Join NACUFS this November for two immersive workshops designed to sharpen leadership skills and elevate campus dining operations. Hosted on the beautiful campus of Stanford University, each workshop offers a unique opportunity to connect with peers and engage in targeted professional development.
Sponsored by the NACUFS Foundation
The Engaging People Workshop is a NACUFS workshop for anyone who supervises others.
The Financial Management Workshop is a NACUFS workshop for anyone looking to advance their skills in financial management of collegiate dining operations.
Member: $625
Non-Member: $995
In-person workshop participation including access to NACUFS Learn for access to program files. Breakfast, lunch, breaks and Wednesday night networking reception are also included in the registration fee.
Note: Attendees can register for only one of these workshops as the programming overlaps on November 13. However, participants from both workshops will join together for shared meals and networking opportunities on that day.
Cancellations will allow a refund, less an administrative fee of $50 through October 17, 2025. After October 17, there will be no refunds for cancellations.
Munger Complex
Stanford University
555 Salvatierra Walk
Stanford, CA 94305
Hotel information is coming soon!
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!
The Engaging People Workshop is tailored to anyone who manages people in campus dining.
(as of 8/26/25)
Tuesday, November 11
3:00pm – Optional Tour of Stanford University Dining
Wednesday, November 12
8:00am – Breakfast at Stanford Dining
9:00am – 5:00pm – Engaging People Workshop (Day 1)
5:30 – 6:30pm – Attendee Engagement Reception
Thursday, November 13
8:00am – Breakfast at Stanford Dining
9:00am – 5:00pm – Engaging People Workshop (Day 2)
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.
"This workshop is great for anyone that manages people, whether new in their leadership role or doing it for many years."
"I thought that this workshop was wonderful, and I would love for more of my colleagues to take this workshop."
"I can apply what I learned and immediately put it into execution. Most importantly, it enabled me to become and see myself as a better leader."
"Jodi provided me specific direction around employee skill set development opportunities for my organization. I plan on presenting these ideas to my manager."
Jodi Schafer, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
Jodi 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.
This two-day workshop will provide you the opportunity to take your financial management skills to the next level, following the completion of NACUFS Financial Management for Foodservice course.
The Financial Management Workshop is tailored for rising directors and anyone looking to advance their skills in financial management in campus dining.
(as of 8/26/25)
Wednesday, November 12
3:00pm – Optional Tour of Stanford University Dining
5:30 – 6:30pm – Attendee Engagement Reception
Thursday, November 13
8:00am – Breakfast at Stanford Dining
9:00am – 5:30pm – Financial Management Workshop (Day 1)
Friday, November 14
8:00am – Breakfast at Stanford Dining
9:00am – 12:30pm – Financial Management Workshop (Day 2)
Take your financial acumen to the next level
Grow your skills in-person, capitalizing on opportunities for networking and in-depth sharing
Learn how to share your operation’s financial status with your team and with university administration
Design dining plans to optimize revenue
Identify opportunities to increase revenue and reduce expenses
Plan financially for things like equipment replacement and renovations
Use the InSights Operating Ratios Study by NACUFS to improve your own operation
Write a cost/benefit analysis using information from the InSights Operating Ratios Study by NACUFS
Create a plan to train your staff to use financial data in their own decision making
Grow your skills in understanding and creating reports and dashboards
Participate in interactive sessions led by experienced facilitators
Network with peers in collegiate dining
Enjoy learning on the beautiful Stanford University campus, as well as opportunity to tour Stanford University Dining operations
Rich Neumann, M.S., FMP
Rich is the author of Financial Management for Foodservice. Rich is semi-retired and has worked in the College and University Foodservice industry for 42 years and has 34 years of experience as an adjunct Hospitality Instructor. He served as director of Culinary Services at Ohio University for over 16 years.
"Strong financial management skills are vital to the successful management of foodservice operations. NACUFS is bringing together leaders in the industry to learn and share ideas on financial management best practices in the Financial Management Workshop. This collaborative gathering will provide the opportunity to learn financial strategies to better serve students and our universities and colleges."
Rich Neumann, M.S., FMP