So we returned from ISES Eventworld empty handed on the awards front, but the event was solid even if Hurricane Fay tried to interrupt. Although it was extremely muggy and hot throughout St. Petersburg, the talent and ideas that were on display at Eventworld kept everyone excited. In 2009 San Francisco will host EventWorld and the Northern California chapter members discussed what we’d like to add to the event next year. Congrats to Events of Distinction and Robert Fountain for both taking home ISES Spirit Awards!