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ACF Today, Vol. IV, No. 12
The American Culinary Federation (ACF) invites you to attend ACF's 56th Annual National Convention from July 14-17 in the historical city of Philadelphia. Taking place at the Philadelphia Marriott and the Philadelphia Convention Center, this year's convention, Proclaim Liberty, promises to be one of the best ever!
Reserve your Room Today and Receive a Discounted Rate The downtown Philadelphia Marriott is located in the heart of the
business district and within walking distance to some of Philadelphia's
best restaurants and shopping, as well as some of the nation's best
historical venues. A special rate of $156 per night for ACF is in
effect until June 22, so take full advantage and reserve your
room today by calling the Marriott at 800-228-9290 or 212-625-2900.
Visit the ACF Web site at www.acfchefs.org
to learn more about the convention's exciting activities. Receive a Free Trade Show Coupon The Trade Show has become one of the world's finest gatherings of
culinarians and showcases hundreds of foodservice exhibitors providing
information on the latest food trends, cooking techniques, high-tech
kitchen gadgetry and food samplings. The Trade Show is also home to
ACF's culinary competitions which determine the la crème de la
crème. Register online at for a complimentary admission pass for
you to the Trade Show for Saturday, July 15 or Sunday, July 16. Ride Amtrak and Receive a 10% Discount Limited Spots Available for the American Academy of Chefs Reception American Academy of Chefs (AAC) members are invited to attend the 35th annual AAC induction reception and dinner on Saturday, July 15, at the Philadelphia Marriott. Space is limited as there are less than 100 tickets available. If you have received an invitation and would like to purchase a ticket, please contact Heidi Cramb, ACF membership director or Kristy Begley, ACF membership manager at (800) 624-9458 as soon as possible. If you have already purchased tickets, make sure to check in at the
AAC dinner registration desk, located on the fifth floor to receive your
table assignment. The dinner registration desk will be open on Friday,
July 14 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Saturday, July 15 from 9a.m. - 3
p.m. Enjoy the Finest in Cuisine from ACF Certified Master Chefs ACF is pleased to announce the first Certified Master Chefs dinner at the ACF 2006 National Convention in Philadelphia, on Sunday, July 16th. The dinner will consist of master chefs working with junior ACF members to create tasting plates that will entice and excite even the most discriminating palate. Take this unique opportunity to meet and talk with Lawrence McFadden,
CMC, Steve Jilleba, CMC, CCE, AAC, Brad Barnes, CMC, CCA, AAC, William
Franklin, CMC, AAC, and Chris Northmore, CMPC, as well as other master
chefs about food while enjoying the many dishes. The networking, cooking
and tasting will make this a wonderful inaugural event. The cost of the
dinner is $100 per person. To sign up for this event and other
convention activities, please fill out an online registration form.
The online registration deadline is June 30. Attend the 2006 Chapter Leadership Training Seminar The 2006 chapter leadership training will be held at 8 a.m. on Monday, July 17, 2006. This exciting seminar will provide training for all chapter leaders on membership recruitment, retention and effective marketing strategies. In addition, the workshop will include chapter best practices, current trends, common chapter issues and benchmarks in the membership area. Stephen Carey, Ph.D., CAE, president and chief executive officer of Association Management and Marketing Resources (AMMR), will be the presenter. He has led more than 100 major nonprofit trainings around the United States since his appointment with AMMR in 1991. Whether you are a new or long time officer, this training will
provide you with invaluable resources for you and your chapter. Please
consider joining us for this momentous event at the national convention.
This educational seminar is a great way to gather proven ideas and
professional tips to increase membership value and provide marketing and
fundraising ideas. Be a part of the Chef & Child Foundation Live and Silent Auctions at the Icebreaker Opening Reception. The Chef & Child Foundation (CCF) will present a live and silent auction at the national convention and ACF wants you to be part of it! On Friday, July 14, the live auction will occur during the ice breaker opening reception. The event will include themed tasting stations, appearances by beloved historical figures and a live auction with select high-ticket items to get the crowd excited. The silent auction will run the following two days, with final bids due on Sunday night, July 16. Please consider asking your resources to make an in-kind donation to benefit the auction. Items such as vacation packages, cooking equipment, autographed memorabilia (from celebrity chefs, sports figures, film and TV), catered dinner parties, sporting tickets, gift certificates and much more is needed to make the event a success. No donation is too big or too small; as CCF appreciates any help you can give the foundation. All donations are tax-deductible, as well. Please email Lisa Alessandro, APR at lalessandro@acfchefs.netfor a
donation form. The donation confirmation deadline is June 16,
2006, and donations are due to the ACF national office no later than
June 23. She will confirm your donation, provide a receipt and
arrange for item delivery, either to the office or directly to the
winning bidder. Your donation is what helps the Chef & Child
Foundation better the lives of children across America! Deadline for Cold-Food Salon Extended The ACF Cold-Food Salon, sponsored by The Art Institutes, at the 2006 ACF national convention in Philadelphia has expanded one of its categories. Fruit/vegetable carving has been included in this year's competition. The deadline for this competition has been extended to June 30, 2006. This competition is open to both professionals and students. First place winners from each category will receive a $500 cash prize, and all entries are eligible for ACF competition medals. Entry forms may be completed online at
https://www.secure-online.com/acf/2006Salon.cfm. If you have any
questions, or for additional information, contact the ACF events
management department at (800) 624-9458. Get your Culinary Book Signed by ACF's Top Chefs During the national convention in Philadelphia, don't miss out on the chance to have your book signed by ACF's most beloved chefs. Please mark the following on your convention schedule. Friday, July 14th from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. - Fourth
Floor Monday, July 17th from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. - Fourth
Floor ACF Sincerely Thanks the Sponsors of the 56th ACF National Convention!
Grand Platinum Gold Silver Bronze Contributor Donor
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