2026 Dining & Nutrition Conference August 12-13
Join Us for the 2026 Dining & Nutrition Conference, designed for dietary managers, foodservice directors, chefs, Executive Directors, and administrators seeking to enhance excellence in nutrition and foodservice operations. This conference is for Nursing Facilities and Assisted Living Communities.
SCHEDULE:
First Day:
| 12:30 p.m. |
Conference Check-In |
| 1:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. |
Introductions and Sponsor Welcome |
| 1:15 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. |
Motivational Session- Purposeful Engagement
Speaker:
Terry Daniels, Ph. D.
The Rhythm Coach, Award Winning Focal Point Business and Executive Coach
|
| 2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. |
Mini Food Show and Vendor presentations |
| 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
Magnificent Mocktails and Compelling Conversations
Facilitator:
Lisa Biddle-Puffer, VP of Quality and Regulatory Affairs, KCARE
|
Second Day:
| 8:30 a.m. |
Check-In & Continental Breakfast |
| 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. |
2026 Culinary Competition Demonstration- Top 3 Winners
Moderated by:
Jen Bruning, Incite Strategic Partners |
| 10:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. |
Review Dietary Guidelines
Speakers:
Jen Bruning, Incite Strategic Partners
Jessica Hogue, Gordon Food Service
|
10:15 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
10:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. |
Break
Breakout Session
A-Assisted Living-Plate Presentation
Speaker:
Dr. Michael Riggs, Executive Chef, Arcadia Communities
B-Nursing Facilities-Updates in Nutrition and Chronic Kidney Disease
Speaker:
Melanie Betz, RD, Renal Specialist
Emergency Preparedness
Speaker:
Jo Miller, MPH, RDN, Vice President of Nutrition, Meals for All
|
| 1:30 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. |
Break |
1:45 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. |
Food Presentation- Creative Garnishes and puree techniques
Speakers:
Ty Copple, Director, Dining Services Sr. II, Unidine
Chef Paul Dubuque with Emerald Trace
Sanitation Jeopardy
Speaker:
Jessica Hogue, Gordon Food Service |
THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS:
LOCATION:
Gordon Food Service: Shepherdsville Distribution Center
342 Gordon Industrial Dr.
Shepherdsville, KY 40165
CEUs:
7.75 CEs
COST:
$150 per person for members
CONTINUING EDUCATION:
The
Kentucky Coalition for Aging Resources & Empowerment is an approved provider
of continuing education by the Kentucky Board of Nursing, #5-0002. To
receive the 7.75 contact hours, you must complete the entire program.
Certificates may be printed once the program evaluation is submitted. Disclaimer
Statement: The Kentucky Board of Nursing approval of an individual
continuing education provider does not constitute endorsement of program
content.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
Cancellations
received seven (7) workdays prior to the seminar date will receive a
full refund. Cancellations received inside of seven (7) workdays will
receive one-half refund. Participants who do not attend will not receive
a refund unless prior written notice is given to the Coalition office. All
cancellations must be made in writing and may be emailed to [email protected] Phone cancellations will not be accepted.
PAYMENT AND COLLECTION POLICY:
Members shall pay for conventions or seminars in advance. Full payment must be received seven (7) days prior to seminar or convention. All registrations received without payment will be invoiced at time registration is received. If membership dues or any invoices are 90 days in arrears, registration fee for seminar or convention will be charged at the non-member rate unless payment is made in full seven (7) days prior to seminar or convention.
LODGING:
Hampton Inn Louisville I-65 @ Brooks Rd.
180 Willabrook Dr.
Brooks, KY 40109
Book your room
Registration
Registration ends 8/10/2026 12:00 PM EDT