has anyone ever taken a provider to a social event as your "date". if so, how did it go? did anyone recognize her as a provider?l

....office Xmas party a couple of years ago.  
She was a tall statuesque buxom blonde beauty and it was fairly obvious that she was way out of my coworkers league. Most guests surmised that something was a bit off about the two of them, but what made matters worse was that she began passing out her agencies business card during the evening. I felt so bad for the guy. He never did hear the end of that one

Definitely a social event -  

Was with a long time client at a work related dinner.   It was an amazing evening. I fully suspect that the potential investors could assume the nature of our relationship, but nonetheless they were respectful and fully included me in the general conversation.  

I could not agree more to this. The perfect women (provider) is extremely important to any work event, dinner, play, etc. A clinet that has met with her before had good times with her. Talked to her and gotten to know a little about who she is and her attiude and personality. Hope this helps.

A family wedding at that !
Part of it went well, part of it was a nightmare...

events, dinners, Christmas parties, New years, lunch and other social events with different gentleman. I don't show my face anyways, I dress for the occasion, classy and discreet. I can talk about many subjects since I am a well educated person.  
Before the event I like to have clear of when and how we meet. I dont use my work name... not my real name but we make up something.  
Never had an issue, and would EVER EVER pass a business cards to other people. I get pay for my company and MY DISCRETION~

If your purpose is just to have someone along you might have fun with, sounds okay.

Taking one to a family Thanksgiving Dinner. The funny thing about this is that she wanted to go with me. She has her own Thanksgiving Dinner with her family. But she wanted to go to mine instead. All I can say, "She's Awesome!"  

According to the legal fiction, that is exactly the purpose of an escort.

It was a great night! Just like a date, without all the complications of when you are going to call!  
I don't think anyone recognized me, as I had just barely started in the biz. But we carried on like two people enjoying themselves during a date; we laughed and talked all night. We had great conversation when we were near each other. He felt comfortable leaving me to talk with his co-workers, because he knew that I could hold intelligent conversation, and that I wouldn't do anything stupid. I laughed and joked with everyone. I made myself comfortable there so that he wouldn't have to feel like I was intimidated, and stay next to my side the whole time. He knew I was fine with him walking away to chat with other folks.
If the lady is dressed appropriately (which I was), has etiquette and charm (which I do), and can float and flit with the crowd, it shouldn't be a problem.  
He was thrilled with the evening, saying that it went even better than he expected it would. It was fun, and I would do it again in a heartbeat, if asked.

I have always enjoyed going to the various social functions with my dates.  I've attended conferences, Christmas parties, dinner functions, family events, of course socially one on one.  

Good story; too close too home!

I'm pretty new but I've been in all situations once or more.  Never recognized because I never post face pictures & very discreet In public/ no PDA. When asked how we met,  A simple "online" worked every time. We respected boundaries always & let the passion for the night build up. Although once we did have sex in public, we kept our discreet relationship guarded while in public. Always dressed sexy but very modest  not to bring more than normal attention to myself. Always a fun time meeting outside of the bedroom to build anticipation for an amazing bedroom showdown.

Lady in the streets, freak in the sheets. That rhymes better. Don't ask me what rapper or anything, that's all I can pretend to know.

A favorite of mine had me escort her to her friend's wedding.  

and at the gala dinner, a young, strikingly dressed woman seated at the head table was introduced as the escort of one of the dignitaries.  

Funny story Hannah!! Sounds like it was a fun filled night, and that you have great connections with these guys.  
And yes, you are thinking of Usher's song, 'Yeah'.......lady in the streets, but a freak in the bed. I think that is how we should all be, right? Don't make us look bad. As you said, you can dress to impress, turn heads, but not be obvious or slutty.
Bravo to you!!!

It has always worked out very well, and the ladies seem to like it. They look forward to the next event! It obviously makes them feel special knowing the trust you place with them. Pleasurable experiences tend to repeat themselves, and that goes both ways. The dividends are many!

Why not find a new ATF, asap?

As an authentic Geisha from Japan, I do a lot of those social companionship type of work even here in the USA.

If you're taking an escort to a public event where there is little chance you will run into someone you know (concert, baseball game, sheep-shearing, pumpkin-tossing, etc.), then its perfectly fine.  If you're talking about taking one to your company Christmas party, or your boss' retirement party, you should only do it if you don't care whether you work there anymore, or not.

I think you have to tell the story!

It didn't cost me anything to take her to my Thanksgiving party. I didn't have to pay her to go with me. She just wanted to go and have fun. She's such a sweetheart.