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ALL education sessions at this year's conference are approved by The Events Industry Council to count toward your CMP certification. Keep your professional status up-to-date while enjoying and learning from this incredible lineup of speakers.
Pass Type: Ticketed Event
Location: Speakeasy, 412 Congress Ave. D, Austin, TX 78701
Pass Type: All Access, CS Premium Pass, TSE Premium Pass, Ticketed Event
Design Roulette: Spinning Client Visions into Captivating Event Experiences
Speakers: JC York (Classic Entertainment / Wise Guys InterACTive), Aaron Price (Access Destination Management), Art Menchaca (Rosemary’s Catering), India Rhodes, CSEP (Wilkinson Rhodes)
Location: 18C
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Trends & Design, TSE-Event Planning
Elevate Your Catering Sales & Management Through Inclusive Practices
Speaker: Cathy O'Connell (COJ Events)
Location: 16B
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Sustainability, CS-Sales
Feasts & Fetes: A Savvy Guide to Mastering Corporate Event Planning & Catering Collaborations
Speakers: Robin Selden (Marcia Selden Catering), Jeffrey Selden (Marcia Selden Catering), Elizabeth Meyer (EAM Experience Solutions, LLC), Michael Cerbelli (Cerbelli Creative)
Location: Ballroom F
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: CS+TSE Bridge, TSE-Event Planning
Theme: CSEP approved, ICA-approved, LCA member
Future of Weddings | Decoding the Trends and Planning Ahead
Speaker: Adrianne Harris (Adrianne Harris)
Location: Ballroom G
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Weddings, TSE-Trends & Design
Theme: CSEP-approved
Lean Catering: Seeing, Teaching and Eliminating the Nine Wastes of Catering!
Speaker: Roy Porter (Engage Works)
Location: 8C
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Culinary Business & Operations, CS-Sustainability
Theme: CSEP-approved
Lower Costs, Higher Profits: Pricing in 2024
Speakers: Clint Elkins (SB Value), Daniel Joseph (Blue Plate Chicago), Anthony Lambatos (Footers Catering), Rajan Mistry (District Events & Catering), Jay Varga (The JDK Group)
Location: 17B
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Culinary Business & Operations
Theme: CSEP approved, ICA-approved, LCA member
Mastering Negotiation and Closing Techniques to Achieve Successful Sales
Speaker: Meryl Snow (SnowStorm Solutions / Certified Catering Consultants)
Location: Ballroom E
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Sales
Theme: LCA member
Mastering Onsite Event Execution: Creating Production Packets for Varied Learning Styles
Speaker: Morgan Connacher, CSEP (Haute)
Location: 10B
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-MeetingsNet, TSE-Event Mgmt & Production
Theme: CSEP-approved
Micro Weddings: How to Make Them Profitable!
Speaker: Dona Liston (Lambermont Events)
Location: 12B
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Weddings, TSE-Trends & Design
Sous Vide Unleashed: Revolutionize Your Catering Menu with Precision Cooking
Speakers: Cristian Hernandez (Rosendale Events), Rich Rosendale, Master Chef (Rosendale Events), Jean Claude Etienne (Rosendale Events)
Location: Ballroom D
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Culinary Arts, CS-On-Premise Catering
The Blogging Blueprint for Wedding Vendors
Speaker: Adrienna McDermott (Ava And The Bee)
Location: 14
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Marketing, TSE-Weddings
The WOW Factor: Technology and Trends for Your Events
Speaker: Deborah Elias (Elias Events)
Location: 19A
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Trends & Design, TSE-Event Mgmt & Production
Theme: CSEP-approved
Unleashing the Potential of Creative Communication in Academic Settings
Speakers: Sally Webb (The Special Event Co), Matt Franks (The Special Event Co), Jim Hooker (The Special Event Company), Lee Branscome (The Special Event Company)
Location: 9C
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Business & Professional Development
Theme: AEP-approved
You Down with OPP (Obsessively Pricing for Profits)?
