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About/Register
The 2021 Concession & Hospitality Expo will be at the Hyatt Regency Dallas on October 27-28, 2021. Visit often for information on an evolving Agenda, Sponsorships and Trade Show.
Note: As you prepare for your trip to the 2021 NAC Concessions and Hospitality Expo, NAC and the hotel remind all attendees to follow proper safety protocols with regard to COVID-19. We encourage mask wearing, and proper social distancing at all times. We want all attendees to have a productive and enjoyable event with us in Dallas. Health and safety remain a top concern for NAC and the Hyatt Regency Dallas.
The Expo Committee, Board-of Directors and Staff are excited to move forward and resume the annual live event which brings together the top food and beverage concession leaders in the recreation and leisure-time industry.
Registration is now open! You may register for the Expo and Optional Programs On-Line. Hotel accommodations are available and must be arranged separately. Use the Hotel link on this page.
REGISTER ON-LINE
Use the links below to see Photos from the 2019 Expo. The event was held in Chicago at the Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park Hotel and celebrated our 75th Anniversary year.
2019 NAC Expo Board and Annual Meetings Album
2019 NAC Expo General Sessions Album
2019 NAC Expo Joe Chabot Memorial Silent Auction Album
2019 NAC Expo Social Events Album
2019 NAC Expo Trade Show and Kindness Initiative Album
2019 NAC Expo Venue Tours Album
About
The National Association of Concessionaires will bring together the top food and beverage concession leaders in the recreation and leisure-time industry at The Concession & Hospitality Expo. The Expo committee is planning terrific educational sessions, great social functions and exciting events. Check back often as the 2021 program comes together.
Formerly known as the NAC Annual Convention & Trade Show, the event is an educational conference in its 39th year covering a wide range of concession and foodservice topics. The business sessions are practical and focused on the concession industry, and provide interaction between all types of operations. In addition, exciting social functions allow for attendees to network in a less formal setting. Your full convention registration fee includes all educational sessions, food functions, social events, and the trade show.
As part of the Expo, NAC will host its own trade show specifically for the recreation and leisure-time foodservice industry. The trade show will feature companies that provide products and services to all types of recreation, leisure-time and public assembly facilities. For more information on the trade show and how you can participate, click on the Trade Show tab on this page.
Make plans now to attend the 2021 Expo in Dallas.
Schedule
Here is a tentative look at the 2021 Expo. Check back often as the schedule evolves.
| Date | Event | Description | Session Materials | Room |
| Saturday, October 23 | | | |
| 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Concession Manager Certification (CCM) Class (Click to Register) | | | Windsor |
| Sunday, October 24 | | | |
| 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Concession Manager Certification (CCM) Class | | | Windsor |
| Monday, October 25 | | | |
| 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Concession Manager Certification (CCM) Class | | | Windsor |
| Tuesday, October 26 | | | |
| 8:00 AM -5:00 PM | NAC Registration | | | Baker |
| 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Concession Manager Certification (CCM) Class | | | Windsor |
| 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM | Education Committee Meeting | | | Bryan Beeman A |
| 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM | Communication Committee Meeting | | | Pryor Crockett |
| 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM | Membership /Marketing Committee Meeting | | | Kessler |
| 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Government Relations Committee Meeting | | | Bryan Beeman A |
| 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Outreach Committee Meeting | | | Pryor Crockett |
| 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Future Leaders Committee Meeting | | | Kessler |
| 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Executive Committee Meeting | | | Bryan Beeman A |
| 4:00 PM- 6:00 PM | BOD Meeting | | | Bryan Beeman B |
| 6:30 PM | BOD Dinner | | | Bryan Beeman A |
| Wednesday, October 27 | | | |
| 8:00 AM -5:00 PM | NAC Registration | | | Marsalis Foyer |
| 9:00 AM | Welcome Breakfast | | | Marsalis A |
| 10:00 - 10:45 AM | General Education Session - Keynote | Rolando Rodriguez-Marcus Theatres/NATO | | Marsalis A |
| 11:00 - 11:45 AM | General Education Session | General Education Session - Women in Exhibition (WIE) Panel - Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Moderated by Heather Blair, Women in Exhibition (WIE). Panel includes Theresa Boysen, ACS, ACE, Great Western; Christie J. Lawler, CJL Consulting; Stacy Bably, Marcus Theatres and Kim Cook-Sorano, Galaxy Theatres. | | Marsalis A |
| 12:00 Noon - 1:00 PM | Awards Luncheon | Presentation of the 2021 Bert Nathan and Mickey Warner Awards and recognition o f the 2020 honorees. | | Cumberland JKL |
| 1:30 - 2:15 PM | General Education Session | Thanasi Papoulias - Social Media Practices | | Marsalis A |
| 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM | Breakout Session - Theatre Operators | Facilitator - Rob Novak, Marcus Theatres | | Moreno AB |
| 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM | Breakout Sessions - Stadiums/ Arenas | Facilitator - George Raub, Delaware North | | Gaston AB |
| 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM | Exhibitor - Set Up | | | Marsalis B |
| 6:00 PM | Opening Night Reception & Joe Chabot Memorial Silent Auction | The Auction is Live Now! CLICK HERE to register and start bidding. | | Marsalis A |
| Thursday, October 28 | | | |
| 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM | Fun Run/Walk | | | Lobby |
| 8:00 - 11:00 AM | Exhibitor - Set Up | | | Marsalis B |
| 8:00 AM -5:00 PM | NAC Registration | | | Marsalis Foyer |
| 8:00-9:00 AM | Continental Breakfast | | | Marsalis A |
| 9:00 - 9:45 AM | General Educational Session - Keynote | Philip Couch, Cinemark | | Marsalis A |
| 10:00 - 10:45 AM | General Educational Session | Government Relations Panel - Don Lear, Facilitator | | Marsalis A |
| 11:00 - 11:45 AM | General Educational Session | Labor Panel - Larry Etter, Facilitator. Panel includes: Adam Noyes, Proof of Pudding; Tim Maloney, LEGENDS; Reggie Davis, Craft Culinary Concepts. | | Marsalis A |
