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CHS Holiday Party - December 4th, 2011
On Sunday, December 4, 2011, Brooke ’98 and Christian ’96 Hempell once again opened up their home to host the Georgia chapter’s annual holiday party. Organizing the event was chapter president Meri Goldstein ‘04. Fifty Atlanta hotelies and guests enjoyed a dinner and dessert buffet catered by the Castellucci Hospitality Group – Fred Castellucci ’07, Stephanie Castellucci ’09, and Chad Crete ’07. Beer was donated by Alan LeBlanc ’84 (Max Lager’s American Grill and Brewery), while Garnie Nygren ’05 (Serenbe) contributed the wine. Joining us from Ithaca were Meg Keilbach and Megan Kaminska from the Alumni Affairs and Development office of The Hotel School. After Meg’s update on happenings in Ithaca, Meri Goldstein ’04 presented Meg and Megan with a $10,000 check from the Georgia Chapter for its scholarship fund. Following the presentation, Mark Newton ’74 repeated his role as Santa Claus during the annual gift exchange.
Atlanta Lodging Outlook 2012 - September 7th, 2011
A record crowd of 400 Atlanta area hotel industry professionals attended the 13th annual Atlanta Lodging Outlook breakfast seminar on Wednesday, September 7, 2011. This year’s event was held at the InterContinental Hotel in Buckhead. Our host was Brian Ettelman ’87, Director of Catering. Atlanta Lodging Outlook is organized by the Georgia Chapter of the Cornell Hotel Society with promotional assistance from the Atlanta Convention and Visitors Bureau (ACVB) and the Georgia Hotel and Lodging Association (GHLA). The seminar is designed to provide hotel owners and operators with the information they need to prepare their marketing plans and budgets for the upcoming year. This year we were honored to have Dean Michael Johnson serve as moderator for the event. Joining Dean Johnson from Ithaca was Associate Dean Jon Denison. Georgia Chapter president Meri Goldstein ‘04 welcomed the attendees and then turned the proceedings over to Dean Johnson. Following his opening comments, Dean Johnson moderated a panel of local area experts: • Roger Tutterow Ph.D., Professor of Economics with Mercer University • Mark Vaughan, Executive VP of the Atlanta Convention and Visitors Bureau • Tim Hart, Executive Vice President of TravelClick • Mark Woodworth ’77, President of PKF Hospitality Research Proceeds from the event help support the Georgia chapter’s scholarship fund. With the record attendance level, we will be able to contribute $10,000 to the fund this year.
Georgia Chapter Welcomes New Students - August 11th, 2011
On Thursday, August 11, a record crowd of 20 Georgia Hotel School alumni gathered at the Mellow Mushroom Brookhaven restaurant to host new and current students from the Atlanta area. Special guests of honor were incoming freshman Austin Hulse ’15 and his parents, as well as Culinary Institute of America transfer student Carolyn Ralph ’13 and her mother. Briefing them on life as a hotelie were Nicolle Wiggins ’14, Ben Gatchell ’11, and Adam Dennett ’11. After consuming pizza and salad, chapter President Meri Goldstein ’04 welcomed the new students and their parents. The alumni in attendance then took time to share their favorite, and least favorite, memories of Ithaca. We wish all of the hotelies from Georgia the best of success during the 2011 – 2012 school year.
Georgia Chapter Treated to Serene Lunch at Serenbe - May 21st, 2011
On Saturday, May 21, 2011, fifty Georgia hotelies, along with their families, were treated to a very special lunch and tour of the Serenbe Community south of Atlanta. Serenbe is a 1,000 acre national model for the future of balanced development in the U.S. – focusing on land preservation, agriculture, energy efficiency, green building, walkability, high density building, arts and culture, and community living for multiple generations. Our hostess for the event was Garnie Nygren ’05. After dining on the Serenbe Inn’s famous fried chicken, Garnie presented the story of how she, her parents, and her two sisters transformed the original 60 acres and farmhouse into the multi-use development it is today. For the complete story, please visit www.serenbecommunity.com. This was the first of what we hope will be an annual family event on the CHS-GA calendar.
Georgia Kicks Off 2011 at Brewery - February 24th, 2011
The Georgia chapter kicked off 2011 on February 24 with a happy hour event at the SweetWater Brewing Company. Twenty-five hotelies gathered to catch up while sampling a variety of ales and porter. New chapter president, Meri Goldstein ’04, organized the event. The Georgia chapter looks forward to another year of social, educational, and networking events.
