaurant
725 S. Rochester Mesa,, Arizona 85206
For More Info: Members: Supplier To Host, Non-members: Supplier To Host
Agent/Agency information to wiinger@aol.com Space Is Very Limited=You Must RSVP" "RSVP": Agent/Agency information to wiinger@aol.com See you soon.....Paula Goldsmith Mesa/Phoenix Chapter Director++480-588-6941++602-323-7752 Call 10 AM to 6 PM. Supplier will host
NJ/Phila Chapter
Hema Khan, Director, new-jersey-chapter@ossn.com, 856-344-2990
July 14, 2009, 6:30PM
Selling Travel Insurance with Travel Insured by Isaac Cymrot, Regional Sales Manager, Travel Insured Panera Bread
48 Centerton Road Mount Laurel, New Jersey 08054
For More Info: Members: free + cost of your meal, Non-members: $10 + cost of your meal
Call Hema @ 856-344-2990 or email new-jersey-chapter@ossn.com
North Carolina
Greta Jamieson, Director, gretamj@purpleparrottravel.com, 919-341-6626
July 16, 2009, 6:30PM
OSSN Topics and TRUE by Patricia Bannister, OSSN Regional Director Cafe Carolina & Bakery
137 Weston Parkway Cary, North Carolina 27513
For More Info: Members: Price of food purchased, Non-members: Price of food purchased
Please RSVP by July 9, 2009
New Mexico / Albuquerque
Keith Powell, Director, powellspeaks@gmail.com, 505 839 1556
July 16, 2009, 11:45AM
Get Organized for Success by Hazel Thornton Chapter Meeting
St. Clair Winery & Bistro, 901 Rio Grande Blvd. NW Albuquerque, New Mexico 87104
For More Info: Members: $15.00, Non-members: $15.00
albuquerque@ossn.com Cash or Check at the door - no credit cards.
SC OSSN (Greenville area)
Linda Isbell, Director, greenville-sc@ossn.com, 864-346-8060
July 17, 2009, 1:30PM
OSSN/TRUE/Marketing/Technology by Patricia Bannister, OSSN Southeast Regional Manager Carolina Fine Foods (Carolina meeting room)
625 SE Main St. Simpsonville, South Carolina 29681
For More Info: Members: The only cost for this meeting will be your meal., Non-members: Your meal.
greenville-sc@ossn.com Patricia is bringing her expertise regarding OSSN, TRUE, marketing and technology to South Carolina. Bring paper and pen as you will want to take lots of notes. She will be going over lots of information for you. Get your questions ready for Patricia to answer. Bring business cards for networking.
Richmond/Norfolk Chapter
John Grygalonis MCC, Director, jgrygalonis@cox.net, 757-303-5733
July 19, 2009, 4PM
Networking/Travel Agent Challenges by John Grygalonis MCC OSSN Member Cookout
12 Tempsford Lane Williamsburg, Virginia 23188
For More Info: Members: Free, Non-members: This is members only cookout. Guests of OSSN members are invited.
Please RSVP no later that July 12th by e-mail or calling so that I will know how much food to get. 757-565-2848 Come join the fun with fellow OSSN members at a cookout on July 19th at my Williamsburg home starting at 4pm. There will be plenty of time to network and hear what other travel agents have to say about recent industry changes and challenges.
Hot dogs, corn on the cob and soft drinks will be provided. Please bring a salad or side dish to share. Spouses/significant others welcome.
Knoxville
Mary Steiner, Director, marystravel1@comcast.net, 865-482-1450
July 21, 2009, 6:30PM
Growing your Business and Client Satisfaction Through Collette Products by Julie Sowinski from Collette Vacations TBA
Knoxville, Tennessee
For More Info: Come join us for an educational evening and learn how the many products of Collette Vacations can help to grow your business and lead to customer satisfaction. Let Julie tell you what new and exciting programs Collette has in store for your clients. Learn how to sign up for all Collette has to offer to travel agents and their favorable commission rates for you.
