25 questions all event planners should ask themselves
BizBash
Cheryl Cecchetto of Sequoia Productions gave a well-received keynote presentation at the BizBash IdeaFest in Los Angeles June 13. After sharing war stories from her 25-year career producing events like the Governors Balls following the Academy Awards and the Emmys, she asked the audience to take a quiz.More

Modern chic black, white and green inspiration
Wedding Obsession
Captured by Green Pomme Photography, the shoot showcases a dominant color palette of black, white and green with hints of charcoal. More

Glamorous wedding centerpieces
Martha Stewart
Show-stopping table arrangements for your wedding. Tall white taper candles and silver urns filled with dendrobium orchids create sophisticated centerpieces. More

Homemade marshmallows
Bakerella
These classic vanilla marshmallows are fantastic. The recipe is from the Puffalicious book, Marshmallow Madness.More

Romesco with Bellota ham, vegetables and salad
Great British Chefs
Don't be put off by the exquisite plating of this dish, as it is actually very simple to prepare. Romesco is a popular sauce which is thought to originate from Catalunya. More

Faux wedding: Fairyland flower girls
Snippet & Ink
This feature comes from the imagination of Ariella Chezar: a party created with the littlest wedding guests in mind, full of whimsy and butterflies.More

Outdoor country wedding
Colin Cowie Weddings
An archway decorated with flowers in shades of purple and white leads to a lush, romantic interior. White lilies, purple sweet peas and a variety of mums and roses add an elegant touch to this doorway.More

Berry wedding ideas
Martha Stewart
Lovely to look at and downright delicious, these vibrant fruits can put a summery twist on flowers, invitations, cakes and more. Here are a bushel of fresh ideas, ripe for the picking. More

7 boozy desserts for summer parties
BizBash
The dessert course meets the cocktail hour in the newest food trend: alcohol-infused desserts. Forget tiramisu and baba au rhum — these creative confections are the latest crave-worthy options from trend-conscious caterers. More

Corporate special event pros expect repeat of 2012 in 2013, survey says
Special Events
Producers of corporate special events predict that their workload and budgets will likely be much the same in 2013 as they are this year, a slightly more sober forecast than their predictions at the same time last year. The findings come from the 11th annual Special Events' Corporate Event Marketplace Study.More

(NACE Members only) Hurry, Alumni special ends June 30! Save $100 when you register for Experience!
NACE
During this month, any current NACE professional member who has attended a NACE annual national conference in the last five years (2007-2011) and who is NOT currently registered for the NACE Experience! 2012 conference, can register for this year's conference in New Orleans, La., for only $850 (discount valued at $100). For more information, click here.More

(Registration open to the public) NACE Webinar Series: Hungry for Clients? Get the Ingredients for Online Success on July 9 at 1 p.m. ET, $35 (includes recording)
NACE
Are you marketing your business online with no clear direction? This webinar will demonstrate how you can generate more leads and increase sales by implementing proven online marketing tactics. For more information, click here.More

Caterers and Event Professionals! Put your best foot forward, don't get behind on the latest trends! Meet us in New Orleans at Experience! July 15 - 18
NACE
Establish yourself as a successful and sophisticated professional at Experience! 2012. Experience! is a revolutionary conference that attracts professionals from every segment of the market, from caterers, event planners and event professionals, to students and young professionals. For more information, click here.More

Check out this month's suggested reading by celebrity chef, John Besh in the NACE aStore bookstore powered by Amazon
NACE
The NACE aStore was created to offer you an easy way to find and purchase the recommended books to help build your career success. This month, we're highlighting our Experience! 2012 conference speakers Simon T. Bailey, Chef John Besh and Beverly Reese Church. For more information, click here.More

Check out the upcoming schedule for Catering and Events education
NACE
The National Association of Catering Executives (NACE) is pleased to present year-round educational opportunities to help caterers, event planners, event professionals, students and young professionals advance their careers and achieve personal success. For more information, click here.More