This workshop will explore how shelf life is determined and managed across different food products, using practical examples to highlight common challenges and potential solutions. Participants are encouraged to come prepared with insights into their own shelf-life testing to enrich discussion.  Topics will include shelf-life testing methods, formulation strategies (natural and preservative-based), and the critical role packaging […]

This presentation and Q&A with Tim Garcia—Co-CEO of Food For Thought with catering and corporate dining operations in Chicago, DC, and Phoenix—is designed for catering and food service business owners who have moved beyond the basics and are navigating the challenges of running and growing their operations. Tim will explore both practical and philosophical hurdles […]

Calling all businesses, at every stage of growth! Food Trucks and Mobile Vendors: Are you preparing for your next inspection or looking to stay compliant and competitive? CPG Brands: Do you have the wholesale license needed to get your products onto retail shelves? Manufacturers & Other Businesses: Are you set up with the proper licenses […]

Understanding your costs is the foundation of a sustainable and profitable CPG business. This class will guide emerging food and consumer packaged goods entrepreneurs through the core principles of product costing, with a focus on accurately calculating ingredient costs and translating them into effective pricing strategies. Participants will learn how to break down recipes into […]

This class is designed for food service entrepreneurs, including restaurants, caterers, and mobile vendors, who want to understand the financial side of menu planning. Participants will learn how to accurately calculate ingredient and production costs, account for labor and overhead, and understand the factors that influence profitability. The session emphasizes practical approaches to pricing that […]

About the Event: This informational webinar will focus on employee ownership (EO) and the benefits it can bring you and your business. During the session, we’ll explore how employee ownership can help business owners plan for the future while strengthening their workforce and community. You’ll learn how employee ownership can provide:  Provide a succession path […]

About the Event:  Packaging can play a big role in how customers see your product and whether they decide to buy it. But with new materials, formats, and printing options constantly coming to market, it can be hard to know what is actually worth considering.  Join Elevate Packaging for a practical look at current sustainable […]

About the Event:  Running a small business requires balancing competing priorities, responsibilities, and limited time. In this session, participants will learn the fundamentals of effective time management and why it is essential to running a successful business. We will explore practical strategies for prioritizing tasks and making the most of your time, including Pareto Analysis, […]