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March 2-5, 2026
Los Angeles Convention CenterLos Angeles, CA

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.

Mary-Evelyn KirklandMedia ManagerRH Events & Catering

Mary-Evelyn first joined the RH team in 2012 as seasonal event staff. After completing her degree in Mass Communications with a Dance Minor at Georgia College, she went on to pursue an MFA in Choreography from UNC Greensboro. Mary-Evelyn has managed social media pages and websites for many arts organizations including The Georgia Ballet, and has been on dance faculty at three universities. Mary-Evelyn rejoined RH in January 2022 as the leader in launching and promoting Lee Street Tacos food truck. Currently, she manages all social media pages, website content and ads accounts. To her, the best part about working with RH is the familial environment.

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