| 12:00 PM | Annual Meeting/Luncheon | | | Marsalis A |
| 1:30 - 4:30 PM | NAC Expo Trade Show | | | Marsalis B |
| 4:30-5:30 PM | Exhibitor - Teardown | | | Marsalis B |
| 6:00 PM | Evening Reception/ Dinner | | | Bryan Beeman AB |
Education
2021 Expo Educational Programs. (Check the Schedule tab for the latest.)
Rolando Rodriguez
Wednesday, October 27
10:00 – 10:45 AM
General Education Session – Keynote Speaker- Rolando Rodriguez-Marcus Theatres/NATO
11:00 – 11:45 AM
General Education Session – Women in Exhibition (WIE) Panel – Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Moderated by Heather Blair, Women in Exhibition (WIE). Panel includes Theresa Boysen, ACS, ACE, Great Western; Christie J. Lawler, CJL Consulting; Stacy Babl, Marcus Theatres and Kim Cook-Sorano, Galaxy Theatres.
1:30 – 2:15 PM
General Education Session – Thanasi Papoulias – Social Media Practices.
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Breakout Session – Theatre Operators, Facilitator – Rob Novak, Marcus Theatres
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Breakout Sessions – Stadiums/ Arenas Facilitator – George Raub, Delaware North
Phillip Couch
Thursday, October 28
9:00 – 9:45 AM
General Educational Session – Keynote Speaker- Philip Couch, Cinemark
10:00 – 10:45 AM
General Educational Session Government Relations Panel – Don Lear, Facilitator
11:00 – 11:45 AM
General Educational Session Labor Panel – Larry Etter, Facilitator
Panel includes: Adam Noyes, Proof of Pudding; Tim Maloney, LEGENDS; Reggie Davis, Craft Culinary Concepts.
Social Functions
2021 Expo Social Functions. (Check the Schedule tab for the latest.)
Wednesday, October 27
9:00 AM
Welcome Breakfast
12:00 Noon – 1:00 PM
Awards Luncheon – Presentation of the 2021 Bert Nathan and Mickey Warner Awards and recognition of the 2020 honorees.
6:00 PM
Opening Night Reception & Joe Chabot Memorial Silent Auction
The Auction is Live Now! CLICK HERE to register and start bidding.
Thursday, October 28
7:00 AM – 8:00 AM
Fun Run/Walk
12:00 PM
Annual Meeting/Luncheon
6:00 PM
Evening Event – Reception and Dinner
Trade Show
Booths are now available for the 2021 Expo!
The 2021 Trade Show will be held on Thursday, October 28 (1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.) at the Hyatt Regency Dallas and is open to full and tabletop displays.
2021 SPECIAL OFFER: Your participation in the trade show will automatically register you and up to two additional booth personnel for ALL Expo Events!
CLICK HERE FOR 2021 EXHIBITOR KIT
Check the graphic below for available booths. You can contact Chris Dammann at the NAC office, 612.849.8419, or email cdammann@naconline.org to reserve your booth.
OR
Reserve Booth On-line
Trade Show Hours
Thursday, October 28 (1:30 p.m. – 4:30 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 Wednesday, October 27 through Thursday, October 28 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: $195 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. 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
2021 EXPO SPONSORSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE NOW!
The Concession & Hospitality Expo 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. Many of our sponsors 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 Chris Dammann at the NAC office, 612.849.8419, or email cdammann@naconline.org .
OR
Reserve Sponsorship On-line
Sponsorship Benefits
Platinum Level ($10,000 and above)
-Logo recognition and major prominence on every Expo page on the NAC web site throughout the year.
-Recognition in all pre-Expo marketing, both in print and via email.
-Complimentary 8×10 trade show booth valued at $1,500.
-Complimentary Full EXPO Registration valued at $595.
-Complimentary Full Page Ad in Expo Program valued at $350.
-Company name and logo noted in Expo program.
-Recognition in pre- and post-Expo press releases.
-Signage at event.
-Thank you announcement and invitation to address attendees at event.
-Invitation for two to invitation-only board/ sponsor VIP party on Tuesday, October 26th.
-Seated on dais and recognized as major sponsor at NAC Membership Luncheon on Thursday, October 28th.
Gold Level ($5,000 to $9,999)
-Logo recognition and major prominence on every Expo page on the NAC web site throughout the year.
-Recognition in all pre-Expo marketing, both in print and via email.
-Complimentary Full Page Ad in Expo Program valued at $350.
-Company name and logo noted in Expo program.
-Recognition in pre- and post-Expo press releases.
-Invitation for two to invitation-only board/ sponsor VIP party on Tuesday, October 26th.
-Seated on dais and recognized as major sponsor at NAC Membership Luncheon on Thursday, October 28th.
Silver Level ($2,500 to $4,999)
-Logo recognition and major prominence on every Expo page on the NAC web site throughout the year.
-Recognition in all pre-Expo marketing, both in print and via email.
-Company name and logo noted in Expo program.
-Recognition in pre- and post-Expo press releases.
-Signage at event.
Bronze Level ($1,000 to $2,499)
-Recognition in all pre-Expo marketing, both in print and via email.
-Company name and logo noted in Expo program.
-Recognition in pre- and post-Expo 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.
