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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.

Feb 12 Monday | 8:00 am

Registration

Feb 12 Monday | 1:00 pm

A Taste of Austin Venue Tour

Pass Type: Ticketed Event

Feb 12 Monday | 7:30 pm

Connect Social

Location: Speakeasy, 412 Congress Ave. D, Austin, TX 78701

Pass Type: All Access, CS Premium Pass, TSE Premium Pass, Ticketed Event

Feb 13 Tuesday | 7:30 am

Registration

Feb 13 Tuesday | 8:30 am

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

Feb 13 Tuesday | 10:00 am

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

Building a Culture of Service

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

Closing the Gap: Using event design to close physical, operational and affinity distance in organizations

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

Deliver the Honey, HONEY!

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  (National Society of Black Wedding and Event Professionals (NSBWEP)), 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

Don't Leave $ on the Table!

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

Feb 13 Tuesday | 11:15 am

$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

Embracing Diversity & Inclusion in Wedding Planning: Creating Unforgettable Moments that Honor Love in all its Forms

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

Feb 13 Tuesday | 12:00 pm

David Adler Booksigning

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

Nettie Frank Booksigning

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

Feb 13 Tuesday | 12:15 pm

"I Can Top That!"— Event Mishap Stories & What We Can Learn from Them—a luncheon, with anecdotes hosted by Scott Frankel

Speaker: Scott Frankel  (Animatic)

Location: Ballroom A

Pass Type: Ticketed Event

Theme: AEP- & CSEP-approved

Feb 13 Tuesday | 1:45 pm

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

Hospitality & Health

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

How To Build Better Proposals

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

Feb 13 Tuesday | 3:00 pm

Amplify Success: The Ripple Effect of a Confident Mindset + Enthusiastic Energy in Building a Thriving Business

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

Bridging the Gap between Sales & Culinary – How to Collaborate to Create a Win-Win for Both Departments

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

Feb 13 Tuesday | 3:45 pm

Keith Sarasin booksigning

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

Sebastien Centner Booksigning

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

Feb 13 Tuesday | 4:15 pm

Buy, Build or Rent? Creative Solutions for Your Ideal Commissary Kitchen, Tasting Room & Company Headquarters

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

Menu Trends for 2024 & Beyond

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

Pull, Don't Push!

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

The Art of a Room Flip

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

Feb 13 Tuesday | 5:00 pm

International Caterers Association Meet & Greet

Location: ICA Inspiration Zone

Feb 13 Tuesday | 7:00 pm

Opening Night Party

Location: Brazos Hall, 204 E 4th St, Austin, TX 78701

Pass Type: All Access, CS Premium Pass, TSE Premium Pass, Ticketed Event

Feb 14 Wednesday | 8:00 am

Registration

Feb 14 Wednesday | 9:00 am

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

Feb 14 Wednesday | 10:00 am

Expo Hall Open

Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass

Feb 14 Wednesday | 10:30 am

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

Feb 14 Wednesday | 11:00 am

DICED Competition

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

Feb 14 Wednesday | 11:30 am

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

Feb 14 Wednesday | 11:45 am

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

Feb 14 Wednesday | 12:15 pm

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

Feb 14 Wednesday | 12:30 pm

A Chef's Dive into AI

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

Feb 14 Wednesday | 1:00 pm

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

Feb 14 Wednesday | 1:15 pm

Evolution of Mocktails

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

Feb 14 Wednesday | 1:30 pm

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

Feb 14 Wednesday | 2:00 pm

Mary Crafts Booksigning

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

Meryl Snow Booksigning

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

Table Talk & Design Strategy

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

Feb 14 Wednesday | 2:15 pm

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

Feb 14 Wednesday | 2:30 pm

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

Brother Love's Traveling Salvation Show! How to Elevate Classic Comfort Items into New Trend-setting Ideas

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

Communicating the Positive Impact: Sharing Your Sustainable Event Story with Transparency and Integrity

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

Creative Fusion: How to Develop an Alliance of Catering & Design Within Your Company to Enhance Your Events

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

From Napkin Sketch to Show Day: What 14 Years, 12 Product Lines, 110 Products & 28,802 Shows Have Taught Me

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

How to Design for the Senses

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

Oh My! What's All This AI?

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

Feb 14 Wednesday | 3:15 pm

Ask Us Anything!

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

Feb 14 Wednesday | 3:30 pm

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

Feb 14 Wednesday | 4:00 pm

Hall Happy Hour

Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass

Feb 14 Wednesday | 8:00 pm

SEARCH Foundation Annual Signature Event

Pass Type: Ticketed Event

Feb 15 Thursday | 8:00 am

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

Registration

Feb 15 Thursday | 10:00 am

Expo Hall Open

Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass

Feb 15 Thursday | 10:30 am

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

Booth Awards

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

Brunch & Bubbly

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

Feb 15 Thursday | 11:00 am

Tablescape Competition

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

Feb 15 Thursday | 11:45 am

Eating My First "Mil"

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

Feb 15 Thursday | 12:00 pm

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

Feb 15 Thursday | 12:30 pm

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

Feb 15 Thursday | 12:45 pm

Event Vent

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

Feb 15 Thursday | 1:00 pm

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

Feb 15 Thursday | 1:15 pm

Fast Chat: Prepped for Growth

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

Feb 15 Thursday | 1:30 pm

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

Feb 15 Thursday | 2:00 pm

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

How Will AI Transform Events?

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

The Real Real with Cindy Lo

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

Feb 15 Thursday | 4:30 pm

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

Feb 15 Thursday | 5:30 pm

ACE, Gala & CATIE Awards

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

Feb 15 Thursday | 7:30 pm

Closing Night Celebration

Location: Superstition, 110 E Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78704

Pass Type: All Access, CS Premium Pass, TSE Premium Pass, Ticketed Event