International Live Events Association - Rhode Island Chapter

12/18/2024

Tonight would not be possible without our incredible sponsors! Thank you so much for supporting the annual ILEA RI celebration tonight💜❄️⛄️

12/17/2024

❄TOMORROW join ILEA RI for another holiday celebration! Starting at 7pm at Kirkbrae Country Club, the Snowball Soiree☃ will be an evening to remember as you step into classic holiday charm.
ILEA RI has chosen the Tomorrow Fund to be this year's charity to support during our holiday celebration. A special raffle will take place with prizes you surely won't want to miss!
Tickets are still available along with a special 4 pack deal!
What can you expect tomorrow??👀
Music by Ignyte Studios
Lighting by IT'S LIT RI
Venue by Kirkbrae Country Club
Snow by Luke Renchan Entertainment
Video by Montage Media Productions
Photography by Sabrina Scolari Photography
Decor and linens by Uniquely Chic Events
Money Booth and photo booth by WRIK Entertainment
https://ilearhodeisland.square.site/

12/05/2024

Are you ready for the most wonderful holiday party of the year? The Snowball Soiree is Wednesday December 18 at Kirkbrae Country Club! Join us for a night of classic holiday cheer❄ Tickets on sale now!
We are so excited to announce that this year's charity of choice is the Tomorrow Fund. ILEA RI will be hosting a special silent auction to benefit this incredible Rhode Island-based organization. Interested in donating to the silent auction? Reach out to us!
2023 photos: Jennifer Neves Photography
Thank you to our 2024 partners!
Ignyte Studios
IT'S LIT RI Weddings & Events
Kirkbrae Country Club
Montage Media Productions
Sabrina Scolari Photography
Uniquely Chic Events
WRIK Entertainment

11/30/2024

❄️Until Monday 12/2- grab your Snowball Soirée tickets at a special Black Friday Weekend price! Price will increase by $20 after Monday❄️

🎟️Link in bio to register!

A special thank you to this year’s holiday party partners:

11/25/2024

❄Save the Date❄
Join ILEA RI for a Snowball Soiree on Wednesday, December 18 at Kirkbrae Country club! Come home for the holidays are we celebrate another year- everyone is welcome.
The evening will also include a special silent auction which will benefit our charity of choice this year💙
Tickets go on sale THIS Friday with a special Black Friday Weekend discount that will end on December 2☃

11/20/2024

The benefits of an ILEA RI membership go beyond the tangible aspects like education, referrals, discounts, and more. It's the community driven, passionate individuals that have made the Rhode Island Chapter of ILEA thrive for the last 20 years.
Until November 30, renew your membership or become a new member with a special $50 off discount! Use code FALLFEST24 when checking out💜
📸 KL Photography
https://www.ileahub.com/membership

11/18/2024

✨Meet the 2024/2025 Richard Carbotti Scholarship Recipients✨
ILEA RI is pleased to announce the recipients of the returning Richard Carbotti Scholarship! Professional recipient- Brooke Gatchell and Student recipient- Lena Allie. Read more about these individuals’ background and what they look forward to in our latest blog post.

Meeting the Richard Carbotti Scholarship Recipients

11/14/2024

It's that time of the year again! We are THRILLED to be headed back to JWU to partner with our student chapter, LEA, for our annual meeting of connecting industry professionals and passionate hospitality students.
Looking for Spring/Summer interns or part-time workers? Want to learn how to navigate JWU's career website? We've got it all for you on ✨Tuesday, November 19 starting at 6pm✨ RSVP by Monday to ensure you have FREE, RESERVED parking!
Register here: https://www.ilearhodeisland.com/

10/29/2024

Only right to reminisce on last year's party to get ready for tomorrow night🎃 There's still time to RSVP for tomorrow's Halloween Party at Hotel Providence! Join us for a night of all treats, no tricks, with the help of some incredible partners:
Hotel Providence, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
APAD RI
ATR/Treehouse
Fluxion Entertainment
Hilary B. Photography
IT'S LIT RI
Luke Renchan Entertainment
Montage Media Productions
Uniquely Chic Events
Verity Design
WRIK Entertainment
RSVP here! https://www.ilearhodeisland.com/

