Program Tickets

MARCH

EDUCATION - The Art of Luxury Marketing - Satterfield Group

D’Vine Cuisine

NACE BCS Educational dinner with Satterfield Group, a luxury marketing boutique agency

Where Storytelling Meets Strategy: Transforming Brands Through Creativity and Expertise

 For over 18 years, we have been redefining how businesses tell their stories, shaping brand identities that resonate and drive success. Combining unmatched real-world experience with the agility of a boutique agency, we deliver strategic solutions that elevate branding, advertising, and communications. Our team transforms visions into impactful, results-driven narratives, setting your brand on a trajectory toward lasting impact and growth.

From luxury to legacy, we craft impactful narratives through events, product innovation, retail design, and beyond.

Brand Strategy & Consulting: 

Shaping your brand’s identity and guiding your vision.

Event Marketing & Experiential Design: 

Bringing your story to life through unforgettable experiences.

Product Design & Development: 

From concept to creation, turning ideas into reality.

Retail & Environmental Design: 

Elevating spaces to captivate and convert.

Content Marketing & Storytelling: 

Building narratives that resonate across platforms.
🗓 Date:  Tuesday, March 25, 2025
📍 Location: D’Vine Cuisine, Downtown Bryan, Texas
⏰ Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Tickets include a delicious dinner catered by D’Vine Cuisine
🎟 Members: $59 | Students: $49
🎟 Future Members: $75

Cash Bar by Starlight Bartending Available


APRIL

HAPPY HOUR - Join us for casual networking

HILTON

Local Networking Happy Hour near me in College Station, Texas for NACE BCS at The Hilton for catering and hospitality

Happy Hour at the Hilton!

🗓 Date:  Tuesday, April 22, 2025
📍 Location: Hilton
⏰ Time: Evening hours coming soon!
Ticket details coming soon!
🎟 Members/Students:
🎟 Future Members:


PAST PROGRAMS

FEBRUARY

EDUCATION - The Blueprint to Team Success: Building Strong Foundations

TRADITIONS CLUB

Event Title: The Blueprint to Team Success: Building Strong Foundations

This dynamic session explores the essential elements that transform ordinary groups into high-performing teams. Through interactive exercises and meaningful discussions, you will discover the key ingredients of successful team development, including trust-building, effective communication, and collaborative problem-solving. 

Whether you're a new leader or a seasoned professional, you'll gain practical insights and actionable strategies to foster a more cohesive, motivated, and productive team environment that drives sustainable success.

 Big thanks to Christine Gravelle, Ph.D., Director, Center for Executive Development at Texas A&M University for leading this Lunch and Learn

mays.tamu.edu/directory/christine-gravelle/


🗓 Date:  Tuesday, February 25, 2025
📍 Location: Traditions Club
⏰ Time: 11:15 AM - 1:30 PM

Please note the activities for this hands-on lunch and learn will begin promptly at 11:45 am. Please arrive on-time to give yourself time to check-in and grab lunch quickly! This will be a jam-packed session you won't want to miss!

Tickets include a delicious in-house wrap + chips/soup + tea, water or soft drink:
🎟 Members/Students: $40
🎟 Future Members: $50


JANUARY

EDUCATION - STRESS MANAGEMENT

THE REC - ON A&M CAMPUS

Event Title: Education - Stress Management

Date: Tuesday, January 28,, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Location: The Rec - On Texas A&M Campus
Time: 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

  • Ticket Pricing:

    • Member/Student Ticket: 40

    • Future Member Ticket: 50


DECEMBER

NETWORKING HOLIDAY PARTY

College Station Icon - Dixie Chicken

Event Title: NETWORKING HOLIDAY PARTY - Christmas Sweater Themed

Date: Tuesday, December 16,, 5:30 - 8:30 pm
Location: The Dixie Chicken
Time: 5:30 - 8:30 PM

  • Ticket Pricing:

    • Member/Student Ticket: 15/10

    • Future Member Ticket: 20


NOVEMBER

CO-WORKING BRUNCH

UPTOWN BRUNCH + HARVEST COFFEE

Event Title: CO-WORKING DAY

Date: MONDAY, November 11, 2024 - 11:00 - 1:00 pm
Location: 910 William D. Fitch Pkwy Suite 100, College Station, TX 77845

Time: 11:00 - 1:00 pm

  • Whether you have the day off for Veterans Day, or looking for some company as you check boxes on your to-do list, come join us for a co-working brunch from 11 am - 1 pm.

  • Tickets include one coffee or tea of choice.

  • Uptown Brunch will be open for those that wish to order lunch or pastries to graze on as you work.

