NACE Houston Chapter

✨ Member Spotlight ✨
Spotlighting our members is one of our favorite NACE Houston perks. We love celebrating the incredible talent and expertise within our chapter, and today we’re excited to highlight a world‑renowned culinary brand making its mark right here in Houston.

Spotlight on Wolfgang Puck Catering — Houston
Wolfgang Puck Catering brings its globally recognized culinary excellence to Houston with a team known for creativity, hospitality, and unforgettable guest experiences. Led locally by Senior Catering Sales Manager Allison Livingston, the Houston team delivers exceptional catering for corporate events, social gatherings, galas, weddings, and intimate in‑home celebrations across the Greater Houston area.

From fresh, ingredient‑driven hors d’oeuvres to dessert action stations and signature seasonal cocktails, Wolfgang Puck Catering is known for bringing thoughtfulness, creativity, and seasonality to every table. Whether it’s a fundraiser at the Hobby Center, a client event at White Oak Music Hall, a birthday on Discovery Green, or a private dinner party at home, their team of gracious professionals works closely with clients to create events that are as delicious as they are unforgettable.

🌐 Connect with Wolfgang Puck Catering:
Website: https://wolfgangpuckcatering.com/catering/houston/
Instagram:
Facebook: Wolfgang Puck Catering
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/

Please help us welcome our newest members to the NACE Houston chapter 💙 Welcome to the community! 🎊🎉🥳

Celebrating this month’s member anniversaries 🩵 Thank you for being part of the NACE Houston community and for continuing to grow with us.

A huge congratulations to our NACE Houston members nominated for national awards this year! 👏✨

Your creativity, innovation, and dedication continue to elevate our industry, and we’re so proud to see Houston represented on the national stage. We’ll be cheering you on this August at the NACE National Experience Conference in New Orleans! 💛

TWO WEEKS AWAY! ✨ How to Communicate and Show Gratitude Effectively Amongst Colleagues 🎙️

Communication is key within any role, especially when you’re working with others towards shared goals as an event team. However, there are times when this can get lost in translation through no fault of our own. Instead of searching for a scapegoat when conflicts arise, it’s our duty to find solutions and work efficiently together. In this talk, Courtney and Dana will discuss how to create a culture of celebration, including how you can foster a greater sense of appreciation within your event day team.

Key takeaways:
- Identifying the personality types within your event day team
- Top communication techniques for being an understanding and appreciative teammate
- 3 steps that you should be taking when things go wrong in order to fix the issue, not bandage the problem

📍 Lakeside Country Club - 100 Wilcrest Dr, Houston, TX 77042
🗓️ Wednesday, June 10th - 11:00 am to 1:30 pm

🔗 Link in bio / https://nace.glueup.com/event/june-2026-program-pearls-of-appreciation-180127/

🕊️ Early bird tickets will end Friday, June 5th at 5:00 pm
🎟️ General registration will close Tuesday, June 9th at 5:00 pm

✨SPONSORS✨
Venue + catering: lakesidecchouston
Mocktails:
Rentals:
Speaker:

✨ In the Member Spotlight ✨
Spotlighting our members is one of our favorite NACE Houston perks. We love celebrating the creativity, leadership, and innovation our new members bring to the chapter, and today we’re excited to highlight a brand that brings artistry and intention to every event.

Spotlight on Savory Events
Savory Events, founded by Executive Chef Jorden Dolan, is a luxury catering and design brand based in The Woodlands, Texas. Known for crafting seasonal menus and farm‑to‑table experiences that celebrate local ingredients and artful presentation, Savory Events creates unforgettable dining moments in the comfort of your own home.

Each menu is thoughtfully tailored to highlight the finest local produce, pasture‑raised meats, and sustainable ingredients sourced from Texas farms and artisans. Their commitment to quality, creativity, and elevated hospitality has made Savory Events a standout in the luxury private‑dining space.

🌐 Connect with Savory Events:
Website: https://www.savoryevents.net
Instagram:
Facebook: Savory Events

Join us for June’s lunch program! ✨ How to Communicate and Show Gratitude Effectively Amongst Colleagues 🎙️

Communication is key within any role, especially when you’re working with others towards shared goals as an event team. However, there are times when this can get lost in translation through no fault of our own. Instead of searching for a scapegoat when conflicts arise, it’s our duty to find solutions and work efficiently together. In this talk, Courtney and Dana will discuss how to create a culture of celebration, including how you can foster a greater sense of appreciation within your event day team.

Key takeaways:
- Identifying the personality types within your event day team
- Top communication techniques for being an understanding and appreciative teammate
- 3 steps that you should be taking when things go wrong in order to fix the issue, not bandage the problem

📍 Lakeside Country Club - 100 Wilcrest Dr, Houston, TX 77042
🗓️ Wednesday, June 10th - 11:00 am to 1:30 pm

🔗 Link in bio / https://nace.glueup.com/event/june-2026-program-pearls-of-appreciation-180127/

🕊️ Early bird tickets will end Friday, June 5th at 5:00 pm
🎟️ General registration will close Tuesday, June 9th at 5:00 pm

✨SPONSORS✨
Venue + catering: lakesidecchouston
Mocktails:
Rentals:
Speaker:

✨ Spotlight on Our Members ✨
Spotlighting our members is one of our favorite NACE Houston perks. We love celebrating the creativity, leadership, and innovation our new members bring to the chapter, and today we’re excited to highlight a company that embodies all three.

