Fundamental Alcohol Safety Training -

Creative Hospitality Associates is pleased to provide an expedited way to get your staff the training they need:

An Expedited Course in Responsible Alcohol Service Approved by the Illinois Liquor Control Commission (ILCC)

The Fundamental Alcohol Safety Training Program (F.A.S.T.) is directed toward all who work in establishments where liquor is served. It will be most beneficial to those directly responsible for serving alcoholic beverages to guests. The acronym F.A.S.T. emphasizes the intent to teach the fundamentals of responsible alcohol service in just-in-time format.

F.A.S.T. LLC., submitted curriculum to the Illinois Liquor Commission regarding alcohol awareness training, and this was accepted by our state legislatures and the in-class BASSET certification was officially changed from 6 hours to 4 hours class time. We are committed to working with The Illinois Liquor Commission, appropriate members of the legislative bodies, operators and owners of liquor licenses and any and all groups concerned to help make this state a better and more recognized place for safety, by making a commitment to all of our citizens and their families.

F.A.S.T. accomplishes training in four hours, well within a server’s time and attention span.

F.A.S.T. will ensure more people are trained, will be better equipped and have more confidence to serve alcohol correctly. F.A.S.T. is a more contemporary course.

Learning Objectives:

The goal of this workshop is to provide instruction and practice to servers so they will help their guests drink responsibly and eliminate risks associated with intoxication, including underage drinking, drunk driving, and other forms of illegal, risky behavior.

The major objectives of this program are:

Features:

1. Expedited Training Course

2. Provides Both TIPS and BASSET Certification In One Class

3. Training Provided By Recognized Leaders In The Hospitality Business

4. Works Within Operations Time Constraints

5. Teaches Laws, Liabilities and Solutions

6. Delivery Of The Program Is On Site And In Person

7. Minimal Cost

8. CHA Maintains All Training Records

The State of Illinois Insurance Providers grants bars, restaurants and hotels a break on their insurance rates for having a Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) program in place and assuring that their staff is trained. Delaware, Nebraska, New Mexico, Arizona, Vermont, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Florida, Indiana, Alabama and Michigan all currently have mandatory RBS policies on the books. Illinois too will mandate this as law.

The broad-based Building Responsibility Coalition headed by Tracy Bachman along with Tom Workman, Ph.D., associate director of the NU Directions Project spoke at a recent Alcohol Policy 13 conference, held in Cambridge, Mass., Workman said, "It’s agreed that server training should be done, but cost and high turnover made an all day training program impossible."

The Solution:

1. CHA accomplishes all training in an expedited and precise manner, well within a server’s time and attention span.

2. CHA mission is to ensure more people are trained, will be better equipped and have more confidence to serve alcohol correctly.

3. CHA alcohol awareness training is recognized by the ILCC. Just as you require your servers to wear safety shoes, uniforms and exhibit proper hygiene, the knowledge to responsibly serve alcohol and protect your business should be a condition of employment.

F.A.S.T. - 312-850-9797- Chuck Hamburg, Brian Margulis or John McQueeney

Beverage Alcohol Sellers and Servers Education and Training -

BASSET: The Beverage Alcohol Sellers and Servers Education and Training (BASSET) program is the state of Illinois seller/server training program. The program is an educational and training tool to sellers/servers of alcoholic beverages to serve responsibly and stay within the law. The BASSET Program serves as a preventive measure to discourage over consumption and keep drunk drivers off the roads.

The Beverage Alcohol Sellers and Servers Education and Training (BASSET) program is the state of Illinois seller/server training program. The program is an educational and training tool to sellers/servers of alcoholic beverages to serve responsibly and stay within the law. The BASSET Program serves as a preventive measure to discourage over consumption and keep drunk drivers off the roads.

The BASSET program is provided and regulated by the state of Illinois, but the cities and towns determine via ordinance whether or not BASSET training should be required. If you are training a BASSET session there are certain requirements which you must meet.

Some of the more important requirements are listed below:

“How is it possible to hold your servers responsible if they do not know what

they are being held responsible for?”

Hotel In-Room Technology Strategies -

CHA has partnered with Roomlinx a leader in providing in-room media, entertainment and business solutions that increase revenues and brand loyalty for hotels, resorts and other properties. Utilizing premium content and applications, Roomlinx offers services that today’s increasingly sophisticated business and leisure guests’ demand including:

• Flexible Video On-Demand Options
• Convenient In-room Concierge Service
• Business and Communications Tools
• Unique Revenue Opportunities

• Customized Interface and Content
• Windows Based Media Console
• Wireless Keyboard and Remote
• Roomlinx Proprietary Software

It’s not just television.

