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.
Kawania Wooten, Owner, The Enlightened Creative and Howerton+Wooten Events
Kawania H. Wooten, CMP brings a unique mix of experience and skill to her businesses, Howerton+Wooten Events and the Enlightened Creative. Her vast experience in the hospitality industry includes hotel management, casino and gaming, the culinary industry, and 30 years as a professional meeting and event planner. Kawania strives for professionalism, creativity and impeccable organization within every function planned by Howerton+Wooten Events. She is an adjunct professor in the Hospitality, Tourism, and Culinary Arts Department at Prince Georges Community College. Kawania has authored nine wedding planning guidebooks. She is currently working on book #10. Her advice has been featured in major publications, such as the New York Times, New York Post, Refinery 29, Wall Street Journal, EBONY, Headline News, Martha Stewart, and ESSENCE magazine. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Mass Media Arts from Hampton University, and she participated in the Harvard Business School's Executive Management Program.