Speaker: Alan Berg, CSP (Wedding Business Solutions LLC)
Location: 18B
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Sales, CS-Culinary Business & Operations
An Empath's Guide to Surviving the Wedding & Events Industry
Speaker: Leah Weinberg (Oduberg Law, LLP)
Location: 19A
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Business & Professional Development, TSE-Weddings
Barbecue Elevated! Taking Barbecue to the Next Level
Speaker: Duce Raymond (SBR Events)
Location: Ballroom D
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Culinary Arts
Speaker: Tabitha Mason (Zingerman's Cornman Farms)
Location: 18B
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Business & Professional Development, CS-Culinary Business & Operations
Theme: LCA member
Business Development - Myths, Mysteries and Money Makers
Speaker: Larry Frank (The Classic Catering People)
Location: 16B
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Off-Premise Catering, CS-Sales
Theme: LCA member
Speaker: Melissa Van Dyke (Creative Group)
Location: 10B
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-MeetingsNet, TSE-Trends & Design
Theme: CSEP-approved
David Merrell & Susie Perelman Present: Current Trends in the Event Industry
Speakers: David Merrell (AOO Events, Inc.), Susie Perelman (Mosaic)
Location: Ballroom F
Track: CS+TSE Bridge, TSE-Trends & Design
Theme: CSEP-approved
Speaker: LaZendra Danforth (Studio D Meetings & Events)
Location: 9C
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Business & Professional Development
Theme: AEP- & CSEP-approved
Diversifying Your Workforce: From Back of the House to the Boardroom
Moderator: Jen Bertolino (Czerlonka Productions)
Panelists: Tara Melvin (The National Society of Black Wedding and Event Professionals), Andre Howell (Multicultural Foodservice and Hospitality Alliance (MFHA)), Jonathan Jow (BoothEasy Photo Booth Company), Lucas Mendieta (Cutting Edge Elite)
Location: 18C
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Business & Professional Development, TSE-Sustainability
Theme: CSEP-approved
Speakers: Steve DeAngelo (DeAngelo's Catering & Events), Mark Lopez (Crave Catering)
Location: Ballroom E
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Off-Premise Catering, CS-Sales
From Swifties to Strategies: Mastering Sales with Taylor Swift's Playbook
Speaker: Margaret Brower (Rainmaker Sales & Marketing Group)
Location: 17B
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Sales, CS-Marketing
Get Your Time Back: Cheat the Clock Using AI
Speaker: Shannon Tarrant (Wedding Venue Map)
Location: Ballroom G
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Business & Professional Development, TSE-Marketing
No Google Analytics? No Problem: Simple Web Analytics for Everyone.
Speaker: Christie Osborne (Christie Craig Interactive, Inc)
Location: 8C
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Marketing
$30 Million, $10 Million, and $3 Million: What's the Difference?
Moderator: Jennifer Perna (Fulton Market Consulting)
Panelists: Ryan Corvaia (Dish Food + Events), Laura Fabian (24 Carrots Catering and Events), Renee Schuler (Eat Well Celebrations and Feasts)
Location: 17B
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Off-Premise Catering, CS-Business & Professional Development
Theme: ICA-approved, LCA member
Drama, Chaos and Conflict...Oh My! The #1 Element That Can Take Down Your Business
Speaker: Jen Trotter (Lip Service Makeup)
Location: 19A
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: TSE-Business & Professional Development
Effectively Communicating for the Menu Your Client Wants!
Speakers: Meredith Vaux (Daniel et Daniel), Dave Stratton (Daniel et Daniel)
Location: Ballroom E
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Events, CS-Trends & Design
Speaker: Patrick Peel, CHE (MC&A)
Location: Ballroom G
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Weddings, TSE-Sustainability
Exit, Transition & Succession Planning for Caterers
Speaker: Carl Sacks (Leading Caterers of America)
Location: 8C
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Business & Professional Development
Theme: LCA member
Fanning the Flames: A Culinary Journey into the Art of Fire Cooking
Speaker: Keith Sarasin (Aatma; From the Field Catering)
Location: Ballroom D
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Culinary Arts
Food Styling and Photography for the iPhone Photographer
Speaker: Lindsey Leichthammer (Lindsey Leichthammer Events)
Location: 18B
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Culinary Business & Operations, CS-Marketing
How to Be Your Production Partner's Best Client
Speaker: Heidi Brumbach (Technisch Creative)
Location: 10B
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-MeetingsNet, TSE-Event Mgmt & Production
Theme: CSEP-approved
Leveraging Your Authenticity to Close Sales Opportunities
Speakers: Norma Charette White (Auxiliary Services | Vanderbilt University), Mark Williams (Event Guru Software)
Location: 14
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Sales, TSE-Business & Professional Development
Rolling with the Punches: How to Stay Up-to-Date and On-Trend with AI, New Tech, and More in 2024
Panelist: Meagan Culkin (Magnolia Collective)
Speakers: Meghan Ely (OFD Consulting LLC), Kevin Dennis (Fantasy Sound Event Services / WeddingIQ), Katie Mast (Rock Paper Coin)
Location: 18C
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Event Safety & Technology
Theme: CSEP-approved
Scripted: A Wedding Venue's Playbook to Winning Tours
Speaker: Ian Ramirez (Madera Estates)
Location: 12B
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Sales
Setting the Stage for Event Serendipity
Speaker: David Adler (BizBash)
Location: Ballroom F
