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Did you know that as a member of CSIFT that you have access to all of the newsletters since 2007?
In addition, you can search for particular topics or speakers using the Search Feature in the Members-Only Website.
Also, take advantage of the online membership directory to find a "lost" associate or to follow up on a sales lead.
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CSIFT Leadership Team
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Officers:John Chambers, Chair John Budin, Chair Elect Olivia Klose, Secretary James Colby, Treasurer
Executive Committee:
Bill Becht
Glenn Bluemer
Mike Carson
Laura Colby
Laura Gray
Jan Miller
Sue Monckton
Linda Perucca
Keith Shafer
Manoj Shah
Timothy Stubbs
Mike Wanous
We are always looking for volunteers to help with the work of the Section - get involved today! Contact BusinessOffice@ChicagoIFT.org
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Issue: #1
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September 19, 2013
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Message from Our Chair John Chambers
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Chicago Section IFT 2013-2014 Chair DMH Ingredients
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Dear CSIFT Members,
I hope you all have enjoyed your summer! As I sat down to write this message, I couldn't resist but think of the championship run the Chicago Blackhawks had. I was amazed by the teamwork and perseverance it took to overcome being down 1-3 in the Detroit series to eventually coming back and wining in overtime of game 7 of that series. Then to play together and bring home the championship against the Bruins was simply magnificent.
 I believe with teamwork and dedication we can continue to keep Chicago Section IFT the biggest and the best in the country!
This s year Chicago hosted the IFT Annual meeting and Food Expo in July. There were over 23,500 people registered for the event with 1,183 exhibitors. The Chicago Section IFT was awarded $500.00 by IFT for participating in the 2013 IFT Section Challenge. Our Section had highest percentage of members in attendance.
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"10 Things I Wish I Knew When I was Beginning my Career." Russell Moroz, VP Kraft Foods Speaks at October 21 Dinner Meeting
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| | October 21, 2013 Dinner Meeting at Carslisle in Lombard
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Russell Moroz, VP Research Development & Quality, Kraft Foods
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Our educations prepare us with the technical knowledge we need to be successful in our chosen fields of work. Those of us who pursue science and engineering degrees also learn critical skills well beyond the content of our courses: problem solving, innovation, and leadership. And, we are offered a host of experiences that broaden our perspectives and provide opportunities to practically apply what we have learned in class, including study abroad programs, undergraduate research projects, and internships.
What few of us leave school with, however, are those things that we typically learn over many years from diverse experiences, impactful coaches, and wise mentors. These insights can layer a whole different set of skills and behaviors on top of a strong educational foundation, perhaps making the difference between being good at what we do, and being great. They set us apart from others and help make us "known" for something. Applied to our lives outside of work, they can enable us to make bigger impacts to our friends, our families, and our society. Read entire abstract.
Register Today!
Volunteers Needed for Student Night!
The Hospitality Committee of CSIFT is responsible for the success of its annual Student Night event. In order to make it successful we need your help! Please contact Keith Shafer (keithmmman1@hotmail.com) if you can help. Volunteers are needed for the following activities:
1. Resume building (3-4 PM). You get to meet one on one with students (maybe more than one at a time) and review their resumes and give them help based on what your experiences are. We do have recruiters involved, but we also need some lay people to help.
2. Speed networking (4-5 PM). You work firsthand with students to answer questions they may have about industry, moving into industry, the first job, etc.
3. Goodie bags. We like to give the students something from the night's activities. Company give-aways or related materials would be great. These items can either be brought early on the evening of the event or sent to Keith Shafer (keithmmman1@hotmail.com) prior to October 19. We expect to have 60 students. Read entire article
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Thanks to Pepsico for Sponsoring the Student Dinners!
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Register Today for the October 21, 2013 Dinner Meeting
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4:00-5:00 PM EXCOM Meeting
5:00-6:00 PM Social Hour
6:00-8:30 PM Dinner followed by Speaker
Dinner
Appetizers during social hour include Mandarin Egg rolls, tangy Cocktail Meatballs, Spinach Cheese Blossom, and Sweet and Spicy Plum Chicken. The dinner buffet includes a choice of the following:
- Roast Sirloin of Beef with a burgundy mushroom sauce
- Breast of Chicken served with white wine sauce
- White Fish Oven Roasted with olive oil, lemon, and oregano
- Chef's Choice Pasta with Marina / Alfredo on side
Meals come with Glazed Carrots with Sesame Herb Sugar Snap Peas, Tossed Garden Greens, and Butter Whipped Potatoes & Dessert
Cost: $50.00 Members & Sponsored Student Dinners
$60.00 Non-members
After Thursday, October 17 at 5:00 PM all prices are $60.00
$25.00 / 30.00) Student Members, Emeritus Members, & Unemployed Members (use voucher #UNEMP-1010050)
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September Newsletter Sponsor
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Applied food science, regulatory and consumer
trend speakers help provide
"Sophisticated solutions for simplified products."
