PCMA Experientials

Break out of the traditional classroom setting for these popular educational programs.  These unique programs integrate local culture and venues into entertaining and interactive learning situations.  Due to the exceptional value of these programs, space is limited and additional fees apply.

 

Monday, January 12, 2009

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  • 1:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

    Advanced Food and Wine Pairing - Pelican Club

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    • Event Management
    • Professional Education

    Location: Pelican Club

    SOLD OUT - You will be placed on a waiting list if you register for this program

    Pairing food and wine is primarily about flavors – isolating them, maximizing them and combining them. Discover the technique to combine food and fine wine selections to create inspiring pairings during this experiential session at the Pelican Club. Discuss important aspects of pairing food and wine with a top level chef and sommelier and walk away with techniques that will amaze.

    • Identify the elements for proper tasting of wine.
    • Distinguish the influence of senses on the pairing of food and wine.
    • Select wines that are cost effective and enhance your meal.

    Note: Session is limited to the first 45 registrants. Pre-registration and an additional fee are required.

    Richard Hughes Jr., Chef, Pelican Club Restaurant & Bar

    Matt Lirette, Sommelier, Pelican Club Restaurant & Bar

    Location: Pelican Club

  • 1:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

    Improv your Way to Better Leadership!

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    • Leadership
    • Professional Education

    Location: Preservation Hall

    Want to learn how to think fast on your feet? In this experiential session, gain confidence to allow your own spontaneity to flow without self-censorship, allow the spontaneity of others to flow without criticism, and reaffirm your belief in your ability to solve problems. Feel uninhibited at the world famous, Preservation Hall and discover how something this fun will improve your negotiations, business discussions, and team building efforts.

    • Explain how acknowledging another person’s point of view differs from agreeing with that point of view.
    • Adapt the improv skills of staying in the moment, dealing with reality, and trust to your personal and professional life.
    • Identify appropriate activities to use with team members and colleagues.

    Note: Session is limited to the first 45 registrants. Pre-registration and an additional fee are required.

    Izzy Gesell CSP, Organizational Alchemist, IzzyG & Company

    Location: Preservation Hall

Tuesday, January 13, 2009

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  • 1:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

    Advanced Food and Wine Pairing - Antoine's Restaurant

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    • Event Management
    • Professional Education

    Location: Antoine's Restaurant

    SOLD OUT - You will be placed on a waiting list if you register for this program

    Pairing food and wine is primarily about flavors – isolating them, maximizing them and combining them. Discover the technique to combine food and fine wine selections to create inspiring pairings during this experiential session. Discuss important aspects of pairing food and wine with a top level chef and sommelier and walk away with techniques that will amaze.

    • Identify the elements for proper tasting of wine.
    • Distinguish the influence of senses on the pairing of food and wine.
    • Select wines that are cost effective and enhance your meal.

    Note: Session is limited to the first 45 registrants. Pre-registration and an additional fee are required.

    Johnny Messina, Head Waiter, Antoine's Restaurant

    Mike Regua, Head Chef, Antoine's Restaurant

    Linda Smith, Wine Distributor Representative, Antoine's Restaurant

    Location: Antoine?s Restaurant 12th Night Room

  • 1:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

    Team Building – Mardi Gras Style

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    • Talent Management
    • Professional Education

    Mardi Gras World’s prop shop is home to some of the most spectacular floats ever built for the carnival. Where better to improve team building skills than here? With the guidance of resident artists, develop a plan to create, construct, sculpt and paint a mini-float. Discover how your group decision-making and interaction skills fare during this fun and enlightening activity. Be prepared to be judged on your float designing skills!

    • Expand your creativity skills.
    • Compare roles and responsibilities of team dynamics.
    • Evaluate communication styles as related to productivity and goal setting.

    Session is limited to the first 50 registrants. Pre-registration and an additional fee is required. Please wear “paint” clothing.

    Location: Mardi Gras World