Thank You to Our Direct Connection Sponsors! |
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Structural Concepts Better Together |
Our Oasis® Refrigerated & Heated Self-Service Case is the ultimate vertical combination of grab & go refrigerated and heated display, providing both hot and cold temperatures in the same case to maximize impulse purchases and elevate the customer’s experience. Merchandising hot and cold products together delivers versatile one-stop shopping for customers, and increases revenue opportunities for drop-in programs requiring new displays in existing stores. This merchandiser is designed with self-contained refrigeration allowing the flexibility to relocate the merchandiser to different areas. It also has optimal hot holding capabilities with individually controlled heated shelves, allowing more diversity in what products are held and to what degree.
Features & Benefits:
- Self-service combination of hot and cold in the same case
- Size is ideal for placement on end caps or near POS locations
- Houses online orders of hot and cold goods to be picked up at the same location
- Plug & play allows flexible, easy relocation for use in different areas
- Each heated shelf has its own temperature control – can be set at different temperatures
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IN THIS ISSUE
FCSI On Tap
Symposium 2023
Chapter News
Membership News
Industry News
Quick Links
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First off, I would like to thank all of you who took the time to vote in the 2023 The Americas Officer Election. I am honored and humbled to have been elected to the position of Chair Elect for 2023-2024. I am very excited to spend the next two years in that role, learning the ropes, and preparing to take over as Chair of the Division in 2025. I appreciate the confidence that you, the membership, have placed in me and I look forward to serving you over the coming years.
I would also like to congratulate the other elected officers for 2023-2025. Joe Schumaker will be serving as Treasurer and Kristen Sedej will continue service as Secretary for the next two years. Congratulations to you both and I look forward to continuing our work together. Rounding out the officers for 2023-2025 is Christine Guyott as Chair and Eric Norman as Past Chair. These two individuals move into those positions as a result of prior elections and I am grateful to follow in their footsteps.
FCSI The Americas is pleased to have two upcoming events in the works. The 2023 FCSI Symposium will take place on January 30-31st in conjunction with the NAFEM trade show. We are also excited to announce that we are in the planning stages for an upcoming FCSI The Americas Latin America conference. Details are still being finalized for this event so please be on the lookout for more information soon.
Both of these exciting events are a great opportunity for corporate members to sponsor and get your brand in front of the many members who specify equipment every day. This is a great way to support FCSI and the foodservice consultant community.
If you have any questions or would like more information in regards to sponsorship opportunities, please contact FCSI headquarters at 309-808-2165.
--Brent Hall, FCSI
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ON Tap Season 4 is Here!
On Tap returns with new conversations with the talented consultants who define our industry. Join Wade Koehler, Executive Director, as he chats with new and well-seasoned consultants about what really matters to some of the most interesting and successful foodservice consultants in the world.
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2023 FCSI The Americas Symposium |
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LEVEL UP!
FCSI The Americas Symposium, January 30 and 31 in Orlando
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The Conference Planning Committee is diving into the 2023 FCSI The Americas Symposium! The conference takes place just prior to the start of the NAFEM Show in Orlando, January 30 and 31, 2023.
We'll kick off the event at Sea World where you can enjoy a dedicated roller coaster and a cool space to network and have fun with other attendees. Tuesday will be filled with sessions on working with student unions, sustainability, unattended retail, and using VR in foodservice design, plus more.
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Is your company interested
in sponsoring the Symposium?
All sponsors receive:
- Recognition from the podium
- Listing on the Symposium website
- Listing in the Direct Connection newsletter
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Recognition in the Foodservice Consultant magazine
- Post-symposium attendee list
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FCSI BizEssentials Webinar |
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One Word That Could Put You Out of Business
October 19, 3:00 pm ET
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Join panelists Steve Carlson, FCSI, Jeffrey Coleman and Mark Ahmann, CIC, as they discuss the word "defend" and the problems it can cause you when it appears in contracts.
Steve, Jeffrey, and Mark will discuss typical examples of indemnity language from AIA contracts, the legal and financial liability of agreeing to defend the architect and/or owner, professional liability insurance, and negotiating changes to indemnity clauses to remove problematic language.
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Industry Knowledge Survey |
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Survey of FCSI TA Membership Coming from Meazure Learning |
FCSI The Americas hired Meazure Learning, an international company that specializes in exam development, to help us evaluate items that best identify the foodservice knowledge required to be an FCSI Professional Member. A task force built by the Council on Professional Standards of FCSI The Americas met this summer with Meazure Learning staff to develop a "content outline" that describes the knowledge they believe is needed to succeed as a consultant.
On October 6, all FCSI The Americas consultant members will receive an email from Meazure Learning with a link to a survey.
