By Natalie DedasMembership, Marketing and Event Manager As we wrap up an unforgettable 2024, the Society for Hospitality and Foodservice Management (SHFM) has a lot to celebrate after a year of outstanding achievements and milestones. From record-breaking attendance to expanding its reach to students and strengthening its sponsorship base, SHFM has had an incredible year […]

As the holiday season approaches, companies have a unique opportunity to spread joy and make a meaningful impact in their communities. Whether it’s organizing toy drives, creating engaging experiences for employees, or offering avenues for charitable donations, your company has numerous opportunities to give back and embrace the festive spirit. Here are five impactful ways […]

Francisco (Quico) Munoz Food Service Coordinator World Bank Group You didn’t start your career in the hospitality industry, what drew you to it and ultimately to Workplace Hospitality? I began my career in the client servicing industry, focusing on marketing and events back home in the Philippines. I had the privilege of working closely with […]

By Lauren Hassinger I was first introduced to SHFM through Michigan State University’s student chapter in hopes to find others with a passion for food. Through access to SHFM’s networking events including the National Conference and YPC/CIC, I quickly learned foodservice is not only restaurants, but also contract foodservice and workplace hospitality. During my first […]

Impact: the force of impression of one thing on another; a significant or major effect Often times we receive letters from the service members who receive our care packages, and they share the impact they have on the folks deployed far from home, especially those who have no home support system. Here are a few of […]

How long does it take, what happens when it gets there, and just who gets these packages? There are basically two ways to send a box of home. Our team collects individual names and addresses of deployed service members and forwards them to SHFM members or friends who’d like to send an individual box with […]

Ok, so you’ve raised your hand indicating you’d like to send a “box o goodies” to a deployed military member, what happens next? There are a couple ways to participate. You can become a part of a larger group that assembles Care Packages in a home or in an office.  Many larger teams have set […]

The annual SHFM National Conference features a hunger awareness activity that is filled with camaraderie, competition and community service. Hunger Games has become a staple for attendees, blending entertainment with the profound purpose of combating hunger in our local communities. Over the years, the unwavering commitment of SHFM members has driven us to raise over […]

In today’s fast-paced work environment, organizations are exploring innovative strategies to enhance employee productivity and satisfaction. A study by Gettysburg College reveals that the average person spends approximately 90,000 hours at work throughout their lifetime, equivalent to one-third of their life. “We spend a lot of time at work, and it really affects people’s general […]