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IN THIS ISSUE
FCSI On Tap
BizEssentials
Conference 2022
Membership News
Industry News
Quick Links
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A Strategic Plan for FCSI |
After two long years of lockdowns, border closings and travel bans, I am pleased to finally share that the Worldwide Board is moving forward with a full strategic planning session. This strategic planning session was originally an initiative brought forward by Bill Caruso at the beginning of his Presidency in 2020. Representatives and administrators from each division are tentatively scheduled to meet in London this summer to review very important structural and procedural items that impact the worldwide organization as well as the three divisions.
The goal of the strategic planning session is to further align the divisions and discuss important topics including: professional standards and membership qualifications, ethics and professional conduct, certifications, governing laws and affiliation agreements, and operational and financial transparency. We will also be meeting with our partners at Progressive Content to further review their portfolio of products, which include the magazine and digital initiatives being worked on for FCSI.
While the session may be a bit overdue because of the unforeseen circumstances we all have had to face over the last two years, the entire Worldwide Board and divisional administrators are very excited to finally be able to meet face-to-face for this meeting which will give us all a great opportunity to discuss issues, challenges, and opportunities for the Society. The results of this meeting will allow the Worldwide and Divisional Boards to chart a clearer path forward with obtainable goals for our organization.
As part of our preparation for the strategic planning session, we want to hear from you, the members. Please feel free to contact me directly at eric@clevengerassoc.com or Wade Koehler at FCSI The Americas headquarters at wade@fcsi.org. We would be interested to hear feedback and any recommendations in regards to the magazine, website, mobile app, or any other comments or concerns you may have.
--Eric Norman, FCSI
Chair, The Americas
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Join Wade and Friends for Season 3!
On Tap presented by FCSI The Americas returned for its new season on January 3. This season's guests include many longtime FCSI members and a few new faces.
Check out the new On Tap website to view the newest season and rewatch episodes from Season 1 and Season 2.
February Guests
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BizEssentials Webinar
Wednesday, March 16 @ 3pm ET
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LEED and the Foodservice Professional
Presented by Pam Eaton, FCSI, LEED AP BC+D
Join us for a review and discussion of LEED accreditation, certification and Foodservice Facility contributions. The webinar will begin with an overview of the many LEED AP accreditation options (plus WELL) and a discussion of the knowledge required and the test.
This will lead into a review of the various certification options for buildings and how foodservice facilities can contribute points within the different tracks. We will finish up by discussing how a LEED AP credential can support a FS Professional, and how, we, both as individuals and an association, can better educate the architectural community about how FS design can contribute to the sustainability of a facility even if there are not specific LEED points available. A question and answer period will be planned for the end of the webinar.
FCSI consultant members earn 1 CEU credit for each BizEssentials webinar.
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2022 Conference
Montreal, Quebec | April 21-23, 2022
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This year's program is full of sessions of interest to all FCSI members!
Our conference opens this year with a keynote address on the future of foodservice from Mike Lee.
Mike will examine the consumer behaviors and innovations that are shaping the Future of Food, and their implications on foodservice businesses today and tomorrow.
The Future Market tracks 16 macro trends in food that are disrupting every part of the supply chain, from farm to fork. We will explore a selection of the most salient trends that are shaping how foodservice producers and consumers will need to operate into the next decade. We will also examine the mindset of 21st century eaters and how their needs and values are shaping our food landscape. Using the three key value lenses of the 21st Century Eater—experience, sustainability, and health–we will explore what the future of food and foodservice might look like and how companies need to use logic, emotion, storytelling, experience, and flavor to create the foodservice experiences of the future to serve increasingly demanding eaters.
More information about the conference, including session descriptions, registration, and hotel information is available at http://fcsita.org.
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Early Bird Registration Extended to March 15!
Hurry to get the best rate for your conference registration!
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Calling All Revit Experts!
We are excited to offering a Revit Think Tank during the conference this year. We want to hear from you if will be at the event and want to volunteer for a shift (or multiple shifts!) to share your REVIT expertise with other attendees.
No pressure - you don't have to prepare or present anything! Volunteers will be in the Revit Room to answer questions, provide insight, share experiences and offer creative solutions.
Please email Penny by Friday, March 4th to indicate your interest in volunteering. Once all volunteers have been identified, we will send out a signup sheet for you to confirm your preferred shifts. Shifts will be available April 22 and 23 from 10am - 3pm.
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We'll Keep You Informed on the Latest Travel Information for Montreal
Keep an eye out for video updates about the latest policies and requirements for travel to and from Conference this year. Check out our first installment!
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Thank you to our current sponsors! |
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Associate Members
Paul Ballester, Central Kitchen Peru
Student Member
Lindsay Devenbeck, FAMU
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In Memory -- Jonathan Neil Marshall |
Long-time FCSI member Jonathan Neil Marshall, FCSI, passed away January 15th, 2022, in his hometown of Burlingame, California.
