Back to School Expo - Wednesday, September 18, 2024

We were “Back to School” and ready to celebrate all things School Nutrition!

Attendees didn't miss a beat at the first chance they had to connect with school nutrition vendors for the 24-25 SY.

The GSNA 2024 “Back to School” Expo was the perfect opportunity to get up-to-date information on what our industry partners have to offer your nutrition programs BEFORE you make your bids for SY 24-25.

The show was from 1:00 - 5:00 PM - Wednesday, September 18th at the Macon Centreplex. 

We had over 440+ school nutrition professionals, school administrators and industry vendors in attendance.

NSLW Kick Off Luncheon - Thursday, September 19, 2024

Ahoy, School Nutrition Superheroes!

Thank you to those who joined GSNA as we set sail to celebrate School Nutrition “pirate style”!
The 2024 theme for National School Lunch Week is “School Lunch Pirates- Find Your Treasure,” and GSNA kicked off the celebrations by recognizing school nutrition programs that have excelled and captured the bounty.

The prestigious Georgia Department of Education SNP Cafeteria of Excellence Awards were presented and recognition given to the 2023-2024 Tray of the Week award winners. Plus, attendees got to take part in informative educational  training sessions for both school and system level member sections.

Over 400 attendees came aboard with GSNA for this grand adventure!

Thank you to all our Education Session Presenters

Customer Service: Attitude before Action – Ben Tanner, Manager - Hall County Schools
What is customer service? Is it the atmosphere you perceive when you walk into a building? Is it simply an act of appreciation for the customer experiences as you engage with them? Let's explore how customer service extends beyond the environment in your establishment and how it must start in the heart long before the time to serve meals.

Workplace Culture for Dynamic Teams – Sally Palmer, Education Specialist - Gordon Foods
As the leader of your team, you shape and define your workplace culture and team atmosphere. To grow your team towards a healthy culture, you have to know your team. We will look at leadership styles, your team’s collective purpose and tips for developing the dynamic team you desire.

Making Connections – Renate Durham, Segment Leader - Education – DYMA Brands, Inc.

Autism Speaks Update with Josh Cobb, Autism Speaks and Amy Lambert, Cobb County SNP

The Self-Aware Leader: Relationship Building and Engagement Strategies
Dr. Eric Coleman - Director for the Office of Nutrition Services - Alexandria City Public Schools - Alexandria, VA

Are you aware of how others view you as a leader? This workshop/session guides participants in self-reflection exercises in efforts to become aware of how they engage as a leader. As we think about "how we think" and unpack factors that contribute to the way we engage others, learners will begin to identify their level of self-awareness, comparing perceived assumptions versus reality. Participants will be exposed to relationship building and engagement strategies that will aid in routine self-reflection, understanding how they show-up and engage in everyday relationships, cultivate healthy work environments, and intentionally foster professional team-oriented cultures. It all starts with the leader!