About the Speaker/Moderator

With more than 18 years of experience in strategic experiential marketing, Monique Rochard blends visionary strategy with practical execution to drive business growth and ROI.

She has led teams in creating memorable events while earning executive recognition for advancing the strategic role of meeting professionals.

Her credentials include an MBA, CTSM, CMM and CMP, with expertise in strategic meetings, team leadership and customer engagement.

Originally from the Caribbean, Monique currently lives in Minnesota with her husband, three boys and a Sharpei-beagle mix.

Matchmaking Information

Attending

Executive Meeting Forum
Leadership and culture

Executive Meeting Forum

Monday, Oct 12, 2026
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM PDT
External Event, Wynn Hotel Las Vegas

Education session

English
Meet the speakers: exceeding expectations in the contemporary culinary experience
Advanced event logistics

Meet the speakers: exceeding expectations in the contemporary culinary experience

Speaker
Wednesday, Oct 14, 2026
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM PDT
Inspiration Hub, Meet the Speaker Table, B4100

Education session

English
Intermediary block - Four Seasons Welcome Reception
Exhibitor event

Intermediary block - Four Seasons Welcome Reception

IMEX
IMEX
Monday, Oct 12, 2026
05:30 PM - 07:30 PM PDT
IMEX, See description

Schedule block (intermediaries)

English
Intermediary block - Four Seasons Hosted Buyer Townhall Breakfast Meeting
Exhibitor event

Intermediary block - Four Seasons Hosted Buyer Townhall Breakfast Meeting

IMEX
IMEX
Tuesday, Oct 13, 2026
07:45 AM - 09:30 AM PDT
IMEX, See description

Schedule block (intermediaries)

English
Exceeding expectations in the contemporary culinary experience
Advanced event logistics

Exceeding expectations in the contemporary culinary experience

Speaker
Wednesday, Oct 14, 2026
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM PDT
Inspiration Hub, Ideas Theater, B4100

Education session

English

Speaker/Moderator's Sessions (2)

Session
Exceeding expectations in the contemporary culinary experience
Wednesday, Oct 14, 2026
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM PDT
Inspiration Hub, Ideas Theater, B4100

Education session

English

Explore how changing dietary preferences, growing interest in alcohol-free choices and the use of GLP-1 medications are reshaping food and beverage expectations. Discover practical ways to create more inclusive culinary experiences for a diverse, health-conscious audience. When every attendee matters, every meal matters too.

Learning outcomes:

Identify the food and beverage needs of today’s event attendees

Review your culinary strategy to support greater inclusion

Develop practical ideas for your events through an open conversation with experts

This session is approved for the following certifications.

* ICCA Skills Domain CICS/CICE: 0.75

* CMP/CEU Approved: Strategic Planning, 0.75 credits

* CSEP Approved

Session
Meet the speakers: exceeding expectations in the contemporary culinary experience
Wednesday, Oct 14, 2026
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM PDT
Inspiration Hub, Meet the Speaker Table, B4100

Education session

English

Continue the conversation with the speakers and explore how food and beverage expectations are changing. Share questions and discuss practical approaches to more inclusive culinary planning in an informal setting.