The Road to Miami: Prepping for Catersource: How to Make the Most Out of Attending

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The Road to Miami: Prepping for Catersource: How to Make the Most Out of Attending

As we gear up for Catersource 2019 in beautiful, historic New Orleans, we can’t help but to reflect on the reason for the (conference) season – continuing education, putting in the coveted face time with your partners, and making industry connections. For the catering industry, this is the must-see event of the year, and the benefits are immeasurable.

With any conference, it’s crucial that you take the time to prepare, whether that’s packing the essentials or simply doing your research on the featured exhibits.

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How to Choose the Right GPO for Your Catering Business

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How to Choose the Right GPO for Your Catering Business

Joining a group purchasing organization (GPO) is a smart move for any caterer looking to cut costs without sacrificing the quality of inventory.

If you’re not familiar with GPOs, here’s a brief rundown of what they are and the benefits of membership. As its name describes, a group purchasing organization is a group of industry professionals that come together to increase buying power when making purchases. This concept isn’t specific to the catering and events industry — in fact, GPOs started out in healthcare before making their way to foodservice and hospitality among other industries.

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The Importance of Coordinating with Your Fellow Vendors

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The Importance of Coordinating with Your Fellow Vendors

Vendor relationships are a powerful channel to transform your business and enhance your client experience. The better an event team works, the more successful an event will be — it’s as simple as that. When there is discord between vendors, there will likely be difficulties in the planning process.

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3 Creative Categories to Consider to Save Money on Food

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3 Creative Categories to Consider to Save Money on Food

As we dive head-first into February, we’re continuing to see a primary focus on fresh ingredients and creative menus. However, as our clients become more experiential in how they approach food and beverage, it can leave those in the catering industry wondering how they’ll be able to afford to keep up. However, the demand for innovation and sophisticated palates doesn’t necessarily mean we need to splurge at every turn. In fact, there are quite a number of ways to creatively cut costs while still delivering the quality food that clients are seeking.

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