Attend Food Processing HR Council AGM, “Speaking Food” July 15, 2014
The Food Processing Human Resources Council (FPHRC) is holding its 5th Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Conference, taking place on July 15th in beautiful Niagara-on-the-Lake.
Speaking Food 2014 AGM & Conference
This year’s AGM and Conference promises to be fantastic! The meeting will take place at 1:00pm and is followed by a half-day event that includes guest speakers and an industry reception in appreciation of FPHRC’s members and guests.
FPHRC AGM and Conference: Event Details
Date/ Time: Tuesday, July 15th 2014 from 1pm to 4:30pm and will be followed by wine tasting
Location: Niagara College’s Canadian Food & Wine Institute, in beautiful Niagara-on-the-Lake, 135 Taylor Road.
Cost: Free of charge.
FPHRC “Speaking Food 2014” Guest Speakers and Agenda
This year FPHRC’s annual event will shine a spotlight on some of the latest trends in the industry, as well as CFIA’s newest regulations and opportunities for youth looking to work in the food processing sector. Following our speakers, guests are invited to discover the many delicious tastes of Niagara’s wines and foods as you network!
FPHRC AGM and Conference Agenda
1:00PM: ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
1:45PM: A ROADMAP FOR INNOVATION: IDEAS THAT WILL SHAPE THE FUTURE OF THE FOOD INDUSTRY
Presented by Merril Mascarenhas, Managing Partner, Arcus Consulting Group, advisor to Unilever, Proctor & Gamble, Nestle and more in North America, Europe, and Asia.
2:30PM: RAISING THE STANDARDS – OUTPERFORMING THE COMPETITION!
Presented by Philip Mondor, Vice President of Emerit Solutions, with over 20 years of experience specializing in competency programs in Canada and around the world.
3:00PM: NETWORKING BREAK
3:15PM: SAFE FOOD CANADA – THE LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
Presented by Cameron Prince, Prince Food Consultants Inc. and former CFIA Vice-President of Operations and Lone Jespersen, Director, Food Safety Strategy, Maple Leaf Foods Inc.
4:00PM YOUTH IN FOOD PROCESSING!
Meet some of today’s up and coming young professionals who are thriving in various positions at many companies within the food industry.
4:30PM INDUSTRY RECEPTION
At the conclusion of the conference join FPHRC on the beautiful grounds of the Food and Wine Institute for some wine & beer sampling, paired with food that will awaken your palate and taste buds!
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