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 NACE was born on June 3, 1958. First known as the Banquet Managers Guild, the association worked to recognize hotel banquet managers and directors of catering in New York City. The first non-New York member joined in 1960, raising membership to twelve, and the Philadelphia Chapter was formed in 1964, creating a national association. The Guild became the National Association of Catering Executives in 1980. Recognizing that many members were Catering Managers, Directors of Catering, off-premise caterers, as well as special event planners, wedding coordinators and meeting planners, the association broadened its scope to meet the needs of the entire industry. Today, NACE has more than 3500 members in more than 40 chapters in the United States and Canada. A significant voice in the hospitality world, NACE remains true to its 50-year old roots by continuing to promote professionalism in the industry, work to enhance the careers of its members, and help them deliver excellence and cutting edge services to their clients.
Happy 50th! A year-long NACE 50th anniversary celebration began in July 2007 at the NACE Educational Conference. This celebration culminates in summer 2008, with every NACE chapter holding a local anniversary party on June 3rd and a grand finale celebration in August during the “Experience! 2008 – the Future of Catering and Event Design” conference in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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"How to join"
NACE offers a variety of member benefits to assist you in advancing your career. Click here for details about NACE Member Benefits. You are invited to join NACE via our on-line membership application. Payment can be made on-line using VISA, MasterCard, or American Express. The payment processing is a secure on-line processing system. The on-line application features membership with NACE for these categories: New Primary Member: Catering or Convention Services Director or Manager, Event Manager, Food and Beverage Manager, Banquet Manager, Off-Premise Caterer Owner/Manager/Staff or any other title whose position entails menu planning, event sales and planning, or event management for hotels, clubs, corporate facilities, colleges and universities, or any food service/hospitality venue or business. New Affiliate Member: Purveyors of products and services to or from NACE Primary members, such as florists, photographers, linens, balloons, equipment rental, supplies, staffing, tableware, uniforms, entertainment/DJ, computer software, audio visual, publishing, etc. Membership Fee: Your first year membership with NACE is $395.00. This includes a first-year initiation fee ($50), and membership in one local chapter. If there is not a local chapter in your area, your membership will be 'At-Large'. Additional Chapters can be added for $50.00 each; Primary or Affiliate membership is required.
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The National Association of Catering Executives, the oldest and largest catering association in the world, encompasses all aspects of the catering industry. Dedicated to promoting career success for its members and the professionalism of the industry, NACE offers educational programs, professional certification, chapter initiatives, networking opportunities, recognition and awards programs, a job bank, community service projects and the industry’s most prestigious annual conference. In helping its members enhance their business and careers, NACE helps the industry reach its highest potential.