Kodikian notes that she has observed an increasing industry trend over the past two years. “Committees mounting major events are larger and price shopping is more prevalent. This helps keep the industry honest. We emphasize our rep- utation and quality when clients tell us they can get products for less. Cheaper may not be better and we urge them to focus on our history, proficiency and superior brand,” she sums up.


Another veteran company in the indus- try is Party Rental Ltd. “We are a true mom-and-pop company, which was founded 45 years go,” says Debbie Barnes, business development manager for the firm. “Consistent service is the hallmark of our company, which is why we are now one of the largest rental firms in the east. Party Rental is available 24-hours a day, seven days a week - and that includes pickup and delivery.”


“Our technology is state-of-the-art.


Computer systems connect to our ware- house and clients can place orders online,” continues Barnes. “Our designs are consistently tweaked and expanded, while our selection of linens, tables, flat- ware, china and catering equipment is the largest in the country. With the inte- gration of AllSeated into our line, plan- ners can create CAD schematics featur- ing our products.”


Huge functions are Party Rental Ltd.’s forte. In May, Robin Hood Foundation enlisted the company’s services for their annual benefit, which was held at the Javits Center in New York. With more than 4,000 guests, $54.5 million was raised to help care for men, women and children living in poverty.


Party Rental Ltd.’s role in the event was impressive. Twelve tractor trailers sup- plied equipment in sequence for six kitchens and several other areas. “Quantities were staggering,” recalls Barnes. “Imagine 25,000 glasses, 12,000 plates and accompanying flatware, 4,000 chairs, 400-plus tables and on and on. Our team’s logistical prowess went into overdrive for this one.”


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Of all the things that can go wrong when mounting a


monumental event, the crisis most often faced by planners is running out of linens. Accidents happen. Extra guests show up, a problem Arvene Kilby, president of Let’s Do


Linens, says absolutely always occurs within the last 48 hours of a major affair. She suggests ordering more than required. Another solution is to stock a supply of white and black cloths, overlays and napkins, which can don added tables when the motif is traditional.


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