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: CS+TSE Bridge, TSE-Trends & Design
Snatching Wellness from the Jaws of Wellness Culture
Speaker: Ryan Crafts (Culinary Crafts)
Location: 13AB Wellness Room
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: CS-Business & Professional Development, TSE-Business & Professional Development
Think Like a Pilot // Rise Above Stress
Speaker: Bobby Dutton (GBM6)
Location: 9C
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Business & Professional Development, TSE-Event Mgmt & Production
Theme: AEP-approved
Speaker: David Adler (BizBash)
Location: Breakpoint Books
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Speaker: Nettie Frank (Chef Nettie Frank)
Location: Breakpoint Books
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Speaker: Scott Frankel (Animatic)
Location: Ballroom A
Pass Type: Ticketed Event
Theme: AEP- & CSEP-approved
Applying the Principles of Color Theory to Elevate Your Events
Speaker: Brian Green (By BrianGreen)
Location: 19A
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Trends & Design, TSE-Event Planning
Catering Survival Guide: How to Bridge the Gap and Cultivate a Cohesive FOH & BOH Team
Speakers: Jenny Bast (Catering Creations), Michele Yanovich (Catering Creations)
Location: 16B
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Culinary Business & Operations, CS-Business & Professional Development
Theme: LCA member
Ensuring Inclusive Events for All
Speaker: Meagan Culkin (Magnolia Collective)
Location: 14
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Sustainability, TSE-Event Planning
Theme: AEP-approved
Speaker: Emily Malaya (The TapRoot Hospitality Collective)
Location: 9C
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Business & Professional Development, TSE-Sustainability
Speakers: David Porto (Blue Plate Catering), Chris Sanchez (LUX)
Location: 8C
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Sales, CS-Marketing
Theme: CSEP approved, ICA-approved, LCA member
Humanizing AI: Harnessing Market Research to Boost Marketing Performance
Speaker: Christie Osborne (Mountainside Media)
Location: Ballroom G
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Marketing
Theme: CSEP-approved
Igniting Sales Magic: Leadership, Strategy, and Showstoppers
Speakers: Jennifer Perna (Fulton Market Consulting), Margaret Brower (RAINMAKER sales & marketing), Steve Sanchez (The JDK Group), Jonathan Jennings (Connecticut Wedding Group), Colbert Callen (Footers Catering)
Location: 17B
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Sales, CS-Business & Professional Development
Theme: CSEP approved, ICA-approved, LCA member
Liquid Nitrogen: How To WOW The Crowd
Speaker: Phuoc Vo (CBK Catering & Events)
Location: Ballroom D
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Culinary Arts
Making Big Publication Goals Happen
Speaker: Meghan Ely (OFD Consulting LLC)
Location: 18C
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Marketing, TSE-Weddings
Sip, Savor, and Slice: Crafting Unforgettable Tastings for Wedding Catering
Speakers: Robin Selden (Marcia Selden Catering), Jeffrey Selden (Marcia Selden Catering), Ron Ben-Israel (Ron Ben-Israel Cakes)
Location: Ballroom F
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS+TSE Bridge, CS-Trends & Design
Theme: LCA member
Strategies for Improving Employee Well Being
Speaker: Anthony Lambatos (Footers Catering)
Location: Ballroom E
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Business & Professional Development, CS-Sustainability
Transform Your Meetings & Events with AI Tools You Need Now!
Speaker: Tim Altbaum, CMP, CMM (Vario Productions)
Location: 10B
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-MeetingsNet, TSE-Event Mgmt & Production
Theme: AEP- & CSEP-approved
Warehouse 101- The Unsung Heroes of Catering
Speaker: Bryan Neuschaefer (Saz's Hospitality Group)
Location: 18B
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Off-Premise Catering, CS-Culinary Business & Operations
Your Sales Team: The Hunter, the Gatherer, and the Nurturer
Speaker: Jamie Lee Quickert (Mills James)
Location: 12B
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Sales, CS-Sales
Speaker: Bobbi Brinkman (Bobbi Brinkman LLC)
Location: 17B
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Business & Professional Development
Beyond Barriers: Unleashing the Power of Inclusive Events
Speaker: Cazoshay Marie (Divine Intervention Design)
Location: 12B
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Sustainability, TSE-Event Planning
Theme: AEP- & CSEP-approved
Speakers: David Anderson (Catering By Design), Allie Piazza (Catering By Design)
Location: 16B
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Sales, CS-Culinary Business & Operations
Theme: LCA member
Cruise Control: Automate your Business Today
Speaker: Katie Mast (Rock Paper Coin)
Location: Ballroom G
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Event Mgmt & Production
Theme: CSEP-approved
Culinary Influencer: Unleashing the Flavorful Potential of Social Media for Chefs
Speaker: Keith Sarasin (Aatma; From the Field Catering)
Location: 18B
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Marketing, CS-Culinary Business & Operations
Don't Book Your Next Speaker… Until You Hear This
Speaker: Jennifer Best (All American Entertainment)
Location: 10B
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-MeetingsNet, TSE-Event Planning
Experience Meets Innovation - The Ultimate Leadership Team
Speakers: Syd Sexton (Catering By Design), Borja Rosales (Catering By Design)
Location: 8C
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Business & Professional Development
Theme: LCA member
Hors D'Oeuvres?? Don't Mind If I Do!!
