Responsible Food Procurement for Changing Times

This free webinar reviews food procurement pitfalls, the risks to utilizing informal/ unregulated product supply channels, and how to operate closer to budget when economic challenges arise.  Experts from Incite Strategic Partners will examine real-world examples of what steps to take and which to avoid when navigating budget challenges, product shortages, and fluctuating prices. Learning objectives include:

• Review common food procurement mistakes and how to avoid them.
• Understand the key elements of a reliable product supply channel.
• Tips for managing food budgets and programs when census drops or prices and supply chains are unpredictable.

Approved for 1 CEU for CDMs.

Registration is free to everyone.

Follow the Instructions Below to Register: 

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Instructions to join on the day of the webinar:

• On the day of the webinar, you will be able to join 15 mins before. 
• Log in and return to the contents page to open the webinar.

Email educate@ahca.org if you need assistance.

Jen Bruning, MS, RDN, LDN

Jen Bruning MS, RDN, LDN, serves as the Director of Partner Education for Incite Strategic Partners, the exclusive GPO for AHCA/NCAL.  Prior to coming to Incite, Jen spent her dietetics career in food service, in both the corporate wellness and senior living sectors helping to shape the dining experience of clients around the country. She has previously held the positions of professor of nutrition at Columbia College Chicago, Wellness Director & Nutrition Strategist for large national food service providers, and both clinical and food service leadership roles in a skilled nursing environment. Jen has served nine years as a National Media Spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics and speaks nationally on dining and nutrition related topics for busy senior living professionals. 

Nick Trankito

Nick manages and grows relationships with Incite’s National and State Partner Associations. He has spent his career supporting GPO members with their continuum of care and has earned a reputation as a member advocate and group purchasing expert. Nick’s mission is to connect association partners and their members with resources they need to succeed and thrive in patient care.