The International Association of Exhibitions and Events® (IAEE) celebrated a successful Women’s Leadership Forum on April 29-30 at the Lansdowne Resort and Spa in Leesburg, VA, that included the selection of Julie Pazina, CEM, National Director of Sales at Edlen Electrical Exhibition Services, as recipient of the association’s Woman of Achievement Award.

Raised in Atlanta, Pazina moved to Las Vegas in 2002 while working for the cruise industry. She found her home in Las Vegas and never looked back, joining Edlen Electrical Exhibition Services, a family-owned and operated company based in Las Vegas that has grown into the nation’s largest independent temporary utility contractor for trade shows, conventions and special events. In her position, Pazina oversees sales in the Las Vegas market as well as supporting regional and national sales efforts.

Pazina is an active IAVM member and also an IAEE member since 2006, where she has served on various committees and task forces on the national level. Her nomination included support from long-time IAEE members and industry veterans who commended her for her industry involvement, including a very active history with her local chapter. She is well-known among young professionals as a welcoming force who is generous with her knowledge and experience, which also earned her the IAEE Young Professional Award in 2011.

“I am passionate about the events industry, and IAEE has given me the opportunity to learn, grow and build lifelong friendships,” said Pazina. “Being named the recipient of the Woman of Achievement Award is an honor, and I couldn’t be prouder to be among so many smart, accomplished, engaged women in this industry.”

Pazina served on the Board of the Las Vegas Hospitality Association for six years, including her tenure as president in 2013. She is also a member of the Junior League of Las Vegas and an active community volunteer. A graduate of Vanderbilt University with a double major in Political Science and Communication Studies, Pazina recently engaged in a campaign for a Nevada State Senate seat in order to represent her community in upcoming legislative sessions.

“Julie has a passion for the industry and fully devotes herself to her volunteer commitments,” said IAEE Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Cathy Breden, CMP, CAE. “Her run for a seat in the Nevada State Legislature was very inspirational, and she is a great role model to other women both in and beyond our industry.”

By Glen White

A year after launching its Last Straw campaign, Delaware North announced its plastic straw usage has been reduced by more than 8 million straws across its 200-plus operating locations in the United States. The campaign was launched on Earth Day (April 22) 2018 and was implemented as a commitment to reduce plastic waste by offering single-use drinking straws on a request-only basis.
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“This past year was a tremendous step in our ongoing mission of cutting back on single-use plastics and waste in general,” said Deb Friedel, Delaware North’s director of sustainability. “With our operations encompassing such a large footprint, it’s important that we continue to take these steps to minimize our impact on the environment and this was a relatively simple step that has had great results.”

The Last Straw campaign was adopted at most of Delaware North’s operating locations as a way to cut down on the estimated 38.1 million plastic drinking straws the company uses each year. The program is one of the latest initiatives of Delaware North’s proprietary environmental stewardship program, GreenPath®.

Through GreenPath, Delaware North ensures careful management of its environmental impact by setting strict guidelines for energy and water consumption, waste management and other standards at its operating locations around world, which includes sports and entertainment venues, national and state parks, destination resorts and restaurants, airports, and regional casinos. Since its inception in the early 1990s, GreenPath has won dozens of awards from the likes of NASA, the National Park Service, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and the U.S. Travel Association.

Glen White is Senior Manager – Corporate Communications for Delaware North.

By Laura Portch

History is hoping to be made in Melbourne Friday night, May 3, when Collingwood take on Port Adelaide at (Docklands) Marvel Stadium.

As part of the 150th anniversary of Heinz, the iconic food brand has invited its partners to a birthday party with a difference by attempting to set a world record for the most people singing Happy Birthday at the same time.

Heinz partnered with Collingwood to become the “Official Sauce of the Hot Pies” earlier this year and also has an arrangement with Marvel Stadium to supply footy fans with a range of Heinz products.

Simon Laroche, CEO of Kraft Heinz, said, “One hundred-fifty years is a big achievement and we wanted to celebrate in a big way. Collingwood have the best sounding fans in the game and we are inviting them to try and make history with us.”

Mark Anderson, CEO of Collingwood Football Club, said: “We jumped at the chance to get involved with Heinz’ 150th Birthday celebrations. Our football club is 127 years old this year so we will look to get some tips on what to expect when we reach the 150 year milestone!”

Michael Green, CEO of Marvel Stadium, said, “We are really excited about the opportunity to set this new record. We’re calling on fans of both teams to turn up the volume at Marvel Stadium this Friday night.”

The mass singalong will occur at the end of the first quarter and MC Brody Young will lead the crowd in the record attempt. The Colllingwood players will also run through a specially created Heinz banner at the start of the game.

Laura Portch is senior account director at DEC PR in Sydney, Australia.

We always knew industry veteran Steve Stallworth was one of the best. We have even more proof after word was announced that he will be inducted on June 14 into the Southern Nevada Sports Hall of Fame.

Even though he won’t admit it, he’s very proud of this honor and his family is very, very proud of him too,” shared an obviously proud daughter, Savannah Stallworth, who serves as manager – marketing and branding of UNLV Sports Properties. “We’re excited to share this great event with him which supports a great cause.”

The 2019 Southern Nevada Sports Hall of Fame Class includes Stallworth, the Las Vegas Golden Knights, Steve Carp, Hunkie Cooper, Manny Guerra, and Mike Martin.

Since its founding in 1997, the Southern Nevada Sports Hall of Fame (SNSHOF) has carved out a unique niche within the Las Vegas Community. Conceived by a group of ambitious community leaders including Stallworth, the SNSHOF has set forth a mission to recognize the outstanding achievements by Southern Nevada athletes and community leaders and to provide donations to organizations that enhance our youth through active participation in sports.

With nearly 30 years of experience, Stallworth currently serves as the general manager of the 4,500-seat multi-purpose South Point Arena, Equestrian Center and Priefert Pavilion. The South Point Equestrian Center Complex, which includes two additional arenas as part of the Priefert Pavilion, is widely regarded as the premier equestrian facility in the United States.

A 1987 UNLV graduate in Communication Studies, Stallworth played quarterback for the UNLV Rebels football team from 1982-86. He was named team captain and received the scholar athlete award in 1985 and 1986. During his career at UNLV, Stallworth threw for 3,789 yards and 23 touchdowns.

The induction ceremony and dinner is on Friday, June 14, at the Orleans Arena, with a golf tournament set for Thursday, June 13

To purchase a sponsorship, table/tickets, golf, etc., please go to: www.HOF2019.givesmart.com or contact Savannah Stallworth at 702-407-2852 or at sstallworth@unlvsportsproperties.com.

New from Frank Supovitz & McGraw-Hill … “What to Do When Things Go Wrong,” is now available for order. Supovitz, whose involvement with IAVM includes the Academy for Venue Safety & Security, is the CEO of Fast Traffic, LLC, and former NFL Senior VP, Events & NHL Group VP, Events & Entertainment.

The reviews are out with some notable figures touting the book, a five-step guide to planning for and surviving the inevitable – and coming out ahead.

“Together we’ve been through countless political campaigns, The White House, and raising two daughters. Each had its unique challenges. We wish we would’ve had this book through it all. t’s genuinely applicable for every conceivable crisis; how to manage them, but more importantly, how to avoid them.” – James Carville & Mary Matalin

“Supovitz’s breezy, personable, and often provocative storytelling style brings to life the more sobering and valuable lessons of avoiding and planning for crises, and then managing them when they happen anyway. What to Do When Things Go Wrong is a necessary read for anyone managing projects or people.” – Paul Tagliabue, NFL Commissioner, 1989-2006

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