Speakers: Karen O'Connor (Daniel et Daniel Catering and Event Planning), Joanne Purnell (Good Gracious Events)
Location: Ballroom D
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Culinary Arts
Managing the Big 3 Cost Categories of Catering & Events
Speaker: Sebastien Centner (Eatertainment Events & Catering)
Location: Ballroom E
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Culinary Business & Operations
Playing the Beautiful Game: 5 Ways to Increase Cross-Vendor Collaboration
Speaker: Vijay Goel (440 Elm/ Bite Catering Couture)
Location: 14
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: TSE-Business & Professional Development, CS-Events
Taking Advantage of Tech: Downloading the Update Your Event Company Needs
Speaker: Kevin Dennis (Fantasy Sound Event Services / WeddingIQ)
Location: 19A
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Event Safety & Technology, TSE-Business & Professional Development
Theme: CSEP-approved
The Art of Wedding Coordination
Speaker: Terrica (Cocktails & Details® / Terrica Inc.)
Location: Ballroom F
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: CS+TSE Bridge, TSE-Weddings
Theme: CSEP-approved
Unleash Your Creative Superpowers: The Art of Theme-ology!
Speaker: Teri Jakob (UPMC Pinnacle Foundation)
Location: 9C
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Event Planning, TSE-Trends & Design
Theme: CSEP-approved
Working Post Pandemic with Coopetition not Competition
Speakers: Gary Bordman, CSEP (AE&ES JustCallGary), Bobby Bradley (Texas Entertainment Group), Kelly Smink (Amusement Masters)
Location: 18C
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Business & Professional Development
Theme: CSEP-approved
Speaker: Keith Sarasin (Aatma; From the Field Catering)
Location: Breakpoint Books
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Speaker: Sebastien Centner (Eatertainment Events & Catering)
Location: Breakpoint Books
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Speakers: Kevin Lacassin (Good Food Events + Catering), John Serock (John Serock Catering), Jeremy Brown (Nameless Catering)
Location: 17B
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Off-Premise Catering
Dinner at The White House: Train Your Team To Deliver the Best Hospitality on Earth
Speaker: Ryan Corvaia (Dish Food & Events LLC)
Location: Ballroom E
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: CS+TSE Bridge, CS-Business & Professional Development
Effective Marketing - Creating Fan Engagement When Planning Your Festival
Speaker: Amanda Mora (EVENT GROUP HOUSTON)
Location: 19A
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Marketing, TSE-Business & Professional Development
Flavors of The Soul: A Fusion Feast
Speakers: Christopher Taylor (Chris Evans Events and Catering), Enjolik Bailey (Low Country Quisine)
Location: Ballroom D
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Culinary Arts, CS-Off-Premise Catering
Theme: ICA-approved, LCA member
Speaker: Rich Shank (Technomic)
Location: Ballroom F
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS+TSE Bridge, CS-Culinary Business & Operations
Next-Level High-Value Event AV Production Tips
Speaker: Anca Trifan, CMP, DES (Treefan Events)
Location: 10B
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-MeetingsNet, TSE-Event Mgmt & Production
Pop Culture and Sales, What's the Tea?
Speaker: Miro Diamanté (Accent Indy, a DMC Network Company)
Location: 18C
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Sales
Speaker: Chris Villard (Bold Catering & Design)
Location: 8C
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Business & Professional Development
Theme: LCA member
Speakers: Cristian Hernandez (Rosendale Events), Carlos Madrigal (Rosendale Events), Kimberly McKnight (Rosendale Events)
Location: Ballroom G
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Event Planning, TSE-Event Mgmt & Production
Theme: CSEP-approved
The Deck, Your Sales Team’s Best Friend.
Speaker: Tara Maxey (Certified Catering Consultants)
Location: 18B
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Sales, CS-Marketing
Two Hearts, One Ledger: Fostering Love in the Family Business
Speakers: Lisa Ware (Catering by Michaels), Jeff Ware (Catering by Michaels)
Location: 16B
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Business & Professional Development, CS-Culinary Business & Operations
Theme: CSEP approved, ICA-approved, LCA member
International Caterers Association Meet & Greet
Location: ICA Inspiration Zone
Location: Brazos Hall, 204 E 4th St, Austin, TX 78701
Pass Type: All Access, CS Premium Pass, TSE Premium Pass, Ticketed Event
Opening General Session with Keynote Laura Schwartz: Common Ground with Laura Schwartz
Speaker: Laura Schwartz (Laura Schwartz Live)
Location: Keynote Stage, Hall 5
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: CS+TSE Bridge
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
2024 Floral Tips, Tricks, & Trends in the Catering World
Speaker: Liza Roeser (FiftyFlowers)
Location: Ignite Stage 1
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: CS-Trends & Design
Theme: CSEP-approved
AV 102: Next Level AV for Planners & Contract Negotiations
Speaker: Scott Frankel (Animatic)
Location: Ignite Stage 3 (in Exhibit Hall)
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Event Safety & Technology, TSE-Event Planning
Theme: CSEP-approved
Fast Chat: Awkward Networking - Making Relationships Count!
