Speakers 2026
The education opportunities at Catersource + The Special Event feature presentations from more than 100 industry luminaries who have been there, done that, and are armed with content that’s trendy, thought-provoking, and always influential.
Brian Green, CMP, CMM, Event Planner, By BrianGreen
Brian A M Green CMP, CMM, is a globally recognized, award-winning event planner with over two decades of transformative experience in the international events industry. As the Chief Event Architect and Creative Visionary of By BrianGreen LLC (Atlanta) and Crown Events (Barbados), he has pioneered exceptional social and corporate event experiences across six continents. A distinguished former Diplomat for Barbados, Brian brings a unique international perspective and diplomatic finesse to event design and execution. His expertise garnered national recognition when he was featured as the expert guest on The Steve Harvey Show's annual Wedding Hour, and he has been prominently published in premier industry publications. Recognized as a thought leader, Brian is a distinguished WeddingPro Educator and Advisor for The Knot/Wedding Wire's Fellowship For Change Program. In 2024, he was nominated for Speaker of the Year at the NACE One Awards. Committed to advancing industry representation, Brian is the Immediate Past Chairman of the Board for the National Society of Black Wedding & Event Professionals, championing Diversity, Equity, and inclusion initiatives that transform professional landscapes.