10th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

10th ANNIVERSARY
CELEBRATION
and
SCHOLARSHIP GALA
Tuesday, November 18, 2014
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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Congratulations from NEWH Canada Inc.
Christine Tucker
Tucker & Associates
President
NEWH has been well known in the USA Hospi-
NEWH Mission – NEWH is the premier
tality Industry as the premier networking
networking resource for the Hospitality Industry,
Scott Pope
resource for the Hospitality Industry for many
providing scholarships, education, leadership
Vifloor Canada, Ltd.
years, as it began in 1984. Bringing NEWH to
development, recognition of excellence, and
Secretary
Canada initially began in 2002, with Andrea
business development opportunities.
Benner and Priscilla Nesbitt collaborating to
Meredith Whipp
start a Chapter in South Western Ontario
It has been an honour to be involved with
Tappatec, Inc.
Region. They worked very diligently to organize
NEWH Toronto and NEWH Canada Inc., I have
Treasurer
great events and with that, the Canadian hospi-
gained so much from my experiences with
tality industry engaged NEWH. With industry
NEWH, leadership development, Board of
Shelia Lohmiller
professionals signing up for membership
Director experience/training, managing a not
NEWH, Inc.
quickly, allowing us to successfully Chartered
for profit corporation, connections, FRIEND-
Director
the Chapter in 2004. We later changed the
SHIPS,
business
opportunities,
business
name from South Western Ontario to the
practices, mentoring and a 24/7 access to
Julia Marks
Toronto Chapter so the focus of our events was
who, what and when things are happening in
Dossee, Inc.
better recognized by our members in Canada,
our Industry.
Director
USA and UK hospitality markets.
Each of us makes a living by what we get, but
Kimberly Sontowski
Time has passed quickly with many great
we make a life by what we give. Pay it forward
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memories of events and functions we proudly
and join the more than 3,900 members of
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celebrate 10 years as a Charted Chapter.
NEWH in Awarding over $3,000,000.00 to
Thank you to every member, event sponsor
date in Scholarships.
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Toronto
and attendee that has graced an NEWH Event
in Toronto Chapter as you are why we are a
success! If you’re still not a member, we would
REGIONAL GROUPS
Vancouver
like to invite you to join and be a part of the
NEWH Mission.
Chris Tucker
President
NEWH Canada Inc.
Arizona – Atlanta – Atlantic City|Greater Philadelphia – Chicago – Dallas – Houston – Las Vegas – Los Angeles Founding Chapter – New York – North Central – Northwest – Rocky Mountain – San Francisco
Bay Area – South Florida– Sunshine – Toronto – United Kingdom – Washington DC Metropolitan – Regional Groups: New England – North Carolina – Orange County – San Diego – Vancouver – Virginia
Thanking NEWH’s 2014 Corporate Partners
Benefactor: DURKAN HOSPITALITY | FABRICUT CONTRACT/ S. HARRIS | KOHLER COMPANY | RH CONTRACT | ULSTER
Patron: AMERICAN LEATHER | CRYPTON
FABRICS | DELTA FAUCET COMPANY | HOSPITALITY DESIGN GROUP | HOSPITALITY MEDIA GROUP LLC | HOTEL INTERACTIVE | INSTALLATION SERVICE GROUP | MILLIKEN
CARPET/HOSPITALITY | MOEN INCORPORATED | SUMMER CLASSICS CONTRACT
Supporting: AMERICAN ATELIER, INC. | ARTERIORS CONTRACT | ASHLEY LIGHTING, INC.
| B CARPET | BERNHARDT HOSPITALITY | CONNEAUT LEATHER | ELECTRIC MIRROR | FABRIC INNOVATIONS, INC. | JUSTICE DESIGN GROUP | KARNDEAN DESIGNFLOORING | LEXMARK
CARPET MILLS | LILY JACK | MANDY LI COLLECTION | OW HOSPITALITY | P/KAUFMANN CONTRACT | RICHLOOM CONTRACT | SEM FIM LLC | SERTA INTERNATIONAL | SÉURA INCORPORATED
| SHAFER COMMERCIAL SEATING | SHELBY WILLIAMS | SIGNATURE HOSPITALITY CARPET | TROPITONE FURNITURE COMPANY | VAUGHAN BENZ | W A L T E R S
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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Christine Tucker
Tucker & Associates
Congratulations to all our NEWH members and friends
on your 10th Anniversary!
