Schedule Builder

View, browse, and sort the ever-growing list of sessions by pass type, track, and format. With this Session Scheduler, you can build your schedule in advance and access it during the show via export or with the Mobile App, once live.

If you are seeing varied colors of session titles, here is your guide:dark purple = Catersource education sessions; bright pink = TSE education sessions; and bright blue = those sessions or events that can be attended by anyone. You can sort your experience by pass type, as well as track. Find your best experience by first choosing the pass type you have purchased. This will weed out all other extraneous sessions..

Sessions do fill up and seating is first come, first served. Note: Individual presentations may also be linked in the app and on this website shortly before the published show dates. They may or may not be the final presentation.

Earn CMP and CEH credits!

ALL education sessions at this year's conference are approved by The Events Industry Council to count toward your CMP certification. A variety of chef-forward classes have been approved by American Culinary Federation. Keep your professional status up-to-date while having a blast and seeing this incredible lineup of speakers.

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Flawless Event Execution: Industry Standards and Bonus Tips

Jessa Feagins (Banquets and Catering Department Manager, River Spirit Casino Resort)

Location: Room 237

Date: Thursday, July 22

Time: 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Pass Type: All Access Pass, Combined CS/TSE Education Pass, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass

Track: CS-On-Premise Catering, CS-Staff Development & Enrichment

Format: Session

Vault Recording: TBD

Audience Level: All

Packed full of useful and exciting information, this session will cover the fundamental knowledge needed to flawlessly execute events ranging from 10-1,000 guests and beyond. What steps do you need to take to get prepared for events ahead of time? We all know BEO meetings and scheduling staff are imperative, but don't overlook the power of pre-con and group resume meetings, event timelines, and preparing BEO and setup packets for your employees. What steps can you take on event day to make everyone's job easier? Also covered will be delegation techniques for efficiency and fairness, how to set up the BOH for success, how to run plated meals and buffets, how to create floor sections and set up banquet portable bars, and much, much more! Multiple demonstration videos will be included. This 60 minute session will provide attendees with knowledge that would normally take event professionals years to learn on the job.

Flawless Event Execution: Industry Standards and Bonus Tips