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• ACDA 2025 Conference Preview Webinar

  • When
    Thursday, January 23, 2025
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    3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    GoToWebinar

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  ACDA 2025 Conference Preview

  Thursday, January 16 | 3:00 - 4:00 PM ET

  Registration for this event is FREE

  Join us to learn all about ACDA's upcoming Conference in April 2025.

  We will be discussing different sessions and receptions, certification exams, Zumba, and more! There will be time for questions as well.

  
  

  Meet the Speakers: 

  Chris Baker

  Chris has spent ten years at Feeding Missouri working with all six Feeding America Food Banks. Previously, Chris had a long career in advertising and public relations, and a very brief stint working for a United States Congressman. He especially enjoys working with all of the food sourcing individuals in the network.

  
  

  

  Mike Birkmeyer 

  Mike started at MSDE as the Processing Specialist in 2005 and was promoted to his current position in 2007. Before joining Maryland he was Purchasing Manager for Maines Paper and Foodservice. Mike has over thirty year's foodservice experience, which includes serving as a wholesale produce buyer for Marriott Distribution Services and a local produce company, Director of Operations for foodservice at Johns Hopkins Hospital, and various management positions for Hyatt Regency hotels. Mike has a Bachelor's Degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management from Widener University. Mike is the Exhibits co-chair for the Maryland School Nutrition Association and is a Past President of the American Commodity Distribution Association.

  

  Kyle Jordan

  Kyle Jordan has been with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services since 2012. His duties include program oversite of the USDA Foods for Schools Program as well as management of Florida’s state-contracted warehouse. Kyle received his bachelor’s degrees in History and Political Science from the State University of New York at Oswego as well as a master’s degree in Public Administration with concentrations in local government and emergency management from Florida State University. In his free time, Kyle enjoys traveling, collecting antique sports memorabilia and watching the Buffalo Bills.

  
  

  

  Shelly Robinson

  Shelly Robinson serves as the Vice President of Procurement, bringing a diverse K-12 background in education and district food service operations. Prior to joining Quest, her focus was on managing $100M plus vendor contracts, with extensive experience in food purchasing and procurement.

  Shelly has a vast background in Child Nutrition Programs and is an active member of the American Commodity Distribution Association, serving as the Co-Chair of the Education Committee. A lifelong Texan, Shelly holds both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Texas Tech University.

  
  

  

  Noelle Sanchez

  Noelle Sanchez has more than 10 years’ experience working with USDA Foods and has been with the New Mexico Food and Nutrition Services Bureau since 2012. Her duties include program oversite of USDA Food distribution for the Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP), the Commodities Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) and the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), as well as management of New Mexico’s state-owned and operated warehouse. Noelle received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Education from the University of New Mexico. She has spent her career in public service with a mission to address food insecurity for the most vulnerable. Additionally, Noelle is the Immediate Past President of the American Commodity Distribution Association.
  

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• ACDA 2025 Annual Conference

  • Start
    Sunday, April 13, 2025
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    8:00 AM
  • End
    Wednesday, April 16, 2025
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    12:00 PM
  • Location
    Sheraton New Orleans Hotel, New Orleans, LA

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  ACDA Annual Conference:

  New Orleans, Louisiana | April 13 - 16

  Early Bird Deadline February 17th

  ACDA is coming to New Orleans! The 50th Annual Conference: Nourishing the Future Together, brings you an opportunity to hear from USDA and other industry experts, get connected with members nationwide, share best practices, and more!

  Conference Sessions:

  This year our conference sessions are geared towards specific membership group and we are offering courses for beginners, intermediate levels and advanced levels! 

  View the full schedule here!

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  Hotel Information: 

  Host Hotel: 

  Sheraton New Orleans 

  500 Canal Street,

  New Orleans, Louisiana, USA, 70130

  Nightly Rates: $209 + Taxes

  Last Day to Book: March 21, 2025

  Click Here to Book!

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  Earn CEU Credits:

  We will be offering CEU credits for sessions attended during the 2025 Annual Conference. More information coming soon! 

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  Questions?

  We are here to help! Reach out to us at info@commodityfoods.org or by calling 850-480-7332.

  More details can be found on our Annual Conference page.

  View the ACDA Annual Conference cancellation policy HERE!

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• ACDA 2026 Annual Conference

  • Start
    Sunday, April 19, 2026
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    8:00 AM
  • End
    Wednesday, April 22, 2026
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    12:00 PM
  • Location
    The Westin Seattle

  
  

  ACDA Annual Conference:

  Seattle, Washington | April 19 - 22, 2026

  Save the date! ACDA is excited to announce our 51st Annual Conference in Seattle. Join us for insightful talks from USDA and leading industry experts, network with members from across the country, and exchange best practices. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity - mark your calendar today! 

  Registration opens in 2025!

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  Hotel Information:

  Host Hotel: The Westin Seattle

  1900 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101

  (206) 728-1000

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  Earn CEU Credits:

  We will be offering CEU credits for sessions attended during the 2026 Annual Conference. More information coming soon! 

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  Questions?

  We are here to help! Reach out to us at info@commodityfoods.org or by calling 850-480-7332.

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• ACDA 2027 Annual Conference

  • Start
    Saturday, April 24, 2027
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    8:00 AM
  • End
    Wednesday, April 28, 2027
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    12:00 PM
  • Location
    Philadelphia Marriott Downtown

  
  

  ACDA Annual Conference:

  Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | April 24 - 28, 2027

  Save the date! ACDA is excited to announce our 52nd Annual Conference in Philadelphia. Join us for insightful talks from USDA and leading industry experts, network with members from across the country, and exchange best practices. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity - mark your calendar today! 

  Registration opens in 2026!

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  Hotel Information:

  Host Hotel: Philadelphia Marriott Downtown

  1201 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107

  (215) 625-2900

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  Earn CEU Credits:

  We will be offering CEU credits for sessions attended during the 2027 Annual Conference. More information coming soon! 

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  Questions?

  We are here to help! Reach out to us at info@commodityfoods.org or by calling 850-480-7332.

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