Classes are forming NOW!

The first session on Saturdays begins this Saturday, September 11, 2010 at 9am and run for 12 weeks through December 4^th.  The Monday evening session in Dunwoody starts on September 20^th from 6pm – 9pm and also runs for 12 weeks, ending on December 6^th.

If you are interested, contact Clayton State University, Continuing Education at 678 466-5050 as soon as possible.  Registration closes for the Saturday session TODAY and for the Monday session, it closes on Friday, September 17^th.

I hope to see you there!

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Fall 2010 EPC Program

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• Dunwoody area

https://ace2.clayton.edu/wconnect/CourseStatus.awp?~~112KCER601

• Clayton State University East – Morrow

https://ace2.clayton.edu/wconnect/CourseStatus.awp?~~112ECER084

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Once again Clayton State University is teaming with EventEssentials

to produce the Event Planning Certificate class (EPC).  Please pass this information

on to anyone you know who may be interested in taking this course.

Two classes will be offered during Fall 2010:

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- Monday evenings in Dunwoody near Perimeter Mall beginning on September 20th

- Saturday mornings on the East Campus of Clayton State University beginning on September 11th

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Course description and syllabus

Fall 2010 EPC Program

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To register click on the links below.  Space is LIMITED so register early!

• Dunwoody area

https://ace2.clayton.edu/wconnect/CourseStatus.awp?~~112KCER601

• Clayton State University East – Morrow

https://ace2.clayton.edu/wconnect/CourseStatus.awp?~~112ECER084

What people are saying about the EPC class:

“I was 59-years-old when I enrolled in Clayton State University Event Planner certificate class taught by Qualena Odom-Royes.  I was working as an event assistant at a private golf course and wanted to get focused training in that field. About half way through the class I had a family health emergency and had to go to Washington for several weeks. Clayton State and my instructor assured me that I could repeat the class (at no charge) in the fall. I did repeat and complete the course and the following February I was hired as Events Coordinator for a new Riverstone Residential apartment community, Alta Johns Creek. I have no doubt that my Clayton State Event Planner certificate helped me edge out other candidates for a job I truly love. Another unexpected pleasure with the event planner class was  (and is) the opportunity to work as a volunteer for various events throughout metro Atlanta and to become a student member of I.S.E.S. The class was a great investment in my evolving career.”

Melinda Morrin – Alpharetta

“When I decided to switch careers into the event planning industry, one of my first steps was to enroll in Qualena Odom-Royes’ Event Planning Certificate course. Throughout the semester, Qualena provided the education, advice and encouragement I needed to get my wedding consulting business up and running. The most important thing I took away from the class was the confidence to go for it and start the business, as well as the beginnings of my large network of industry contacts. I am now in my fifth year of business and have experienced year-over-year growth the entire time.  I would recommend that anyone who is interested in the industry look into the class as a great starting point.”

Daria MacGregor – Circle of Love Weddings

“The Event Planning Certificate program at Clayton State University gave me the stepping stone into my career in the event industry. With its flexible scheduling night class options I was able to further my education of the industry while keeping my full time job. The greatest benefit was having such an experienced and knowledgeable professor aiding me through the learning process by offering onsite event experience. The program taught me more than just the basics of event planning, but gave me greater insights behind the scenes of actual events that I would be working on in the real world. Three years later I now own a successful event management company and owe it all to my stepping stone in the industry…”

Ashley Sostaric – PLAN Event Details Management

If you have any questions, please email qualena(at)eventsessential.com

Thank you!

Q

In one weekend, Taste of Atlanta brings together the incredible energy and diversity of the city’s food scene. From the trendiest new restaurants to down home favorites, from ethnic eateries to small gems that are off the beaten path – if it’s great food, you’ll find it at Taste of Atlanta! The 8^th annual Taste of Atlanta boasts a new location – the streets of Midtown at Tech Square and over 80 confirmed restaurants on Saturday, October 10^th through Sunday, October 11^th.

Volunteers are the key to making this event a success. We are seeking several qualified and enthusiastic volunteers to serve as Ambassadors for Taste of Atlanta 2009.
Ambassador opportunities include: Greeters, Chef’s Assistants (Culinary Students Only) and Restaurant Runners to name a few. Ambassadors are needed from October 10th through October 11th at various times (4 hour shifts).

Each Ambassador should be able to commit to a four hour shift and attend 1 of 2 Ambassador Information Meetings held on Tuesday, September 22^nd and Thursday, September 24^th, location TBA.
Taste of Atlanta is an excellent opportunity to meet people from Atlanta as well as from around the world! All Ambassadors will receive:

• (1) General admission to the 2009 Taste of Atlanta (includes 10 Taste coupons)
• Taste of Atlanta Ambassador Apron
• Letter of recognition

If you are interested in volunteering, please complete and submit the following online application  - www.eventsessential.com/events_volunteer.htm 

If you have any questions, please contact Qualena Odom-Royes, CSEP, CMP at volunteers(at)eventsessential.com or 770-413-8191. 

Application deadline is September 11, 2009 – We look forward to hearing from you!!