NACE Houston Chapter

07/20/2026

🤠 H-Town Getdown is back! 🤠

We’re excited to bring together the members of NACE Houston, ILEA Houston, MPI Houston Area Chapter, and AWP Houston for one of our favorite networking events of the year!

Join us for an evening of great conversations, new connections, delicious bites, and refreshing drinks alongside hospitality and event professionals from across the city. Whether you’re reconnecting with familiar faces or introducing yourself to someone new, H-Town Getdown is all about strengthening the relationships that make our industry thrive.

Come ready to expand your network—you never know who you’ll meet or where one conversation might lead.

We’re grateful to partner with organizations that share a passion for building community, supporting one another, and creating opportunities for collaboration. Together, we’re making Houston’s hospitality industry stronger, one connection at a time.

We can’t wait to see you there! 🍻✨

🔗 Link in bio / https://nace.glueup.com/event/h-town-getdown-2026-187672/

📍 White Oak Music Hall
🚘 2915 N Main St, Houston, TX 77009
🗓️ Tuesday, August 18th
⏱️ 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm

07/17/2026

✨ TICKETS ARE LIVE! FLASH SALE THROUGH THE WEEKEND! ✨ Ticket prices increase Monday, July 20. Sponsorship packages available.

Join us for our 2026 NACE Houston Awards Gala! 🏆

This year’s theme is inspired by Hollywood’s biggest night - but not in the way you might expect.

We’re moving away from the traditional red, black, and gold palette and instead embracing color, pattern, luxurious textures, dramatic lighting, and an elevated editorial feel. Think deep plums, merlot, velvet, candlelight, and all the glamour of a LA nightclub.

This event is about more than awards - it’s about celebrating the people who make our industry extraordinary and creating an unforgettable experience worthy of the talent in this room.

🎟️ Register today!
🔗 Link in bio / https://nace.glueup.com/event/the-golden-nace-houston-awards-2026-184274/

📍 The Corinthian
🚘 202 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77002
🗓️ Tuesday, September 22nd
⏰ 5:30 pm to 11:00 pm

07/13/2026

✨REGISTRATION CLOSES TOMORROW!✨ Our July program brings back one of our most popular formats: speed networking!

Designed with structured pods to keep conversations flowing, this high-energy event makes it easy to meet a wide range of industry peers in a short amount of time.

Expect quick rounds of meaningful introductions, plenty of new connections, and a fast-paced environment built for getting the most out of your networking.

It’s always one of our highest-turnout programs — don’t miss it!

📍 The Motorclub Events
🚘 4245 Richmond Ave Suite 575, Houston, TX 77027
🗓️ Wednesday, July 15th
⏰ 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm

🎟️ Registration will close Tuesday, July 14th at 5:00 pm

🔗 Link in bio / https://nace.glueup.com/event/july-2026-program-speed-networking-181324/

✨Sponsors✨
Venue: .motorclub
Caterer:
Bar: Union Wine & Whiskey by The Retrospect Motorclub
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07/09/2026

JUNE GALLERY IS IN 🤗 full gallery available to view on our facebook / link in bio

✨Sponsors✨
Venue, caterer + bar:
Mocktails:
Rentals:
Floral:
A/V + Production: .live
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Content Creator:
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07/09/2026

07/08/2026

✨EARLY BIRD TICKETS CLOSE THIS FRIDAY!✨ Our July program brings back one of our most popular formats: speed networking!

Designed with structured pods to keep conversations flowing, this high-energy event makes it easy to meet a wide range of industry peers in a short amount of time.

Expect quick rounds of meaningful introductions, plenty of new connections, and a fast-paced environment built for getting the most out of your networking.

It’s always one of our highest-turnout programs — don’t miss it!

📍 The Motorclub Events
🚘 4245 Richmond Ave Suite 575, Houston, TX 77027
🗓️ Wednesday, July 15th
⏰ 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm

🕊️ Early bird tickets will end Friday, July 10th
🎟️ Registration will close Tuesday, July 14th

🔗 Link in bio / https://nace.glueup.com/event/july-2026-program-speed-networking-181324/

✨Sponsors✨
Venue: .motorclub
Caterer:
Bar: Union Wine & Whiskey by The Retrospect Motorclub
Photo:
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07/03/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined our 2026 NACE Houston Awards Submission Q&A Zoom! ✨🏆

We loved connecting with so many talented event and catering professionals and answering your questions about the submission process, award criteria, and how to showcase your best work from the past year.

We hope the session gave you valuable insight and confidence as you prepare your entries!

📅 Reminder: Award submissions are open through Friday, July 31 at 11:59 PM.

If you still have questions, feel free to reach out to Ashley, Director of Recognition at [email protected] — we’re excited to see all of the incredible submissions this year! 🎉

07/01/2026

✨TWO WEEKS AWAY!✨ Our July program brings back one of our most popular formats: speed networking!

Designed with structured pods to keep conversations flowing, this high-energy event makes it easy to meet a wide range of industry peers in a short amount of time.

Expect quick rounds of meaningful introductions, plenty of new connections, and a fast-paced environment built for getting the most out of your networking.

It’s always one of our highest-turnout programs — don’t miss it!

📍 The Motorclub Events
🚘 4245 Richmond Ave Suite 575, Houston, TX 77027
🗓️ Wednesday, July 15th
⏰ 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm

🕊️ Early bird tickets will end Friday, July 10th
🎟️ Registration will close Tuesday, July 14th

🔗 Link in bio / https://nace.glueup.com/event/july-2026-program-speed-networking-181324/

✨Sponsors✨
Venue: .motorclub
Caterer:
Bar: Union Wine & Whiskey by The Retrospect Motorclub
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06/30/2026

Please help us welcome our newest members to the NACE Houston chapter 💙 Welcome to the community! 🎊🎉🥳

06/30/2026

Celebrating this month’s member anniversaries 🩵 Thank you for being part of the NACE Houston community and for continuing to grow with us.

