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2006 DIRECTORS' AWARD WINNERS ANNOUNCED
SFM would like to congratulate all the 2006 Directors' Award winners. During SFM's conference in Las Vegas, October 24-26, take the time to congratulate the winners for their accomplishments on behalf of SFM and the onsite industry. The members listed below will be recognized and receive their awards at the President's Luncheon on Thursday, October 26. The winner of the President's Award will be announced on-site so be sure to attend the luncheon!
Spirit Award for qualities of loyalty, dedication and enthusiasm for the Society.
Sandy Smith , Broadway Famous Party Rentals
Leadership Award for work on behalf of SFM and the industry resulting in the demonstration of outstanding leadership qualities.
Owen Moore , New York University
Richard Ysmael Distinguished Service Award for exceptional service to the onsite industry.
Debi Benedetti , Beyond the Possible
Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes a lifetime of contributions and service to the onsite foodservice industry.
Dick Cattani , Restaurant Associates
Congratulations again to all the winners who have helped make SFM what it is today!
SFM Silent Auction Program Available Online!
This year's Silent Auction is planned for Tuesday, October 24, at SFM's conference hotel, the JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa. The auction will take place from 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. during the Opening Reception and features items including industry event registrations, tickets to sporting events, vacation packages, electronics and much more!
There are so many items we encourage you to review the auction program in advance to make plans on what you would like to win! Details about the auction process and the auction program are available on SFM's website. Remember… bid high and bid often!
2006 SFM Silent Auction Program
http://www.sfm-online.org/event_pdfs/AUCTION_PACKAGES_2006.pdf
Proceeds from the Silent Auction will support the future of the industry by funding onsite specific classes at colleges and universities throughout the country.
AMBASSADORS NEEDED!
The Women's Council is organizing ambassadors for all new members and first time attendees at the national conference during their reception. We would like to invite our veteran members to be an Ambassador!
During the New Member/First-Time Attendee reception, the "ambassadors" will be assigned to a new member or conference first-timer. Your job will be to introduce them to people at the Opening Reception immediately following this event. The objectives of this program are two fold: to make the new SFMer's feel welcome and to highlight the SFM programs, networking and volunteer opportunities.
Please contact Maggie Stefanek ( MStefanek@corporatedining.com ) to participate as an SFM Ambassador.
NOVEMBER 7
SFM Women's Council LeadershipLink Webinar
What's Wrong with Thinking About What's Wrong? Merrilee Olson-Axtell, Certified Assessments Coach Online Webinar (4:00 p.m. ET, 3:00 p.m. CT, 2:00 p.m. MT, 1:00 p.m. PT)
You've probably heard this before: "That which you focus on you attract." Focus on not having enough hours in the day and you won't, focus on your own shortcomings (or the shortcomings of others) and they'll overwhelm your days with fix-it items. Thinking about what's wrong attracts more - it's simply true. Conversely, thinking about what's right does exactly the same thing — it attracts more!
How would your day be if you knew how to apply the secrets of the most vital, productive and powerful leaders? Join us to learn how to unleash the energy of strengths-based focus. Understanding your strengths can help you make better choices, be far more productive, and increase your self-confidence; the three foundations of inspiring leadership at any level.
In this webinar you will:
1. Discover resources for identifying your own strengths — and guess what, most people have no idea what their true strengths are.
2. Distinguish between skill-based strengths and innate talent-based strengths — and know why that's important.
3. Learn 3 techniques for shifting from "what's wrong thinking" to "what's right thinking."
Registration Form ( http://www.sfm-online.org/event_pdfs/LdLink_061107_RegForm_WW1.pdf )
Prefer to register online? Please visit the SFM web site to complete your registration!
NOVEMBER 13
SFM Women's Council Professional Development Workshop
ENHANCING YOUR CAREER IN A COMPETITIVE WORLD — ENJOYING COLLABORATIVE COMPETITION™ AND FORMING PACING PARTNERS™
Kathryn Mayer, KC Mayer Consulting, Inc.