President
Scott Pope
It seems like just yesterday that Jillian Van Dresser and I flew to Toronto to Charter the Southern
Ontario Chapter of NEWH. It was a wonderful Gala and Silent Art Auction (and I still have the artwork
hanging in my home) at McLean House.
Vifloor Canada, Ltd.
Secretary
Meredith Whipp
Tappatec, Inc.
Treasurer
Shelia Lohmiller
NEWH, Inc.
Special Kudos goes to Priscilla Nesbitt and Andrea Benner for their commitment and efforts to make
this chapter a reality; and Thank You to the Founding Board Members … Priscilla Nesbitt, Andrea
Benner, Jennifer Young, Michelle Nolet, Jane Webster, Grace Chan, Kelly Davis, Jae Rang, May Lui,
Linda Southard, Meg Weaver and Colette Nemni. The chapter was started with 48 general members
and one student member and now Canada has 346 members, including students.
Director
Julia Marks
Dossee, Inc.
Director
Kimberly Sontowski
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In 2008, NEWH/Southern Ontario became NEWH/Toronto. NEWH’s mission is Scholarship &
Education … and Canada has certainly followed that mission by giving $82,000.00 to 42 students
over the years.
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Again congratulations Canada … you make us all so proud!
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Toronto
REGIONAL GROUPS
Vancouver
Shelia Lohmiller
Executive Director
NEWH, Inc.
Arizona – Atlanta – Atlantic City|Greater Philadelphia – Chicago – Dallas – Houston – Las Vegas – Los Angeles Founding Chapter – New York – North Central – Northwest – Rocky Mountain – San Francisco
Bay Area – South Florida– Sunshine – Toronto – United Kingdom – Washington DC Metropolitan – Regional Groups: New England – North Carolina – Orange County – San Diego – Vancouver – Virginia
Thanking NEWH’s 2014 Corporate Partners
Benefactor: DURKAN HOSPITALITY | FABRICUT CONTRACT/ S. HARRIS | KOHLER COMPANY | RH CONTRACT | ULSTER
Patron: AMERICAN LEATHER | CRYPTON
FABRICS | DELTA FAUCET COMPANY | HOSPITALITY DESIGN GROUP | HOSPITALITY MEDIA GROUP LLC | HOTEL INTERACTIVE | INSTALLATION SERVICE GROUP | MILLIKEN
CARPET/HOSPITALITY | MOEN INCORPORATED | SUMMER CLASSICS CONTRACT
Supporting: AMERICAN ATELIER, INC. | ARTERIORS CONTRACT | ASHLEY LIGHTING, INC.
| B CARPET | BERNHARDT HOSPITALITY | CONNEAUT LEATHER | ELECTRIC MIRROR | FABRIC INNOVATIONS, INC. | JUSTICE DESIGN GROUP | KARNDEAN DESIGNFLOORING | LEXMARK
CARPET MILLS | LILY JACK | MANDY LI COLLECTION | OW HOSPITALITY | P/KAUFMANN CONTRACT | RICHLOOM CONTRACT | SEM FIM LLC | SERTA INTERNATIONAL | SÉURA INCORPORATED
| SHAFER COMMERCIAL SEATING | SHELBY WILLIAMS | SIGNATURE HOSPITALITY CARPET | TROPITONE FURNITURE COMPANY | VAUGHAN BENZ | W A L T E R S
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Christine Tucker
Tucker & Associates
Dear Toronto Chapter Board, Membership and Loyal
Supporters, Congratulations Toronto!
President
Scott Pope
Vifloor Canada, Ltd.
Secretary
Meredith Whipp
Tappatec, Inc.
Treasurer
As we proudly reflect on the hard work that was
I would also like to thank the hospitality profes-
put into chartering the Toronto Chapter we
sionals and corporate executives within the
recognize significant progress with a growth of
chapter’s region for their support and participa-
membership and fundraising that would rival
tion. We hope you will continue to be inspired
any chapter. We are thankful for the exceptional
by the chapter’s leadership in raising funds for
people that have put time and energy into not
scholarships. Your involvement gains quality
only expanding the Toronto chapter but assist-
attendance and support at all levels of the
ing in the mentoring process with other Canadi-
industry.
Shelia Lohmiller
an regions. You have been a strategic partner in
NEWH, Inc.
the development of NEWH Canada as we have
It is evident we will celebrate many anniversa-
Director
overcome the business challenges with your
ries as you continue to hold and reach your
pure dedication to the mission and drive to
high goals and standards. Thank you for all you
persevere as one.
have and will do for NEWH. Toronto, we stand
Julia Marks
Dossee, Inc.
strong with you by our side!!