Spotlight on Idea Fountain, Inc.
Idea Fountain, Inc. is a Texas‑based experiential company with offices in Dallas, Houston, and Austin, specializing in team building, interactive stations, and casino‑themed events.
With over 12 years in business, they’ve built a strong reputation for creating engaging, memorable experiences that bring people together and elevate any event.

Their mission extends beyond producing exceptional events. Guided by the belief that “if you give back to the community, the community will give back to you,” Idea Fountain, Inc. actively supports local organizations, charities, and initiatives that strengthen the communities they serve. Their commitment to both business excellence and social responsibility has made them a trusted name in the hospitality and events industry.

🌐 Connect with Idea Fountain, Inc.:
Website: https://www.ideafountain-inc.com/
Instagram:
Facebook: Idea Fountain, Inc.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/idea-fountain-inc/

✨REGISTRATION CLOSES TOMORROW!✨ Join us this May for a fresh take on networking at our interactive breakfast program! 🥞☕️

Attendees will be grouped into teams and put their creativity to the test in a friendly tabletop design competition. 🌸 Using provided materials, each team will collaborate to create a standout tablescape — blending design, strategy, and a little competitive spirit. 🏅

It’s a fun, hands-on way to connect with fellow members, spark new ideas, and celebrate the art of event design. 🤗

🎟️ Link in Bio / https://nace.glueup.com/event/may-2026-program-chopped-the-table-top-edit-179134/

🕊️ Registration closes Tuesday, May 19 at 5:00 PM

📍 Northgate Country Club — 17110 Northgate Forest Dr, Northgate Forest, TX 77068

🗓️ Wednesday, May 20 — 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM

✨SPONSORS✨
Venue, caterer + bar:
Rentals:
Florals:
A/V + production:
Content creator:

✨ MEMBER HIGHLIGHT — NACE HOUSTON ✨
One of the perks we love most at NACE Houston is spotlighting the incredible talent within our chapter. Welcoming new members and sharing their stories is one of our favorite ways to celebrate the creativity and passion in our industry.

Meet Keely McEnery — Freezing Point Co.
The Freezing Point specializes in live nitrogen dessert and mocktail experiences that elevate events and spark unforgettable guest engagement. Their interactive, high‑impact presentations bring a sense of wonder, flavor, and fun to every celebration.

🌐 Connect with Keely & Freezing Point Co.:
Website: www.freezingpoint.co
Instagram: .us
Facebook: The Freezing Point
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keelymcenery/

✨TWO WEEKS AWAY!✨ Join us this May for a fresh take on networking at our interactive breakfast program! 🥞☕️

Attendees will be grouped into teams and put their creativity to the test in a friendly tabletop design competition. 🌸 Using provided materials, each team will collaborate to create a standout tablescape — blending design, strategy, and a little competitive spirit. 🏅

It’s a fun, hands-on way to connect with fellow members, spark new ideas, and celebrate the art of event design. 🤗

🎟️ Link in Bio / https://nace.glueup.com/event/may-2026-program-chopped-the-table-top-edit-179134/

🕊️ Early bird ends Friday, May 15 at 5:00 PM — Registration closes Tuesday, May 19 at 5:00 PM

📍 Northgate Country Club — 17110 Northgate Forest Dr, Northgate Forest, TX 77068

🗓️ Wednesday, May 20 — 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

✨SPONSORS✨
Venue, caterer + bar:
Rentals:
Florals:

Join your fellow hospitality professionals for a rewarding volunteer day at our local animal shelter. Help us support the community, spend time with adorable animals, and bond with other members outside of our usual events.

Spots are limited, so be sure to sign up online and secure your place—we’d love to see you there!

📍 Harris County Pets
🚘 612 Canino Rd, Houston, TX 77076

🗓️ Sunday, May 31
⏰ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

🔗 Link in bio / https://nace.glueup.com/event/hospitality-with-heart-supporting-harris-county-pets-180457/

✨ SNEAKS!! 📸✨It’s been one week since our Annual Trends event & we CANNOT wait to see the rest of the photos!

Thank you to all of the amazing sponsors! We definitely could not have done it without y’all!

And thank you to everyone who attended! We truly hope you were able to enjoy and take something away!

✨SPONSOR TEAM✨
Venue, caterer + bar:
Photographers:
Videographer:
Content creator:
A/V + production:
Activations: .leveaux
Program rentals:
Table top rentals:
Program linens:
Drapery:
Florals:
Coffee bar:
Mocktail bar:
Mocktail glassware:
Desserts: .us
Entertainment:
Models:
Hair and makeup: .us
Fashion:
Moderators:
Speakers:

Please help us welcome our newest members to the NACE Houston chapter 💙 Welcome to the community! 🎊🎉🥳

Celebrating this month’s member anniversaries 🩵 Thank you for being part of the NACE Houston community and for continuing to grow with us.