St. Louis Area
Linda Shipp, CTC, Director, stcharles@ossn.com, 314-374-6910
July 21, 2009, 6:30PM
RCCL and OSSN by Mary Briggs BDM for RCCL & Melody Fee, Co-Founder Ozzie's Sports Bar and Restaurant
45 Westport Plaza St. Louis, Missouri 63145
For More Info: Members: Members FREE , Non-members: Non-members $10.00
st.charles@ossn.com This will be an exciting meeting, having both of these women speak to us.
Mary will let us know what great news RCCL has with their promotions to help us build our business.
Melody will answer all your questions about OSSN. Bring your agent friends so we can show them how great OSSN membership can be for them. "WOW"
Come and get the information YOU need.
Foothill Chapter OSSN
Cordially Yours Travel, Director, gwenduncan@inreach.com, 530-676-7430
July 23, 2009, 6:00PM
Understanding Your Roadmap to Create Success by Chapter Director - Gwen Duncan El Dorado Hills Raley's Event Center
3935 Park Dr. El Dorado Hills, California 95762
For More Info: Members: FREE to members, Non-members: First 2 meetings are FREE
send RSVP to rescueca@ossn.com Come join the Foothill Chapter of OSSN in learning and fun. We'll be having a Trivia Contest at every meeting as well as a TIPS/Networking period to share ideas, concerns, issues etc. regarding all aspects of our businesses. Remember, to join OSSN at your first meeting will garnish a $25 discount in membership. Hope to see you there.
Utah Chapter
Lisa A. Maddux, CTC, Director, utah-chapter@ossn.com, (435) 647-0612
July 28, 2009, 6:00PM
GOGO Worldwide Vacations New Worldwide Collection by Stephanie Moss, Business Development Manager Red Lion Hotel
161 West 600 South Salt Lake City, Utah 84101
For More Info: www.gogowwv.com Members: no charge, Non-members: $10.00
RSVP to (435) 647-0612 or (801) 244-4515 by Thursday, July 23 Stephanie will be presenting GOGO's new Worldwide Collection which includes Asia, UAE, Australia, New Zealand and Discovery. All can be viewed in advance at www.gogowwv.com under "agent tools" then under "e-brochures."
GOGO will pay for your dinner only if you bring a 2009 GOGO booking under deposit or paid in full; otherwise dinner is on your own.
Space Is Very Limited - RSVPs must be received by Thursday, July 23.
Mesa/Phoenix AZ Chapter
Paula Goldsmith, Director, Wiinger@aol.com, 602-323-7752 480-588-6941
July 29, 2009, 5:30PM
US Virgin Islands by Thelma Santiago Brewster, Regional Manager Hunt's Sunland Village Restaurant
725 S. Rochester Mesa, AZ 85206 Mesa, Arizona 85206
For More Info: Members: Supplier will host, Non-members: Supplier will host
wiinger@aol.com
Dear Agents: "You are cordially invited to spend an evening with
Thelma Santiago Brewster, Regional Manager, of the US Virgin Islands
Department of Tourism." Together we will learn all about what this Beautiful and Dynamic destination has to offer."
Seattle Chapter
Michael Schrobat, Director, michael@cetctravel.com, 206-264-1270
August 6, 2009, 6:30PM
Funjet Vacations & Mark Travel by Tausha Martinson TBA
1411 Fourth Ave Seattle, Washington 98101
For More Info: Members: complimentary, Non-members: $20.00
michael@cetctravel.com This venue will move based on participation, we will offer a meeting room at a central location.
St. Louis Area
Linda Shipp, CTC, Director, stcharles@ossn.com, 314-374-6910
August 18, 2009, 6:30PM
GOGO Educational Opporturnities by GOGO tours Patricia Petty Ozzie's Sports Bar and Restaurant
45 Westport Plaza St. Louis, Missouri 63145
For More Info: Members: FREE, Non-members: $10.00 at door- dinner and drinks on your own
st.charles@ossn.com GOGO is planning a great meeting for us. Trisha will let us know about their new education fam trips and hope we all sign up. Sounds like a very good presentation and they are very excited to speak to our OSSN group.