Speaker: Jen Sulak (Pink Light Images / Weirdo Weddings)
Location: Ignite Stage 2 (in Exhibit Hall)
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Marketing, TSE-Weddings
Competitors: Alicia Smith (Cru Catering), Joshua House (The JDK Group), Jean Claude Etienne (Rosendale Events), Jeremy Langemann (Bingemans Catering), Nettie Frank (Chef Nettie Frank), Joseph Pina (Sodexo)
Emcee: Robin Selden (Marcia Selden Catering)
Judges: Phuoc Vo (CBK Catering & Events), Ron Ben-Israel (Ron Ben-Israel Cakes), Tavel Bristol-Joseph (Emmer & Rye, Hestia, Kalimotxo, Canje and Ezov; Ladino)
Location: Culinary & Competition TSF Stage
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Fast Chat: A Guide to Digital Payments for Agile Event Businesses
Speaker: Katie Mast (Rock Paper Coin)
Location: Ignite Stage 2 (in Exhibit Hall)
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Business & Professional Development
Sales Powerhouses Live: A Consulting & Solutions Chat
Speakers: Margaret Brower (Rainmaker Sales & Marketing Group), Jennifer Perna (https://www.fultonmarketconsulting.com/)
Location: Ignite Stage 1 (in Exhibit Hall)
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: CS-Sales, CS-Business & Professional Development
Sustainable Solutions in Catering's Final Stretch: Innovations for a Greener Future
Speaker: Chris Heffernan (dlivrd)
Location: Ignite Stage 3 (in Exhibit Hall)
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: CS-Culinary Business & Operations
Theme: CSEP-approved
Setting Up a Remote Catering & Workforce Housing Basecamp
Speaker: Kermit Pemberton (Temporary Kitchens 123)
Location: Ignite Stage 1 (in Exhibit Hall)
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: CS-Culinary Business & Operations, CS-Off-Premise Catering
Speakers: Peter McCaffrey (Leading Caterers of America), Daniel Epting (Epting Events)
Location: Ignite Stage 2 (in Exhibit Hall)
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: CS-Culinary Business & Operations, CS-Business & Professional Development
Theme: CSEP-approved, LCA member
20 Ways You Can Accomplish Zero Waste Events
Speakers: Dana Buchanan (Primal Alchemy), Paul Buchanan (Primal Alchemy), Natalie Lowe, CMM, CRL (Celebrate Niagara / Sustainable Events Forum)
Location: 18C
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Sustainability, TSE-Event Planning
Theme: AEP- & CSEP-approved
A Candid (and Very important) Conversation about Numbers
Speakers: Chris Sanchez (LUX), Dianna Chamberlin (LUX)
Location: 18B
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Culinary Business & Operations, CS-Business & Professional Development
Theme: CSEP-approved, LCA member
Back to Business: Fashion Tips & Tricks
Speaker: Jamie Lee Quickert (Mills James)
Location: Ignite Stage 3 (in Exhibit Hall)
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: CS-Business & Professional Development
Building Relationships at Work
Speaker: Anthony Lambatos (Footers Catering)
Location: Ballroom E
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Business & Professional Development
Event Therapy Lounge: Meditation & Self Care Strategies
Speakers: Charessa Sawyer (SC Visionary Planning and Production / Event Therapy Network), Sierra Reed (SC Visionary Planning and Production/ Event Therapy Network), Shaunelle Murphy (SC Visionary Planning Services)
Location: 13AB Wellness Room
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: CS-Business & Professional Development, TSE-Business & Professional Development
Help!! Handling Medical Emergencies at Events, for Event Professionals
Speaker: David Egan (DavidEgan.com)
Location: 19A
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Event Safety & Technology, TSE-Event Mgmt & Production
Theme: AEP- & CSEP-approved
How Much Should I Pay My Team?
Speakers: Sylvain Grégoire (Sénik The event agency), Sébastien David (Sénik The event agency)
Location: 12B
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Event Mgmt & Production, TSE-Business & Professional Development
Theme: CSEP-approved
Inside the World of Charitable Events
Speaker: AJ Williams (AJ Events)
Location: Ballroom G
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Event Mgmt & Production, TSE-Marketing
Theme: AEP- & CSEP-approved
Kristin Banta's Design to Impact in 2024
Speaker: Kristin Banta (Kristin Banta Events Inc)
Location: Ballroom F
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: CS+TSE Bridge, TSE-Trends & Design
Theme: CSEP-approved
Lean Catering: Seeing, Teaching and Eliminating the Nine Wastes of Catering!
