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C. Cretors Adds UV-C Sanitizing Chamber to Safety Products Line
135 year old inventor of the original popcorn machine and the catalyst to the start of the entire concession industry, C. Cretors and Company, 5th generation family owned USA manufacturer based in Wood Dale, Illinois beats Spanish Flu, 2 World Wars, Great Depression, recessions and now COVID-19 pandemic reveals the secret to longevity by pivoting […]
Celebrate National Popcorn Day with ICA and NAC!
The Independent Cinema Alliance (ICA) and the National Association of Concessionaires (NAC) remind you that Tuesday January 19th is National Popcorn Day. The two groups have joined forces to pay homage to this important and enduring staple of our business. It is particularly appropriate in a year that saw many theatre owners and operators innovate […]
Centerplate Prepares Team-Inspired Menu Items for 2021 College Football Playoff Championship
Centerplate, the leading hospitality partner to North America’s premier sports entertainment venues, today announced an array of specialty menu items for Monday’s highly anticipated College Football Playoff National Championship between the Alabama Crimson Tide and Ohio State Buckeyes. This is the first time the game will be played in Miami, and the food and beverage […]
In Memory – James R. “Bo” Wilson Jr.
It is with great sadness that the National Association of Concessionaires (NAC) reports the passing of former NAC member and friend James R. “Bo” Wilson Jr. The entire industry extends its thoughts to Bo’s family, former co-workers and friends. He passed away January 2, 2021 at the age of 49. Bo’s family has put together […]
Episode 4 of “Laboring with a Multi-Generational Workforce” Podcast Released
“Laboring with a Multi-Generational Workforce,” highlights the various generations of workers and how they perceive the work environment. It provides perspective on how to integrate diverse age groups and priorities from the employer. The presentation has been broken down into four episodes. ALL FOUR EPISODES are available here right now. Video of the February 24 […]
Happy Holidays from NAC!
On behalf of the NAC Staff and Board of Directors, I would like to wish a Happy Holiday Season to you, your colleagues and your families! The spirit of the Holidays and the coming of the New Year remind us that, even in trying times, it is important to take a step back and recognize […]
In Memory – Michael Bates
It is with great sorrow that the National Association of Concessionaires (NAC) reports the passing of long-time member and friend Michael Bates, ACS. The entire industry extends its thoughts to Mike’s family, former co-workers and friends at this difficult time. Mike passed away on Wednesday, November 25 at CHI Lakeside Hospital in Omaha, NE. Mike’s […]
NAC Names New Directors During ReTreat Week
The National Association of Concessionaires (NAC) has announced changes to its Board of Directors as a result of the Annual Membership Meeting held on November 13, 2020. The meeting took place on a video call during NAC Retreat Week, a distance learning event spanning the week of November 9. After recommendations were made by a […]
ShowEast Presents A Look at 2021
ShowEast & The Coca-Cola Company in association with Boxoffice Live Sessions invite You to…A Look At 2021, A Celebratory On-Line Experience to Promote the Upcoming Box Office Season. The on-line webinar will be on Wednesday, December 9 at 2 PM Eastern Standard Time. Registration is free. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
MANY THANKS – a message from Dan Borschke
(note: Dan Borschke, NAC Executive Vice President, will be retiring at the end of 2020.) Many NAC members have been very gracious over the last few weeks in extending their wishes for my retirement, which will begin with the first of the new year. Being at NAC has been the highlight of my 42 year […]
