341: Event Tech Meets Dining: How Maritz is Building Safer, Smarter Food Experiences

Imagine arriving at an event and knowing exactly what's on your plate—before you even step into the event venue. No guessing. No awkward questions. No fear of being left out. That's the vision behind Maritz 's new Event Menus. Designed to provide attendees a clear view of meal options—including key dietary restrictions and allergens—these digital menus help guests plan with confidence while making food an integrated part of the event experience. On next week's Eating at a Meeting Podcast LIVE, I'm talking with Emily Thibodeau, CMP, CITP, Vice President of Event Management, and Katie Rennegarbe, CIS , Manager of Technology Solution Design at Maritz. Together, we'll explore: ▶︎ How Event Menus are changing the way attendees interact with F&B ▶︎ Why visibility into dietary options builds trust and belonging ▶︎ How tech + hospitality can work hand-in-hand to create safer, more inclusive experiences ▶︎ What planners can learn from building accessibility into menu design from the start Emily brings her expertise in event management strategy, while Katie—deeply involved in the tech behind Event Menus—will share how Maritz brought this innovation to life. Food is one of the most human parts of an event. Let's talk about how digital solutions can make it safer, smarter, and more inclusive.