About SHFM Foundation

Building Bright Horizon for our Industry

The Society for Hospitality and Foodservice Management Foundation is a non-profit organization that supports higher education through scholarships and student outreach programs. It is committed to the continued growth of our vital industry, which drives productivity and morale for millions of American workers every day.  

Foundation Vision Statement

To be the philanthropic leader attracting, educating and supporting diverse talent while extending SHFM’s impact in the industry.  

Foundation Mission Statement

To develop the next generation of diverse hospitality professionals by empowering individuals through awareness, education and relationship building.

Core Values

  • Developing Students
  • Supporting Education Awareness
  • Nurturing Industry Talent
  • Fostering a Diverse Community
  • Engaging Members
  • Creating Leaders
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Foundation Bylaws

SHFM Foundation has adopted a set of SHFM Board approved bylaws by which the Foundation will operate. SHFM Foundation Bylaws

SHFM Foundation Board

The SHFM Foundation Board of Directors consists of industry leaders in Workplace Amenities and Foodservice. Our 10 Board members are volunteers elected by the SHFM membership. Board members represent all facets of our industry including a board appointed Student Board Advisor.

Please meet our Foundation Board

Chairs

  • Chair

    Amy Franks

    Workplace Experience Lead
    JLL

  • Immediate Past Chair

    Davin Wickstrom

    Director Strategic Partnerships - North American
    Vivreau Advanced Water Systems

Directors

  • Maya Dhande

    Student Board Advisor, Class of 2026
    Michigan State University

  • Joe Esteves

    Director of Retail
    Sodexo

  • Stephanie Gilbert

    Chief Commercial Officer
    Food Service Holdings

  • Nahum Goldberg

    Principal
    NGAssociates Foodservice Consultants, Inc.

  • Danielle Mason

    Director of Consultant Services
    Marra Forni

  • Matt Rigney

    Culinary Sales Manager
    Structural Concepts

  • Brad Silverstein

    Director of Employee Engagement
    Lifeworks/Aramark

  • Jessica Zucker

    Vice President of Marketing
    Eurest/Compass Group

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