Catersource + The Special Event

Registration is open! Early Bird ends November 21.

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March 2 – 5, 2026
Los Angeles Convention CenterLos Angeles, CA

Event Chair

Stacy L. Failing, CSEP, CMP – Special Events Executive

With over three decades of experience in the special events industry, Stacy L. Failing is a nationally recognized leader in event production, sales, and catering management. From high-profile corporate galas and celebrity chef collaborations to large-scale international festivals, Stacy has built a distinguished career delivering world-class experiences with strategic vision and creative precision.

A Certified Special Event Professional (CSEP) and Certified Meeting Professional (CMP), Stacy is also a respected industry educator and speaker and her leadership has extended to board positions with ISES (now ILEA), where she served as San Diego Chapter President and Western Regional VP.

Known for her operational insight, creative flair, and ability to elevate every client experience, Stacy continues to shape the future of the event industry with passion, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.

Stacy is an animal rescuer and advocate often fostering litters of kittens. For fun you will see her at concerts, movies, antiquing, swap meets, dog beach, and shopping at her favorite boutiques.