Happy World Party Day! World Party Day is a global celebration that seeks to make the world a better place. The motto for this holiday is “Party is the opposite of war.” The idea behind it is that we can only create a better reality by taking positive action and celebrating life. The first World Party Day took place on April 3, 1996. More on World Party Day can be found here.

Here are HMG+, we are dedicated the success of any event. If you’re throwing a party this Spring need fabulous and professional event staff, let us help you!  Start planning your next celebration today with the help of HMG+!

WHAT SETS HMG+ APART FROM THE REST?

+ Dedicated to hospitality

+ Significant certified training and onboarding program

+ Simple and transparent online booking software

+ Robust quality assurance for all events

+ Temporary to permanent placements based on your needs

Contact us today!

Thanks to all our guests who came out to celebrate a fun evening full of wine, laughter, and networking hosted by HMG+!

HMG+ Wine and Cheese Pairings

2017 Bodega Ostatu Rioja Rosado paired with Champlain Valley Organic Triple Crème (Cow, New York) or Leonora (Goat, Spain) 
2016 Aia dei Colombi Falanghina paired with Montealva (Goat, Spain) 

2016 Chateau Ducasse Bordeaux Blanc paired with Champlain Valley Organic Triple Crème (Cow, New York) 

2015 Sono Montenidoli La Fiore Vernaccia paired with Ossau Iraty (Sheep, France) 

2015 Domaine LaFage Tessellae GSM paired with Ossau Iraty (Sheep, France) 

2015 Ancient Peaks Cabernet Sauvignon paired with Weinkase Legrein (Cow, Italy) 

2015 Vincent Bachelet Bourgogne Rouge paired with Dark Chocolate 

 

About 

James Henry Dunne is the President of VinoU® , a wine, beer and spirits event company delivering “edu-taining” tastings for the hospitality industry, as well as corporate outings and group events. More about James and VinoU here. 

The success of this event was made possible with the collaboration of the following event partners. Their contribution to this event truly helped to make it memorable!

VinoU

Murray’s Cheese

Party Rental LTD.

Charcuterie by Jacuterie

Click here for more photos from this event.

George’s hospitality experience began in College when he was studying Aerospace Technology at SUNY Farmingdale, Long Island. While enrolled, he was hired as a room service cashier for the Huntington Hilton Hotel. Soon after, he was promoted to room service waiter where he was trained by top hospitality professionals. While pursuing his degree to become a licensed pilot, he had an epiphany and decided to truly follow his heart.

Moving back to the city, George began working for Nikko Essex House Hotel as a bellman, where he gained experience with one-on-one guest relations. There, he met many celebrities / artist and realized that he too, could make his dream of being an actor, a reality.  He left the hotel industry for the restaurant industry which allowed him to attend  the prestigious acting conservatory -William Esper Studios.

While nurturing the craft of acting, he also embraced hospitality as an art form. Realizing that guests where his “audience”, he gained a love for making people happy and exceeding expectations through his acting training of moment to moment. Connected to HMG+ through the restaurant business, he now pursues acting on a full level because of the flexibility that this industry provides.

“What I find most satisfying about being a Captain, is learning. There is always something to learn. When you allow your team to put in their ideas, opinions on different challenges, or just even to communicate on making the guest experience a memorable one, it opens up the door to so much more. There is no I, in TEAM!” said George.

Jacob was born and raised in Tucson, AZ and studied Theater Performance in Seattle. Jacob moved to New York 5 years ago to continue developing his career as an actor/singer. “I’m not very good at sitting still or ‘waiting for my big break’, which has led me to pursue many ventures and vocations along the way. Everything from opening four youth hostels across NYC, and a coffee shop in Brooklyn to teaching competitive fencing and stage combat weekends in NJ!” said Jacob. “I’ve also had the pleasure of performing all over the city including Feinstein’s 54 Below, The Town Hall, Symphony Space and others.”

When Jacob was 15, he almost always worked in some kind of food service, holding every position from dishwasher to general manager, from pizza places to 5 star fine dinning. A year ago he came back to the service industry and HMG+ was the perfect match. “I love the flexibility of the schedule. Everyone in the office is so approachable that it makes it easy to work as much or as little as I need. I love changing locations each day and getting to meet amazing new coworkers at every gig. I was originally referred by a friend and I’ve made many friends since. I sincerely feel like part of a family when I go to work.” Jacob explained.

Check out Jacob in a new musical version of The Grifters April 2nd at Manhattan Movement & Arts Center at 8pm!

See photos below of Jacob during a musical production, and his wedding!

Thanks for sharing, Jacob!

Smiling faces, passion and dedication to excellent service is what to expect from HMG+.

Our team is your greatest asset. When it comes to booking event staff this spring, rely on HMG+ to provide the best service to your guests. Oh, and we have an app too.

What sets HMG+ apart from the rest?