We need input from all members to determine if the task force's work matches what you think are the most important things to know. Please watch for the email from Meazure Learning and let us know your thoughts! Consultants who complete the survey by November 7 will be entered to win a complimentary registration to the 2023 Symposium!
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Southeast Chapter Education and Networking Event |
The Southeast Chapter invites you to attend a networking and education event in Florida October 12-13, 2022!
Join other foodservice consultants and industry friends for two full days of education at Eaton Marketing in Clearwater and an evening of cocktails and camaraderie at SSA in Tampa.
Day 1 qualifies for 8.75 CEUs and Day 2 qualifies for 5 CEUs
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Lower Midwest Chapter Meeting was a Hit! |
The Lower Midwest Chapter hosted a fall educational event September 9 at BSI headquarters in Denver.
The event included training from Salvajor, BSI, Gates Manufacturing, and Ice-o-Matic. Participants also were able to tour the BSI factory and, best of all, enjoy time in Denver with FCSI friends!
Thank you to chapter leader, Jim Ottmer, and his planning team for for organizing the event and bringing the chapter together for education and networking.
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Associate Members
Rick DiFilippi, Cad Tech Designs, Inc.
Daniel Hunt, Connect Architecture & Design
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Cast Your Ballot for Canadian and Allied Trustees |
It's time to vote for your Allied and Canadian Trustees! Please visit the surveys below to vote in the 2023 election.
Professional Members and Senior Associate Members in the Canadian Chapter may vote for the Canadian Trustee. Only Allied members are eligible to vote for the Allied Trustee.
We hope that you will participate in the direction of FCSI The Americas by exercising your right to vote. The results of the election will be announced in an upcoming issue of Direct Connection with the candidates officially taking office January 1, 2023, and recognized at the FCSI Symposium in January.
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Education Provider Program Events are a Great Way to Earn CEUs |
If you're looking for ways to complete your CEU requirement for 2022, remember to check the FCSI Calendar for ideas.
Many education opportunities listed are available from education providers by sending an email to request access. Live and in-person events can also be found on the calendar.
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Keep an eye on your inbox for details regarding your current CEU status: how many you currently have for 2022, how many you need to meet your requirement, and helpful links to qualifying programs.
A commitment to lifelong professional development is one of the things that sets FCSI consultants apart from others -- it indicates to clients and industry professionals that you are current with the skills and knowledge of foodservice equipment and industry trends.
Stay current with your membership by earning the following credits this year:
- 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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Culinary Advisors Welcomes Robert Jacobs to Their Team |
Culinary Advisors recently welcomed Robert J. Jacobs, FCSI, to its company as a Design Principal. Bob brings 34 years’ experience to his new position. While Bob has a wide range of project experience. He is best known for his expertise in cook/chill systems and advanced food production facilities. Bob joins Design Principals, Michael Pantano, FFCSI, and Laura Lentz, FCSI, creating an additional design studio.
According to Laura, "Culinary Advisors continues to forge their path into the future. Hiring Bob is just another example of Culinary Advisors bringing a dynamic individual onto our team to improve and round out how we serve our clients."
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The 37th annual ABASTUR conference was held August 31 to September 2 in Mexico City. ABASTUR is the largest foodservice trade show in Spanish-speaking Latin America. FCSI TA was a proud and very visible participant in this year’s event.
The opening ceremony of the event featured words from government officials, including the Mexico and Mexico City Tourism Secretaries, the head of the country’s Hospitality and Restaurant Industry Chamber. FCSI TA members Omar Pereney and Alejandra Molinar also shared their insights on the industry.
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Consultants Can Attend NAFEM 2023 for FREE! |
Once again, complimentary badges to the NAFEM Show 2023 are available to all FCSI consultant members and anyone from a member company who plans to attend. Contact Penny or Amy to request the special FCSI registration code.
The show runs from Wednesday, February 1 through Friday, February 3. Show hours are 9:00 am to 5 pm Wednesday and Thursday; 9:00 am to 3:00 pm on Friday. Training Time hours are from 8:00 to 9:00 am on Thursday and Friday. All FCSI consultants automatically get early access to the show floor for Training Time.
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The August monthly report highlights a new issue facing the restaurant industry. "According to a recent study by the National Restaurant Association (NRA), the Inflation Reduction Act will hurt the restaurant industry by increasing supply chain costs. Additionally, the Bill provides no relief for the restaurant industry. According to the Bill, it creates a new $313 Billion Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax (CAMT) which impacts manufacturers and wholesalers who will be responsible for paying 59% of the $313 Billion. For the restaurant industry this will impact manufacturers and producers of patty meats, frozen foods, soft drinks and alcohol. The cost will be passed on to the restaurant industry, according to the NRA."
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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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