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FEED 2025: Four Days of Transformation in San Diego! ?? Experience the highlights from our immersive foodservice design workshop through this recap video. From Sunday's welcome reception to interactive learning sessions and valuable networking, FEED 2025 brought together industry professionals dedicated to excellence in foodservice facility design. Watch as attendees gained practical knowledge about preventing costly design mistakes, enhancing operational efficiency, and ensuring project success. The collaborative spirit and shared insights exemplify what FEED is all about. Special thanks to our FCSI The Americas mentors, manufacturer partners, and everyone who participated in this transformative experience! Join us for FEED 2026 and be part of this essential professional development journey. More information coming soon! #FEED2025 #FoodserviceDesign #MyFCSI #ProfessionalDevelopment #FCSIEF #Foodservice

?? Exciting News in Foodservice Design! The FCSI Educational Foundation & Western Kentucky University are launching a Professional Foodservice Design Certificate program, starting this month. Limited to 15 students, this hybrid program combines online learning with 8 days of hands-on instruction. Perfect for working professionals looking to advance their careers or enter the foodservice design field. $3,699 includes all materials, certified instruction, and an FCSI-recognized certificate. Registration closes March 12. Don't Miss out on limited seats - secure yours today! https://lnkd.in/dSdpnRHh #FoodserviceDesign #ProfessionalDevelopment #MyFCSI #FCSIEF #WKU

?? What a SPLASH! A huge thank you to FCSI The Americas for hosting the dunk tank fundraiser at last night's Symposium Opening Party! ?? From the first plunge to the final splash, the evening was filled with laughter, friendly competition, and incredible generosity from our community. Check out the photos to see your favorite industry leaders take the plunge for education! Your contributions will directly support professional development and educational opportunities for the next generation of foodservice design professionals. The FCSI Educational Foundation is grateful for your continued support! Special thanks to everyone who participated, donated, and especially to those brave souls who got dunked for the cause! #MyFCSI #FoodserviceIndustry #Fundraising #FCSIEF #ProfessionalDevelopment #IndustrySupport

?? Our first FEED C+M Workshop is officially in the books - and what a success it was! ?? Today at the Georgia World Congress Center, emerging designers and manufacturer partners collaborated with experienced FCSI The Americas mentors in a day filled with hands-on learning, knowledge sharing, and professional growth. From interactive sessions on facility design processes to valuable networking opportunities, the energy in the room was electric as the next generation of foodservice design professionals connected with industry veterans. A special thank you to our mentors who generously shared their expertise (Ken Schwartz, Christine Gurtler, FCSI, LEED AP and Kathleen Held, CPSM), our manufacturing partners for their invaluable support, and to everyone who participated in making this first-ever FEED C+M Workshop an overwhelming success. This is just the beginning of an exciting new chapter in foodservice facility design education. We can't wait to see how these emerging professionals will apply their new insights to transform the industry! #FEED2025 #FoodserviceDesign #ProfessionalDevelopment #MyFCSI #MentorshipMatters #IndustryEducation

?? SPLASH FOR CASH! TONIGHT at the FCSI The Americas Symposium Opening Party ?? Support the FCSI Educational Foundation while dunking industry leaders at this carnival-themed fundraiser! Who wouldn't want to see FCSI VIPs take a plunge for education? The fun starts at 7:15 PM! Don't forget your cash! #MyFCSI #FundraiserFun #FoodserviceIndustry #FCSIEF #SplashforCash #IndustryLeadership

?? A special thank you to our amazing FEED C+M Workshop media and production partners! We're grateful for the support of Foodservice Equipment & Supplies magazine and restaurant development + design magazine for their dedication to industry education, and to FUZE for bringing their event production expertise to Monday's workshop at the Georgia World Congress Center. Your partnership helps us create meaningful educational experiences. #FEED2025 #Foodservice #Design #MyFCSI #FacilityDesign #Innovation #FCSIEF #FCSI?

A heartfelt thank you to our manufacturer sponsors who make the FEED Workshop possible! Your commitment to supporting emerging foodservice design professionals exemplifies the collaborative spirit of our industry. ? Special Thanks go out to: Beverage-Air Champion Industries - Ali Group CookTek Gaylord Industries Kolpak Walk-Ins Kitchens To Go by Mobile Modular Marco Beverage Systems | B Corp Certified Marra Forni Metro Foodservice Solutions The Montague Company Powerhouse Dynamics Scotsman Ice Systems Traulsen UNOX Inc Victory Refrigeration Vivreau Vollrath Foodservice Your investment in education helps shape the future of foodservice facility design. We're grateful for your partnership in making FEED Workshop a reality. See you in Atlanta! #FEED2025 #FoodserviceDesign #MyFCSI #IndustryPartners #FoodserviceManufacturer #Foodservice

?? The countdown is on! We're thrilled to welcome our emerging designers and manufacturer partners to Monday's FEED C+M Workshop at the Georgia World Congress Center! To our passionate FCSI mentors - Ken Schwartz, Christine Gurtler, FCSI, LEED AP and Kathleen Held, CPSM, thank you for dedicating your time to share your expertise and foster collaboration within our design community. Your commitment to guiding the next generation of foodservice design professionals is truly inspiring. To our participants: get ready for an immersive day of learning, networking, and hands-on exploration of the facility design process. We can't wait to see the connections and insights that emerge from this collaborative experience! See you bright and early Monday at 8AM! #FEED2025 #FoodserviceDesign #MyFCSI #MentorshipMatters #DesignCommunity #Foodservice #FCSIEF

Witness the transformative power of collaborative learning at FEED 2025! In a recent article in Foodservice Consultant, FCSI Senior Associate Sojo Alex takes us inside this year's workshop, where industry professionals from across sectors came together to shape the future of foodservice design. "When we come together as an industry to freely share knowledge and support one another, everyone wins," notes Alex, capturing the essence of what makes FEED extraordinary. Read the full article to discover how FEED is transforming foodservice design education and creating pathways for the next generation of industry leaders. ?? https://lnkd.in/e_svgWeN #FEED2025 #FoodserviceDesign #FCSI #ProfessionalDevelopment #FoodserviceConsulting #ContinuingEducation #IndustryLeadership #MyFCSI

?? Exciting News for those looking to enhance their careers in Foodservice Design! The FCSI Educational Foundation and Western Kentucky University are launching a groundbreaking Foodservice Design Certificate program this Spring. The innovative program is specifically designed for working professionals looking to advance their careers or break into the foodservice design industry. ?? Program Highlights: - Flexible online learning through Blackboard -8 days of hands-on, in-person instruction -Limited to 15 students for personalized attention -FCSI Educational Foundation recognized certificate upon completion -Comprehensive materials and textbooks included ?? March - July 2025 ?? Perfect for: -Current foodservice professionals -Designers looking to specialize -Industry professionals seeking certification -Career changers interested in foodservice design Investment: $3,699 (all-inclusive) Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your expertise in foodservice design with instruction from certified professionals in the field. Located conveniently between Nashville and Louisville, this program offers the perfect blend of online flexibility and hands-on learning. Limited seats available - secure yours today! Learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/dSdpnRHh #FoodserviceDesign #ProfessionalDevelopment #MyFCSI #ContinuingEducation #FoodserviceIndustry #DesignEducation IMPORTANT NOTE: This continuing education certificate program is separate from FCSI's Professional Membership certification process. While this program provides valuable education in foodservice design principles, it does not confer FCSI Professional Member status or credentials. This is intended for individuals exploring career pathways in foodservice design.