Getting Involved

Get Involved with NACE Houston

Looking for ways to get involved in the Houston hospitality industry or connect with event professionals in Houston? Volunteering with NACE Houston is one of the best ways to expand your network, gain hands-on experience, and build relationships within the catering and events community. Whether you're a wedding vendor, corporate event professional, or hospitality leader, our committees offer meaningful opportunities to grow your career while giving back.

Volunteer Opportunities with NACE Houston

Getting involved with the NACE Houston Chapter is an exciting way to build connections, expand your network and make a meaningful impact on our organization. Whether you're interested in ongoing contributions or seasonal involvement, we have committees that align with your interests and availability. Take a look below and find your next opportunity to grow and give back! 

Who Should Join

Getting involved with NACE Houston is perfect for: 

• Event planners and coordinators
• Wedding and corporate event vendors
• Caterers, venues, and hospitality professionals
• Professionals looking to grow their network in Houston
• Members who want to get more out of their NACE experience

No matter your experience level, there's a place for you to contribute and grow.

• Fundraising and Community Service Committee - This committee helps plan and execute initiatives that support the Chapter's financial goals and give back to the community. Members assist with organizing fundraising activities while building relationships within the Houston hospitality community. Committee members also help coordinate community service opportunities and collaborate with sponsors to maximize support. Your involvement ensures we can continue delivering impactful programs while making a positive difference in the Houston area.

• Marketing Committee - The Marketing Committee supports the Chapter's promotional efforts to ensure effective communication with members and the broader community. As a committee member, you'll assist the committee lead with creating social media content, updating the Chapter's website, and design graphics for Chapter events and initiatives. This committee focuses on building excitement for our programs and enhancing member engagement through consistent, creative communication. 

• Programs Committee - The Programs Committee is responsible for supporting event planning by reaching out to vendors for sponsorships, assisting with timelines and contributing to creative decisions and event design. Committee members will help with event setup and be on-site to ensure everything runs smoothly. Flexibility and teamwork are key, as members may step in to assist where needed and provide hands-on support during the event. The goal is to ensure a seamless, memorable experience for all attendees. Your contributions will help ensure our programs reflect the interests and needs of our membership.

• Hospitality Ambassador Committee - The Hospitality Ambassadors are dedicated to creating a warm and inclusive environment for new and prospective members. Our mission is to be the friendly faces that make every individual feel immediately welcomed and valued. Through personal connections and genuine support, we aim to ensure that every visitor and new member feels a sense of belonging, is encouraged to engage in networking and is excited to be part of the NACE community from day one. These individuals would help with sending emails to new members to invite them to upcoming meetings, help with calling/texting to encourage members to attend key programming meetings (one per quarter), help with facilitating Member Spotlights and Member Testimonials and will be a key decision maker for all Membership Perk offerings. 

Seasonal Committees

• Trends Committee (Spring) - The Trends Committee supports one of the Chapter's signature events, typically held each spring. Members assist the committee lead with event planning, securing speakers and sponsors, and ensuring the event showcases the latest industry trends. This is an excellent opportunity to collaborate on a large-scale, impactful program. 
• Awards Gala Committee (Fall) - The Awards Gala Committee is responsible for planning the Chapter's premier annual fundraiser. Members will work with the committee lead on tasks such as theme selection, event logistics and sponsor coordination. Your efforts will help make this memorable evening a celebration of excellence and camaraderie.

National Committees

• For those who are interested in impacting our NACE organization on a National level, join one of the National Standing Committees. Work with Catering and Event professionals from across the country in a variety of committees including the Chapter Leaders Council (CLC), Conference Advisory, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DIA), Member Recognition, Membership, Nominations and Elections, and Professional Development.

READY TO GET INVOLVED?!

Joining a committee is one of the best ways to maximize your NACE membership and build meaningful connections within the Houston events industry. If you're interested in volunteering or learning more, please reach out to the committee leads below or contact the NACE Houston Chapter President directly. We would love to help you find the right fit!

• Fundraising and Community Service: Valerie Bonvillain
• Marketing Committee: Stephanie Ton
• Programs Committee: Ashley Anderson, CPCE
• Hospitality Ambassadors Committee: Kristan Williams, CPCE
• Trends Committee: NACE Houston Chapter President
• Awards Gala Committee: NACE Houston Chapter President

NACE Houston offers some of the most valuable opportunities for hospitality networking in Houston through volunteer leadership, committee involvement, and event collaboration. Getting involved allows you to build lasting relationships, gain industry visibility, and grow your presence in the Houston catering and events community.

Host a NACE Houston Meeting and Showcase Your Business

Do you want to host a NACE Houston meeting at your venue or showcase your services to our dynamic community of Houston event professionals? We would love to collaborate with you! 

Benefits for Non-Members

• Recognition in the event invitation (company name only)
• Verbal acknowledgement during the program
• Thank you mention in the post-event survey
• Social media mention

Exclusive Member Benefits

• Logo and link featured on the NACE Houston website
• Spotlight recognition in event materials and social media
• Complimentary event ticket for one team member
• Opportunity to present a short elevator pitch about your services

Interested? Contact our Programs Director to learn more about hosting or sponsoring a meeting!