Rotary International and On The Scene Shine in Sunny LA!

The Rotary International Annual Convention concluded this past June 14 through June 18 in Los Angeles with over 17,000 attendees. On The Scene operated and managed the entire convention shuttle encompassing 38 different hotels, 12 routes, ADA vehicles and over a dozen specialty vehicles.

In addition to the regular shuttle system, On The Scene operated two mass movement shuttles for the convention. One following a performance at the Nokia Theater for over 3,500 guests and a second mass move of nearly 7,000 guests to and from the Hollywood Bowl. The Los Angeles Convention Center confirmed that it was the single largest mass movement of people in the buildings history! Over 140 motor coaches were used to transport all of the guests in just over an hour from the bowl back to their hotels!

"Rotary International is a pleasure to work with for such a large shuttle program. There are numerous elements involved and happening at the same time that need to be orchestrated. Even with the NBA finals next door we were able to work together to move everyone on time and safely."-Jay Weidner, Director of Sales, On The Scene

Click here for complete 2008 Rotary International Convention coverage (courtesy of Rotary International)

Tips from the Pros-Ground Transportation

The overall success of your next meeting or event often depends on the most overlooked facet-ground transportation. First impressions are everything. Before your guests even set foot in their destination, it's how they got there that sets the tone for the entire meeting. Two recent news articles highlight the importance of working with the right transportation provider. The recent edition of Illinois Meetings + Events 'Seven Habits of Highly Efficient People Movers' provides tips & techniques for building the perfect transportation strategy. Also, 'On The Road Again' from Corporate & Incentive Travel offers best practices and real life examples for working with ground transportation providers.

"Everyone assumes transportation is an easy thing. It’s not as simple as renting six buses for six hours. It’s hard to make all the pieces fit together to make the experience enjoyable." -Jay Weidner, Director of Sales, On The Scene-Illinois Meetings + Events, Summer 2008

On The Scene Transportation Case Study-Rotary International (pdf, 325 KB)

'Seven Habits of Highly Efficient People Movers'-Illinois Meetings + Events, Summer 2008

'On The Road Again-Transportation Sets The Tone'-Corporate & Incentive Travel, November 2007

On The Scene Named 'The Best of '07' by Illinois Meetings + Events!

For the second time in three years, On The Scene has been named an Illinois Meetings + Events magazine 'Best of the Industry' award winner! ILME readers voted for the very best in Illinois' meetings and events industry and once again, On The Scene took home the award for best Destination Management Company. The 'Best of '07' ILME winners were recently named at an awards ceremony attended by the leading meetings and event professionals in Chicago.

"On behalf of all the employees of On The Scene, we are honored to accept this prestigious 'Best of '07' award. As the inaugural winner of the ILME award in 2006, it is always an honor be recognized by our peers in the meetings and event industry"-Jay Weidner, Director of Sales, On The Scene

Click here to view the complete list of ILME 'Best of '07' winners

Chick here to view photos from the ILME awards ceremony at Rockit Bar & Grill

On The Scene Wins ADME Achievement Award!

On February 28, over 250 Destination Management Professionals gathered to celebrate the Third Annual ADME Achievement Awards. "For Excellence in Destination Management" was the evening's theme, set in the Crescent City of New Orleans. On The Scene was honored to receive the ADME Achievement Award for 'Best Overall Program', a new award for this year's ceremony.

To win this prestigious award, On The Scene's brought together creative thinking and stretched boundaries to produce a spectacular 4 day event for a large pharmaceutical company. Program elements included: A tropical themed Welcome Reception, an international 'Around The World' celebration at the Field Museum and an unforgettable exclusive performance of Grammy Award winning artists Maroon 5 at the House of Blues.

"I extend my congratulations to all the finalists for the outstanding
work they have done and for the recognition they so deserve. Our winners represent the Best Of The Best in the DMC industry and we extend kudos to all of them." -Ilene Reinhart, DMCP, CMP-ADME President

Click here to view the complete list of winners from the Third Annual ADME Achievement Awards

On The Scene Surveys Go Online!

In order to continually improve our services, On The Scene has implemented a web survey solution enabling real-time collection of program performance information. Our online solution quickly allows us to analyze trends and effectively measure the attainment of our client's goals & objectives. This short web survey only takes 5 to 10 minutes to complete asks our clients to rate all aspects of our job performance, including Customer Service, Sales and Operations Management. The results of your survey responses are tracked and used to set the baseline for future On The Scene programs.

Please click on this link to visit the On The Scene Program Evaluation Survey.

On The Scene Selected As ADME Achievement Award Finalist!

We are pleased to announce that On The Scene has been selected as a finalist for the 2007 ADME Achievement Awards! ADME is the preeminent organization for Destination Management Executives, whose primary mission is to increase the professionalism and effectiveness of destination management. The 2007 ADME Achievement Awards will be presented at the 2008 ADME Annual Conference on Saturday, February 23, 2008; Sheraton New Orleans, New Orleans, LA.

Congratulations! We are proud to announce that you have been selected as a finalist for the 2007 ADME Achievement Awards! Your excellence will be recognized before your peers during the Third Annual ADME Achievement Awards Ceremony!
-Ilene Reinhart, DMCP, CMP, President, ADME

For more information about the ADME Achievement Awards and to view the list of finalists, please visit the ADME website.

On The Scene Named 'Best Of' Finalist!

On The Scene has been named a finalist for the 2007 Illinois Meetings + Events “Best Of” Awards! As the inaugural winner of the ILME award for 'Best Destination Management Company', we are honored to recognized once again by our peers. The winners will be revealed at the "Best Of" Awards Gala and in the spring 2008 issue of Illinois Meetings + Events magazine.

Click Here To View The List Of 'Best Of' Finalists