Engaging People Workshop
 
Engaging People to Improve Operational Performance

 

The Engaging People Workshop is a NACUFS workshop for anyone who supervises others. It resides within the Talent Management Knowledge Domain.

Register now for an immersive two-day workshop where you will gain a fresh perspective on leadership, management, and employee retention. Whether you are an aspiring manager, new to management, or an experienced leader, the Engaging People Workshop offers practical tactics and invaluable insights on motivation, conflict resolution, teamwork, recruitment, and more. This interactive workshop encourages collaboration among participants as you look at big-picture strategy and build a comprehensive framework to manage your team effectively! 
 

Don’t miss the opportunity to unlock your full potential as a leader. Upon completion of the workshop, you can expect to achieve the following outcomes:  
 

  • Expand your professional network with individuals within collegiate foodservice who face similar challenges. 
  • Understand how your preferred work style and the various styles within your team can work as an advantage through an informal personality profile. 
  • Harness the power of knowledge sharing to empower your staff, manage your time efficiently, and effectively prioritize competing tasks. Learn valuable tips to grow your professional relationships with peers, direct reports, and leadership. 
  • Develop confidence in navigating difficult employee conversations and applying corrective action through using attentive listening and feedback skills. 
  • Grow your awareness of how your communication style can shape your team, retain talent, attract new talent, and boost employee engagement. 
  • Discover opportunities for self-reflection, new skill practice, and action-planning. 

 

Registration Fee 

Member: $425 

Non-Member: $775 

 

Registration Information 

Registration is now closed.

The health and peace of mind of every participant at a National Association of College & University Food Services event is our top priority. We are committed to implementing intentional processes to minimize risk and protect your well-being so you can focus on getting back to business. To read our event protocol, click here

 

Dates & Times 

Tuesday, October 17 & Wednesday, October 18, 2023 

The workshop starts at 9:00 a.m. EDT and ends at 5:00 p.m. EDT for both days. 

 

Location 

Brody Square, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan 

 

Hotel Information 

The room block for this workshop is at the Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center located adjacent to Brody Square. Participants will need to make their own hotel reservations by phone at  (800) 875-5090 and refer to the Code for Group Block: 2310NACUFS. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. EDT. 

The room rate is $135/night plus applicable taxes for a standard double room or $150/night plus applicable taxes for a deluxe queen room. The deadline for the NACUFS rate is Saturday, September 30, 2023, using group code 2310NACUFS. 

 

Travel Information 

Travel to and from Lansing Capital Region International Airport (LAN) is available from most cities. Other airports include Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), Gerald R. Ford International Airport in Grand Rapids (GRR), and Bishop International Airport in Flint (FNT). 

A shuttle is available from the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for a fee. A rental car is needed if flying into the Grand Rapids or Flint airports or if you prefer to drive from Detroit.  

 

Meals 

Breakfast, lunch, and breaks are included in the registration fee. Participants are responsible for any meals during travel and dinner on Tuesday night. 

 

If you have any questions, contact NACUFS at 517-332-2494 or education@NACUFS.org.

 

Facilitator

Jodi Schafer, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, is certified by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) as a Senior Professional in Human Resources, and independently owns and operates her own consulting and training firm in Williamston, Michigan.

Jodi's expertise and effortless facilitation style have been well received by NACUFS attendees, both in person and online. We are happy to have her back in person for two days of knowledge sharing, skill-building, and discussion around the unique supervisory challenges you face on your campus.