The NAC Concession & Hospitality Expo
Refresh, Reopen and Reengage with NAC on Nov 10-12 in Dallas
About/Register

This retreat will be noticeably different than the annual NAC EXPO with a smaller footprint, tighter three-day, two-night time frame and registration fees that reflect the revised model. More details about registration, agenda, sponsorships and trade show booths will be released in the days and weeks ahead.
Registration is now open! Registration for ReTreat and any Optional Programs will only be offered On-Line or by calling us at 312.236.3858. Hotel accommodations are available and must be arranged separately. Use the Hotel link on this page.
Make plans now to attend the 2020 NAC Retreat in Dallas.
Schedule

This is a very tentative 2020 ReTreat Schedule.
Check back often as the schedule evolves.
Date | Event | Session Materials | Description |
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Monday, Nov. 9th | |||
1:00 PM EST, 12:00 PM CST | Government Relations Committee | ||
3:30 PM EST, 2:30 PM CST | Peer Perspectives | VIDEO LINK | Brad Mayne, CEO, IAVM; Jeff Morgan, CEO, Club Management Association of America; Carla Balakgie , CEO of the National Automatic Merchandising Association (NAMA) and Todd Halstead of Independent Cinema Alliance. |
Tuesday, Nov. 10 | |||
11:00 AM EST, 10:00 AM CST | Streaming vs. In-Theatre Viewing Research | VIDEO LINK | Dr. Radesh Palakurthi – Dean, Professor and IHG Chair of Excellence, Kemmons Wilson School of Hospitality and Resort Management, University of Memphis and Larry Etter, CCM, NAC Director of Education and Senior VP Malco Theatres |
1:00 PM EST, 12:00 PM CST | Buyer- Seller Relationships Session | VIDEO LINK | Theresa Boysen, ACS, Kernel Season's, LLC and Kim Cook-Sorano, Galaxy Theatres will lead the discussion. Panel includes: Pat Micalizzi, National Amusements, Inc.; Tim Farha, Ferrara/FERRERO; Christopher Brian, Southern Theatres, LLC; Michael Koski, University of Michigan; Siobhan Scalamogna, Pepsico Foodservice; Dave Guepfer, La Crosse Center; Stephen Fox, Trinchero Family Wines; Christine Fellner and Jill King, Vistar and Chris Sciortino, AICP. |
Wednesday, Nov. 11 | |||
8:00 AM EST, 7:00 AM AM CST | Virtual Fun Run/Walk/Ride | ||
11:00 AM EST, 10:00 AM CST | Family Business: Blessing or Burden | VIDEO LINK | Hosted by Denise de Zutter, NAC President Elect. Guests include Stephanie Stuckey, Stuckey’s Restaurants; Adam Noyes, Proof in the Pudding; Doreen Sayegh, Cranford Theater and Tony Liberto, Ricos Products Company. |
2:00 PM EST, 1:00 PM CST | *Copper Cane Wine Tasting | VIDEO LINK | Joseph Wagner CEO and Winemaker of Copper Cane Wines. |
Thursday, Nov. 12 | |||
1:00 PM EST, 12:00 PM CST | Concessions in a Post Pandemic World | VIDEO LINK | Luis Rivera, First Star Solutions, will lead a panel of experts including Allen Johnson, Orlando Venues; Martin Thorson, Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Michael Shaw, Miami Marlins. |
3:30 PM EST, 2:30 PM CST | What the Election Results Mean For the Concession Industry | Don Lear from Oberto leads a discussion with Robert Perkins, Act V Theatres; Dan Herrle, National Amusements; Dan Shorts, National Confectioners Association. | |
Friday, Nov. 13 | |||
11:00 AM EST, 10:00 AM CST | NAC Annual Membership Meeting/Awards Ceremony | VIDEO LINK | To include the Bert Nathan and Mickey Warner Award presentations and an address from John Fithian, President & CEO of NATO and Joel Rice of Fisher-Phillips. |
Education

More info on 2020 ReTreat Educational Programs will be posted shortly. (Check the Schedule tab for the latest.)
Social Functions