Speaker: Roy Porter (Engage Works)
Location: 16C
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Culinary Business & Operations, CS-Sustainability
Theme: CSEP-approved
Mastering the Art of Sales: Techniques and Strategies for Overcoming Objections and Driving Results
Speaker: Meryl Snow (SnowStorm Solutions / Certified Catering Consultants)
Location: 17B
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Sales
Theme: LCA member
Pink Poodle Theory 3.0: Harnessing The Power of Your Creative Brain
Speakers: Keri Miller (e=mc² events), Reid Hubick (e=mc2 events)
Location: 8C
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Trends & Design, TSE-Event Planning
Sh** (or Stuff) Happens: Save Your Reputation & Bounce Back Stronger
Speaker: Shannon Tarrant (Wedding Venue Map)
Location: 9C
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Marketing, CS-Business & Professional Development
Show Calling and Stage Management for Live Events
Speaker: Troy Peters, CTS (SEAS Productions)
Location: 14
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Event Mgmt & Production, TSE-Event Safety & Technology
Theme: CSEP-approved
Texas Barbecue - The Strateje Fourteen Way - Sides, Sauces & Sweets
Speakers: Keith Lord (Strateje Fourteen), Greg Shapiro (Strateje Fourteen), Bryce Cherven (Strateje Fourteen)
Location: Ballroom D
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Culinary Arts
Turning Your Meeting into a Show
Speakers: Heidi Brumbach, CMP (Technisch Creative), Lenny Talarico (Lenny Talarico Events), Anthony Bollotta (Bollotta Entertainment), Dorene Collier (Event Show Productions)
Location: 10B
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-MeetingsNet, TSE-Event Mgmt & Production
Theme: AEP- & CSEP-approved
Speakers: Jeriesha Carter Johnson (Divine Elegance Catering & Special Events), Andre Johnson (Divine Elegance Catering & Special Events)
Location: Culinary & Competition TSF Stage
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: CS-Culinary Arts, CS-Off-Premise Catering
Fast Chat: Sous Vide - Pros and Cons
Speaker: Mark Ellis (The Chef's Table)
Location: Ignite Stage 2 (in Exhibit Hall)
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: CS-Culinary Arts
Speaker: Mary Crafts (Culinary Crafts)
Location: Breakpoint Books
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Speaker: Meryl Snow (SnowStorm Solutions / Certified Catering Consultants)
Location: Breakpoint Books
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Speaker: Jaclyn Watson (Jaclyn Watson Events)
Location: Ignite Stage 1 (in Exhibit Hall)
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Trends & Design, CS-Trends & Design
Fast Chat: Boost Your Marketability with the CSEP Certification
Moderator: Stacey Hoyt, CMP, CSEP (KMFA Classical)
Speakers: Armando Seledon, CSEP, CTA (Visit San Antonio), Randi Steinhart, CSEP (RS Event Productions)
Location: Ignite Stage 2 (in Exhibit Hall)
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Business & Professional Development
Theme: CSEP-approved
Transform How You Connect, Collaborate, & Transact Across the Event Sales Lifecycle
Speaker: Yaron Lipshitz (Prismm)
Location: Ignite Stage 3 (in Exhibit Hall)
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Event Mgmt & Production
Bar and Bat Mitzvahs: Navigating the Triple Threat Client
Speaker: Zohe Felici (Felici Events)
Location: 12B
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Event Planning, TSE-Trends & Design
Speakers: Todd Annis (Cru Catering), Andrew Krause (Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park)
Location: Ballroom D
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Culinary Arts
Speaker: Suzanne Morrell (Creating Environments)
Location: 14
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Sustainability, CS-Sustainability
Theme: CSEP-approved
Crafting the Perfect RFP for your Conference
Moderator: Kaitlyn Dineen (Fifth Street DMC / RMM)
Panelists: Heather Niemeyer (Reimagine Meeting Management), Dana Moberly (Eagle Eye Networks)
Speaker: Alicia Miller (JW Marriott Austin and Austin Marriott Downtown)
Location: 10B
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-MeetingsNet, TSE-Event Planning
Theme: AEP- & CSEP-approved
Speakers: Colton Staver (The JDK Group), Brad Snyder (The JDK Group)
Location: 16B
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Trends & Design, CS-Events
Theme: LCA member
Speaker: Rob Barber (ATOMIC)
Location: Ballroom F
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Trends & Design
Theme: CSEP-approved
How to Curate a Successful Tasting Experience for Your Clients
Speakers: Dan Joseph (Blue Plate Catering), Trish Vogel (Blue Plate Catering), Charles Haracz (Blue Plate)
Location: 17B
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Off-Premise Catering, CS-Sales
Theme: CSEP-approved, LCA member
Speakers: Tiffany Rose Goodyear (Scentex), Terrica (Cocktails & Details® / Terrica Inc.)
Location: Ballroom E
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Trends & Design, CS-Events
Theme: CSEP-approved
If You Don't Ask, the Answer is Always No!
