San Francisco/Bay Area National Association of Catering & Events

27/04/2018

Thank you Patch for sharing this story about FireProofs: Photos for Fire Victims!
We are looking forward to helping those who lost everything in the fires, next weekend at Solage, an Auberge Resort.

FireProofs: a free event for any family who lost their home or photographs in the October 2017 fires in Sonoma, Napa and neighboring areas.

26/04/2018

FireProofs: Photos for Fire Victims still has 18 spots available! Please spread the word to those you know who were affected by the wine country fires.
Thank you Lake County News for sharing this story!

NORTH COAST, Calif. – Local events industry professionals in Northern California are coming together to host a free family portrait event for victims of the 2017 wildfires.

25/04/2018

Amazing press coverage for FireProofs: Photos for Fire Victims! This event is only 11 days away, we look forward to supporting Jim Vetter Photography in his mission to help those who lost it all during the wine country fires!

Families who lost their homes or photographs in the wildfires can get new portraits taken next weekend.

18/03/2018

The Flower Mart is a HUGE part of our events world.
Sign the petition-help try to save the Flower Mart!!!

San Francisco Board of Supervisors: Don't Let The Historic Flower Market Be Destroyed For More Tech Offices

16/03/2018

Looking to join a wonderful group of industry professionals but haven't made the leap yet? Starting Monday, March 19th through April 27th you can take $100 off your Professional Member's rate using the code SPRING18! This is for all new members, or those who have allowed their membership to lapse for over a year.
Questions? Concerns? Don't hesitate to reach out to us! We're happy to help you with anything and look forward to connecting with more friendors in 2018!

26/01/2018

Hey Friends!
Our friend Phillip at
Embassy Suites San Francisco Airport-Waterfront asked for us to spread the word:
They're hiring for two new positions:
-Catering Manager
-Catering Coordinator
If you or someone you know is interested send him an email directly: [email protected]

08/12/2017

Our 2017 Gala $$$ goes to a special fund to help our friendors in need affected by the Wine Country Fires-and now these fires too. Our hearts are broken for all the devastation that is happening.
If you are a special events industry pro in need of help - please reach out to our friends at SEARCH Foundation ❤️Our hearts are with you, we will be spending 2018 raising funds to help our friends that have been touched by this tragedy ❤️

Our hearts and thoughts are with those affected by this devastating fire.

If you have anything to give, consider SEARCH Foundation. The SEARCH Foundation exists to assist special events, meetings and hospitality professionals faced with a life threatening illness or any catastrophic occurrence.
To donate: https://searchfoundation.org/donate/donate-online/
To request assistance: https://searchfoundation.org/assistance/

06/12/2017

This Gallery Includes Images taken by Jim Vetter + Misti Layne as well as the Photobooth Images from Giggle and Riot AND The Vanity Portrait Studio Images.
Don't forget to peek through them all + Tag Yourselves!

Thank you to our Sponsors:

Venue and Bar: SF Mint Through Non Plus Ultra Inc

Planning + Design: Carolyn Wilson Weddings & Events

Event Rentals: Abbey Party Rents SF | One True Love Vintage Rentals

Photography: Jim Vetter Photography & Misti Layne Photography

Catering: Carrie Dove Catering
Cheat A Little Catering | Morton's Steakhouse

Dessert Display: Culinary Eye

Lighting / Draping Production:
The Lux Productions

Linens:
Indoor: Creative Coverings Linens

Outdoor: Wildflower Linens

Photos Studio: Vanity Portrait Studio

Photobooth: Giggle and Riot

Hair + Makeup Bar: Cassandra McClure Luxury Beauty on Demand

Event Florals: Saba Decor & Rentals

Entertainment: Entire Productions

Speaker / Representative from The Search Foundation:
Patrick McMichael

Cigar Bar: Oye Productions

Media Sponsor: Today's Bride SF

Stationary: Woods & Co

Gift Bags: Swift LLC

Other Event Sponsors:

Essentia Water

Esselle SF

PartySlate.com

27/11/2017

Hey Everyone!
The SF NACE Fundraiser Gala is Days away.
We need more attendees!
I know there’s lots of other things going on Thursday but there’s no where I’d rather be than supporting our own community in providing relief to our friends that were affected by the fire.

The struggle isn’t over for those who have lost everything and are facing a hard winter & holiday season. If you can’t make it-please donate.
Every little

The recent wine country fires have been devastating for so many. We're heartbroken to see offices, homes and venues of so many of our industry friends affected or destroyed by this tragedy. We've decided to use the opportunity provided by our annual Gala to raise funds to support those in need durin...

16/11/2017

Peep the link below to read all about another one of our amazing sponsors for our 2017 gala!

Who doesn't love gorgeous vintage furniture? From sofas to picture frames One True Love Vintage Rentals provides the most beautiful pieces for any kind of event- and we are THRILLED to have them sponsor our 2017 Gala! Check out some of their gorgeous pieces below:

15/11/2017

We love The Vanity Portrait Studio and can't wait to have them at our gala taking fab photos of all of our attendees! Click the link below to find out more!

We had the pleasure of having The Vanity Portrait Studio by Colson Griffith Photography with us in May for our panel discussion at the Monroe SF and we are SO excited to announce that they will be joining us again at our gala! "The vanity portrait studio is an on-site, art-directed photo exper

11/11/2017

We can't wait for our upcoming gala! Check out our latest blog post all about our gorgeous venue: The San Francisco Mint!

Our 2017 gala is this month and we couldn't be more excited- especially for the opportunity to use this event to fundraise for all of our friendors who have been affected by the devastating wine country fires. Stay tuned as we talk about each and every sponsor-without which we wouldn't be able to h

02/10/2017

To all our friendors in Las Vegas this week for Wedding MBA: you are on our minds and we are praying for all those affected by the horrific news of last night's shooting. Sending LOVE. ❤️

We are deeply saddened by the news coming out of Vegas. Our hearts are with those who lost loved ones and friends. To our members in Vegas, your NACE family is with you! 🙏🏽

01/08/2017

Thanks to everyone for attending our July Mixer! It was so great to see everyone! Special thanks to Jerry Schultz for proving great music and a really fun photo booth!

01/08/2017

Thank you to all who attended our July event, as well as our fab sponsors:
Venue Host + Catering: The University Club of San Francisco
Linens: Napa Valley Linens
Floral Design: Calla Hill SF
Music & Photobooth: DJ Jerry Schultz/Portable Party Crew-West

(not professional photos)

06/07/2017

THANK YOU to all who were involved in our June event!
Sponsors:
Rentals:Abbey Party Rents SF
Venue + Catering: Culinary Eye Catering & Events
Bar: Bartenders Unlimited
Water: Path Water
Photos: Bárbara Jacqueline

28/06/2017

Thank you to everyone that attended our June meeting last night! John Silva from Culinary Eye Catering & Events really has us all thinking about the things that make us unique + how we can focus on bringing that into our businesses to really connect with with clients!
Thank you Culinary Eye Catering & Events for the amazing bites + hosting, Bartenders Unlimited for the libations, Path Water for keeping us hydrated, Abbey Party Rents SF for the rentals, and Bárbara Jacqueline for shooting! We can't wait to see photos!
See Everyone next month!