DFW NACE – Dallas-Fort Worth Chapter of the National Association for Catering and Events

What is NACE?

The National Association for Catering and Events (NACE) is the first non-profit national organization for caterers, event planners and event professionals that provides education, certification and a network of resources for members in all segments of the hospitality industry. The organization’s mission is to be the premier resource and community for catering and event professionals.

DFW NACE brings together the top event industry professionals in the Dallas-Fort Worth area for networking and education.

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Learn and grow along with the best and brightest in the catering and events industry. Join NACE today!

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Calendar of Events

The DFW Chapter of NACE traditionally meets the first Wednesday of each month. See what's coming up in the area.

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Member Directory

Looking for a catering and event professional in DFW? Our membership directory is a great place to start!

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DFW NACE Mission

The DFW Chapter of NACE is committed to providing an environment in which both individual and professional growth will thrive. Education will be an ongoing process, thus benefitting the catering and events industry and the community we serve.

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A Message From the DFW NACE President

Our DFW NACE Chapter is made up of some of the most talented event industry professionals in a variety of disciplines, and we’d love for you to join us. If you’re interested in attending a DFW NACE event for the first time, we look forward to welcoming you. I’m confident that you’ll find our chapter to be a warm and inviting place. To our long time members, thanks for your considerable contribution to the success of our chapter. The DFW NACE family is a place to learn, grow, educate and inspire so please let me and your board of directors know how we can assist you to ensure you have the best possible experience with our DFW NACE Family.

“NACE has literally changed the course of my career since the very first day I stepped out of college and into the unknown world of catering and events. I not only attribute my professional success to NACE, but have had the amazing pleasure of making lifelong friends that have become family through this amazing organization. You get out of it what you put into it and I am so glad that I have put my heart and soul in as I’ve received more than I could have ever expected in return.”

Dana Blaugrund, Wolfgang Puck Catering
“Over the past 10 years, NACE has become my absolute favorite networking/education organization in the Dallas-Fort Worth special events industry thanks to its creativity in programs, the quality of its members in our marketplace, and – the sheer fun we all have together! The relationships I have built through NACE, and the referrals I receive thanks to its members, have propelled our catering business to the next level.”

Beth Albright, Blue Fire Catering
“DFW NACE is THE group to be in for networking in the event industry in Dallas/Fort Worth. This group has a fantastic draw of industry professionals who are not only some of the best in the area, but the most friendly group as well! The board brings in great speakers for monthly meetings which make for the perfect combo of education and networking.”

Sarah Kane, Todd Events
“I really enjoy going to NACE meetings for the networking, checking out new venues and the great food! By being an active NACE member, I can count the numerous amount of new professional relationships that turned into returning business.”

Jennifer Burns, Illumination Fireworks

What is NACE?

Join NACE

Calendar of Events

Member Directory

DFW NACE Mission

The DFW Chapter of NACE is committed to providing an environment in which both individual and professional growth will thrive. Education will be an ongoing process, thus benefitting the catering and events industry and the community we serve.

BECOME A MEMBER

A Message From the DFW NACE President

Dana Blaugrund, Wolfgang Puck Catering

Beth Albright, Blue Fire Catering

Sarah Kane, Todd Events

Jennifer Burns, Illumination Fireworks