Photos courtesy of ABI Photo
The networking at our April meeting was impressive. We were hosted by the Mission Valley Marriott with our Event Manager Kim Tourtellott. We welcomed our guest Johann Cazorla, intern for Carmin Design Events. We enjoyed learning about the Mission Valley Marriott and its variety of ballrooms and events.
Our first showcaser Tiffany from CaliCards started her business in 2005. Her invitations are all custom, one of a kind, unique and fabulous. Her prices include packaging and addressing. Her philosophy is to be creative and make the invitation a glorious window to each event.
Our second showcaser was Diane from Silverwood. We were greeted to the sounds of Silverwood during our mingling time. Delightful and catchy tunes from Diane, Gary’s son Joel and Jason Coleman, vocalist. Extremely talented and devoted to their craft, it’s always a joy to listen to their music and variety of songs.
After a delicious lunch, our President, Ann from Ann’s Plans, discussed next month’s Open Forum topic “Presenting Yourself as a Vendor of Distinction”. Our new brochures were passed out ~ thank you Lola, Shannon and Tiffany. The brochures are dynamite, classy and fabulous! Raffle prizes were given away to Merrylin, Elaine and Susan.
We were reminded of the Celebration of Life for Peggi Walker at the Bali Hai that evening. An evening of food, dance and song ~ Kimmy, from Sensation Show Band, will be rockin’ the attendees and creating a festive, joyous atmosphere. Many WoD members are involved in this event, donating food to décor.
Our next meeting will be Tuesday, May 24 at The Abbey. We appreciate the Marriott for their food, service and hospitality. We thank Paula Rae for the centerpieces and décor and Dennis Way for taking our photos.
After the hotel tour, we left happy, anticipating the start of another wonderful month of referring our WOD members!
