EF&B Director of Education, Dan Herrle will welcome Matthew Pollock, CinemaCon Associate Managing Director, to discuss exciting changes and inside information at CinemaCon 2026. Learn about the full slate of EF&B activities at this year’s show. Date: January 21, 2026 Time: 2:30 pm CST, 3:30 EST FREE REGISTRATION is required.
The Entertainment Food & Beverage Association (EF&B) announced that the 2026 EF&B Concession and Hospitality Expo, will be held on September 22-24 at The Embassy Suites Charlotte-Concord Golf Resort and Spa. The Expo Committee, Board-of Directors and Staff are excited to bring together the top food and beverage leaders in the entertainment food and beverage […]
Going to TONE/CATO? Check out the EF&B Seminar-Feeding Fun, Maximizing Food & Beverage Revenue. Join EF&B Director of Education, Dan Herrle, on October 29 for Feeding Fun, Maximizing Food & Beverage Revenue at the TONE/CATO Conference. You will need to be registered for the conference to attend. CLICK HERE FOR TONE/CATO CONFERENCE
For the first time ever, EF&B’s premier certification is available online. Join EF&B Director of Education, Dan Herrle and Brett King Founder, CineTRAIN, CEO & Partner, HighRock on October 22, 2025, for an Introduction to the EF&B On-line Training and Certification Platform. For over 20 years, EF&B’s Concession Manager Certification (CCM) Program has delivered targeted. […]
Join EF&B Director of Education, Dan Herrle, at Royal Corporation on October 6, 2025 for Feeding Fun, Maximizing Fun Food & Beverage Revenue. Boost your concession revenue without sacrificing the guest experience. From creative menu strategies to upselling techniques and seasonal promotions, discover proven methods to keep your guests happy – and your profits growing. […]
EF&B Webinar – CinemaCon 2026 and EF&B-January 21!
EF&B Director of Education, Dan Herrle will welcome Matthew Pollock, CinemaCon Associate Managing Director, to discuss exciting changes and inside information at CinemaCon 2026. Learn about the full slate of EF&B activities at this year’s show. Date: January 21, 2026 Time: 2:30 pm CST, 3:30 EST FREE REGISTRATION is required.
Save the Date: EF&B Expo 2026 Slated for September 22-24 in Charlotte, NC
The Entertainment Food & Beverage Association (EF&B) announced that the 2026 EF&B Concession and Hospitality Expo, will be held on September 22-24 at The Embassy Suites Charlotte-Concord Golf Resort and Spa. The Expo Committee, Board-of Directors and Staff are excited to bring together the top food and beverage leaders in the entertainment food and beverage […]
EF&B Live Seminar-Feeding Fun, Maximizing Food & Beverage Revenue at TONE/CATO
Going to TONE/CATO? Check out the EF&B Seminar-Feeding Fun, Maximizing Food & Beverage Revenue. Join EF&B Director of Education, Dan Herrle, on October 29 for Feeding Fun, Maximizing Food & Beverage Revenue at the TONE/CATO Conference. You will need to be registered for the conference to attend. CLICK HERE FOR TONE/CATO CONFERENCE
EF&B Webinar – Concession Manager Certification (CCM) Program
For the first time ever, EF&B’s premier certification is available online. Join EF&B Director of Education, Dan Herrle and Brett King Founder, CineTRAIN, CEO & Partner, HighRock on October 22, 2025, for an Introduction to the EF&B On-line Training and Certification Platform. For over 20 years, EF&B’s Concession Manager Certification (CCM) Program has delivered targeted. […]
EF&B Live Seminar, Feeding Fun – Maximizing Food & Beverage Revenue – October 6
Join EF&B Director of Education, Dan Herrle, at Royal Corporation on October 6, 2025 for Feeding Fun, Maximizing Fun Food & Beverage Revenue. Boost your concession revenue without sacrificing the guest experience. From creative menu strategies to upselling techniques and seasonal promotions, discover proven methods to keep your guests happy – and your profits growing. […]
Deel Media Partners With Nexmosphere on Sensor-Driven Retail Media
