Society for Hospitality and Foodservice (SHFM) Foundation

The Society for Hospitality and Foodservice Management Foundation is thrilled to share a 2025 Fellowship Program Update! Our fellows will be headed to New York City on April 2 to attend our Young Professional Summit and Critical Issues Conference. During the events, the participants will have the opportunity to hear and network with industry professionals from around the country. Prior to attending these events, the Fellows were paired up with mentors from our membership. A special thank you to the Spring Mentors for their guidance and drive to inspire the next generation of leaders: Lauren Beckwith Jeanine Cosgrove-Albert Carolyn Ellison Hannah Guy Ryan King Ken Misterly Michael Moore James Reardon Anthony Salazar To learn more about the Foundation and upcoming SHFM events, visit: https://shfm-online.org/

?? Exciting News from the SHFM Foundation! ?? In the heart of the hospitality and food service industry, it's the passion and innovation of talented individuals that fuel our future. That's why at SHFM, we're dedicated to nurturing the next wave of professionals and highlighting the vibrant opportunities our industry has to offer. With immense pride and joy, we're thrilled to announce the recipients of our third annual SHFM Foundation Fellowship Program! ?????????? Stay tuned as we share their journeys and the extraordinary contributions we know they will bring to our industry. Let's celebrate the bright future ahead, together! ?? #SHFMFellowship #HospitalityHeroes #FutureOfFoodService #TalentUnleashed #MeetTheFellows

The East Tennessee State University SHFM Student Chapter had the exciting opportunity to tour a comprehensive, full-service hotel, where they explored both the Back of House (BOH) and Front of House (FOH) areas. During the visit, the students engaged with the hotel’s leadership team, who shared valuable insights into the hospitality industry. They had the chance to discuss various career paths within the hotel sector, learn about the skills necessary for success, and gain a deeper understanding of the transferrable skills that can be applied across different roles and industries. To learn more about the SHFM Foundation and programs, visit https://lnkd.in/dQRnsFTV #SHFMFoundation #ETSU #leadership #hospitality #foodservice

The East Tennessee State University SHFM Student Chapter had the honor of attending and supporting the High School Culinary Competition a few weeks ago. The event took place at the iconic Bristol Motor Speedway, where the club was actively involved in providing support for eight talented high school culinary teams from the area. It was an exciting and inspiring day, watching these young chefs showcase their skills and creativity in a fast-paced, high-energy environment. The club was thrilled to be a part of this wonderful opportunity to encourage and celebrate the next generation of culinary talent. To learn more about starting an SHFM student chapter, please visit: https://lnkd.in/dQRnsFTV #SHFMFoundation #ETSUclub #SHFMClub #culinary

East Tennessee State University proudly joined our network as one of our newest student chapters, officially launching late last year. To kick off their involvement, the ETSU SHFM Chapter hosted an engaging tabling event on January 27th. The event was a great success in raising awareness about the chapter and encouraging new members to join, strengthening the community and the future of the organization. We're excited to see the continued growth and enthusiasm from the ETSU team! #shfmfoundation? #ETSUteam? #hospitality #foodservice

A huge thank you to The SHFM Student Chapter at Johnson & Wales for baking 100 Valentine’s Day cupcakes to support their fundraising efforts! All the funds raised will help send the students to our National Conference in Palm Springs. We’re fortunate to have such creative and supportive students! #fundraiser #valentinesday #studentchapter #SHFMfoundation

Society For Hospitality and Foodservice Management (SHFM) President Shayne Varnum recently met with new SHFM Student member Emma Wells, who is currently interning at a hotel in New York and is particularly interested in guest services. Over the past few years, SHFM and The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) have developed a strong relationship, with some SHFM members being graduates of the CIA. One notable CIA alumnus, Brian O'Connor, participated in the SHFM Foundation Fellowship Program, further strengthening the bond between the two organizations. Emma’s involvement with SHFM marks a continuation of this collaboration, as she looks forward to pursuing her passion in hospitality. #shfmfoundation #student #member #intern

Our JWU student chapter supporting a great cause! The student chapter of the Johnson and Wales Society for Hospitality and Foodservice Management participated in the College of Hospitality Management’s annual food drive, a competition where hospitality clubs race to gather the most cans and non-perishable food items for the Rhode Island Community Food Bank. The chapter emerged victorious, collecting the most items of any participating club and earning a beautiful trophy as a testament to their success. #JWU #johnsonandwales #studentchapter #shfmfoundation

The SHFM Foundation is excited to introduce a very special project for 2025! Student member Sophia LeFaivre is studying abroad in Italy and is sharing her journey with us! From Sophia: "I’m happy to share that I’ve joined SHFM as the Global ‘Ambassador’ for ‘Sophia's Passport to Hospitality.’ This initiative is all about exploring and highlighting the unique stories, cultures, and ideas that shape the hospitality industry. I'm looking forward to sharing thoughtful conversations, lessons from the field, and inspiring experiences along the way.”

We are excited to introduce SHFM's new Student Board Advisor, Maya Dhande from Michigan State University! Maya brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to the role, and we are confident she will be an exceptional mentor and guide for both our members in the organization and fellow students at Michigan State. We are thrilled to have her on board and look forward to the valuable insights she will bring to the SHFM community! #SHFMstudentboard #SHFMstudents #SHFMfoundation