in focus
By Lydia Freudenberg
Plates, Programming and Postponing WACC postpones Taste of Westerville and transitions to virtual events
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he 17th annual Taste of Westerville was set to feature a brand-new VIP experience. Known for its delicious culinary offerings and amazing networking opportunities, this event is a staple in the community and the Westerville Area Chamber of Commerce wanted to heighten its reach through a VIP experience that would give attendees an exciting, personal experience. “Who doesn’t want to feel special?” says WACC Events Manger Courtney Bailey. “It’s just a new element for fun for the event.” However, even VIPs have to abide by the COVID-19 quarantine guidelines. Taste of Westerville is postponed, a new date not yet specified. “We are definitely sensitive to the impact that all of the COVID-19 measures have had an our restaurant industry,” Bailey says. “We will look at our program and
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the (Taste of Westerville) event overall in the way that is most beneficial to all of these folks.” For now, the Chamber is focused on being as active as possible online. “We are currently hosting Coffee & Conversations, virtual information sessions with varying topics as many of them relate
to COVID-19,” Bailey says. “Our Women in Business committee will replace one of their luncheons with a virtual session centered on mindfulness and body awareness.” For all the responsibility the Chamber has, there have been a lot of challenges to overcome when transitioning to virtual meetings and events.
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