New York, NY (Jacob Javits Center during the International Hotel/Motel & Restaurant Show)
This program explores a woman's mindset around competition and career development and enjoyment. The hypothesis this highly interactive session explores is that being competitive in a healthy way is critical to career advancement and that the more you can be comfortable with and enjoy competition, the more likely you will be to achieve your career goals. Kathryn Mayer shows you how to make competition an easy and playful event that will earn you respect in a hostile work environment without the stress that often creates burn-out and joylessness. You will participate in self-exploration and small group exercises and learn from research of highly successful women in competitive professions as to how they practice a new approach to competition: Collaborative Competition™ and Pacing Partners™.
Ms. Mayer's vision of competition offers clients a strategy to maximize the value of their greatest asset–human capital–to the fullest potential by building on strengths and through collaboration, developing areas that need improvement. Collaborative Competition™ is founded on the principle that competition is first and foremost an opportunity to learn, evolve and excel–and it can be an enjoyable experience. It engages individuals in competition as a collaborative experience that fosters growth and advancement as well as teamwork and company loyalty. The Collaborative Competition™ mindset shows individuals how to leverage their competitive advantage.
*** Receive a complimentary registration to the IH/M&RS Show
when you register for the SFM Women's Council Workshop***
Registration Form (http://www.sfm-online.org/event_pdfs/061113_Javits_Reg_Form1.pdf)
Online registration for this event is available at the SFM web site . Register today to secure your spot!
NOVEMBER 13
INTERNATIONAL HOTEL/MOTEL & RESTAURANT SHOW and INDUSTRY NETWORKING RECEPTION
New York, NY (Jacob Javits Center and Naples 45)
Don't miss the opportunity to network with your fellow SFM and onsite industry professionals. Once again SFM will offer a hospitality suite at IH/MR&S in New York City on Monday, November 13. The SFM Hospitality Suite is located in Room D301, across from the M. Tucker Booth and Hobart-Traulsen will be providing lunch. This is a great opportunity to meet and socialize with your industry peers during the trade show.
While attending the show, don't forget to register for the Industry Networking Reception held at Naples 45 on November 13. Presented by eight foodservice organizations, including SFM, this event typically attracts over 300 attendees. Network with leading corporate and healthcare foodservice professionals, dealers, consultants and manufacturer's representatives.
Advance registration is available and space is limited, so purchase your tickets today and save! A printable PDF registration form is available by clicking here (http://www.sfm-online.org/event_pdfs/Naples_Reg_06.pdf). You may also register online by visiting the SFM web site . We hope to see you there!
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DECEMBER 12
STATE of the ART HOLIDAY PARTY
New York, NY (Rubin Museum of Art)
On December 12, SFM will be hosting its SFM Holiday Networking Party at the Rubin Art Museum. While networking with your fellow SFM members, enjoy the magnificent artwork on display. Don't miss this opportunity to kick-off the holiday season in state-of-the-art surroundings and fabulous company!
Registration will open at 5:30 PM. Tickets are $80 if you register by December 1st. Registration forms can be downloaded by visiting http://www.sfm online.org/event_pdfs/2006_SFM_Holiday_Application_Form.pdf .
Visit the SFM web site for more information and to sign-up online. Register today!
IT'S DUES RENEWAL TIME!
By now, most of you should have received your SFM 2007 Dues Renewal Notice in the mail. You can either pay your dues by returning the Dues Renewal Notice with your payment or renew your membership online. Once you receive your notice, renew right away so there is no lapse in your SFM member benefits such as...
If you have any questions about your SFM membership, please contact Member Services at sfm@hqtrs.com or (502) 583-3783.
ASSOCIATION NEWS: SFM Welcomes Kurstey Prewitt!
SFM is pleased to announce the addition of Kurstey Prewitt as SFM's new Director of Member Services. Before joining SFM, Kurstey was the Account Payables Manager with the FSA Group. She resides in Louisville, KY with her daughter Sydney. You'll be able to meet Kurstey in a few days at the SFM National Conference in October!
