Research & Insights

07.31.20 - This collection of whitepapers on Reopening After COVID-19, written by Charlie McConnell, Sr Director of Insights and Best Practices, addresses the challenges and opportunities B&I, C&U, K-12, and Healthcare foodservice operators are facing in reopening their operations. Based on the findings of IFMA's Operator Advisory Councils.

07.31.20 - Watch this IFMA and Blacksmith Application discussion on how manufacturers are anticipating their speed of recovery based on changing performance trends. Paul Wietecha, CEO at Blacksmith Applications, led the panel discussion with manufacturer perspectives from Conagra, Ventura, and Smucker’s. Also hear member views from John Davie of Dining Alliance.

07.30.20 – Despite the uncertainty of when employees will return, B&I foodservice operators are redefining hospitality to meet new standards of health and safety. Written by Charlie McConnell, this whitepaper highlights the long-term challenges operators are facing and shares insights and best practices on how B&I operators are adapting. Read now to understand the issues and learn how you can help.

07.29.20 - Watch IFMA's discussion with PROS food industry, pricing, and digital selling consultants as they share advice and guidance on how to implement multichannel digital selling capabilities. PROS provides examples of how food companies are using agile pricing as a foundation to protect and improve margin during these rapid market changes.

07.24.20 - Watch IFMA's live conversation with Bertrand Weber, Director, Culinary & Wellness Services at Minneapolis Public Schools. Bertrand is the recipient of the 2020 Silver Plate Award in the Elementary & Secondary Schools category. Hear Bertrand's story and learn what drives one of the nation’s top foodservice operators.

07.23.20 - Watch IFMA's live conversation with Joe Essa, President & CEO of Thomas Keller Restaurant Group. Joe received the 2020 Silver Plate Award in the Independent Restaurants/Multi-Concept category. Hear Joe's story and learn what drives one of the nation’s top foodservice operators.

07.22.20 - Watch IFMA's live conversation with Eric Eisenberg, Director of Dining Services at Rogue Valley Manor. Eric received the 2020 Silver Plate Award in the Health Care category. Hear Eric's story and learn what drives one of the nation’s top foodservice operators.

07.21.20 - Watch IFMA's live conversation with Brandon Chrostowski, Founder, President, and Chief Executive Officer and Founder of EDWINS Leadership & Restaurant Institute. Brandon received the 2020 Silver Plate Award in the Retail & Specialty category. Hear Brandon's story and learn what drives one of the nation’s top foodservice operators.

07.17.20 - Watch IFMA's live conversation with Phil Hickey, Chairman of Miller’s Ale House Restaurants. Phil received the 2020 Silver Plate Award in the Chain Full Service category. Hear Phil's story and learn what drives one of the nation’s top foodservice operators.