Meeting Planner Seminar
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Vantage Venues, Toronto
11 April 2019 | 1:15 pm - 3:00 pm


If You Can’t Stand the Heat, Get out of the Kitchen!
Meeting professionals come together to predict, debate and shape the future of conference dining.
Let the food fight begin!
Schedule at a Glance
*This session is approved for 1.75 clock hours toward the CMP credential. |

Enjoy Lunch and a Show Before the Debate
With special appearance by guest judge Chef Michael Smith!

Admission to this seminar includes a ticket to the IACC Copper Skillet Competition finale, where top chefs from around the globe battle it out in front of a live audience.

Hear an expert panel discuss the trends that can make or break your meetings.
We’ll look at delegates dietary management, allergens, sustainability and waste in meetings and of course consider what is hot and what is not in terms of food types and service styles.
We’ll look at delegates dietary management, allergens, sustainability and waste in meetings and of course consider what is hot and what is not in terms of food types and service styles.
Facilitator: Sue Hershkowitz is an award-winning sales trainer and internationally recognized authority.
“The most engaging, practical, fun, down-to-earth, smart, on-trend trainer you’ll ever have the pleasure of learning from.”
“The most engaging, practical, fun, down-to-earth, smart, on-trend trainer you’ll ever have the pleasure of learning from.”
Panelists: Alan Booth, Deloitte University; Mariela McIlwraith, Events Industry Council; Brian Stapleton, Aramark; Tracy Stuckrath, Thrive! Meetings & Events

Cheers to the future of Food and Beverage!
End the day right with a refreshment break and networking.
We look forward to an impactful event and hope you’ll join us!