INDUSTRY NEWS
MenuDirections Conference set for 2007
FoodService Director magazine has set the dates and location for its fifth annual MenuDirections Conference, the non-commercial foodservice market's premier event for foodservice operators and menu planners in all segments.
MenuDirections will be held in Phoenix at the Sheraton Crescent Hotel from Sunday, March 25 to Tuesday, March 27, 2007. It's the only conference focusing exclusively on menu development in colleges, healthcare, schools and corporate dining.
The recurring theme of the conference, which has a registration fee of $249, is "The Ingredients for a Profitable Menu." MenuDirections will again blend general sessions, interactive workshops, panel discussions and networking opportunities in addressing the ingredients, which have included Consumer Trends, Portability, Menu Design, Health & Wellness, and Back of House Innovation.
Mark your calendar today! For pre-registration details, call Kate Grantham at (312) 456-8816. And watch for additional details in FSD and at www.FSDmag.com.
MEMBER NEWS
Innovative Hospitality Solutions, Inc.
Gary Gunderson, Past President of the Society for Foodservice Management and 2004 Silver Plate recipient, and Matt Mundok, his former Director of Business Services at MBNA America Bank, have founded Innovative Hospitality Solutions, Inc. (IHS). IHS is a foodservice consulting firm providing management advisory and design services solutions to the on-site foodservice segment. The company's primary market is corporate, college and university, health care and conference center foodservice.
SFM MEMBER and INDUSTRY NEWS
If you have any news that you would like to share with your fellow SFM members, please email the information to mrichie@hqtrs.com . Appropriate items include project and facility announcements, promotions, recent industry awards, speaking engagements, etc. Photographs are encouraged!
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NEW MEMBERS IN SEPTEMBER
ACTIVE MEMBERS Patricia Bamford David Benda Marc Bruno Charles Caldwell Thomas Cason Janette Choate Elizabeth Gay Gary Hooker Matt Judice
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Stephen McKee Conference Management Specialist Comptroller of The Currency Washington, DC James Paladenic Raymond Pingree Barbara Rooney Holly Segur Donald Sheneman Virgil Thomas Christine Thorsen Fred Vinzant Cary Wheeland |
ASSOCIATE MEMBERS
George Campise Allison DiAlberto Jeffrey Webb Dave Weidner |
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
OCTOBER
24-26
SFM 2006 National Conference
JW Marriott
Las Vegas, Nevada
Register Online!
NOVEMBER
7
LeadershipLink Webinar
What's Wrong with Thinking About What's Wrong?
Online Webinar
Registration Form
12-14
International Hotel/Motel and Restaurant Show
Jacob Javits Convention Center
New York, NY
13
SFM Women's Council Professional Development Workshop
Enhancing Your Career in a Competitive World - Enjoying Collaborative Competition™ and Forming Pacing Partners™
Jacob Javits Convention Center
New York, NY
Registration Form
Sponsorship Application
13
Industry Networking Reception at IHMRS
Naples45
New York, NY
Registration Form
DECEMBER
12
Holiday Party
Rubin Museum of Art
New York, NY
Registration Form
JANUARY 2007
January 28-February 1
catersource Annual Conference & Tradeshow
Rio Hotel
Las Vegas, NV
MARCH
25-27
MenuDirections Conference
Sheraton Crescent Hotel
Phoenix, AZ
FastFacts SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
For the fourth year, SFM is offering sponsorships in FastFacts . Distributed via email every month to SFM members, FastFacts is a great way to keep your company name in front of the on-site industry's decision makers. Sponsor monthly or save by committing to a full year. Space is provided for your color logo, link to company website and slogan. Contact Maria Richie at SFM for information on sponsoring future issues at mrichie@hqtrs.com or call 502/583-3783 ext. 247.
FastFacts Sponsorship Information
For additional information on SFM or any items mentioned in FastFacts , contact:
Society for Foodservice Management
304 West Liberty Street, Suite 201
Louisville, KY 40202
502/583-3783
fax: 502/589-3602
sfm@hqtrs.com
www.sfm-online.org