Addressing the needs of hoteliers and exceeding the expectations of guests...

Roomlinx is a leader in providing in-room media, entertainment and business solutions that increase revenues and brand loyalty for hotels, resorts and other properties. Utilizing premium content and applications, Roomlinx offers services that today’s increasingly sophisticated business and leisure guests’ demand.

Hotel Differentiation...

Advances in technology dictate what makes a defining in-room experience. On-demand services and high definition content are just a few examples of what hotels are expected to provide to meet the guests’ media & entertainment needs. Providing a seamless experience can be overwhelming both technically and financially to any hotel. This is why Roomlinx developed an innovative In-room Media, Entertainment & Business Solution, delivering a unique guest experience while providing an exceptional financial program for the property.

Entertainment, Concierge, Business Center...

Roomlinx is the sole source solution for in-room technology redefining how your guests access traditional free-to guest television, contemporary web content, premium, pre-release, and high-definition material, along with business tools and information specific to the property and their stay. All of this is delivered via our user-friendly, streamlined interface displayed on a sleek flat-panel HD LCD television.

Cost Effective, Revenue Generator...

The technology and infrastructure required to support the Roomlinx system is installed with no capital outlay. Roomlinx can provide a complete technology overhaul to the property and seamless integrate with your existing Property Management System. Revenues will be generated through on-demand content, advertising, e-commerce and business services; all of are tailored to fit the needs of the property and its guests.

Upgrade Your Hotel...

Roomlinx can upgrade your in-room technology with HD LCD televisions and a robust internet infrastructure to ensure the smoothest, fastest connection for all guests. Additionally, costs can be lowered by bundling services supported by our solution including free-to-guest Television and wireless HSIA.

Realize Additional Revenue:

1. Promote your property and drive guests to your restaurant, gift shop, room service, hotel-to-home program and reservations via splash page and video boxes.

2. Receive premiums from local establishments that will pay to advertise on this audience-targeted, high traffic medium.

3. Flexible VOD pricing models for Hollywood, Specialty and Adult content to meet the demographics of your hotel. Adult content is optional.

4. Generate revenues through printer usage, CD sales and more.

Strengthen Your Marketing:

The Roomlinx Media, Entertainment & Business solution is an efficient and effective customizable branding platform that generates more guest impressions, builds brand loyalty and increases occupancy.

The possibilities are endless:

1. Feature your hotel through an eye-catching slide show of your restaurants, golf course, spa, shops and/or pool.

2. Create enticing ads about featured hotel activities.

3. Boost sales by promoting your event planning services.

4. Retrieve guest feedback through on-system surveys.

5. Promote your frequent guest program.

6. Advertise your portfolio of hotels.

7. Introduce guests to unique web sites.

Proven Company and Technology:

With more than 10 years of industry experience, Roomlinx is a highly recommended, established technology provider and continues to grow due to proven high-quality products and service. We serve 30,000 hotel rooms with sound HSIA infrastructure and support throughout the U.S., Canada and Europe. This experience is critical when deliver innovative, guest-enhancing services. Roomlinx’ proven management team and board of directors have vast industry experience and are the primary contributors to the company’s success.

Superior Support You Can Depend On:

Roomlinx In-Room Media and Entertainment Content:

DEMO THE ROOMLINX MEDIA & ENTERTAINMENT SOLUTION TODAY!

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Velocity Merchant Services -

Velocity Merchant Services is a direct processor for Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover. Offering multiple payment options for your customers is the first step to increase your cash flow.

At VMS they will not only approve you to accept credit cards and debit cards from your customer; but we will help implement proven marketing strategies to help your business grow!

Their Mission:

VMS is an Illinois-based company founded by Dema Barakat in 1998, which specializes in credit and debit card processing, gift cards, check guarantees, and web site development. VMS strives to add value and convenience to your business which will help you achieve your goals to be successful within your industry.

In order to continue to be an industry leading provider of payment systems and services for retail, restaurant, service, professional associations, and internet businesses. VMS has built strong bonds nationwide with all types of industries. Guaranteeing our rates and our commitment in helping every business owner a fair chance of their business succeeds.

VMS is a registered ISO and MSP of HSBC Bank, USA National Association, Buffalo, NY. With over 50 years of combined experience in the bank card industry, rest assured your business is in excellent position to take advantage of all that we have to maximize your profits.

Who is VMS?

Reasons to Choose VMS:

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