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NACE Member Jaca Johnson shares a powerful personal reflection on the meaning of Juneteenth—exploring identity, legacy, and resilience through the lens of her own journey as a Black woman and entrepreneur. Her story honors the past while embracing the beauty, excellence, and intention that shape her life and work today.

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Headshot of Monique G. Studak 2025 NACE ICON Award Winner

The National Association for Catering and Events (NACE) is proud to announce Monique G. Studak, CSS, CSW, as the recipient of the 2025 NACE Icon Award. This prestigious honor recognizes...

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Terry Shields headshot 2025 NACE Hall of Fame honoree

The Board of Directors of the National Association for Catering and Events (NACE) has announced Terry Shields, CPCE, CSEP, as the recipient of the 2025 NACE Hall of Fame Award...

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Lynn Graham, CPCE, shares what AAPI Heritage Month means to her as a Catering and Event Professional.

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“Associations Unlocked: Maximizing Membership, Driving Initiatives, and Overcoming Industry Challenges
Join us for an empowering virtual event, “Associations Unlocked: Maximizing Membership, Driving Initiatives, and Overcoming Industry Challenges,” where the national Presidents of NSBWEP, ILEA, and NACE come together for a transformative discussion.

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The catering and events community in Salt Lake City is set to grow with the official launch of the Salt Lake City Chapter of the National Association for Catering and Events (NACE). This new chapter will offer local professionals a vibrant community for networking, education, and career development, helping to elevate the industry in Utah and beyond. The Salt Lake City chapter of NACE is ...

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Discover the incredible photographers who captured every special moment at NACE Experience 2024! Join us in thanking Nikki Hildebrand and Joe Keum for their stunning work, and explore their photo galleries to relive the event. Don’t miss out on these memorable snapshots—and remember to support our NACE community by properly crediting them when you share!

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Explore the culinary creativity and sustainable elegance of the Culinary Experience Lunch at Experience 2024. Held in a beautifully transformed Plaza Ballroom, this garden party-themed luncheon featured a fully vegetarian menu, inspiring speakers, and a focus on reducing food waste. From the lifelike floral centerpieces to the crowd-favorite Opici wines, every detail was thoughtfully designed to ...

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AFR played a pivotal role in transforming 2024's NACE Experience, from providing stylish furnishings for the Electric Forest-themed Opening Reception to creating a cozy, glamping-inspired atmosphere at the Awards Celebration. Their contributions, including seamless Wi-Fi throughout the event, helped set the tone for memorable interactions and immersive experiences. AFR’s ability to tailor each ...

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Experience in Denver brought together NACE members from across the catering and event industry to explore the latest trends and innovations. Highlights included Philip Wolf's session on integrating cannabis into events, Michele Polci and Thomas Whelan's insights on evolving catering landscapes, and Maddy Gabor and Lauren Yee's interactive workshop on 'Purposeful Play.' Sponsored by the Foundation ...