Speaker: Alan Berg, CSP (Wedding Business Solutions LLC)
Location: Ballroom G
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: CS-Sales, TSE-Sales
Theme: CSEP-approved
It's the Little Things with Event Production that Make the Biggest Difference
Speaker: Meredith Commender CSEP (Significant Events of Texas)
Location: 19A
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Business & Professional Development, CS-Business & Professional Development
Theme: CSEP-approved
Let's Have a Talk in the Walk-in
Speaker: Jeffrey "the Kingpin" Schlissel (The Bacon Cartel)
Location: 13AB Wellness Room
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: CS-Business & Professional Development, CS-Culinary Business & Operations
Marketing Masters 2024: Effective Marketing Strategies for Wedding & Event Professionals
Speakers: Laura Cardo (Kristin Banta Events, Inc.), Clint Upchurch (Tres LA Catering), Christie Osborne (Mountainside Media), Ashley Scobey (PartySlate), Ian Ramirez (Madera Estates)
Location: 18C
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Marketing
Theme: CSEP-approved
Speaker: Chip Dizard (Chip Dizard Studios)
Location: 18B
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Marketing, CS-Sales
What's the Worst that Could Happen? Tales, Tips + Mishaps from the Legal Side of Events
Speaker: Leah Weinberg (Oduberg Law, LLP)
Location: 9C
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Business & Professional Development
You're Losing Money...Again! Control Your Costs with these Simple Steps
Speaker: Dean Mistretta, MBA, CHE (Johnson & Wales University)
Location: 8C
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Business & Professional Development, CS-Off-Premise Catering
Speakers: Reuben Bell (Blue Elephant Events and Catering), Fausto Pifferrer (Blue Elephant Events and Catering), Suzi McMerty Shands (Mintahoe Catering & Events), Melissa Tibben (Total Party Planner)
Location: Ignite Stage 2 (in Exhibit Hall)
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: CS-Off-Premise Catering, CS-Events
Theme: ICA-approved, LCA member
Fast Chat: Passing the Torch in the Catering and Events Industry; a Path Forward
Speakers: Julia Kendrick Conway (Assaggiare Mendocino, Inc), Alicia Falango (California Events Collective), Bobbi Brinkman (Bobbi Brinkman LLC), Megan Estrada (NSWE Events)
Location: Ignite Stage 3
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Business & Professional Development
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
SEARCH Foundation Annual Signature Event
Pass Type: Ticketed Event
Closing General Session: Michael Cerbelli's: The Hot List™
Speaker: Michael Cerbelli (Cerbelli Creative)
Location: Keynote Stage, Hall 5
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Theme: CSEP-approved
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
A Candid Conversation with Ron Ben-Israel
Speaker: Ron Ben-Israel (Ron Ben-Israel Cakes)
Location: Ignite Stage 2 (in Exhibit Hall)
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: CS-Culinary Arts, CS-Culinary Business & Operations
Bar & Beverage Catering 101 & Beyond!
Speaker: Roy Porter (Engage Works)
Location: Ignite Stage 1 (in Exhibit Hall)
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: CS-Off-Premise Catering, CS-Culinary Business & Operations
Location: Culinary & Competition TSF Stage
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Location: Competition Stage
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Talking Tech: Guest Experience, Trends, and AI
Moderator: Joel Olandesca (SOS Charging Solutions & Simpl.AR)
Speakers: Sébastien David (Sénik The event agency), Jonathan Jow (BoothEasy Photo Booth Company), Cindy Lo (RED VELVET + Strong Events)
Location: Ignite Stage 3 (in Exhibit Hall)
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Trends & Design
Theme: CSEP-approved
Location: Tablescapes area in Exhibit Hall 3
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Speakers: Christopher Taylor (Chris Evans Events and Catering), Enjolik Bailey (Low Country Quisine), Jamie Lee Quickert (Mills James), Hugh Groman (Hugh Groman Group), Fausto Pifferrer (Blue Elephant Events and Catering)
Location: Ignite Stage 2 (in Exhibit Hall)
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: CS-Culinary Business & Operations, CS-Business & Professional Development
Theme: LCA member
Fast Chat: Objection Speed Round - Ask the Expert
Speaker: Alan Berg, CSP (Wedding Business Solutions LLC)
Location: Ignite Stage 3 (in Exhibit Hall)
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: CS-Sales, TSE-Sales
Fast Chat: How to Have Fun Creating Green Events & Sustainable Business Practices
Speaker: Alyson Zildjian (Zildjian Catering and Consulting)
Location: Ignite Stage 1 (in Exhibit Hall)
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: CS-Sustainability, CS-Events
Theme: CSEP-approved
Fast Chat: Love is NOT Blind: Taking Off Your Rose-Colored Glasses Before Opening a Venue
Speaker: Dana Kadwell (Hustle + Gather)
Location: Ignite Stage 3 (in Exhibit Hall)
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Weddings, TSE-Business & Professional Development
Speaker: Tracey Fricke, CSEP, MWP, CMP (Occasion Designed)
Location: Ignite Stage 2 (in Exhibit Hall)
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: CS-Business & Professional Development
Fast Chat: Why Every Catering Company Should Offer Private Chef Services
Speaker: Tim Mitchell (Mangia Catering)
Location: Ignite Stage 1 (in Exhibit Hall)
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: CS-Culinary Business & Operations
A Guide to Creating A Process-Driven Approach to Wedding Planning
Speaker: Renée Sabo (Urban Soirée)
Location: 18C
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Weddings
Theme: CSEP-approved
Avantgarden! Vegan & Vegetarian Cuisine
Speaker: Eric Centeno (Exquisite Delites Catering Company)
Location: Ballroom D
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Culinary Arts
Building a Culture of Innovation: How to Foster Creativity and Drive Growth in Your Organization
Speaker: Brian Green (By BrianGreen)
Location: 16B
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Business & Professional Development
Caterers, Assemble! Tantalizing Trends, Captivating Concepts, Inspired Interactivity 2024
Speaker: Stavros (M Culinary Concepts)
Location: Ballroom E
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Trends & Design, CS-Culinary Arts
Theme: CSEP-approved
Five Speaker Trends to Watch in 2024
Speaker: Jennifer Best (AAE Speakers Bureau)
Location: 12B
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-MeetingsNet, TSE-Event Planning
Growing Bigger & Better: Staffing Strategies for Business Growth
Speakers: Erica Edie (Crave Catering Austin), Warren Dietel (Puff 'n Stuff Catering), Nick Klug (Proof of the Pudding), Daniel Altman (Instawork)
Location: 17B
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: CS-Culinary Business & Operations, CS-Business & Professional Development
It's Me. Hi. I'm the Problem, it's Me.