06/24/2026

Have questions about the 2025-2026 NACE Houston Awards submissions or criteria? We’re here to help! ✨

Send us your questions!
And join our scheduled Google Meet on to get all your answers 📝
🗓️ Wednesday, July 1st
⏰ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm CST

Join us for the opportunity to:
🏆 Learn more about the submission process
📋 Review award criteria
❓ Ask one-on-one questions directly with Ashley, Director of Recognition, & Renee, Immediate Past President

🎟️ RSVP with link in bio / https://nace.glueup.com/event/nace-awards-submission-info-session-185375/

We want to help you put your best submission forward, so don’t miss it!

If you’re unable to attend, please still register & we will send the recording afterwards 🤗

06/22/2026

Member Highlight 🌟 we’re excited to spotlight a leader who pours expertise and heart into our community, Samantha Gieseke, CPCE with AFR Furniture Rental.

Samantha is currently serving as our NACE Houston Chapters VP of Education. She is also the Account Executive of South Texas for AFR Furniture Rental. With 10 years’ experience as a Wedding and Event Planner, it was a smooth transition into the luxury rental business.

AFR Furniture Rental is a nationwide leader in stylish, stress‑free furniture rentals for homes, offices, events, trade shows, and home staging. With over 50 years of experience, 27 locations across the U.S., and a team of 500+, AFR is known for exceptional service, versatile design options, and beautifully curated collections that elevate any space or event. Proudly serving clients with flexibility, creativity, and a commitment to making every rental experience seamless.

🌐 Connect with AFR Furniture Rental:
Website: www.rentfurniture.com
Instagram:
Facebook: AFR Furniture Rental
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/afr-furniture-rental/

06/18/2026

Do you have an award-winning event in the catering and events industry that you’ve been wanting to share? 🏆 Now is the time!

The 2025-2026 NACE Houston Awards submissions are LIVE, and we want to see your best work from the past year! ✨

This is your opportunity to showcase the creativity, innovation, and hard work that made your event unforgettable.

📅 Award submissions are OPEN
📅 Submission deadline: Friday, July 31, 2026, at 11:59 PM

🔗 Visit link in bio for submission details, criteria, and Q&A information / https://www.nace.net/chapters/houston/awards

Should you have any questions or would like to receive example submissions for a certain category, please reach out to Ashley Marie, CPCE, the Director of Recognition at [email protected]

06/17/2026

✨TICKETS ARE LIVE!✨ Our July program brings back one of our most popular formats: speed networking!

Designed with structured pods to keep conversations flowing, this high-energy event makes it easy to meet a wide range of industry peers in a short amount of time.

Expect quick rounds of meaningful introductions, plenty of new connections, and a fast-paced environment built for getting the most out of your networking.

It’s always one of our highest-turnout programs — don’t miss it!

📍 The Motorclub Events
🚘 4245 Richmond Ave Suite 575, Houston, TX 77027
🗓️ Wednesday, July 15th
⏰ 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm

🕊️ Early bird tickets will end Friday, July 10th
🎟️ Registration will close Tuesday, July 14th

🔗 Link in bio / https://nace.glueup.com/event/july-2026-program-speed-networking-181324/

✨Sponsors✨
Venue: .motorclub
Caterer:
Bar: Union Wine & Whiskey by The Retrospect Motorclub
Dessert:
A/V:
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06/15/2026

⚡ One of our favorite member perks is spotlighting the incredible entrepreneurs in our community. Today’s feature: NXT LVL EVENT which is a brand built through grit and evolution ⚡

Here’s the story straight from the owner, Michael Vayner:

NXT LVL EVENT wasn’t built in comfort, it was built in chaos. I started in this industry with a simple photo booth and a vision to create something different. Then reality hit. We were robbed and lost everything. Not long after, Hurricane Harvey wiped out what we were trying to rebuild. And just when things started gaining momentum, COVID shut the entire events industry down.

There were plenty of moments where walking away would’ve been easier. But that was never the move.
Every setback forced me to rethink, rebuild, and come back stronger. What started as a small photo booth company had to evolve—or it wouldn’t survive. So I stopped thinking like a vendor and started thinking bigger. That’s when the shift happened.

NXT LVL EVENT was born out of that grind.
Today, we don’t just provide services—we create experiences that people actually remember. We use technology, creativity, and intention to turn events into something immersive, something real. Because at the end of the day, people don’t remember the schedule… they remember how they felt.

This business is a reflection of my journey—resilient, evolving, and built to stand out. Where Brands Become Experiences.

🌐 Connect with NXT LVL EVENT:
Website: www.nxtlvlevent.com
Instagram:
Facebook: NXT LVL EVENT
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nxtlvlevent/

06/12/2026

✨ Calling all creatives, collaborators, and event enthusiasts! ✨

The NACE Houston Awards Gala is on the horizon, and we’re looking for passionate committee members and creative partners to help bring this unforgettable celebration to life.

Want to be part of the planning process? Join our gala committee and collaborate with fellow industry professionals to create an incredible experience honoring the best of our chapter.

Interested in showcasing your talents? We’re also seeking creative partners in décor, floral, entertainment, rentals, production, photography, and more. This is your chance to contribute your expertise, connect with industry peers, and help create a night to remember.

Whether you have time, talent, services, or creative ideas to share, we’d love to have you involved. Let’s make some magic together! ✨

📩 Reach out to learn more and get involved.

SAVE THE DATE:
📍 The Corinthian
🚘 202 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77002
🗓️ Tuesday, September 22th
⏰ TBD - Evening