{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"341: Event Tech Meets Dining: How Maritz is Building Safer, Smarter Food Experiences","description":"Imagine arriving at an event and knowing exactly what\u2019s on your plate\u2014before you even step into the event venue. No guessing. No awkward questions. No fear of being left out. That\u2019s the vision behind Maritz \u2019s new Event Menus. Designed to provide attendees a clear view of meal options\u2014including key dietary restrictions and allergens\u2014these digital menus help guests plan with confidence while making food an integrated part of the event experience. On next week\u2019s Eating at a Meeting Podcast LIVE, I\u2019m talking with Emily Thibodeau, CMP, CITP, Vice President of Event Management, and Katie Rennegarbe, CIS , Manager of Technology Solution Design at Maritz. Together, we\u2019ll explore: \u25b6\ufe0e How Event Menus are changing the way attendees interact with F&B \u25b6\ufe0e Why visibility into dietary options builds trust and belonging \u25b6\ufe0e How tech + hospitality can work hand-in-hand to create safer, more inclusive experiences \u25b6\ufe0e What planners can learn from building accessibility into menu design from the start Emily brings her expertise in event management strategy, while Katie\u2014deeply involved in the tech behind Event Menus\u2014will share how Maritz brought this innovation to life. Food is one of the most human parts of an event. Let\u2019s talk about how digital solutions can make it safer, smarter, and more inclusive. ","author_name":"Eating at a Meeting","author_url":"https:\/\/www.eatingatameeting.com\/","html":"