It goes without saying, we are living in a high tech world. So it's no surprise some of the most popular new activities and entertainment for events are technological games and amusements. Following are two of the hottest: PIXAL Paint PIXAL Paint is an interactive 10-foot video screen that allows guests to digitally "spray paint" words and images to create their own graffiti or works of art. At meetings and events, the screen can be customized with a coloring book-style company logo, used...

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Last week we at Meritage Events had the pleasure of producing the annual ISES Austin Gala . However, this year was extra special as it was the chapter’s 10th Anniversary! The event was flawless thanks to all of the participating vendors who helped to make this year’s gala extra special. The theme was Safari Chic, and it was driven home by the amazing event decor and the interactive performance by The Drum Cafe. Check out the photos by Eric Hegwer and prepare to be WOW-ed: ISES Austin...

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I had dinner at this AWESOME fun little restaurant that has only been around for 9 months. It is called Maple and Motor - Burgers & Beer and is located on Maple and Medical District Drive. When I drove by their parking lot on Sunday it was packed so it made me curious about why so many cars were there so I ventured out tonight to try the food and now I know why it was packed on Sunday. Yum is the best word to describe the food! You walk up to the counter to place your order and they cook to order...

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Meritage is looking for a book keeper that can come in once or twice a month and help us keep track of our books. Book keeper needs to have a basic understanding of the event industry and is willing to come to our offices to work on our books. If qualified and interested please send your info to me ( katie.day@meritageevents.com ). Need someone to start as soon as possible

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We saw the incentive industry take a large hit in 2009 and many corporations felt they needed to pull back on rewarding their top performers or clients. Well, 2010 has brought a new bag-o-tricks; and many companies are seeing the importance of the incentive to add value to their sales teams, top producers or clients. It is simple, if you dangle the "golden carrot" the sales will roll in, but being smart about what your incentive will entail can help stretch your budget further. We have...

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