Director
Thanks goes out to the board members and
Kimberly Sontowski
sponsors that have created the impressive
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events highlighting the significance of their
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membership and chapter supporters. The
In the Spirit of Networking,
Toronto board truly cares about “giving back” to
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Toronto
REGIONAL GROUPS
Vancouver
their hospitality community which in turn helps
the industry and NEWH as an organization. You
hold NEWH at your “heart” and we are sincerely
grateful.
Trisha Poole
NEWH Inc. President
Arizona – Atlanta – Atlantic City|Greater Philadelphia – Chicago – Dallas – Houston – Las Vegas – Los Angeles Founding Chapter – New York – North Central – Northwest – Rocky Mountain – San Francisco
Bay Area – South Florida– Sunshine – Toronto – United Kingdom – Washington DC Metropolitan – Regional Groups: New England – North Carolina – Orange County – San Diego – Vancouver – Virginia
Thanking NEWH’s 2014 Corporate Partners
Benefactor: DURKAN HOSPITALITY | FABRICUT CONTRACT/ S. HARRIS | KOHLER COMPANY | RH CONTRACT | ULSTER
Patron: AMERICAN LEATHER | CRYPTON
FABRICS | DELTA FAUCET COMPANY | HOSPITALITY DESIGN GROUP | HOSPITALITY MEDIA GROUP LLC | HOTEL INTERACTIVE | INSTALLATION SERVICE GROUP | MILLIKEN
CARPET/HOSPITALITY | MOEN INCORPORATED | SUMMER CLASSICS CONTRACT
Supporting: AMERICAN ATELIER, INC. | ARTERIORS CONTRACT | ASHLEY LIGHTING, INC.
| B CARPET | BERNHARDT HOSPITALITY | CONNEAUT LEATHER | ELECTRIC MIRROR | FABRIC INNOVATIONS, INC. | JUSTICE DESIGN GROUP | KARNDEAN DESIGNFLOORING | LEXMARK
CARPET MILLS | LILY JACK | MANDY LI COLLECTION | OW HOSPITALITY | P/KAUFMANN CONTRACT | RICHLOOM CONTRACT | SEM FIM LLC | SERTA INTERNATIONAL | SÉURA INCORPORATED
| SHAFER COMMERCIAL SEATING | SHELBY WILLIAMS | SIGNATURE HOSPITALITY CARPET | TROPITONE FURNITURE COMPANY | VAUGHAN BENZ | W A L T E R S
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N E W H To r o n t o
Past Presidents
08 N E W H T O R O N T O
2003
| Priscilla Nesbitt
2004
| Priscilla Nesbitt
2005
| Priscilla Nesbitt
2006
| Andrea Benner
2007
| C h r i s t i n e Tu c k e r
2008
| C h r i s t i n e Tu c k e r
2009
| Rondi Penfold
2010
| S a r a Tr e i g u t s
2011
| Susan Burnside
2012
| Susan Burnside
2013
| Scott Pope
2014
| Scott Pope
Dear Toronto Chapter and Membership,
BRAVA!
I stand and applaud, again, ten years later. You have not only met a milestone, you did it beautifully and
with grace. I do understand that … after all … that is the Canadian way!
The actions required to positively shape an industry and its members, to my mind, is one of the most
commendable and liberating virtues that one can experience professionally. In ten short years, the NEWH
Toronto Chapter has made a strong impact on its members; the collective NEWH organization and the
entire hospitality industry.
In order to launch and to subsequently sustain success, it is important that an organization’s culture be
established and maintained. NEWH, Inc. sets high standards of professionalism and governing principals
for chapters-in-formation to follow. But, it was the Toronto chapter Founders that ultimately shaped the
culture that your chapter exemplifies. They understood that professionalism and networking works best
when respect, nurturing and personal growth – all strong contributors to the foundation and stability your
chapter enjoys – are employed. Please recognize them for their leadership.
Please also recognize the dedication, leadership and time commitments demonstrated by your sequent
nine years of leaders, committee chairs and members. You have all invested in your success. You have
influence and you make a difference. Thank you for the high standards you bring to our industry.
Again, I say BRAVA!