Join us this May for a fresh take on networking at our interactive breakfast program! 🥞☕️

Attendees will be grouped into teams and put their creativity to the test in a friendly tabletop design competition. 🌸 Using provided materials, each team will collaborate to create a standout tablescape — blending design, strategy, and a little competitive spirit. 🏅

It’s a fun, hands-on way to connect with fellow members, spark new ideas, and celebrate the art of event design. 🤗

🎟️ Link in Bio / https://nace.glueup.com/event/may-2026-program-chopped-the-table-top-edit-179134/

🕊️ Early bird ends Friday, May 15 at 5:00 PM — Registration closes Tuesday, May 19 at 5:00 PM

📍 Northgate Country Club — 17110 Northgate Forest Dr, Northgate Forest, TX 77068

🗓️ Wednesday, May 20 — 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

✨SPONSORS✨
Venue, caterer + bar:
Rentals:
Florals: whimsical_creative_tx

See y’all tomorrow! 🤗

📍 The Thompson Hotel — 1717 Allen Parkway, Houston, TX 77019
🗓️ Sunday, April 26 — 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm

✨SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT✨A big thank you to our table sponsors for your support of NACE Houston Trends. Your investment in this community makes events like this possible.

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📍 The Thompson Hotel — 1717 Allen Parkway, Houston, TX 77019
🗓️ Sunday, April 26th at 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
😎 See you there!

✨SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT✨ Grateful for the companies who support NACE Houston Trends as table sponsors. We couldn’t do this without you.

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📍 The Thompson Hotel — 1717 Allen Parkway, Houston, TX 77019
🗓️ Sunday, April 26th at 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
😎 See you there!

✨SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT✨ Bright is a full-service special event rental company providing unforgettable details for life’s memorable experiences.

Whether you’re planning a small soiree or a big bash, their team of event professionals is prepared to provide you with beautiful products, expert advice, and be a trusted partner.

From start to finish, their service-oriented team is always dependable, on time, and ready to deliver. Bright aspires to be your “go to” rental company.

🌐 Follow them on social media!

📍 The Thompson Hotel — 1717 Allen Parkway, Houston, TX 77019
🗓️ Sunday, April 26th at 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
😎 See you there!

✨SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT✨ SuitShop is the premiere destination for affordable, size- and gender-inclusive, and yours-to-keep suiting.

Made for everybody and every occasion SuitShop offers the first and only coordinating collection for men, women, nonbinary individuals, and kids.

Complete with quality to love, sizing made simple, and caring customer service, SuitShop delivers the ultimate suiting experience to get you looking and feeling your best.

🌐 Follow them on social media!

📍 The Thompson Hotel — 1717 Allen Parkway, Houston, TX 77019
🗓️ Sunday, April 26th at 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
😎 See you there!

✨SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT✨ The Luv Bridal Experience is an unforgettable moment in the journey to your wedding day.

At Luv, they focus on the experience more than any other aspect, ensuring that a bride’s time with us is carefully considered so that it is filled with passion and commitment from the moment a bride walks through our doors to walking down the aisle.

🌐 Follow them on social media!

📍 The Thompson Hotel — 1717 Allen Parkway, Houston, TX 77019
🗓️ Sunday, April 26th at 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
😎 See you there!

✨SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT✨ With decades of fashion industry experience, Lina V Formals are dedicated to providing exceptional service and personalized attention to help you find the perfect ensemble.

From timeless bridal gowns to exuberant quinceañera dresses, their boutique offers a diverse range of designs to suit every taste and body type.

Let them be a part of your cherished memories, as they strive to make every customer feel confident and radiant for their significant occasions.

🌐 Follow them on social media!

🎟️ Ticket info — Link in bio / https://nace.glueup.com/event/april-2026-program-trends-behind-the-veil-173055/

⏰ Registration closes Wednesday, April 22 at 11:59 pm

📍 The Thompson Hotel — 1717 Allen Parkway, Houston, TX 77019
🗓️ Sunday, April 26th at 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
😎 See you there!

✨SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT✨ Dressing beautiful brides since 2016, Estelle Bridal is a Houston-based boutique dedicated to bringing your dream wedding look to life.

They offer a curated selection of stylish and contemporary bridal gowns, bridesmaid dresses, flower girl dresses, mother-of-the-bride options, and unique accessories, all in a personalized and memorable shopping experience.

🌐 Follow them on social media!

🎟️ Ticket info — Link in bio / https://nace.glueup.com/event/april-2026-program-trends-behind-the-veil-173055/

⏰ Registration closes Wednesday, April 22 at 11:59 pm

📍 The Thompson Hotel — 1717 Allen Parkway, Houston, TX 77019
🗓️ Sunday, April 26th at 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
😎 See you there!