217: Food Safety Awareness Month: An Event Planner’s Perspective
In honor of Food Safety Awareness Month, I've gathered a panel of experienced event planners — Joan Eisenstodt, Andrea Lapp, and Jayna Larrea — to share their perspectives on food safety expectations in the event industry. From corporate meetings...
In honor of Food Safety Awareness Month, I've gathered a panel of experienced event planners — Joan Eisenstodt, Andrea Lapp, and Jayna Larrea — to share their perspectives on food safety expectations in the event industry.
From corporate meetings to association conferences, they've mastered the art of contracting and executing events that prioritize both culinary delight and attendee well-being. In this episode, our guests will offer practical tips, real-life anecdotes, and essential considerations for event planners, catering professionals, and anyone passionate about hosting gatherings.
Whether you're looking to enhance your food safety knowledge when planning an event, a caterer wanting to stay ahead by knowing what their clients want, or someone wanting to improve their event planning skills, this discussion is a valuable resource you won't want to miss.
So, grab your lunch and a favorite beverage, settle in, and prepare to take your food safety event planning game to the next level with this engaging and insightful conversation.
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Joan Eisenstodt
Consultant, teacher, mentor
Joan Eisenstodt, respected industry veteran, has operated a Washington, DC-based meetings consulting business since 1981. Consultant, teacher, mentor, she's been honored by industry associations including 2004 induction to the EIC Hall of Leaders. Joan believes asking better and deeper "tell me more" questions leads to better negotiations, contracts, and meeting experiences.
Andrea Lapp
Director of Events, Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security
In the world of event management, Andrea transforms abstract ideas into vibrant, impactful experiences. Her talent lies in crafting and orchestrating events where energy flows freely, allowing people to connect, learn, and tackle complex challenges with ease.
As a strategic leader, she meticulously designs roadmaps that align with stakeholder expectations, ensuring every aspect—goals, deliverables, budgets, and timelines—is managed with precision. Her fiscal stewardship prevents scope and cost creep through clear communication, rigorous monitoring, and adaptable problem-solving.
Jayna Larrea
Meeting & Event Planner
Jayna started her event career at a private country club planning weddings and mitzvahs back in the 1980's (gasp!). With her long love of food and creating memorable experiences for the attendees, Jayna joins us today with a wealth of experience and frustration of the F/B industry.
