Thank You to Our Direct Connection Sponsors! |
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IN THIS ISSUE
FCSI On Tap
Symposium 2023
Project Showcase
Chapter News
Membership News
Industry News
Quick Links
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Get Together Again this Summer |
Summer is in full swing and I hope everyone is staying busy but also getting a chance to enjoy some vacation and relaxation time. While FCSI doesn’t have any major events over the summer, there are still a few opportunities to gather with colleagues and friends at upcoming regional events. Below are the details for two upcoming golf and dinner events. Both of these outings look to be a lot of fun while raising money for worthwhile charities. |
Birchfield Jacobs 30th Annual Golf Scramble
and Crab Feast
Wednesday, August 3, 2022
GOLF
Queenstown Harbor Atlantic Golf Links River Course
CRABS
Maria's Love Point Bed & Breakfast
All FCSI members, their guests, and industry affiliates are welcome for both events or just golf or dinner.
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“Who Loves Ya” Camacho Charity Golf Tournament
Wednesday, September 28, 2022
GOLF
Bears Best Atlanta
E-mail Anja or Aimme for details and to register. |
In addition to the fun there are several upcoming events still looking for speakers.
ABASTUR Show
August 31 to September 2, 2022
FCSI is still looking for speakers for the Abastur show in Mexico City. FCSI sessions will take place September 2. See below for more information.
FCSI Symposium 2023
Save the Date! Planning is also underway for the upcoming FCSI symposium in January of 2023. More information on Symposium is also included below.
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Lastly, Project Showcase submissions are now open. The Project Showcase is a great way to put your best foot forward and show off the amazing work you have completed. For more information about submitting a project, please visit https://zoombagroup.com/fcsi. The submission deadline is August 12 so start planning ahead to get your project included. --Eric Norman, FCSI
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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 On Tap website to view the newest season and rewatch episodes from Season 1 and Season 2.
Most Recent Guests
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2023 FCSI The Americas Symposium |
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SAVE THE DATE!
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. Sessions on Tuesday will share education on issues of interest to member consultants, allied members, and corporate members alike!
Registration for Symposium 2023 will open soon!
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Get Your Project Showcase Submission Ready! |
All current FCSI The Americas members are eligible to enter. Both Design and MAS consultants may submit one entry of any foodservice facility project completed between June 2021 and May 2022. Entries must be made by August 12. There is no charge to submit.
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Northeast Chapter Golf Outing, Reception, and Dinner |
This year's Northeast Chapter golf outing was held at the Andover Country Club in Andover, Massachusetts on June 13. Turnout was great and the chapter was able to donate $15,000 to the World Central Kitchen and $5,000 to the FSCI Educational Foundation. |
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Senior Associate Member
Congratulations to
Sojo Alex, Envision Strategies. Sojo is approved for Senior Associate status and has entered the Professional Member process!
Associate Members
Rodrigo Matamoros, Food Gurus
Oscar Hernandez, Food Gurus
Jorge Umbacia, Innova Concept
Veronica Millares, Restaurantismo
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"Who Loves Ya" Golf Tournament |
The 2022 "Who loves ya" Golf Charity Tournament is back, September 28 at 8:30 am. The tournament is held at Bears Best Golf Club in Suwanee, Georgia. Email Anja ( anjak@camachousa.com) or Aimme ( aimmeh@camachousa.com) for details.
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The 30th Annual Golf Scramble and Crab Feast Fundraiser
Wednesday, August 3, 2022
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Fundraiser for the FCSI Educational Foundation!
Sponsored by Birchfield Jacobs Foodsystems
GOLF
310 Links Lane, Queenstown, Maryland 21658
A Captain's Choice Scramble golf tournament will be held with shotgun tee-off time at 10:15 a.m. for 18 holes. Please arrive no later than 9:15 a.m. to get organized.
Registration includes greens fees, a cart, driving range tokens, and course beverages consisting of water, soda, and a variety of beer. Please contact the golf course directly for club rentals. Visit the website for registration fees.
CRABS
1710 Love Point Road, Stevensville, Maryland 21666
Refreshments and hors d'oeuvres will be served beginning at 4 p.m. and a crab feast with a dinner buffet at 5:30 p.m. Please bring your spouse or friend and dress casually. All FCSI members and their guests are welcome. Come for both events or just golf or dinner. Please feel free to extend this invitation to other industry affiliates.
MENU: Hot Maryland steamed crabs, grilled chicken, pit beef, local corn on the cob, crab soup, shrimp cocktail, crab balls, grilled sausage, Greek salad, grilled garlic potato wedges, vegetable and fruit platter, monster size cookies and brownies, ice cream, variety of beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages. Menu subject to minor changes.
ENTERTAINMENT: Live music
Deadline for registration is JULY 15th!
This is a hard deadline so register EARLY!
COVID-19 - Currently all restrictions have been lifted in the State of Maryland where the event will be held. We respectfully ask that you get your vaccination as this will be a maskless event due to constant eating and drinking.
QUESTIONS: Contact Birchfield Jacobs Foodsystems
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ABASTUR is the largest event of the Hospitality Industry in Latin America, offering its visitors and buyers the experience of finding the best companies of different sectors in the same place.
Are you interested in sharing your knowledge
with the Latin American community?
This year ABASTUR is looking for FCSI The Americas members to speak on one of these topics:
New rules in hospitality: post-pandemic customers
- How QR codes are transforming the customer experience
- Customer service culture: the key to increase revenue
- Lear how to deal with difficult customers, contingency plans
How to stay relevant as a professional in hospitality
- Courses & Certifications for continuous learning
- Training for your human capital
- The power of re-inventing oneself and leadership
to submit your presentation idea!
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Check out the FCSI The Americas Job Page |
Are you looking for a new opportunity? Know someone who is ready for their next career move? Check out the FCSI The Americas job postings webpage for new opportunities!
If you're looking to hire and would like to be included on the website, email Penny for more information. |
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Did you attend the NRA Show or take advantage of an Education Partner event?
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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Registration is Now Open for NAFEM 2023 |
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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Fispal Foodservice 2022 in Brazil was held June 7 to 10 in Sao Paulo. The event drew 46,000 attendees and 1,800 exhibitors from multiple countries.
FCSI hosted a "talk with the experts" booth during the event and met with more than 100 visitors during the show to discuss the work of foodservice consultants in South America.
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CONGRESO DE RESTAURANTES 2022 |
FCSI member consultants from Food Gurus will participate in 3 days of conferences and culinary activities during the Congresso de Restaurantes. The conference will be held Monday, September 5 to Wednesday, September 7.
Speakers Marianne Gomez Montant, Carlos Tello, Juan Matamoros will provide entrepreneurs in the restaurant industry with tips for adapting to the new era. Sessions include: “The Restaurant of the Future: Experience and Efficiency," “Post-Covid19 Strategies for Restaurants,” and “Gastronomic Trends.”
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HX: The Hotel Experience Call for Proposals |
Attention FCSI Members! HX: The Hotel Experience is looking for speakers for their show November 13 and 14 at Javits Center in New York City,.
HX is looking for trends, technology and operations leaders to share their insight as part of the 2022 conference session lineup. You can submit your original proposal now, or inquire about becoming a panelist on a short list of pre-set conference sessions.
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The May monthly report indicates that inflation is taking a toll on restaurant traffic. While operators have seen a decline since late January, the new survey shows that even drive-thru sales are declining. Supply chains are still causing problems and costs are expected to rise another 25% this year due to bottlenecks, shortages of raw materials, low inventory levels, and rising fuel costs. Read the entire 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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