ALSIP, IL— More than 100 clients and friends of the Radisson Hotel here recently attended a “hard hat” party that included tours of the $3 million expansion that will soon double the hotels meeting and banquet space from 11,250 square feet to almost 20,000 square feet. “We wanted to preview our new area as soon as possible so companies, associations and local groups could get a feel for the spaciousness and functionality [of the area],” said GM Kevin Morrey. Bright yellow hard hats were given out for guests to wear on the tours and during the party, which was held in the newly renovated ballroom area that was decorated to resemble a construction site. Tours were conducted by the hotels sales staff of the new large meeting rooms and the other half of the Grand ballroom. Other tours showed off the expanded pre-function area and new entrance.