10/28/2024

We are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Jay Lane, owner of Golden Gate Studios, a cherished industry partner, friend, and supporter of Rhode Island’s industry chapters: ILEA RI and the Rhode Island Wedding Group. Beginning his remarkable career in 1969, Jay dedicated countless years to making thousands of weddings and celebrations truly special. Known for his personal touch, he often delivered the bride’s flowers himself—a testament to his care and dedication for making each occasion so remarkable. His referrals and support lifted countless businesses and colleagues, creating lifelong friendships along the way. Jay’s legacy will continue to inspire, and his kindness and contributions to our community will be dearly missed. Our hearts and thoughts are with Jay’s family, especially his wife Melissa, during this extremely difficult time.

Remembrance Details:
Funeral on Wednesday, October 30 at 5pm
Trinity Church, Cranston, RI
Celebration of Life to be had, details will be released soon.

Photo by Sabrina Scolari Photography

10/21/2024

Scenes from our September meeting aboard the Schooner Aurora! The beautiful weather today is making us miss those summer temps⚓☀
A special thank you to Sabrina Scolari Photography for capturing so many moments from this end of the summer social💜
Join us on 10/30 for another fun evening at Hotel Providence for ILEA RI's annual Halloween Party!🎃

10/09/2024

🎃JOIN US FOR THE ILEA RI HALLOWEEN PARTY👻
Back again, the ILEA RI Halloween Party is a night of treats and no tricks. On October 30 from 7pm (that’s right it’s later so you can dress to impress) to 10pm at Hotel Providence! The evening will include spooky bites, cash bar, entertainment, and of course a costume contest.
Regular meeting pricing has been set for this special event!
Thank you to our partners:

09/10/2024

✨Meet the board✨ You know him, you love him- say hello to Luke Renchan! After serving for several years on the ILEA RI board, we are proud to say Luke is our Immediate Past President. In this role he serves as an advisor for the group. Outside of ILEA RI, Luke is an active member of the and owns 🎶📸 Come hang out with Luke, or meet him (but honestly who hasn’t), during our September 18 meeting aboard the Schooner Aurora⛵️

09/05/2024

✨Meet the board✨ She’s back again! Briel Delmonaco, owner of , serves as ILEA RI’s VP of Programs and Education. You can find Briel just about anywhere in the state as she decks out venues for almost any event with her timeless furniture rentals, decor, linens and more! If you haven’t met this spunky and fashionable gal yet, join us on September 18 aboard the Schooner Aurora!⛵️

08/27/2024

✨Meet the board✨ Alex Brown is one of the newest members of the ILEA RI Board as our VP of Membership. He’s the owner of and ! Getting his start at a young age, Alex found his passion for music and events during his years at in the . Got a membership question? He’s your guy! Alex is also involved in the . Meet Alex tomorrow at the first meeting of the year!

08/20/2024

✨Meet the Board!✨ Say hello to the woman behind our marketing and communications- Sara Paesano! Sara is a sales and wedding manager at in Lincoln. Sara has been with Kirkbrae for nearly 10 years serving in different roles working her way up to where she is now. This is Sara’s second year on the ILEA RI board and she’s also a former board member of during her time in the major. Come meet Sara in person at our August meeting on 8/28 at Providence! 🔗 in our bio to purchase tickets!

08/19/2024

ILEA Rhode Island is proud to bring back the Richard Carbotti Scholarship for the 2024-2025 year and onward. This scholarship was created in honor of ILEA RI's very first president, Richard Carbotti who served from 2004-2006. An individual who founded ILEA RI and helped to grow to be as great as it is today. The scholarship is open to one industry professional and one student who wish to be a part of ILEA RI to gain an immense network, growth their industry knowledge, and discover all the opportunities that is available to the hospitality in Rhode Island. Industry professionals applying must have not ever been a member of ILEA RI (or other ILEA chapters) or have not been a member for the last 3 years. Students who apply must be currently enrolled in an accredited university seeking an undergrad or graduate degree. The recipient of this scholarship will receive their membership to ILEA RI complimentary for their first year. Applications will be reviewed by ILEA RI board members. DEADLINE is September 18. Questions? Please reach out to [email protected]
Professional: https://forms.gle/nRByfY4ESUqrQjrc7
Student: https://forms.gle/dSmvZU43PcmqG3kM6