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by Peter Ebbutt (General Manager) the concierge relaxed in the private dining room and soaked up to

On the 8th September, the Northern Region hosted its AGM in Manchester. The AGM took place at The Lowry Hotel with a great attendance of by concierges across the region and Antony Lynch Vi c e P r e s i d e n t ) w a s present to represent the GB Committee. After the very productive meeting the region hosted an Associate Members Drinks Reception which was sponsored by Sixt Car Rentals. The members were then treated to a fantastic meal at Gaucho Manchester. Hosted

CHAIRMANS MESSAGE The Northern Region remains very strong and is poised to grow in both members and associates over the next few years. As we look towards the new year, we are engaged in laying down the foundations for the future of the region. Our aim is to promote the profession of the concierge and to network with our fellow colleagues and associates across the country. To our friends in England and Scotland we say, In Service Through Friendship Russ Green - Chairman

atmosphere of this great venue. Then it was over to Selfridges for a champagne reception in Aubaine. The night nished with the concierges enjoying a private bar service at The Hard Rock Cafe and a little late night canaps.

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REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT
The Regional organisation within the Society was set up nearly ten years ago now when as a committee we realised that there were a growing number of Regional members and distance prevented the majority of them traveling to London on a regular basis, which thus meant they were not realising the full potential of membership of the Society. The Society now has over 350 members, 100 of those being Regional members, the majority being based in the Scottish and Northern Regions where the Regional Committees have been set up. Whilst modern technology has made communication much easier, nothing can replace the personal contact and this is part of our motto Service Through Friendship Whilst we all receive requests on a daily basis via telephone or email and always do our best to fulfil them, if you have actually met that person face to face, you know that the request is genuine and you are more likely to go the extra mile knowing that you would receive the same in return. Being in the regions where the density of members is not so high, given the huge area, unlike London, it important that these contacts are maintained. Personally I have previously attended two Northern Regional meetings, one at the Lowry and the other at the Crowne Plaza in Liverpool and I would like to see them continuing on a regular basis, and if possible with a presence from the Executive Committee. I would also like to thank all of the Regional Members who make the effort to attend the London meetings, some more often than some of the London Members! As with anything you get out of it what you put in. We all have busy schedules but we can always find time! In Service Through Friendship, Paul

KEY DATES
London General Meeting 4 Oct 2012 Morris Golden Keys Awards 24 Oct 2012 London General Meeting 1 Nov 2012 Pan European Congress Romania 8 - 11 Nov 2012 Northern Region Meeting 3 Dec 2012 London General Meeting 6 Dec 2012 London General Meeting TBC - Jan 2013 London General Meeting TBC - Feb 2013 Northern Region Meeting 4 Mar 2013 60th UICH International Congress New Zealand 7 - 12 Apr 2013 Northern Region Meeting 3 Jun 2013 Northern Region AGM 3 1 Aug 2013 Northern Region Meeting 2 Dec 2013

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60th UICH Les Clefs dOr - International Congress New Zealand

Queenstown, New Zealand will host the 60th UICH International Congress from the 7th April to 12th April 2013. The Golden Keys GB will be sponsoring three members to attend this amazing event. Requirements: One of the places will be fully funded, this will include Flights & Congress fees, and will be known as the Andre Damonte sponsored place, and the remaining two will be Congress fees only. Those members wishing to be considered for this fantastic opportunity should contact Paul Whittle or Paul Still.

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