Speaker: Lauren Chumbley (Eclipse Event Co.)
Location: Ballroom G
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Business & Professional Development, TSE-Weddings
Short Stories and Tall Tales: How Story Selling Gets You Booked
Speaker: Terrica (Cocktails & Details® / Terrica Inc.)
Location: Ballroom F
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: CS+TSE Bridge, CS-Marketing
The New Catering Buyer: Insights to Help You Win More Business
Speaker: Rich Shank (Technomic)
Location: 18B
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Culinary Business & Operations
Transportation & Hospitality: Five Tips for High Touch Event Transportation
Speaker: Mary Delia Allen (Mary Delia Events)
Location: 19A
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Event Planning
Theme: CSEP-approved
Speaker: Emily Malaya (The TapRoot Hospitality Collective)
Location: Ignite Stage 3
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: CS-Culinary Business & Operations
Fast Chat: Green Gossip: Zero Waste Events
Speakers: Dana Buchanan (Primal Alchemy), Paul Buchanan (Primal Alchemy)
Location: Ignite Stage 2 (in Exhibit Hall)
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: CS-Sustainability
Theme: CSEP-approved
Better the Second Time Around: Great Uses for Leftovers
Speakers: Hunter Hunt (Culinary Crafts), Robert Mendoza (Culinary Crafts)
Location: Ballroom E
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Culinary Business & Operations, CS-Sustainability
Beyond the Party: Creating Meaningful Moments and Connections through Events
Speakers: Meggie Hess (Veterans United Home Loans), Kylee Lawhead (Veterans United)
Location: Ballroom G
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Event Planning
Breaking Down The Ops/Sales/Chef Tensions To Increase Profit
Speakers: Vanessa Vass (Root Cellar Catering Co.), Megan Turbeville (Root Cellar Catering Co.)
Location: 18B
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Culinary Business & Operations, CS-Off-Premise Catering
From $200k to $2m - How to Scale!
Speakers: Matt Logan (Mangia Catering), Tim Mitchell (Mangia Catering)
Location: 17B
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Business & Professional Development, CS-Culinary Business & Operations
Speakers: Colja Dams (VOK DAMS Events & Live Marketing worldwide), Claudia Köhler-Dams (VOK DAMS Events & Live Marketing worldwide)
Location: 16B
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: CS+TSE Bridge, TSE-Event Mgmt & Production
Theme: CSEP-approved
How to Create a Good Sponsorship Deck!
Speaker: Steve Clayton (Soundskilz)
Location: 12B
Track: TSE-MeetingsNet, TSE-Marketing
Theme: CSEP-approved
More than Minis: Interactive Dessert Displays, Stations, and More
Speaker: Bryce Cherven (Footers Catering)
Location: Ballroom D
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass
Track: CS-Culinary Arts, CS-On-Premise Catering
The Newest Ways to Maximize Marketing with Photographer Vanessa Joy
Speaker: Vanessa Joy (Vanessa Joy Photography)
Location: 19A
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Marketing, TSE-Weddings
The Power of Emotion in Experiential Event Design: Creating Events that Leave a Lasting Impression
Speaker: Jeniffer Bello (JB Experiences)
Location: 18C
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: TSE-Trends & Design, TSE-Event Mgmt & Production
Speaker: Cindy Lo (RED VELVET + Strong Events)
Location: Ballroom F
Pass Type: All Access, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: CS+TSE Bridge, TSE-Business & Professional Development
ACE, Gala & CATIE Awards Nominee Reception
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Location: Keynote Stage, Hall 5
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Location: Superstition, 110 E Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78704
Pass Type: All Access, CS Premium Pass, TSE Premium Pass, Ticketed Event