  • Ticket Pricing:

    • Member/Student Ticket: $10

    • Future Member Ticket: $12

    Don't miss this chance to work alongside catering and events hospitality pros, and support an amazing local business with their fabulous coffee and NOLA inspired food options!


Networking event with NACE B/CS at Brewery in Downtown Bryan, Texas

OCTOBER

NETWORKING + BOARD ELECTIONS

BLACKWATER DRAW BREWING CO.

Event Title: NETWORKING + BOARD ELECTIONS

Date: Tuesday, October 22nd
Location: Blackwater Draw Brewing Co., 701 N. Main St., Bryan, Texas 77803
Time: 5:30 - 7:30 PM

  • Join us for an evening of networking designed to help you expand your professional connections and build meaningful relationships. Whether you're a seasoned member or a student, this is a great opportunity to meet new faces, share ideas, and network in a structured yet relaxed environment.

  • We will also be conducting our Board Elections for 2025.

  • Tickets include light bites sponsored by D’vine Cuisine

    Ticket Pricing:

    • Member/Student Ticket: $35

    • Future Member Ticket: $40

    Don't miss this chance to join our growing community of Catering, Events and Hospitality professionals!


SEPTEMBER

SPEED NETWORKING

MIRAMONT COUNTRY CLUB

Event Title: Speed Networking Luncheon

Date: Tuesday, September 24th
Location: Miramont Country Club
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

  • Join us for a dynamic speed networking luncheon designed to help you expand your professional connections and build meaningful relationships. Whether you're a seasoned member or a student, this is a great opportunity to meet new faces, share ideas, and network in a structured yet relaxed environment.

    Event Schedule:

    • 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM: Arrival & Open Networking

    • 12:00 PM: Lunch & Speed Networking Begins

    • 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM: Additional Networking

    Ticket Pricing:

    • Member/Student Ticket: $40

    • Future Member Ticket: $50

    Don't miss this chance to grow your network while enjoying a delicious lunch!


AUGUST

NETWORKING

REVEILLE, THE ROOFTOP BAR AT THE HILTON

When: Tuesday, August 27, 5:30 - 7:30 pm

  • WHERE: Social Time @ Reveille, The Rooftop Bar at The Hilton

  • NETWORKING

  • Ticket includes bits and 2 drink tickets per person, additional non-alcoholic or alcoholic beverages available for cash bar

    $30 Members |  $35 Future Members



JULY

EDUCATION

OUR LOCAL NACE WILL BE SKIPPING THIS MONTH TO SUPPORT THE NATIONAL NACE EXPERIENCE

When: JULY 21-23

  • WHERE: DENVER, COLORADO

  • Join us at the Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel July 21-23, 2024

    Dive into the heart of Denver, enveloping yourself in the vibrant atmosphere within the Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel and beyond its walls. Situated in proximity to the renowned 16th Street Mall and the historically rich Larimer Square, this establishment invites you to explore the cultural tapestry of the city.

    Engaging in Experience means immersing yourself in education that adds value to your professional journey.

    Here's a glimpse of what awaits you:

    • Unveiling the latest trends in the dynamic catering and events industry

    • Networking with influential decision-makers and like-minded professionals

    • Opening doors to exciting new products, services, and meaningful connections

    The NACE Experience Conference for Catering and Events offers unmatched opportunities to meet and network with the brightest minds in the industry, discover the newest trends moving the industry, and learn from experts in sessions that enhance skills, grow businesses, and advance careers.


JUNE

NETWORKING

THE BOARD ROOM AT LAKE WALK

When: Tuesday, June 25, 5:30 - 7:30 pm

  • WHERE: The Board Room by Graze & Gala at Lake Walk

    4115 LAKE ATLAS DRIVE, STE. #330 BRYAN, TX 77807

  • NETWORKING

  • Ticket includes charcuterie and glass of wine, additional wine available for cash bar


MAY

LUNCH & LEARN

EMBASSY SUITES HOTEL

When: Tuesday, May 28 | 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

  • WHERE: Embassy Suites Hotel, College Station, Texas

  • Education | Join us as Will Hayes educates us all on Financial Planning

  • Lunch Provided


Hospitality, catering and events networking at 1791, whiskey bar at the George

APRIL

EVENING NETWORKING

1791, WHISKEY BAR

When: Tuesday, April 23 | 5:30-7:30 pm

  • Where: 1791 Whiskey Bar at The George

  • Networking

  • Lite bites + Door Prize Entry included in tickets


FEBRUARY NETWORKING PROGRAM

  • When: Tuesday, February 27th | 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

  • Where: Maria Texas Kitchen, 1551 Greens Prairie Road West, Suite 100, College Station, Texas 77845

  • Networking

  • Lite Bites, One Drink Ticket for One Cocktail or Non-Alcoholic Beverage