WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11

8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
 
Silent Auction Finale

This will be your last opportunity to bid on the silent auction. Bid high and bid often!

8:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Registration 
8:30 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.

Breakfast & Business Meeting

Sponsored by Bindi North America, David Rio Chai & Tea, illy Caffe North America, Lavazza North America, Inc., Restaurantware and Torani

Over breakfast, hear about the state of the Society, the activity of select committees and the work of our Foundation, as SHFM leadership conducts the annual business meeting.

9:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.

General Session -
Hungry for Well-being

Sponsored by Sodexo

Eve Turow-Paul, Author, Founder & Executive Director 

In a world where food is more than just sustenance, understanding the deeper motivations behind today's culinary obsessions is crucial for success in the foodservice industry. Dive into the fascinating interplay of control, community and purpose driving modern food choices. Discover how you can harness these insights to create more meaningful and engaging experiences.

You will walk away with actionable strategies to empower your customers, foster community and infuse purpose into your business. Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of the driving forces behind today's food trends and revolutionize your approach to foodservice. There has never been a more important time to work in hospitality and foodservice!

Recommended Read: Hungry: Avocado Toast, Instagram Influencers, and Our Search for Connection and Meaning by Eve Turow-Paul

11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Innovation Showcase

This will be your last chance to visit sponsors who will be exhibiting their latest innovations in products and services in a changing world. Don’t miss the opportunity to learn what’s new from key representatives.

Please be sure to show your support to our generous sponsors, who have made this conference possible, by browsing their innovations!

11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Student/Fellow Session

Off-Site Tour

Meet in the hotel lobby promptly at 10:45am.

12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Innovation Showcase Exhibitor Tear Down
12:45 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Lunch with Hunger Games Check Presentation & Showcase Awards

Sponsored by Agilysys, Kitchens To Go by Mobile Modular, Nestle Premium Waters, NGAssociates Foodservice Consultants and RC Fine Foods, Inc.

Attend this lunch featuring, the Hunger Games check presentation to Baltimore Hunger Project and the 2024 Innovation Showcase Award recipients will be announced.

2:15 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.

General Session -
Late Night With SHFM

Sponsored by The Coca-Cola Company and Guckenheimer

Amelia Ekus, Vice President of Marketing and Innovation, Guckenheimer (Moderator)
Anne Moser, Chief Operating Officer, Guckenheimer
Heather Schlesinger, Vice President of Marketing, Sodexo
Susie Weintraub, Chief Executive Officer, Envision Group at Compass Group USA
Ellen Wilson, Chief Growth Officer, Aramark Workplace Experience Group

Live from Baltimore! This final general session will feature powerful A-list executives for a candid conversation. How is this different from the executive leaders we heard from in 2023? You’ll just have to come find out! This year, we invite you to hear stories that will inspire. Join us for a dialogue about:

  • Leading through change
  • Navigating challenges and seizing opportunities
  • Preparing and shaping the future of foodservice
  • Leveraging leadership strategies to optimize team performance

4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Student/Fellow Session

The Job Search Road Map

Speaker: Carolyn Ellison, Search Consultant, UpTalent Consulting

Let's get to where you want to go. Are you ready to embark on your career journey in hospitality and food service management? Join us for "The Job Search Roadmap," a class designed to help you navigate and support your search for the right fit. In this session, we'll steer you towards finding rewarding positions that meet your unique needs by covering:

  • Mapping Out Job Opportunities: Discover effective strategies for locating job openings that align with your skills and career aspirations.
  • Navigating Recruiter Communications: Discuss the art of professional communication and how to maximize your relationship with them.
  • Interviewing with Confidence: Let's discuss today's best interview practices, from coming prepared to showcasing your best self.
  • Evaluating and Negotiating Offers: Understand how to assess job offers and negotiate terms to secure the best possible deal for everyone.
  • Crafting Winning LinkedIn Profiles and Resumes: Review resources to help you build standout LinkedIn profiles and resumes that capture employers' attention
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Committee & Board Meetings

You don’t need to be a current SHFM committee member to attend. Just sit in with the group of your choice for coffee and committee.

4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Work Catch Up Break
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President’s Evening

6:00 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.

Reception

Sponsored by elite | studio e, Instawork, ITW Food Equipment Group, RPI Industries, Inc. and Tech24

6:45 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

President’s Banquet

Sponsored by Qwick

Join us for this incredible evening with special award presentations and the passing of the gavel from 2024 President Raquel Weiss Fusco to 2025 President Shayne Varnum.

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9:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.

After-Party - SHFM Studio 45

Sponsored by Ecolab and Pilgrim’s Pride

The party is just getting started - are you ready to join us? Step into a world of glitz, glamour, and unbridled revelry as we celebrate 45 years of SHFM through the decades, SHFM "Studio 45" style. Embrace the spirit of the legendary nightclub!

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WATERFRONT WEDNESDAY

Take advantage of being on the water and step outside to explore the scenic Inner Harbor. A gentle reminder to pause and reflect on your own well-being amidst the beauty of the Baltimore Waterfront. 

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