In the spirit of networking,
Jillian Van Dresser
Past NEWH, Inc. International President
(and, proud chartering NEWH, Inc. President for the 2004 Toronto Chapter Chartering)
1295 CHATTAHOOCHEE AVENUE, ATLANTA, GEORGIA 30318
TEL:
404.237.1895
FAX:
404.231.3906
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2014 NEWH Toronto
Board of Directors
PRESIDENT
Scott Pope
Vifloor Canada, Ltd
VICE PRESIDENT
Tara Witt
VanderVitt Products
and Services
SECRETARY
Brenda Rocco
Odyssey Wallcoverings
TREASURER
Keith Houghton
TORLYS Smart FLoo rs
PAST PRESIDENT
Susan Burnside
BURNSIDE and ASSOCIATES
design consultants INC.
EXECUTIVE ADVISOR
Chris Tucker
Tucker & Associates
MEMBERSHIP
Linda Simopoulos
Maddan Group
SCHOLARSHIP
Stephanie Tristani
Mackay|Wong Strategic Design
FUNDRAISING
Priscilla Nesbitt
Best Western International
HOSPITALITY
Kristin Ireland-Sava
Ireland and Company
PUBLICATIONS
Tara Witt
VanderVitt Products and Services
INTERNET | PR
Susan Burnside
BURNSIDE and ASSOCIATES
design consultants INC.
10 N E W H T O R O N T O
In addition to the Scholarships awarded at the Chapter level, NEWH Inc offers many International Scholarships open to any student
currently enrolled in an accredited post-secondary institution, with a minimum 3.0 GPA and financial need.
To date NEWH Inc, through the Chapter level Scholarships and the International Scholarships has awarded over 1700 students with
$3.4 million dollars.
THE CLIFFORD R. TUTTLE
SCHOLARSHIP
FR-ONE HARVEY NUDELMAN
MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
• $5,000 Scholarship
(sponsored by Fabricut Contract)
• Open to Interior Design students only
• $4,000 Scholarship
• Student is honoured at Platinum Circle Awards in
• Open to Interior Design students only
New York City during BDNY
• Student honoured at the Power Players : Women
Leaders in Hospitality Breakfast in San Diego
ICON SCHOLARSHIP
during BDWEST
• $5,000 Winners Scholarship | $3,500 Honourable
• Open to all students
SUSTAINABLE DESIGN
COMPETITION
• Winning student is honoured at Gold Key Ceremony
(sponsored by JLF|lone meadow and Crypton)
Mention Scholarship
in New York City during BDNY
• Honourable Mention Student is honoured at HD Expo
in Las Vegas
• $5,000 Undergraduate Winner | $5,000 Graduate
Winner
• Design Project Competition
• Open to Interior Design or Architecture Students only
THE FABRIC INNOVATIONS
LEGACY SCHOLARSHIP
• Students are honoured during Green Voice Sessions
at HD Expo in Las Vegas
• $10,000 Scholarship
• Open to Interior Design or Hospitality Management
students at Cornell University or NYU only
• Student is honoured at Platinum Circle Awards in
New York City during BDNY
SAMUELSON FURNITURE
NEWH SCHOLARSHIP
(sponsored by Samuelson Furniture)
• $3,000 Scholarship
• Open to Interior Design students only
SYMMONS SMART SCHOLARSHIP
• Award date and venue still to be determined
(sponsored by Symmons Industries)
• $4,000 Scholarship
If you are interested in sponsoring a NEWH Scholarship,
• Faucet Design Competition introduced for 2015
please contact the NEWH Inc office today.
• Student is honoured at HD Expo in Las Vegas
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2014 Scholarship Winners
CASSANDRA CAVASIN
C
G
Georgian
College
Interior Design
In
RAVI RAJENDRAN
R
H
Humber
College
C
Culinary Management
NAOMIE
NAO
M MA LCO LM-PO IN T ER
Humbe
Humber College
Interior Design
KYLIE DIEP
R
Ryerson
University
H
Hospitality Management
J O H N CH UN
JO
Ryers University
Ryerson
Hospitality Management
Hosp
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MIA
M
IA CA
C A RD
R OZZA
Ryerson University
Univ
Interior Desig
Design
JJUL IA N PA ULO RO D RIG UES
R
Ryerson
University
Interior Design
In
esign
RO BERT O C HAV E Z
R
Ge
Georgian
College
Hospitality Management
Ho
MARWA TALAL
M
MAR
Algon
Algonquin
College
Interior Design
Interio
ERIN MCD E R M OT T
ER
Rye
Ryerson
University
Interior Design
Inte
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Past Scholarship Winners
Since 2005, NEWH Toronto has given $64,000.00 in Scholarship Awards
to 37 Students pursuing careers in the Hospitality Industry.
