Food and beverage matters: Plates, profits and planning positive outcomes
Advanced event logistics

Food and beverage matters: Plates, profits and planning positive outcomes

Company culture
Inclusion, equity, belonging
Meeting planner toolkit
Audience engagement
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
1:05 PM - 1:50 PM | Europe/Berlin

Education session

Hall 9 | Evolve Theatre, Inspiration Hub, Stand 9003
English
About

Navigate one of the most influential parts of any event — food and beverage — with confidence and clarity. Understand how catering decisions shape attendee experience, brand perception and event delivery.

Learning outcomes:

Explore approaches that honour diverse cultures, foster inclusion and connection, and enhance the attendee experience.

Learn how to make food and beverage choices that are commercially practical, help support attendee and public health, reflect ESG priorities and help strengthen brand perception.

Discover how to design menus that are memorable, balanced and help leave a lasting impression.

Speakers

Zena Phillips

Senior Director Catering & Events, AmericasHilton

Vanessa Sturman

Speaker and Health CoachVanessa Sturman Health & Performance