Why NACE?


What are the benefits? 


  • Connect with Catering & Event Professionals in the Madison Area
  • Stay on Top of Your Game with Educational Meetings and Events 
  • Gain Insights from the Exceptional Catering and Event Services in Madison, WI
  • Employer and Job Search 
  • Future Career Options
  • Membership Savings and Discounts

how to become a member

Provided Information by NACE National

Membership in NACE gives you access to a vibrant peer and business network, ongoing education, partner benefits, and timely information on trends and innovative approaches that give you a competitive edge. Our membership rates are highly competitive and tailored to your career stage. All NACE memberships are individual. Dues include national and one local chapter membership. Additional chapters are $50 each.  For more information please email [email protected].

Corporate Individual Membership

This membership category is available to catering and event professionals who are employed by businesses with three or more NACE members at the same business address. There must be three or more members at the company at all times. Annual Individual Corporate Membership Dues: $315; $945 annually for three required memberships.

Legacy Membership

Legacy Membership allows dedicated NACE members to receive a a special dues rate and recognition for years of membership and dedication to the catering and events profession. To be eligible, members must be a current member in good standing for a minimum of 15 years and must be 60 years of age or older. | Applicants must provide proof of age (driver's license or passport) during the application process. Annual Membership Dues: $220.

Retired Membership

Retired Membership is for long-time NACE members who are fully retired and wish to continue to show their dedication and alliance with NACE. To receive this rate, you must be fully retired (receiving no income from full time, part time or occasional work or consulting), must be a member for a minimum of 15 years and a current Legacy Member. Annual dues are $55. This membership requires a special application, contact [email protected]. Annual Membership Dues: $55.



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