Come and learn on August 18th, 2009 at Ozzies.
THETRADESHOW
, Director, rlefevre@asta.org, 941-322-9700
September 13, 2009, AM
Don’t just survive! Learn how to THRIVE as a Home-Based Agent by Gary Fee and Anita Pagliaso ASTA Trade Show
Las Vegas Convention Center Las Vegas, Nevada
For More Info: http://www.thetradeshow.org/register_now.cfm Members: $25, Non-members: $49
see show registration link The 3-day travel show conference program is designed specifically for you. It offers comprehensive education and training to enrich your career and increase your sales. By attending THETRADESHOW, you will gain the essential knowledge and expertise to make your travel business more profitable.
Richmond/Norfolk Chapter
John Grygalonis MCC, Director, jgrygalonis@cox.net, 757-303-5733
September 16, 2009, 6:00PM
What's new with Carnival Cruise Line by Sarah Jane Kirkland Carnival Cruise Line
Williamsburg, Virginia 23188
For More Info: Members: Free, Non-members: $10.00 This cost will be deducted from your membership fee if you join at this meeting.
More information will be coming on this meeting soon. The exact date may change. The location will be updated as arrangements are finalized.
Utah Chapter
Lisa A. Maddux, CTC, Director, utah-chapter@ossn.com, (435) 647-0612
September 22, 2009, 6:00PM
Carnival Cruise Lines by Willy Beumer, Business Development Director Red Lion Hotel
161 West 600 South Salt Lake City, Utah 84101
For More Info: www.bookccl.com Members: No charge, Non-members: $10.00
Please RSVP to (435) 647-0612 or (801) 244-4515
OSSN LA, OC, Inand Empire & San Diego County
Paula Mitchell Manning, Director, lax@ossn.com, 323-445-3026
September 23, 2009, 4:30PM
TBA by Kathleen Ronald (Queen of Business Networking) The Magic Castle
7001 Franklin Avenue Hollywood, California 90028
For More Info: Members: $20.00 Cash Only At The Door, Non-members: $40.00 Cash Only At The Door
Advance RSVP Required (Limited Seating) Be prepared for the an evening of information that will help you build your business, world-class cuisine and MAGIC! We did an event at this venue last year -- and it was MAGICAL! This event requires: men to wear jackets & ties and women business or cocktail attire. Dress code for this venue is strictly enforced.
knoxville, TN
Mary Steiner, Director, Knoxville@OSSN.com, 865-482-1450
September 29, 2009, 6:30PM
Update on Carnival and Holland America Cruise Lines by Tracie Mosley and Alan Baker
Golden Corral, 6612 CLINTON HIGHWAY Knoxville, Tennessee 37830
For More Info: Come out an meet your local OSSN members and enjoy a sure to be a very informative and fun meeting with Tracie Mosley and Alan Baker. They update us and help us sell more cruises in the future. See you all there
OSSN LA, OC, Inand Empire & San Diego County
Paula Mitchell Manning, Director, lax@ossn.com, 323-445-3026
October 4, 2009, TBDAM
by Ship Inspection of The Splendor Carnival Cruise Lines
San Pedro Pier, California
For More Info: Members: FREE, Non-members: Sorry OSSN Only Event
Advance RSVP Required (Limited Seating) Come join us for a tour of Carnival Cruise Lines ship "The Splendor".
HomeBased Agent Show
, Director, ossn@tampabay.rr.com, 941 322 9700
October 7, 2009, AM
Trump Taj Mahal Atlantic City, New Jersey
For More Info: http://fall.homebasedagentshow.com/ (925) 701-0225 For Home Based Travel Agents who want to expand their knowledge of this dynamic growth phenomenon, as well as those brick-and-mortar travel agents in search of the most up to date information into this relatively new market force, this show, offers the undisputed opportunity to satisfy these requirements. Participants in this Home Based event ranging from thousands of travel agents to the most recognized corporate CEO's, have hailed the provocative and no-nonsense nature of this event's content, sighting the seminars, the panel discussions, the training and the keynote speakers.