+ Dedicated to hospitality

+ Significant certified training and onboarding program

+ Simple and transparent online booking software

+ Robust quality assurance for all events

+ Temporary to permanent placements based on your needs

See what has the industry buzzing.

Reserve your staff now!

 

On March 14th we hosted a Wellness Event taught by HMG+ service professional, Felix! Felix instructed a vinyasa class with focus on back alignment, mobility and posture, along with a Pranayama breathing technique to calm the mind and cool the body. We are proud to have the opportunity to shine light on our talented service professionals’ skills outside of HMG+!

More photos from today’s event can be found here.

 

International Women’s Day is being celebrated today by millions of women across the world. International Women’s Day comes as a global movement for women’s rights, equality and justice. This has taken the form of global marches and campaigns, including #MeToo and #TimesUp on issues ranging from sexual harassment and femicide to equal pay and women’s political representation.

Click HERE to learn more on International Women’s Day!

Use hashtags #IWD2018 and #TIMEISNOW

HMG+ is happy to celebrate the powerful women in our lives. Read our stories below!

Karen DiPeri, President at HMG+

“This is Ethel, my beautiful Grandmother.  I am truly blessed to know this amazing lady, who just yesterday finished a novel of her life with my Grandfather.  I am the person I am because of her; she taught me how to be patient and kind and not take any bull.  Many years ago she sent me two quotes which I  have framed and hang on wall next to photos of my children. I read these two quotes often and believe she has lived her life this way. Growing up I always felt her strength, her unconditional love for me and my sisters. Although time has taken its toll on her physically, she doesn’t complain, she stays active seeing her friends and organizing card games.  And most every day, she shares her thoughts and wisdom with me through email. Yes, my Grandmother emails me.  So, on National Women’s Day, I celebrate Ethel- my inspiration.”

 

Marissa Nani, Marketing and Engagement Manager at HMG+

“This International Women’s Day I recognize my mother, Patricia. She is the most important woman in my life for so many reasons. My mother has been my inspiration for as long as I can remember. She is supportive, strong and selfless. She inspires me to be a better person, be kind, and take time to see other people’s point of views. My mom is the greatest woman I know!”

 

Ben Naylor, Account Executive at HMG+

I celebrate Hannah, my partner. Thank you for being the woman that makes me want to be a better person and thank you for always making me smile.

 

Amanda Beni, Client Relations Manager at HMG+

“For International Women’s Day I recognize my mom, Christine. My mom is my best friend, role model and inspiration. She is the most hard working person I know, not only for our family but in her career too. She has taught me to always do right by everyone, and I will forever look up to my mom!”

 

Olga Palusko, Event Staffing Coordinator at HMG+

“On this International Women’s Day I would love to recognize my mom Tatiana. She is an amazing, kind, always patient, compassionate person. My mom is always full of hope, keeps going no matter what comes her way and never quits. This woman has always been my inspiration and rock. Mom, you are a life changer every single day!”

Robyn is originally from Kansas City, but moved to NYC in 2012 to attend the Ailey/Fordham Bachelor of Fine Arts program. She is currently a principal dancer for nathantrice/RITUALS dance theater, and has also worked in stage managing, public relations, philosophy tutoring, and academic libraries. Robyn got involved in hospitality when looking for employment that could work around the flexible needs of an artist, but didn’t expect to actively love the profession and the rush that comes with making successful events happen. Robyn is relatively new to the hospitality profession, but that hasn’t stopped her from diligently learning and working to ensure that clients are pleased and service professionals have a good working environment. Besides delivering excellent service to clients, Robyn has two main goals in life: meet Laverne Cox, and adopt a cat before the end of 2018.

 

Felix was born in Brazil and moved to the United States in 2004. At 9 years old, due to a car accident Felix was in coma with an exposed fractured leg. It took him nearly two years to return to normalcy, but since his muscles were atrophied, doctors said he would never walk normally again unless he pushed himself to do physical activities. That’s how movement became a passion of his, as well as a work study. “I had the challenge to make my body function in a way that I could fulfill my dream of becoming a dancer. I had to work hard to make this dream a paying job,” said Felix. He then moved to Miami and received a dance scholarship at New World school of the Arts. Besides Dance, Felix also has a long career in hospitality. From family restaurant business, to retail and hospitality manager at spas like Red Door by Elizabeth Arden, he acquired skills in the service industry.

“Today I devote my studies to the practice of Yoga. I strive to apply one of the main principles of Yoga to my work at HMG: Service to others. I believe and teach in my practice that serving others is a privilege. Yoga is not only poses. It is about awareness, compassion and service.  These almost two years with HMG  have rewarded me in so many ways. I learned more than I thought I would. I also have the privilege to work side by side with wonderful, talented and like-minded professionals. I can’t be happier and hope to succeed and grow with the company.” Thank you, Felix!

 

HMG+ shared the love this Valentine’s Day with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital! HMG+ donated and sent e-cards to the children with well wishes and inspiring quotes.