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Quality Assurance Study Group

Learning and Networking on QA Issues in the Foodservice Business

The National Restaurant Association's Quality Assurance Executive Study Group welcomes the participation of restaurant industry professionals in a range of technical fields. Comprised of executives from restaurant companies that belong to the National Restaurant Association, our members are drawn from functions such as Quality Assurance/Quality Control, Food Science, R & D, Technical Services, and Operations.

The QA Study Group meets twice a year, providing informal, open and flexible forums to discuss such issues as food safety, quality assurance, nutrition, and other appropriate technical issues.

Spring 2012 Update

Dear NRA QA Executive Study Group Members,

Our annual meeting is currently scheduled for October 9-11, 2012. It will be held in Music City USA, Nashville, Tennessee. We are also planning a fun local activity and dinner event that you do not want to miss. The theme of the event this year is “The Times They Are A-Changin.” We plan on kicking off the meeting around 12:00pm on Tuesday October 9th and wrapping up the event by 12:30pm on Thursday October 11th.

As you all know, quality assurance and food safety is more complex today than ever. Staying in the forefront on the latest information is imperative. Acting on member feedback and a goal to provide relevant subject matter that enables us to stay on the forefront of emerging trends impacting our industry, a comprehensive educational program has been planned that incorporates a diverse mix of topics and speakers. Here is a sneak peak at some of the topics we have planned:

  • Keynote - Lessons Learned from Foodborne Illness Outbreaks
  • CFP and FDA Regulatory Updates
  • Behavior Based Training Solutions
  • Consumer Trends in Food Safety
  • Best Practices
  • Food Allergens
  • Distribution Challenges
  • Seafood and Menu Labeling
  • Traceability
  • Legal Perspective on Food Liability

We will also have a vendor exhibit hall for our specialized solution providers to demonstrate the latest technologies, products or services that they offer. This is a unique opportunity to see firsthand what is available to enhance your current program.

This must attend event will provide you with valuable relevant information and solutions across the entire food chain to ensure keeping your business safe. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to learn from top experts in the industry, network with colleagues to exchange valuable ideas and make meaningful connections, stay abreast of hot topics and gather information that you can immediately implement in your business.

We look forward to seeing you in Nashville!

Warmest Regards,

John Zimmermann
Sodexo
Chair, NRA QA Group

Eric Moore
Aramark
Co-Chair, NRA QA Group






The mission of the QA Group

The QA Study Group's mission is to provide:

  • A forum for restaurant industry technical management to network and share information of common interest for mutual benefit.
  • An opportunity to benchmark member programs against industry norms.
  • Non-binding advice to the National Restaurant Association with regard to industry positioning on a wide range of technical issues.
  • Educational updates on topics of current concern to members.


Here's how to join
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The Quality Assurance Executive Study Group is one of many study groups organized by the National Restaurant Association for its members. For more information please contact Niiyo Madison.




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