2010 NACE Experience

Last week I attended the 2010 NACE Experience in Austin, Texas....AMAZING! For those of you who do not already know, I am an active member of both the Tampa and Orlando chapters of NACE (National Association of Catering Executives). This organization is geared towards all professionals in the wedding, event and hospitality industries. It really has been such a great networking tool for me and has connected me with so many of the amazing vendors that I work with today. The "Experience" is an annual conference for NACE members throughout the country. Educational seminars, key-note speakers, networking lunches/dinners and a market place/trade show are just some of the highlights that took place over 4 fun-filled days. Our Tampa chapter was nominated for "Best NACE meeting" as well as "Chapter of the Year." Although we did not take home either trophy THIS year, it was such a HUGE honor to be nominated!

Since there is so much that I want to share, I have decided to break it up into several posts (plus, only some of the photographs are accessible at this time, HeeHee). The Opening-Night Gala took place at the historic Driskill Hotel (which is absolutely beautiful). The theme was Rhinestone Cowboy...very fitting for Texas. As you can see from the photos below, it was such a neat event and an absolute blast. Stay tuned for more posts on this unbelievable experience!

Tacy with Meritage Events, and Cindy with Red Velvet were responsible for this fabulous event. Photographs courtesy of Eric Hegwer Photography.