April 14-18, 2025

Dallas, Texas

CACFP · Afterschool Meals · Summer Food

Discover the Power of Networking!

There will be plenty of opportunities to meet new peers at this year’s conference! Many of our attendees leave the conference having expanded their professional network by at least one meaningful connection. So, we encourage you to get out there and find your people!

Don’t forget about hallway conversations! If you’ve got some spare time in between sessions, strike up a conversation with someone that you have seen around the conference. You’ll probably find that you have tons in common, especially with those who are attending the same sessions as you!

There's a networking opportunity every day of the week!

Monday, April 14

4:30 pm - 5:00 pm | Professional Networking Strategies and Tips
Join us to learn how to implement strategies both in person and on social media to help meet people and advance your career. Afterwards we’ll head to the Regional Networking Reception together to put our skills to the test!

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm | Regional Networking
Don’t go home without connecting with people who work where you do. Take this time to meet and network with others from your region and make connections that will last long after the conference.

Tuesday, April 15

8:00 am - 9:00 am | Group Meetups

Back this year by popular demand! Meet with people who do what you do everyday! Join your moderator and colleagues to talk about workplace issues. Find a mentor. Share your experience. Make contacts. Talk shop and learn from one another. This is one of the most powerful sessions at the conference and can’t be missed.

Group Meetups

Centers - Adult Care
Centers – Afterschool
CACFP Sponsor ED/CEO
CACFP Sponsor of Afterschool Meals
CACFP Sponsor of Centers
CACFP Sponsor of Family Child Care Home
Claims Administrators
Cooks
Child Care Centers Directors
Family Home Providers
Field Monitors
Food Banks
Head Start Managers
Schools – Afterschool
Schools - Summer Food
State Agency ARAS
State Agency CACFP
State Agency Directors
State Agency Nutritionists
State Agency - SUN Meals
Emergency Shelters
Nutritionists
Summer Food
Tribal Nations

11:00 am - 12:30 pm | State Agency Office Hours

This is a unique opportunity for attendees to connect in-person with their State Agency through open office hours. Drop by your state's office to ask questions, get clarification, or just say hello.

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm | Welcome Reception

Mix and mingle with other professionals at the conference! Whether you’re a first-time attendee or ten-year veteran, join us in the Exhibit Hall to catch up with peers and create new connections!

Wednesday, April 16

7:00 am - 8:00 am | Continental Breakfast, Coffee & Conversation
While you’re getting the day started with our breakfast buffet, find someone new to talk to and discuss what you’ve learned so far and what sessions you look forward to attending for the day.

5:00 pm - 5:30 pm | CACFP Professionals’ Networking
We celebrate and commend those who have obtained the highest level of CACFP professional acknowledgment by earning their certification as a Management Professional and/or Child Nutrition Professional. Get your certification today to network with other professionals

Thursday, April 17

Friday, April 18

8:00 am - 9:00 am | Rising Leaders Coffee Hour
You’re ambitious and passionate about the CACFP. Join us for a cup of coffee while we talk about how you can get more involved in the association and become a leader in your program.