Palm Beach County and Treasure Coast
Vincent Yeck, CTA, Director, palmbeach@ossn.com, 561-601-4208
October 7, 2009, 12:00PM
Jamaica - by Ruby Henry - Jamaica Tourist Board TBA
Palm Beach County, Florida
For More Info: Members: TBA, Non-members: TBA
RSVP to palmbeach@ossn.com This meeting is still in development, but will be sure to entertain and inform you about the beauty of Jamaica.
Make sure you check back here for details.
Seattle Chapter
Michael Schrobat, Director, michael@cetctravel.com, 206-264-1270
October 15, 2009, 6:30 PM
Social Networking / Twitter / Face Book by Michael Schrobat Cetc Travel Services
1411 Fourth Ave - lobby meeting room Seattle, Washington 98101
For More Info: Members: complimentary, Non-members: $20.00
michael@cetctravel.com Food and Beverages will be offered complimentary to all members as well as live on line social networking 101 training.
Richmond/Norfolk Chapter
John Grygalonis MCC, Director, jgrygalonis@cox.net, 757-303-5733
October 21, 2009, 6:00PM
Whats new at Royal Caribbean by Anthony Meloro ACC Royal Caribbean
Williamsburg, Virginia 23188
For More Info: Members: Free, Non-members: $10.00 This cost will be deducted from your membership fee if you join at this meeting.
The exact date may change for this seminar. The location will be finalized soon. I will send out an update as soon these items are finalized.
Richmond/Norfolk Chapter
John Grygalonis MCC, Director, jgrygalonis@cox.net, 757-303-5733
November 18, 2009, 6:00PM
What new at Viking River Cruises. by Robin Bear Viking River Cruises
Williamsburg, Virginia 23188
For More Info: Members: Free, Non-members: $10.00 This cost will be deducted from your membership fee if you join at this meeting.
The exact date for this seminar may change. The location will be finalized soon and I will send out information on this location as it becomes finalized.
Palm Beach County and Treasure Coast
Vincent Yeck, CTA, Director, palmbeach@ossn.com, 561-601-4208
February 25, 2010, 06:00PM
Trade Show and Round Table Presentations by PENINSULA TRAVEL PRESENTATIONS, INC. TBD
TBD West Palm Beach, Florida
For More Info: http://www.peninsulashows.com Members: Free - But Must Register at www.peninsulashows.com, Non-members: Free - But Must Register at www.peninsulashows.com
www.peninsulashows.com Join OSSN and PENINSULA TRAVEL PRESENTATIONS, INC. as they provide a series of 5 minute round table presentations to small groups of 7 to 8 travel agents at a time. This unique format offers an excellent opportunity for vendors to educate and discuss with travel agents how best to present and sell their product to prospective clients. Reception, Dinner and Door prizes are included.
Chat Room Events
OSSN Members can talk live online with suppliers and other industry professionals
by visiting the OSSN Members Only Chat Room section located: http://www.ossn.com/secure/education/chat/index.asp
OSSN will E-mail all active members for each scheduled Chat Night Event.
OSSN Members who missed any past Chat Night Event may also visit the OSSN
Chat area to retrieve past events from the archived chat library.
Niche Travel Shows Coming To Your City
Great local trade shows. Check our listing to find a show near you by
clicking here: http://www.travel-shows.com/OSSN.html
PENINSULA TRAVEL PRESENTATIONS, INC.
We provide a series of 5 minute round table presentations to small groups
of 7 to 8 travel agents at a time. This unique format offers an excellent
opportunity for vendors to educate and discuss with travel agents how
best to present and sell their product to prospective travelers.
Please review our schedule as we may have a show in your city. See page:
http://www.peninsulashows.com
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