Brides.com Event at the Palms in South Beach

I attended the Brides.com event yesterday. It was a wonderful time. The Palms Hotel provided a beautiful venue for this event with an open bar throughout the night. The vendors that presented were outstanding. I truly enjoyed Donut Divas, I have to admit I am not a donut fan but these miniature donuts were incredible.. I had to stop myself!! Lola's Cupcakery- what could I say.. I'm speechless, I love the presentation, the packaging is beautiful, what a great idea for favors. Everybody did an incredible job.

We wanted to thank both Stephanie and Ela for inviting us and we look forward to seeing you soon at the Sea Aquarium in December for the next networking event.

Above picture: My good friend Addy Nunez owner of Do Me a Favor, Stephanie Bosco-Luca from Brides.com and Monica Porrata

A Gift For Our Clients

On November 10, 2008 the Wedding Salon will host a luxury bridal event at the Biltmore Hotel. International Event Design has been provided with complimentary tickets for our exclusive clients. Come and join an elite group of wedding professionals and enjoy the day with us. To ensure you receive your ticket please email us with your current address, wedding date, and phone number. We will not be able to accommodate everyone so please email us your interest in this special gift as soon as possible.

The International Fighting Campionship Event was a great success

On October 11, 2008 the International Fighting Championship kickboxing event was held at the Sheraton in Miami. The event was great!! The floor plan was put together nicely providing the VIP purchased tickets with front row seats all around the boxing ring. We had 6 bars throughout the floor to accommodate the big crowd and staff throughout the event ensuring great customer service. Over 800 people came out to the event. The evening was full of excitement with everyone cheering their favorite fighters. Next kickboxing event will be announced soon.

Picture above: Kevin Cardona and Diego Molinari owners of International Fighting Championship and Kinte Promotions with Danay Sanchez and Monica Porrata

The Wedding Salon invites International Event Design to participate in their Focus Group

On October 6th I was cordially invited to participate in a focus group hosted by the Wedding Salon and 4pm Events at the Woodbine Villa in Coconut Grove. The group consisted of a very carefully selected group of vendors that included Tatiana Byron from the wedding Salon, KT from KT Merry photography, Elizabeth Antunes from Elizabeth Antunes photography, Julie Nissa Block from Master Musicians, Darryl Gilbert from DJ Retro, Glen Macarthur from Rays of Light, Christian Sarquis from Gansevoort South, Katy and Marc Benichou from Bubble, a distinctive furniture rental company, Heather Minsky from Smile South Florida and myself, Monica Porrata. Between our nine companies and the Wedding Salon we shared our marketing tips and trends as well as networked with each other. It was a wonderful meeting with a great group of people. A cocktail party followed where about 65 other vendors participated including other wedding planners in South Florida. It was a great evening.

October 1st Website Launch Party

On October 1st, 2008 we launched our new website!! We were joined by our closest friends and family to celebrate. Visit us at http://www.internationaleventdesign.com/ Our gallery and music will be added shortly. Take a look!! I hope you enjoy it.

Macy's and International Event Design Network Lunch July 30th

We were invited by Macy's executives today to discuss the bridal industry in South Florida. We brainstormed on how International Event Design, and other selected wedding planners in South Florida could work together with Macy's, learn from each other and collaborate. It was a great conversation and a wonderful lunch at the Cheesecake factory in Dadeland mall. We met the vice president of Macy's who flew in from New York for our meeting. We are looking forward to working closer with Macy's.

Network Event hosted by the Miami Executive Aviation July 16th

International Event Design attended a network event hosted by the Miami Executive Aviation on July 16th, 2008. In attendance were all private aviation related companies. They invited International Event Design as the only event planning firm to the event. We were taken to a tour of their hanger which they have used for music videos and movies in the past. This is a newly renovated state of the art facility with over 70,000 sq. ft. of hanger space. International Event Design will now be using this facility for our very big events such as runway shows, boxing events, etc. We have also partnered with executive air services who provides individuals and executives with exceptional services through their aircraft charter operations. If you need a private jet just let us know!!