Welcome to Las Vegas NACE!

NACE is the oldest and largest professional society that addresses all aspects of the catering industry. Through the collective efforts of members, local chapters, committees and the Foundation of NACE, NACE is at the forefront of the issues that directly affect you and your business.

From practical tips that you can use to provide better service to your clients, to recognition and marketing programs that enhance the credibility and professionalism of the field, NACE is on the cutting edge. From educational programs to standards, to ethics, to legislative monitoring, NACE leads the way.

Congratulations to Las Vegas NACE National Award winners!

Lisa Lynn Backus CPCE - George Zell Spirit of NACE Award

Donnell Bayot M.Ed., CHE - Appointed to the President's List of NACE for outstanding achievement and selfless volunteer service

Carrie Key and Dragon Ridge Country Club - Best Wedding Reception of the Year - Budget over $75K

Las Vegas NACE Chapter - NACE Champion Award for outstanding execution of an industry event and exceptional presentation of the NACE organization

The LV NACE delegation at Experience 2010 Austin, TX

Patti J Shock CPCE - CPCE of the Month

Patti is The International School of Hospitality's Academic Consultant and has oversight over all academic programs. Patti currently serves as the Director of Distance Learning for the Harrah Hotel College at UNLV. Previously, she served as Chair of the Tourism and Convention Administration Department for almost 20 years and prior to that, she chaired the Hotel, Restaurant & Travel Administration Department at Georgia State University in Atlanta for almost 10 years. In addition to being an expert in meetings, events, and catering, Patti is a noted authority in social media marketing. She serves on numerous Advisory Boards including Catersource, the Convention 2020 initiative and the IAEE.

Patti co-authored the texts, "Hotel Catering: A Handbook for Sales and Operations," "A Club Manager's Guide to Private Parties and Club Functions," "On-Premise Catering," "Restaurant Marketing for Owners and Managers" and "A Meeting Planner's Guide to Catered Events" - all published by Wiley.

NACE online store now open!

Show your Las Vegas NACE pride and support your chapter at the same time.  Our CafePress online store offers a variety of logo products from Polo shirts, T shirts, to totes and mugs.  Show that you are part of the best NACE chapter in the country!  If you are heading to Experience 2010, be sure to order soon. 

Click here to visit theLas Vegas NACE store now.