For all details click on the image to learn more!
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Suppliers' Night Wednesday, November 13, 2013
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| Join 500 Exhibitors and 3000 Attendees
Celebrate Suppliers' Night in style! Participate in one of the Nation's Largest Regional Food Technology Exhibitions! Accomplish in one afternoon what might otherwise take a year of appointments. Download brochure Join us at the 6th Annual Innovation NOW! Forum. It is an opportunity to learn from industry experts. This year's theme is
"The Food Industry: The Sweet & Spice of Life."
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Technical Breakfast Session: November 20, 2013
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Deciphering FSMA: Implications of Legislation & Recent Food Safety Findings
Join members and friends of Chicago Section IFT as we launch our final Technical Session of 2013. Representatives from the Institute for Food Safety & Health, and others, are presenting at the Breakfast Program. Program is being sponsored by Northland Labs.
Robert Brackett, IIT VP and IFSH Director - Presenter Read bio
Schedule
7:00 - 7:30 AM - Registration
7:30 - 9:45 AM - Presentations
9:45-10:30 IFSH Facility Tour (optional)
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October 21 Dinner Meeting Sponsor
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Dempsey Corporation is pleased to support the Chicago Section IFT as a Bronze Sponsor. Our Company believes strongly in local support of the IFT Sections and we are pleased to Sponsor the October Dinner! To read more about Dempsey and their offerings click here.
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Remembering F. Glenn Connick
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Dean Duxbury shares his thoughts on the passing of his good friend F. Glenn Connick on June 20th, 2013.
The attached Obituary and Memorial Service are for you to remember Glenn, and although you may not have attended it in Downers Grove, we did honor him for his active Membership in CSIFT. Read Obituary and Emeritus Member Article.
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Join the New Professionals!
The New Professionals are off to a great start for the 2013-2014 year. We received feedback from attendees on past events and got ideas for future ones. Our first gathering was miniature golf on Thursday, September 19th.
Also, save the date for October 16th when we will tour the Goose Island Brewery. Later this year will have a trivia night, a volunteer event, and of course Whirlyball!
Please register for all events on our webpage.
http://chicagoift.org/newprofessionals.html
Don't forget to bring your business cards and new co-workers!
Co-Chairs
Niki Baron
Molly Connor
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September Employment Opportunities
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 Job Postings Available Here: Click Here
The CSIFT Employment Committee publishes the employment newsletter, as a free service to Chicago Section IFT members, posting current job listings. As an active member you may view these listings and contact a member of the committee for further information.
If you have any questions about a current listing or would like to post an employment notice, please contact Gary Wills, Chair, Employment Committee at (708) 214-6689 or at garwil526@aol.com.
Any active member of the CSIFT may post their own job listing to the CSIFT LinkedIn, as well as in our newsletter.
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Cog Hill Golf Outing Raises Over $15K for Scholarships
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|  This year's CSIFT golf outing could not have been any nicer. With a record attendance of over 320 golfers on two courses plus several foursomes who had the opportunity to golf on the famous Dubs Dread course, this year's golf outing was a smashing success. Under the strong leadership of Golf Outing Committee co-chairs, Mike Hosler and John Fenstermacher and our generous sponsors, the event raised $15,612.00 for the CSIFT Scholarship Fund. See the Golf Outing Brochure for a complete listing of our sponsors and the volunteers who supported the event and who we couldn't do without! |
Program Chair John Budin Reflects on the September Dinner Meeting
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|  Food and Nutrition Labeling: What are we really looking for? Janet E. Collins, Ph.D., R.D., CFS, IFT President I was very pleased to see everyone at the 2013-2014 Kickoff Meeting of the Chicago Section IFT. The Section is happy to announce that we had approximately 110 people attend and we wish to extend a warm welcome to the 20+ first-time CSIFT Dinner Meeting attendees. We were very fortunate to have Dr. Janet Collins, President of IFT, as our guest speaker for the dinner meeting held at Rosewood Restaurant in Rosemont, IL. Janet is a food scientist and nutritionist with over 35-years of international experience and is relied on as a subject matter expert in food science and nutrition dietary guidance. Janet has expertise in meat science, food safety, food labeling and claims, food regulations and international food trade. Read entire article Download pdf presentation Download Audio & Video Presentation |
First Annual Picnic in the Park
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In early August we held our 1st annual Picnic in the Park. It was fun social event for CSIFT members that included a friendly Baggo tournament.
We look forward to holding more social events like this. Please give us feedback on when and where you would like to see more of these events. Contact CSIFT Chair John Chambers with your ideas: jchambers@dmhingredients.com. Check out some more pictures!
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