More info on 2020 ReTreat Social Functions will be posted shortly. (Check the Schedule tab for the latest.)
Trade Show
Booths are now available for the 2020 ReTreat!
The 2020 ReTreatTrade Show will be held on Wednesday, November 11 (1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.) at the Hyatt, Regency Dallas and is open to full and tabletop displays.
Check the graphic below for available booths. You can contact Dan Borschke at the NAC office, 312.236.3858, or email dborschke@NAConline.org to reserve your booth.
Booth # | Company | Booth # | Company | Booth # | Company |
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100 | Kernel Season’s ![]() ![]() | 114 | 207 | Ventura/Odell’s | |
101 | Trinchero Family Estates ![]() | 115 | 208 | Ricos Products | |
102 | Preferred Popcorn | 116 | 209 | Royal Corporation ![]() |
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103 | Sunsof, Inc. | 117 | Proctor Company | 210 | |
104 | Mars Wrigley ![]() | 118 | 211 | ||
105 | Vivian Company | 119 | Gold Medal Products Company ![]() | 212 | |
106 | Packaging Concepts, Inc. | 120 | Ben' Pretzels | 213 | |
107 | Mars Ice Cream | 200 | Load King | 214 | |
108 | Ready Theatre Systems | 201 | Ferrara Candy Company | 215 | |
109 | 1908 Candy/Sherwood Brands | 202 | Promotion in Motion Companies ![]() | 216 | Copper Cane Wines |
110 | Coca-Cola | 203 | Vistar ![]() | 217 | |
111 | 204 | DEEL Media | 218 | ||
112 | 205 | American Licorice ![]() ![]() | 219 | Pepsi | |
113 | 206 | The Hershey Company | 221 |
Trade Show Hours
Wednesday, November 11 (1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.)
The trade show will feature products and services such as:
soft drinks • beer • iced tea • nachos • menu boards • pizza • hot dogs • soft pretzels • peanuts • pressure fryers • cotton candy • sno kones • frozen yogurt • ice cream • churros • egg rolls • condiment dispensers • mobile food carts • food warmers • holding ovens • candy • grills • BBQ• popcorn poppers • concession stands • containers & trays • architectural planning & concession design• souvenir cups/mugs • beverage dispensers • paper products • popcorn toppings & oils • point-of-sale equipment and MORE!
Don’t miss the chance to put your company in front of the leading buyers in the industry!
Hotel
The National Association of Concessionaires (NAC) will host a conference and trade show on Tuesday, November 10 through Thursday, November 12 at the Hyatt Regency Dallas.
Hyatt Regency Dallas
300 Reunion Blvd
Dallas, TX 75207
(214)651-1234
LINK TO RESERVE YOUR ROOM AT THE HYATT REGENCY
Special Rate: $145 per night
Experience Downtown Dallas from our Iconic Hotel
Located downtown next to an iconic Dallas landmark Reunion Tower, Hyatt Regency Dallas is a gateway to the best of the city. Live, work and be yourself at our inviting, contemporary hotel near the Dallas Convention Center and within walking distance of many tourist attractions, including Dealey Plaza and the Historic West End. Whether you are here to work or play, Hyatt Regency Dallas is designed to meet all of your needs.
Unsolicited Dallas Room Phone Call Scam
NAC members and exhibitors may receive unsolicited phone calls from companies stating that they can provide you cheaper rooms than we can in Dallas for The NAC ReTreat. Please be aware that these individuals and companies are known to scam clients by getting credit card numbers and pertinent information that can be used in nefarious ways. You are receiving the most affordable rate at Hyatt Regency while also supporting NAC. DO NOT PROVIDE THESE CALLERS ANY PERSONAL INFORMATION AND PLEASE REPORT THEM TO US AS SOON AS POSSIBLE SO THAT WE CAN PROVIDE THEM A CEASE AND DESIST LETTER.
Sponsors
2020 NAC ReTreat Sponsors
Platinum:
Coca-Cola
Ferrara Candy Company
Fuze Viewer
Gold:
Gold Medal Products
Hershey
Load King
Mars Wrigley
PepsiCo
Vistar/Performance Food Group, Inc.
Weaver Popcorn
Silver:
C. Cretors & Company
ConAgra Foodservice
Oak Ridge Financial
Packaging Concepts, Inc.
The Promotion In Motion Companies, Inc.
Reactornet Technologies
Royal Corporation
Bronze:
American Licorice
Cinema Scene/Vision Media
Gehl Foods
Home Market Foods/Eisenberg
Kernel Season’s
Mennel Popcorn
Odell’s
Preferred Popcorn, LLC.
Scribner & Associates
2020 NAC RETREAT SPONSORSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE NOW!
The NAC ReTreat provides your company with opportunities to put your products, services and brand in front of buyers for all types of recreation and leisure-time food and beverage operations. Sponsorships are available at every level and extend well past the convention itself, and benefits for each level are detailed below. You may also choose to extend their opportunities by registering for the full NAC convention, allowing them access to buyers at all educational sessions and social functions.
For more information on how to become a sponsor contact Dan Borschke at the NAC office, 312.236.3858, dborschke@NAConline.org.
Sponsorship Benefits
Platinum Level ($10,000 and above)
-Logo recognition and major prominence on every NAC ReTreat page on the NAC web site throughout the year.
-Recognition in all pre-ReTreat marketing, both in print and via email.
-Complimentary 8×10 trade show booth valued at $1,500.
-Complimentary Full ReTreat Registration valued at $250.
-Complimentary Full Page Ad in ReTreat Program valued at $350.
-Company name and logo noted in ReTreat program.
-Recognition in pre- and post-ReTreat press releases.
-Signage at event.
-Thank you announcement and invitation to address attendees at event.
-Seated on dais and recognized as major sponsor at NAC Membership Luncheon on Thursday, November 12th.
Gold Level ($5,000 to $9,999)
-Logo recognition and major prominence on every NAC ReTreat page on the NAC web site throughout the year.
-Recognition in all pre-ReTreat marketing, both in print and via email.
-Complimentary Full Page Ad in ReTreat Program valued at $350.
-Company name and logo noted in ReTreat program.
-Recognition in pre- and post-ReTreat press releases.
-Signage at event.
-Seated on dais and recognized as major sponsor at NAC Membership Luncheon on Thursday, November 12th.
Silver Level ($2,500 to $4,999)
-Logo recognition and major prominence on every NAC ReTreat page on the NAC web site throughout the year.
-Recognition in all pre-ReTreat marketing, both in print and via email.
-Company name and logo noted in ReTreat program.
-Recognition in pre- and post-ReTreat press releases.
-Signage at event.
Bronze Level ($1,000 to $2,499)
-Recognition in all pre-ReTreat marketing, both in print and via email.
-Company name and logo noted in ReTreat program.
-Recognition in pre- and post-Retreat press releases.
-Signage at event.
Contributing Sponsors (under $1,000)
-Recognition as a educational session prize sponsor in signage.
-Recognition in program as an educational session prize program sponsor.
-Recognition in post-convention materials.