Event & Meeting Professionals Episodes

Tips for event and meeting organizers on how to create impactful food experiences at meetings and events.
Oct. 13, 2025

326: Event Profs Share F&B Ordering Tips for Better Guest Experiences…

As event planners, we know that food and beverage is rarely just a line item—it’s an experience, a connector, and sometimes a challenge. In this week’s Eating at a Meeting LIVE, I’m gathered a group of event planners — Janet C. Hoppenstein, CMP, Shannon Ryan, CMP, and Julie Wong, CMP — for an op…

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Nov. 5, 2024

277: The Power of Pie: Connecting and Collaborating Through Culinary …

🥧 In this episode, Tracy introduces you to Valentina Ruffoni, the founder of Beyond the Event and the PIE network. 🍴✨ With a passion for transforming typical gatherings into memorable experiences, Valentina dives deep into the culinary...

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Sept. 3, 2024

268: What does it Take? A Deep Dive into Inclusive Food & Beverage Ex…

At a PCMA EduCon in Detroit, I ran into my friend Zoe Moore, CEO and Strategic Disruptor at Grow with Zomo. When I saw her, she said, "We have lots to discuss." As a passionate advocate for EDI in hospitality, events, and tourism, Zoe brings a wealth...

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