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Webinar: Know Before You Grow - Discover Your Association
March 3, 2015 - 3 p.m. ET
Interested in learning more about your Association? Learn about the benefits that NACAS offers and the many opportunities to get involved. Hear short testimonials and updates on upcoming events as well as developing initiatives that are new to NACAS. Learn more

On The Road: Food Services as Strategy: Using Food, Partnership, and Innovation as a Recipe for Success
March 10, 2015 - 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. ET
Join Director of Food Service Kevin D’Onofrio, 2014 Silver Plate Award Winner, as he gives an overview on how the smallest kitchen at West Point brings in the most revenue per square foot. He will provide a brief overview of sales (1987-2014), and his vision and recipe for success. Kevin will talk about how competition, modernization, innovation, and technology have turned this small space into a $5 million Mini Food Court. He will share how organizations such as NACAS, along with business partners and focus groups (students), are essential in helping us achieve our goals. Please join us on March 10 for this free and awesome opportunity to visit and tour the United States Military Academy – West Point! Lunch will be included. Learn more

Webinar: Assessing Auxiliary Services
March 19, 2015 - 3:00 p.m. ET
This presentation will share assessment techniques from three practice areas: dining, college unions, and bookstores, and show attendees how they can plan their own individual assessment projects as well as set-up an assessment calendar for their entire department or division. Learn more

Webinar: Back to Basics - Revitalizing the Self-Op Bookstore
March 26, 2015 - 3:00 pm ET
As the University of West Georgia grew, the self-operated campus bookstore became too small. The decision was made to build a state-of-the-art bookstore, but it suffered losses. In fiscal year 2014, their self-operated store made a financial turnaround while holding the line on textbook costs to students. Learn more

2015 NACAS South Regional Conference
April 11–15, Sandestin, FL
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort is an amazing destination that has been voted the "best resort" in Destin, Florida, and the No. 1 resort on Florida's beautiful Emerald Coast. There is something for everyone at this magnificent 2,400-acre property that is located in South Walton, including sugar white sand beaches, full-service beach services, golf for every level of play, a top-rated tennis club, water sports, marina, fitness center, spa, biking and walking trails, and even a pedestrian Village with shopping, dining, events, and entertainment. Learn more

On The Road: Marketing – The Lost Art Within University Auxiliaries. Let’s Find It Together
April 23, 2015 - 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. ET
Auxiliary Services within a Military University – how do you tackle marketing within a recently consolidated business unit and ensure compliance with Federal Regulations so that you can develop true brand awareness? Auxiliary services within the United States Naval Academy encompasses the central management of 16 businesses providing retail operations, food service, military support, and fitness in support of the Brigade of Midshipmen. Developing a comprehensive, united marketing plan on our entire division with brand awareness is critical to our future success so that revenue and profitability are increased, ensuring that service to the Brigade is not reduced. Your visit to Annapolis will introduce you to our structure, how we used to market, how we hope to market, and challenges that we are experiencing in developing a comprehensive marketing strategy. The agenda is developed to encourage dialogue between USNA managers and attendees so that we can learn from each other and improve overall auxiliary marketing efforts. Learn more

Webinar: Leaving a Footprint
April 30, 2015 - 3:00 pm ET
Do you ever wonder if your work means anything? Sometimes our legacies can be silent; sometimes they are loud. This interactive session shows 10 steps to creating a powerful, positive career legacy. Attendees will be able to relate to experiences and moments that lead to positive legacies. Participants will also learn the steps to their own positive legacy plan. The difference between positive versus negative approach to career legacies is included. Learn more

2015 NACAS West Regional Conference
May 31–June 2, San Diego, CA
Planned educational content includes: marketing to engage college students, bridging Student Affairs and Business Services, community colleges, functional business plans, dynamic bookstores and retail environments, leveraging technology and innovation, and a Canada night networking dinner. Learn more

2015 NACAS East Regional Conference
June 7–10, Philadelphia, PA
Join us in the City of Brotherly Love for the 2015 NACAS East conference on June 7–10. This year’s conference will be held at the Hyatt Regency at Penn’s Landing in "Old City" Philadelphia. Located in the heart of American history, you can enjoy a multitude of historical sites or indulge in a famous Philly cheesesteak while you "Stay in the Game" with the latest in auxiliary services. Learn more

2015 NACAS Central Regional Conference
June 14–17, Indianapolis, IN
Come early, stay late! There is never a lack of things to do in Indy. Hit the stores or clubs, play sports or watch the pros do it, admire art, or take a walk in the wild. Experience a 250-acre urban park that includes a scenic canal with gondola rides, or dine at one of the over 200 restaurants conveniently located within walking distance of most of the downtown hotels. Learn more