Design-Related Resources Abundant At 2003 IH/M&RS

"The IH/M&RS provides a balance of resources, from quality products and services to educational and networking opportunities," said Christian Falkenberg, show manager. "Décor offers a targeted purchasing environment for design professionals in the hospitality industry."

Exhibitor Profile - Located on Levels 1 and 3 of the Javits Center, Décor houses some 500 suppliers of furniture, lighting, floor and wall coverings, artwork, furnishing and fixtures, meeting all the needs of hospitality design professionals. The Hospitality Showcase, a special display located on Level 1, will highlight innovative first-time participants, displaying the hotel industry's newest design-related products and services. Notable companies participating in this sector include the Consulate General - Brazil Trade Bureau, Everwood Plantation Teak, Riverside Design and Water Wonders.

Educational Programs - Within its educational programming, the IH/M&RS will offer a series of design-focused seminars, as well as a keynote address by design industry leaders. Seminar topics will include spa designs; timeshares, and the documentation process.

Seminar attendance is free with an IH/M&RS badge. A complete schedule of IH/M&RS programs will be available online at www.ihmrs.com. A brief description of the design-specific programs follows:

How to Design and Prepare Your Spa for Operational Success
Saturday, November 8, 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. - In today's hospitality marketplace, it is vital to maintain a competitive edge and to delineate one property from others. The inclusion of a spa or leisure facility can help achieve this goal. If a hotel or resort is planning the addition or expansion of a spa, this seminar will help shape planning and design issues, and prepare a spa facility for operational and financial success. Ralph Newman of WTS International, Inc. will moderate the panel including: Gustin Tan, Brennan Beer Gorman Architects and Chris White, WTS International, Inc.

Timeshares: The Hot Segment of the Marketplace
Sunday, November 9, 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 Noon - Timeshares have been around for a long time. What has suddenly propelled them into the "hot" segment of the hospitality marketplace? What components comprise the success of a property? Resort managers, investors, designers, architects and manufacturers must attend this session. Howard C. Nusbaum of American Resort & Development Association (ARDA) will moderate the panel including: Pete Kruse, Marriott Vacation Club International (MVCI); Mary Mahoney, Fairfield Resorts; and Antony Vereb, Starwood Vacation Ownership (SVO).

The 10 Most Frequent Mistakes in Documentation
Sunday, November 9, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. - While not the most glamorous issue in the industry, the quality of the documentation process is certainly one of the most important. The degree of success can make or break projects, careers and organizational productivity. This seminar will help participants take a positive and constructive approach to improving the quality of the documentation process. A panel of key industry leaders will share their knowledge on how to improve this critically important area industry-wide. John R. Hardy of The John Hardy Group will moderate the panel including: Robert D. Harnach, Richmond Textiles; Roger G. Hill, II, The Gettys Group, Inc.; Robert C. MacKenzie, Cornerstone Real Estate Advisors; and Martin B. Sringfellow, Martin B. Stringfellow Company.

DESIGN KEYNOTE: Achievers, Visionaries, Icons in the Industry
Monday, November 10, 2003, 1:00pm-2:00pm - Join design luminaries as they discuss how they started, what experiences shaped their lives and how they reached success. Do they think alike? What are their favorite hotels? What are their passions? What is the future for hospitality? Listen and learn, as the best of the best- the legends that they are-speak and spar in friendly conversation. Michael A. Leven of U.S. Franchise Systems, Inc. will moderate the panel including: Michael Bedner, Hirsch Bedner & Associates; Laurence S. Benjamin, Benjamin Brothers; Lee Berthelson, retired from Marcus Hotels & Resorts and Preferred Hotels Worldwide; William G. Langmade, Purchasing Management International; Manfred Steinfeld, Daniel Paul LLC; and Trisha Wilson, Wilson & Associates, Inc.

Gold Key Awards - The 2003 Gold Key Awards, which are presented by the IH/M&RS and sponsored by Hospitality Design and Hotel and Motel Management magazines, will recognize 20 finalists this year for excellence in seven design categories: Restaurants - Seating to 110; Restaurants - Seating Over 110; Guest Rooms; Suites; Lobby/Reception Area; Senior Living Facility; and Spa and Resort. Grand Prize Winners in each category and a "Best of Show" Award will be presented at the breakfast.

Design professionals will have an opportunity to network at the 23rd Gold Key Awards, recognizing excellence in hospitality design, on Monday November 10, from 7:30 - 10:00 a.m., at New York City's Waldorf=Astoria. The keynote address will be delivered by Jeffrey Beers founder and principal of Jeffrey Beers International. Tickets for the Gold Key Awards Breakfast are $75 each, with a portion of the proceeds donated to Network of Executive Women in Hospitality (NEWH) Scholarship Fund. To reserve tickets, send checks, payable to the International Hotel/Motel & Restaurant Show, to Amie Goldman at George Little Management, LLC, Ten Bank Street, White Plains, NY 10606-1954, or register online at www.ihmrs.com. For more information contact Amie Goldman, events supervisor, at (914) 421-3309 or [email protected].

All finalists' projects will be on display at the IH/M&RS in the Gold Key Gallery, which is sponsored by the NEWH and located in the Hospitality Showcase on Level 1 of the Javits Center.

The 88th Annual IH/M&RS will be held November 8-11, 2003 at New York City's Jacob K. Javits Convention Center. The IH/M&RS presents approximately 1,800 exhibitors in five distinct markets: Décor, Technology, Restaurant, Flavors and Essentials. The Show draws 55,000 domestic and international hospitality professionals representing chain, franchise, resort, casino, independent and senior care properties, consultants, architects, designers, purchasing, management companies, restaurants, clubs, fast food, airline and cruise ships, bars, caterers, corporate dining, hospitals, schools, industry distributors, wholesalers and designers.

Show hours are 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., from Saturday, November 8, through Monday, November 10; and 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., on Tuesday, November 11. IH/M&RS attendee registration is $25 until October 10, and $50 after October 10. Attendee information and registration is available online at www.ihmrs.com, or by calling GLM's Customer Service Department at (914) 421-3206. The website also features an exhibitor list, a schedule of market events and seminars and hotel and travel information.

The IH/M&RS is sponsored by the New York State Hospitality & Tourism Association, the Hotel Association of New York City, and the American Hotel & Lodging Association. The Show is managed by George Little Management, LLC (GLM®). For IH/M&RS exhibitor information, contact Christian Falkenberg, show manager, at GLM, Ten Bank Street, White Plains, NY 10606-1954. Telephone (914) 421-3296. Fax (914) 948-6180. E-mail: [email protected].