2005
2011
JODY CHROBAK :: University of Guelph
PAIGE JOHNSTON :: Ryerson University
TERI VENZON :: Niagara College
ALEXANDER MARCONI :: University of Guelph
2006
MEGAN RUSSO :: Sheridan College
CRYSTAL CAMPBELL :: Ryerson University
MELANIE SANDERSON :: Ryerson University
KIM HUYNH :: Ryerson University
IRIS LAM :: University of Guelph
ANGELA LEUNG :: Ryerson University
LIAT WEISS :: University of Guelph
JIM YU :: Cornell University
NATASHA WILSON :: Ryerson University
2012
MARK SPARROW :: Ryerson University
STEPHANIE BELLISSIMO :: Humber College
2008
LISA HERING :: Ryerson University
MONIKA DEMEK :: Ryerson University
JESSICA HSIEH :: University of Guelph
KARIE KWAN :: University of Guelph
JAMIE MacDONALD :: Ryerson University
SANDY YONG :: Ryerson University
WENDY SCHOFIELD :: Ryerson University
2009
TATYANA SHTEYNBERG :: Ryerson University
ERIN CRAM :: Algonquin College
MELANIE LAW :: Ryerson University
ROLAND URBAN :: University of Guelph
2013
KELSEY ADAMS :: Fanshawe College
REBECCA REED :: Humber College
RY VIEIRA :: Ryerson University
GORDON HUNT :: University of Waterloo
2010
ERIN McDERMOTT :: Ryerson University
JESSICA KUEH :: Niagara College
VERONICA SMITH :: Humber College
JULIA SHAW :: International Academy
ALLISON VERMEEREN :: Fanshawe College
STEPHANIE TRISTANI :: Sheridan College
ERIC TRUONG :: Ryerson University
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2015 NEWH Toronto
Board of Directors
PRESIDENT
Tara Witt
VanderVitt Products
and Services
SECRETARY
Keith Houghton
TORLYS Smart Floors
TREASURER
Meredith Whipp
tappatec, Inc
PAST PRESIDENT
Scott Pope
Vifloor Canada, Ltd
EXECUTIVE ADVISOR
Susan Burnside
BURNSIDE and ASSOCIATES
Graphic Design & Print Solutions
for the Hospitality Industry
design consultants INC
SCHOLARSHIP DIRECTOR
Steve Robinson
Symmons Industries, Inc.
MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR
Priscilla Nesbitt
Best Western International
FRONT DESK
IN-ROOM
PROGRAMMING DIRECTOR
Linda Simopoulos
Maddan Group
FUNDRAISING DIRECTOR
STAT I O N A RY
F O O D & B E V E R AG E
Brenda Rocco
Odyssey Wallcoverings
SUSTAINABILITY DIRECTOR
Stephanie Tristani
Mackay|Wong Strategic Design
SIGNS & BANNERS
PROMO ITEMS
(877) 662-5187 • sales@ibrandprint.ca
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PUBLICATIONS CHAIR
Nick Pol
Revival Art Ltd.
Thanking NEWH’s 2014 Corporate Partners
BENEFACTOR:
| DURKAN HOSPITALITY | FABRICUT CONTRACT/ S. HARRIS | KOHLER COMPANY | RH CONTRACT | ULSTER
PATRON:
| AMERICAN LEATHER | CRYPTON FABRICS | DELTA FAUCET COMPANY | HOSPITALITY DESIGN GROUP
| HOSPITALITY MEDIA GROUP LLC | HOTEL INTERACTIVE | INSTALLATION SERVICE GROUP
| MILLIKEN CARPET/HOSPITALITY | MOEN INCORPORATED | SUMMER CLASSICS CONTRACT
SUPPORTING:
| AMERICAN ATELIER, INC. | ARTERIORS CONTRACT | ASHLEY LIGHTING, INC. | B CARPET
| BERNHARDT HOSPITALITY | CONNEAUT LEATHER | ELECTRIC MIRROR | FABRIC INNOVATIONS, INC.
| JUSTICE DESIGN GROUP | KARNDEAN DESIGNFLOORING | LEXMARK CARPET MILLS | LILY JACK
| MANDY LI COLLECTION | OW HOSPITALITY | P/KAUFMANN CONTRACT | RICHLOOM CONTRACT | SEM FIM LLC
| SERTA INTERNATIONAL | SÉURA INCORPORATED | SHAFER COMMERCIAL SEATING | SHELBY WILLIAMS
| SIGNATURE HOSPITALITY CARPET | TROPITONE FURNITURE COMPANY | VAUGHAN BENZ | W A L T E R S
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