This is Peggy Eller blogging to you once again about all the exciting happenings in Vegas. Did you know that there is a meeting at ANC just for you!? The Membership Section Meetings are designed with the needs of your particular professional level in mind and include important updates about current and upcoming SNA initiatives and other key issues. These meetings are perhaps one of your best opportunities to connect with like-minded colleagues from districts around the country, with whom you can discuss shared challenges and exchange best-practice solutions. As you can see, there is something for everybody!

• College Section Meeting, Tuesday, June 30, 4:30-6:30 pm
  This can't miss opportunity will take you to the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, where you will tour the state-of-the art facilities.
• School Nutrition Manager/Employee Section Meeting, Thursday, July 2, 8:15-9:45 am
  Recognized speaker Jeff Joiner will help you discover what you can do to WOW your customers. Jeff has a wealth of experience in customer-service training in school nutrition operations, as well as other segments of the foodservice industry.
• District Directors/Supervisors Section Meeting, Thursday, July 2, 8:15-9:45 am
  Learn from a panel of school nutrition directors who have found creative and effective solutions to maintaining a healthy bottom line. This session will be moderated by Julie Boettger, an expert in school nutrition financial management.
• Major City Directors/Supervisors Section Meeting, Thursday, July 2, 8:15-9:45 am
  Learn how to “Survive & Thrive” in this bumpy economy by applying key information from SNA's Supply Chain Toolkit. Leo Lesh, SNS, will be providing current data from Denver and moderator Jean Ronnei will be on hand to lead a fast-paced discussion.
• State Agencies Section Meeting, Thursday, July 2, 8:30-10:30 am
  Participants in this session will hear the latest information on commodities, research and regulations straight from officials of the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

One of my favorite parts of these meetings is the opportunity to connect with old friends….and maybe gain some new ones! What's your favorite part of these meetings? Share your thoughts in the comments section!

Peggy Eller
ANC Steering Committee Chair