CHS Holiday Party - Dec 12, 2010
Where: Brooke '98 & Christian '96 Hempell , 10 South Prado, Atlanta, GA 30309
When: Between 6:00pm and 9:00pm on Sunday, December 12th, 2010
What: Cornell Hotel Society Holiday Party
Price: $35.00 per person for dues paid members and guests
Menu: Heavy horsoeuvres and beverages will be served
Holiday Gift Exchange:To participate in the traditional gift exchange, please bring a wrapped non-gender specific gift under $10
A Big Red Event at the St. Regis Atlanta - October 6th, 2010
Where: The St. Regis Atlanta – The Wine Room (Eighty-Eight Paces Ferry Road, 404-563-7900, www.stregisbuckhead.com)
When: Between 5:45pm and 7:30pm on Wednesday, October 6th, 2010
What: A Big Red Event
Big Red Menu Created by the Chef & Megan Gray ’03 to Feature:
Georgian red beet tartar, sweet grass dairy goat cheese crumbles candied cashews and Maplewood smoked bacon chips
Smoked salmon on brioche toast with warm quail poached eggs sauce choron, micro red oarch
St Regis tomato bisque with organic Vermont cheddar grilled cheese
Grilled Kobe beef on artisanal sun dried tomato foccacia bread caramelized red onions, warm chanterelles, and truffle dust
Sashimi of tuna on a bed of crushed edamame laced with wasabi, watermelon and sake infused ginger gel
Mini warm roasted red bliss potatoes filled with salmon tartar, and salmon caviar
Atlanta Lodging Outlook 2011
Where: Grand Hyatt Hotel Buckhead (3300 Peachtree Road, NE, Atlanta, GA 30305 – Phone: 404-237-1234)
When: Wednesday, September 1, 2010 between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM
7:00 AM to 8:00 AM: Continental Breakfast and Networking
8:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Seminar
What: ATLLANTA LODGIING OUTLLOOK 2011
New Student Reception - August 10, 2010
Where: Mellow Mushroom - Brookhaven (4058 Peachtree Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30319, t: 404-266-1661)
When: Between 6:30pm and 8:30pm on Tuesday, August 10
What: New Student Reception
Tequila and Tacos Tasting - June 29, 2010
Where: A Legendary Event (1380 west Marietta Street, Atlanta, GA, 30318, (404) 869-8858, www.legendaryevents.com)
When: Between 6:30pm and 8:30pm on Tuesday, June 29th
What: Tequila and Tacos Tasting
Thank you very much Sophia!!
Annual Holiday Party with Special Guest Dean Johnson and Mrs. Johnson - Dec 6, 2009
Where: Home of Tim & Karen Dick in Brookhaven
When: 6:00pm to 9:00pm
What: Please join us for an evening of merriment and good cheer at the home of Karen and Tim Dick MMH '88. Festive heavy hors d’oeuvres and beverages will be provided
A HAPPY HOUR AND TOUR of the RECENTLY OPENED LOEWS ATLANTA HOTEL in MIDTOWN - April 29, 2010
A great event generously hosted by Loew's which brought together about 20 Georgia Chapter alum and guests to tour the newest midtown hotel. Thanks to the management of Loew's and to the delicious big red cocktail. A good time was had by all!!
Where: Loews Atlanta Hotel (1065 Peachtree Street, Atlanta, GA 30309,
404.745.5000)
When: Thursday, April 29, 2010 at 6:30pm
What: Hotel Tour and Happy Hour
http://www.loewshotels.com/en/Hotels/Atlanta-Hotel/Overview.aspx
THE 2010 KICK OFF PARTY AT SWEETWATER BREWERY - April 7, 2010
Where : SweetWater Brewery (195 Ottley Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30324, 404-691-2537)
When : Wednesday, April 7, 2010 between 5:30 and 7:30pm
What : Beer Tastings and Brewery Tour
Why : Because it is the CHS Georgia Chapter's 2010 Kick Off Party!
Ham & Sherry Pairings at the Iberian Pig - Nov 18, 2009
Where: Iberian Pig, 121 Sycamore St. Decatur, GA 30030, 404.371.8800
When: 6:45pm
What: The Iberian Pig is the newest restaurant venture of Fred Castellucci's ('07) & Stephanie Castellucci '09 and Chad Crete '07 is their Chef!
Atlanta Lodging Outlook - Sep 9, 2009
Where: Grand Hyatt Buckhead
When: 7:00am-10:00am
What: This breakfast seminar is designed to assist all parties involved in the Atlanta hospitality industry. Receive valuable data and analysis from the industry's leading authorities.
New Student Send Off - Aug 12, 2009
Where: Mellow Mushroom Brookhaven, 4058 Peachtree Road
When: 6:30pm-8:30pm
What: Atlanta area current students and alumni are invited to meet the Georgia members of the Cornell Hotel School class of 2013
Tour and Cocktails at the Newly Opened St Regis Buckead - Jul 23, 2009
Where: The St. Regis Atlanta Eighty-Eight Paces Ferry Road
When: 5:45 PM – 7:30PM
What: Join us for Signature Bloody Mary cocktail, champagne sabering, passed appetizers, and "insider's" tour of this new addition to the Buckhead luxury hotel market and learn about the hotel that has redefined luxury for Atlanta. Megan Gray ’03 has graciously arranged for an inside look into how the St. Regis creates an unsurpassed experience
Wine & Chocolate Tasting - Mar 12, 2009
Where: A Legendary Event, www.legendaryevents.com
1380 West Marietta Street, Atlanta, GA 30329
Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
What: Wine and Chocolate pairng, chocolate tasting, truffle making and munching