EF&B Member Deel Media has partnered with Netherlands-based Nexmosphere to integrate sensor technologies into its retail media platform, combining interactivity, shopper engagement, and audience measurement. The collaboration gives Deel access to a broad set of interoperable sensors, enabling retailers to link physical products with dynamic digital content and gather actionable customer data. “The use of […]
Deel Media chief shares digital signage tips, best practices
Bill Clapes, president and CEO of Deel Media, shares expert insight on digital strategy, missteps and how best to leverage digital signage in the theme park environment. There are few digital signage professionals whose Internet and technology experience goes beyond three decades. Bill Clapes, president and CEO of Deel Media, is one. In the 1990s […]
Why Retail Media Networks are Missing the Most Important Aspect – the Call to Action
By Bill Clapes, President at DEEL Media There are more than 80 retail media networks (RMNs) in the US, with the number steadily increasing as more retailers continue to leverage their online platforms to monetize their valuable real estate by generating advertising revenue in-store. At Cannes Lions this year, retail media networks were everywhere – […]
Gold Medal Intros Elite Popper Series
Combining advanced filtration, user-friendly touchscreen controls, and powerful performance, the Elite Popper Series introduces an entirely new level of popcorn production. This groundbreaking series from industry leader Gold Medal Products Co. is designed to meet the needs of high-traffic venues such as stadiums, arenas, cinemas, and grocery stores while delivering a streamlined operator experience. What […]
Gold Medal Products Launches New Sno-Kone Machine
Gold Medal Products Co. is proud to announce the launch of its newest Sno-Kone® machine: the Sno-Bowl. Designed for mobility, durability, and ease of use, this compact ice shaver is perfect for parties, school events, or even right at home. The first thing you’ll notice is the colorful and playful design. The red and blue […]
EF&B Names New Directors at San Antonio Expo
The Entertainment Food & Beverage Association (EF&B), formerly NAC, announced several updates to its Board of Directors during the Annual Membership Meeting, held September 18, 2025, at the EF&B Concession and Hospitality Expo in San Antonio, Texas. Following recommendations from the Nominating Committee, chaired by Denise de Zutter, the proposed slate of officers and directors […]
Jeff Peterson Named 2025 Mickey Warner Award Honoree
The Entertainment Food & Beverage Association (formerly NAC) has announced that Jeff Peterson, Account Manager-Theatre and Concessions Mars Wrigley Confection, has been named the 2025 Mickey Warner Award Recipient. The Mickey Warner Award is bestowed upon an individual each year by NAC to recognize leadership and significant accomplishments in the non-theatre concession industry. The award […]
Patrick Micalizzi Named 2025 Bert Nathan Award Honoree
The Entertainment Food & Beverage Association (formerly NAC) has announced that Patrick Micalizzi, Senior Vice-President – Food and Beverage for Harbor Lights Entertainment, Inc. (formerly known as National Amusements, Inc.), has been selected as the 2025 Bert Nathan Memorial Award Honoree. Presented by EF&B/NAC each year to recognize leadership and significant accomplishment in the Theatre […]
Etter Receives Frank Liberto Award
Throughout his career, Larry Etter has worked tirelessly to modernize and professionalize the concessions industry. The veteran concessionaire, whose work in the industry spans five decades, has left an indelible mark on the food and beverage business in cinemas. As the recipient of this year’s Frank Liberto Award at Cinéshow, Etter will be receiving an […]
EF&B/NAC is saddened to report the passing of industry champion Teke Sankey, ACS. Although Teke was retired after a long career with Vistar, He remained an active Emeritus member of the Association. He joined in 2006 during promotion of that year’s convention. He was an active member of the Government Relations Committee. Teke was also […]
