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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. It 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 p.m. 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

Canadian Ancillary Meeting
April 9, 2015 – 8:45 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. ET
This is the second annual spring meeting for Canadian Ancillary professionals to share ideas and discuss issues of common interest. This year’s meeting will include large and small group discussions, and will be hosted on the downtown campus at the University of Toronto. Campus tours (including Ryerson University and the University of Toronto) will also be organized for interested participants. Virtual participation will be possible for at least two large group sessions. 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 activities, 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: United States Naval Academy
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

On The Road: Bristol Community College
May 22, 2015 – 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. ET
Bristol Community College invites you to NACAS East’s On The Road presentation: Serving Commuter Students through Internal and External Partnerships. Your visit to BCC will begin with registration and refreshments, followed by a presentation about BCC partnerships. Learn about our relationships with contracted vendors for dining (FAME Culinary), vending (Elite Vending), bookstore (Follett), and child care (Boyd Center). We’ll consider the importance of internal partnerships with information technology services, culinary arts, fiscal services, facilities, etc. We will discuss our Campus Card program, which began in Fall 2006. A campus tour through several auxiliary departments will culminate in the Faculty Staff Lounge where we will enjoy lunch and networking/roundtable discussions. The program will wrap up at around 2:30 p.m. 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

On The Road: Virginia Commonwealth University
Oct 16, Richmond, VA
VCU Business Services invites you to NACAS East’s On the Road presentation "We Serve Rams! : A Glimpse into VCU’s Award-winning Services." The visit will highlight VCU’s facilities and the critical success factors that keep business services relevant at an urban university. While on campus, the VCU Business Services team will provide an overview of marketing and promotions, business operations, outreach/advocacy, and value-added services for its dining and technology store, RamTech. Your visit to VCU will include a presentation, a driving and walking tour of the Business Services locations, and lunch at Shafer Court Dining Center. Learn more