Jon served his country during the Vietnam War, and upon his return joined his brother in their family’s business, The Marshall Associates, Inc. He began a long and enjoyable road of designing commercial kitchens and building lifelong friendships for over 45 years. Before retiring in 2012, he happily spent his last working years showing his daughter Stacey her way around a kitchen design. His favorite thing to do during that time was likely his many lunches shared with his daughter.
Condolences to the family and a full obituary is available at here.
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In Memory -- Gerhard Franzen FFCSI (EM) |
Gerhard Franzen, honorary president and one of the founding members of FCSI Germany-Austria, passed away January 28 at the age of 79. With his passing, the industry loses an expert and advisor who provided great services to the hospitality industry in Germany in a wide variety of roles.
Franzen devoted himself to professional training and examinations with great vigor in order to improve the quality of educational opportunities. He succeeded in ensuring that chefs in their third year of training in the Saarland received inter-company instruction in order to improve their skills. Promoting good young talent that would have a major impact on the industry was always a concern for the Belgian-born Franzen.
An international mindset fired his commitment to FCSI. He recognized at an early stage that the future of consultants and kitchen planners for the hospitality industry depended on thinking outside the box and beyond national borders. Therefore, it was a trendsetting step for him to lead the former association B.I.G./Consultants in the Hospitality Industry onto the international stage. FCSI was the right platform for his vision. The worldwide association of catering planners and consultants is the only institution with more than 1,400 members in over 40 countries that has earned a high reputation in the industry with high standards and its own code of honor.
After the founding of FCSI Germany/Austria, his advice quickly became internationally demanded. As European treasurer of the FCSI, he knew how to assert himself and always kept his eye on the budget. With great enthusiasm he organized three European conferences in Vienna, Berlin and Prague. His appearance as Father Christmas with a saxophone at the Vienna Congress in 2003, for which he had taken lessons on this instrument, remains legendary.
Franzen was awarded the greatest honor that the FCSI has to bestow. He was appointed to the Council of Fellows, which also includes his old companions such as worldwide presidents Scott D. Legge FFCSI (2000 – 2002) and Albert Da Costa FFCSI (2002 – 2004), with whom he remained close until his death.
You can read more about Gerhard Franzen here.
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Join the FCSI Educational Foundation Board of Directors |
Have you ever thought about taking a leadership role in FCSI? Well, here is your chance!
The FCSI Educational Foundation is seeking interested consultant members to join its board of directors. The Foundation is in a rebuilding mode and this is a great opportunity to get in on the ground floor of significant change within the organization.
The requirements are simple: one hour-long Zoom call a month and one face-to-face board meeting each year. Airfare, hotel accommodations and meals are provided.
If you are interested, please send a message to Greg Jewell, organization administrator, at gregj@fcsief.org.
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The FCSI The Americas Membership Committee Needs You |
Are you a Professional Member looking for a way to give back to FCSI? Volunteer to serve as a member of the FCSI The Americas membership committee. The committee requires a total time commitment of approximately 10 hours per year. Service on an FCSI committee also earns 3 CEU credits.
Contact Penny to learn more about the committee and to volunteer. |
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Renew Your Membership TODAY! |
If you have not yet renewed your membership for 2022, please submit your payment ASAP to avoid suspension of benefits!
Several reminders have been sent via email. If you have not received your statement, please contact Penny to ensure that we have your current contact information. Or, access your profile here to pay your 2022 dues and update your profile!
F or questions regarding your membership or renewal statement, contact Penny.
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Start Tracking Those 2022 CEUs! |
A commitment to lifelong professional development is one of the things that sets FCSI consultants apart from others. This commitment indicates to clients and industry professionals that FCSI members are always current with their skills, their knowledge of foodservice equipment and products, and industry trends.
- Associate members are required to earn 3 CEU credits.
- Senior Associate members must earn 6 CEU credits.
- Professional members must earn 12 CEU credits.
Contact Penny if you have questions about your journal or logging CEU credits.
Instructions for logging CEU credits in your journal:
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Looking for Employees or a New Job? Check out the FCSI Job Board |
FCSI The Americas has a job board available for members to post open positions. All FCSI The Americas members are able to submit job opportunities.
The job board is part of the main FCSI website and is available to anyone looking for a new job in the foodservice consulting industry.
If you are interested in posting a job, contact Penny for more information.
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National Restaurant Show 2022 |
The National Restaurant Show is scheduled for May 21-24, 2022 at McCormick Place, Chicago. Registration is now available for attendees and exhibitors.
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Compass Consulting Industry Report |
The Kanuary monthly industry snapshot shows inflation is hitting consumers, operators, and the menu. There was a sharp decline in dine-in traffic as Omicron spread, and off-premise dining remains a powerful source for revenue. View the entire report. The restaurant industry summary for December 2021 notes that operators were much more optimistic. In interviews many operators indicated that sales had improved and the staffing issues were easing. View the report.
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Want to share your stories, projects, or insight? |
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Headquarters is always happy to feature articles from Consultant Members in the Direct Connection. We encourage Consultants to take some time and share experiences with the membership. No idea or topic is too silly!
If you would like to have an article featured in the Direct Connection, submit it to Amy by the 23rd of each month.
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