NETWORKING EVENTS
CONFERENCE ATTIRE
The attire for most events is business casual. Here is the suggested attire for specific functions:
Foundation Golf Tournament
The course requires all players to wear collared shirts. Denim is prohibited. All players must also adhere to a “soft spikes only” policy.
Mission Garden Tour & Salsa Challenge
All participants must wear closed toed shoes to participate. Long pants, sleeves, sunblock, and a hat are recommended. All functions will be outdoors.
Industry Networking Event
Attire is casual.
Hunger Awareness Charitable Activity
Attire is casual. Hunger Awareness t-shirts and tennis shoes are encouraged!
President’s Evening
Black tie optional.
Closing Evening Event
Attire is casual.
INNOVATION SHOWCASE – NETWORKING TABLES
Sponsors will be exhibiting on Tuesday and Wednesday of the conference to share the latest innovations in products and services. Don’t miss either opportunity to learn what’s new from key representatives.
DISTRIBUTING PUBLICATIONS AND PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS
Distribution of brochures, fact sheets, advertising, industry publications and promotional materials is not allowed during the conference except for companies participating in the official conference sponsorship program. Distribution of these materials by sponsors is allowed only within the guidelines of the sponsorship program.
SCHEDULING NON-SHFM FUNCTIONS
Events that conflict with officially sponsored SHFM events or educational programming are not allowed during the conference. This includes hospitality suites, cocktail/dinner events, special breakfasts, focus groups or similar events.
Members or non-members who violate this policy will receive the following:
- First offense, written warning and notification of the offense with information on what occurs with second or third offense.
- Second offense, loss of ability to sponsor any SHFM event or attend the national or critical issues conference.
- Third offense, loss of membership.