Speakers 2027
The education opportunities at Cater+Event feature presentations from more than 100 industry luminaries who have been there, done that, and are armed with content that’s trendy, thought-provoking, and always influential.
Akeshi Akinseye, Founder, Kesh Events
Akeshi Akinseye is the founder of Kesh Events, a modern hospitality tastemaker, and author of The Art of Celebrating. Named Best Wedding Planner in the World on the DWP Powerlist in 2024 and 2025, she has designed high-end celebrations for clients around the world for over 15 years. Her work has been featured in Forbes, Architectural Digest, The New York Times, People, and Essence, and seen on ABC News and WGN. She has spoken at Engage!, Coterie Retreat, WIPA, and NACE.