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Tristone Cinema Group Acquires Cinemas Palme d’Or
Tristone Cinemas is proud to announce the Re-Opening of the Cinemas Palme d’Or, under the name Tristone Cinemas Palm Desert 10, as a first-run arthouse movie theater on July 1, 2016. Under Tristone, Palm Desert 10 will be playing new release films at affordable prices. In addition, the theater will feature classic films, advanced screenings […]
NAC Appoints LeClair to Board of Directors
The National Association of Concessionaires (NAC) has announced the appointment of Bill LeClair to the Board of Directors. As Vice President – Food and Beverage for National Amusements Inc., LeClair oversees the operations of all food and beverage operations in four countries representing more than 950 screens. Bill LeClair’s nearly 30-year history with National Amusements […]
Carsnack Reports on Ecuador Earthquake
Carlos A. Ribadeneira, CCM, Corporate Director, Carsnack Group sent the following letter to friends from the industry today to report on the Ecuador earthquake and country situation. The letter outlines ways that NAC members can help. “First, I want to thank for all messages, emails and calls we have received since yesterday when Ecuador got […]
Neary Named 2016 Mickey Warner Recipient
NAC announced during CinemaCon 2016 that Charlie Neary, CCM, Executive Vice-President, Spectra Food Services & Hospitality has been named the 2016 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 honors the late Mickey […]
Sweet Bottom® Cookies earns WBENC & WOSB Certification(s)
National Association of Concessionaires (NAC) Member, Sweet Bottom® Cookies, announced today the company received Certification(s) as both a Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) and WOSB (Women Owned Small Business). WBENC’s national standard of certification implemented by regional partner (Atlanta, GA) is a meticulous process including an in-depth review of the business and site inspection. […]
Helton Named Associate Director of Education
The National Association of Concessionaires (NAC) has announced that Wally Helton, ECM, Vice President-Food and Beverage, Merchandising and Promotions with Cinemark USA, Inc. has been named the Associate Director of Education for NAC. In this new role, Helton will be supporting the ongoing educational programs of NAC along with Larry Etter, CCM, NAC’s Director of […]
NAC Concession Data Initiative Survey 2016
Two years ago, NAC conducted a survey of Concessions Operators in order to gain a deeper understanding of operational practices, benchmarks and economic impact of our business. We are doing a refresh of this Survey in 2016 to record and report any changes or new observations and are asking for Concession Operator participants in the […]
2016 Al Lapidus/Variety Boys & Girls Club Scholarship Golf Classic
FOR THE SECOND YEAR IN A ROW, WE ARE SOLD OUT. REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. We will accept names if you wish to be added to a waiting list. Call NAC at 312.236.3858 or email info@NAConline.org. Make your travel plans to arrive early so you can join us for golf just prior to the start […]
Regional Seminar Series 2016-17 Off and Running
The first installment of the 2016-17 Regional Seminar Series “Leadership Counts” got off to a flying start on February 18th at Royal Corporation Headquarters in Santa Fe Springs, California. Over 50 industry professionals were in attendance. Thanks again to Marianne Abiaad and Royal Corporation for hosting. Next up is March 9 in Elmhurst, Illinois at […]
Mickey Warner Award 2016 Nominations Open
The National Association of Concessionaires is now seeking nominations for the 2016 Mickey Warner Award. Submissions are due by March 14, 2016. 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 honors the late Mickey Warner, the father […]
