Recent Articles
John and Tony Irace Named 2016 Bert Nathan Award Co-Honorees
The National Association of Concessionaires (NAC) has announced that John Irace, CEO, and Tony Irace, President, of Packaging Concepts, Inc. (PCI) have been selected as the 2016 Bert Nathan Memorial Award Co-Honorees. The award designates active involvement in NAC, providing positive leadership direction, significant contributions to the development and professionalism of the concessions industry with […]
Gold Medal Announces New Additions to Executive Team
Ongoing growth and success have prompted the recent expansion of the Gold Medal executive team. In order to facilitate future development, the company has hired the following: * Curt Fisher as Vice President – Sales, U.S. and Canada * Mark Wallach as Vice President of Manufacturing * Craig Oaks as Vice President of Human Resources […]
Gottlieb Receives His Second La Reese-Gaule Membership Award
The National Association of Concessionaires (NAC), is proud to announce that for the second time in his career, Adam Gottlieb, ACS, EVP Sales and Procurement for Continental Concession Supplies, Inc. has been named the recipient of the 2015 Krystal La Reese-Gaule Membership Award. The annual award is presented to the member who sponsors the most […]
NAC To Compile Sodium Database
New York City has mandated that any food item with value of 2,500 mg of sodium or greater (which is the recommended daily allowance for sodium) must display a designating salt icon on their menus and menu boards. Most of the standard concession and hospitality food and beverage items will certainly not need to concern […]
Jody Bell – In Memory
It is with deep regret that NAC announces the sudden passing of long-time member Jody Bell. Last time we saw Jody was a few years ago in Tampa as she was Aramark GM at the Florida Aquarium where we held a Venue Tour during the 2012 Convention and Trade Show. Please keep Jody and her […]
Hershey is taking a big step away from candy
For most people, Hershey conjures up images of chocolate bars and peanut-butter cups. Soon, however, the company hopes these visions also include protein “squeezes” and snack bars. Hershey is expanding its snack business in 2016, with special attention to health products aimed at nutrition-savvy consumers. The company is revving up for its regional launch of […]
Expo Scholarships Available
There are now two great scholarships available for qualifying first year attendees of The Concession and Hospitality Expo. NAC is pleased to present the President’s Expo Scholarship and the Joe Chabot Memorial Expo Scholarship. CLICK HERE FOR APPLICATION IN MS WORD CLICK HERE FOR APPLICATION IN PDF Each Scholarship Package includes full registration to the […]
New NAC Outreach Committee Seeks Volunteers
The National Association of Concessionaires (NAC) has announced the formation of a new Outreach Committee. This group has been formed to enrich NAC’s long standing mission, “To provide our members with information and services that maintain and enhance the standards of excellence and professionalism within the recreation and leisure time food, beverage and related services […]
NAC – 2015 Year in Review
As 2015 comes to a close, it’s time to take a look back at what was a stellar year for the National Association of Concessionaires (NAC). With an active and growing membership, the Association is as vital and relevant as ever. It is all part of a concerted effort to honor our past, while continuing […]
Win a Movie Theatre
Mike Hurley owns a movie theatre in Houlton, Maine. You may recognize the name from Bigscreenbiz.com, his writing for Screentrade Magazine or articles on Indiewire.com. Hurley is hosting an essay contest to find the new owner for the historic Temple Theatre in Houlton, Maine. Here is how it works: 250 words, $100.00 entry fee, and […]
