Catersource + The Special Event Schedule 2026
View, browse, and sort the ever-growing list of sessions by pass type, track, and association.
If you are seeing varied colors of session titles, here is your guide:
- Primary Blue = C (Formerly Catersource education sessions, now Cater education sessions)
- Dark Blue = E (Formerly The Special Event education sessions, now Event education sessions)
- Light Purple = Those sessions or events that can be attended by anyone with a Catersource or TSE pass or requires a separate ticket.
Find your best experience by first choosing the pass type you have purchased. This will weed out all other extraneous sessions.
Note: Sessions fill up and seating is first come, first served.
Earn CMP credits!
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.
Stadium Seats to Luxury Suites: The Future of Catering at Live Sports & Entertainment Events
Speaker: Jeremy Campbell (Proof of the Pudding)
Location: 403B
Pass Type: All Access, Catersource Conference Pass, Combined CS/TSE Conference Pass
Track: C-Trends, Events & Design, C-On- or Off-Premise Catering
Associations & Accreditations: ICA
Eventertainment: Turning Dreams into Themes
Speakers: Robin Selden (Marcia Selden Catering & Events and Naked Fig Catering), Jeffrey Selden (Marcia Selden Catering & Events and Naked Fig Catering)
Location: 403B
Pass Type: All Access, Catersource Conference Pass, Combined CS/TSE Conference Pass
Track: C-Trends, Events & Design, C-On- or Off-Premise Catering
Associations & Accreditations: LCA
Caterers, Assemble 2026! Tantalizing Trends, Captivating Concepts, Inspired Interactivity
Speaker: Stavros (M Culinary Concepts)
Location: 403B
Pass Type: All Access, Catersource Conference Pass, Combined CS/TSE Conference Pass
Track: C-Trends, Events & Design, C-Sales & Marketing
Designing Waste-Free Events: A Profitable Path to Sustainability
Speakers: Liz Mullen (Chowgirls Catering), Annie Pennings Edmond (Chowgirls Catering)
Location: 304A
Pass Type: All Access, Catersource Conference Pass, Combined CS/TSE Conference Pass
Track: C-Sustainability, C-Trends, Events & Design
Associations & Accreditations: CSEP-approved
From Plate to Palette: How Culinary Presentation Shapes Event Design
Speaker: Jaclyn Watson (Jaclyn Watson Events)
Location: 403B
Pass Type: All Access, Catersource Conference Pass, Combined CS/TSE Conference Pass
Track: C-Trends, Events & Design
Associations & Accreditations: CSEP-approved
The Swicy Revolution: Exploring the Sweet-Heat Trend Captivating Late Night Snacks & Appetizers
Speaker: Joseph Pina (Chartwells)
Location: 403A
Pass Type: All Access, Catersource Conference Pass, Combined CS/TSE Conference Pass
Track: C-Culinary Arts, C-Trends, Events & Design
From Stakes to Stunning: Everything You Need to Know About Tented Events
Speaker: Jennifer Ball (Knot Your Average Events (& Travel))
Location: 306A
Pass Type: All Access, Catersource Conference Pass, Combined CS/TSE Conference Pass
Track: C-Trends, Events & Design, C-On- or Off-Premise Catering
Associations & Accreditations: ABC
Mastering Large-Scale Catering: Logistics, Planning & Personnel for 1,000+ Guests
Speakers: Stephen Hunt (RH Events & Catering), Mary-Evelyn Kirkland (RH Events & Catering), Lee Reith (RH Events & Catering)
Location: 304A
Pass Type: All Access, Catersource Conference Pass, Combined CS/TSE Conference Pass
Track: C-On- or Off-Premise Catering, C-Trends, Events & Design
Associations & Accreditations: CSEP-approved
Speaker: Kristin Ferrarese (Fortuna's Catering Co.)
Location: 306A
Pass Type: All Access, Catersource Conference Pass, Combined CS/TSE Conference Pass
Track: C-On- or Off-Premise Catering, C-Trends, Events & Design
Soda Culture: A Sweet Opportunity
Speaker: Nettie Frank (Chef Nettie Frank)
Location: Beverage Stage
Pass Type: All Access, Catersource Conference Pass, Combined CS/TSE Conference Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass
Track: C-Culinary Arts, C-Trends, Events & Design
Coast to Coast Flavor Forecast: Regional Trends Shaping the Catering World
Speakers: Elyse Remigio (Top Flight Hospitality), Zohe Felici (Premium Wedding + Event Pros | Felici Events | Santa Barbara Wedding)
Location: 403B
Pass Type: All Access, Catersource Conference Pass, Combined CS/TSE Conference Pass
Track: C-Trends, Events & Design, C-Sales & Marketing
Speaker: Adriel Sims (SMU HOSPITALITY)
Location: 304A
Pass Type: All Access, Catersource Conference Pass, Combined CS/TSE Conference Pass
Track: C-Trends, Events & Design, C-Culinary Arts
Transforming Event Catering with 3-D Printing
Speaker: Houston Loper (HL Catering Company)
Location: 403A
Pass Type: All Access, Catersource Conference Pass, Combined CS/TSE Conference Pass
Track: C-Trends, Events & Design, C-Culinary Arts
Associations & Accreditations: ICA