News Releases
NAC Names 2020 Summer On-Line CCM Graduates
The National Association of Concessionaires (NAC), has announced the graduating class of the Summer Session Concession Manager Certification (CCM) course. The classes were held on-line from July 6 through August 7 in conjunction with the University of Memphis, Kemmons Wilson School of Hospitality and Resort Management. The instructor for the class was Larry Etter, CCM, […]
ShowEast Moves to December 7-10, 2020
With concern for the health and safety of attendees as the absolute priority, we will be postponing ShowEast. The event will now run four days at the Loews Miami Beach from December 7-10, 2020. We realize the importance of connecting in-person and want to proceed with the utmost caution. These extra months will provide time […]
In Memory: Skip Stefansen
It is with great sadness that the National Association of Concessionaires (NAC) announces the passing of exhibition industry stalwart David ‘Skip’ Stefansen. He enjoyed a long and distinguished career as a valuable member and leader of the Association which he joined in 1976 and remained active in until his passing. Stefansen served as the President […]
Save the Date: Refresh, Reopen and Reengage with NAC on Nov 10-12 in Dallas
The National Association of Concessionaires (NAC) has announced that it will host a conference and trade show on Tuesday, November 10 through Thursday, November 12 at the Hyatt, Regency Dallas. The event is designed to fill a void within the concession and hospitality channel with a reimagined educational and business to business format. This retreat […]
FBAA and Ecolab Issue Guidance for Resuming Operations
We begin the arduous task of re-opening our operations allowed under highly restrictive new guidelines and requirements. We find it unavoidable to revisit our business models and formulate new strategies for surviving the rapidly changing landscape. The Food and Beverage Association of America has been working closely with Ecolab who has developed the attached operational […]
ICTA Seminar – Cinemas vs. Coronavirus – June 9
Sign up for an exclusive BoxOffice Pro Live Session in partnership with the International Cinema Technology Association on getting ready to re-open your movie theatres. TUESDAY, JUNE 9, 2020 9:00 AM PACIFIC; 12 NOON EASTERN; 5:00 PM LONDON; 6:00 PM PARIS Speakers Frank Tees – Vice President of Technical Sales Support, Moving Image Technologies & […]
FedEx is Giving $1 Million to Small Businesses
Small businesses strengthen the economy and make the world more vibrant, creating jobs, as well as unique products, services and spaces. Communities depend on small businesses, especially in these trying times. Many small businesses are hurting right now. Whether you’re making the move to selling and shipping online or you’re ramping up your safety and […]
NAC Appoints Coke’s Gavin to BOD
The National Association of Concessionaires (NAC) has named Amy Gavin, Channel Lead: Mountain + Cinema, The Coca-Cola Company, to a recent opening on the NAC Board of Directors. She replaces Mayson Spellman, also of Coca-Cola. Amy Gavin began her career at a global advertising agency spending ten years working with consumer-packaged goods companies and growing […]
NAC Names Spectra’s Satenspiel to BOD
The National Association of Concessionaires (NAC) has named Jay Satenspiel, Senior Vice President of Operations-West, Spectra Food Service & Hospitality to a recent opening on the NAC Board of Directors. He replaces Tony Hendryx, CCM. Jay Satenspiel comes to NAC with over 35 years of outstanding achievement in the industry. His first foray into food […]
Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Forgiveness Application
This past weekend the SBA issued some long-awaited guidance on requesting forgiveness of PPP loans in the form of an 11 page loan forgiveness application, including instructions, that borrowers will submit to their lenders. While this information leaves many unanswered questions, here are a few of the clarifying highlights from Mann Weitz & Associates, a […]
