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We LOVE revisiting these videos and learning from our foodservice industry friends! Watch this short recap! In this episode of the "Keys to a Successful Dining Program" series, Sojo Alex chats with Angela Peterson from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University on their approach to gathering and acting on student input. Some key takeaways: 💡 NC A&T uses multiple channels to collect student feedback, including surveys, advisory boards, and open forums in the dining hall. 💡 When they implement changes based on student feedback, they make sure to acknowledge the students' role and "close the loop" to show the impact of their input. 💡 This transparent, data-driven approach helps build trust and engagement with the student community. Check out the full video at https://lnkd.in/eUeyiz2f to learn more about NC A&T's successful dining program strategy. #DataDrivenDecisions #studentFeedback #Foodservice #UniversityFoodservice #NACUFS #NACAS #MyFCSI #ResourceRoadblocks #surveys #e360 #Envision360 #communication

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 We are thrilled to announce that our very own Sojo Alex has been honored with the prestigious Daryl Van Hook Industry Award at #NACUFS2024! 🏆 This accolade recognizes her outstanding contributions and unwavering dedication to our field. We are incredibly proud to have her as a vital member of Envision Strategies. Congratulations, Sojo! Your hard work and commitment continue to inspire us all. 🎉 #NACUFS #AwardWinner #IndustryExcellence #ProudMoment #TeamRecognition

We invite you to meet with Rob White and Mindy Segal at #SCUP2024! We understand that each campus has unique challenges and opportunities. That's why Envision Strategies takes a customized approach to dining and facility planning. At Envision Strategies, we pride ourselves in our ability to partner with campus planning and architects to deliver tailored solutions that are not only functional but also elevate the overall campus atmosphere. We would love the chance to discuss how our expertise can benefit your institution. Discover innovative foodservice solutions with Envision Strategies! Society for College and University Planning (SCUP) #EnvisionStrategies #e360 #Envision360 #AIA #SCUP #UniversityPlanning #MasterPlanning #StrategicPlanning #CapitalProjectPlanning

✨ Special Limited Time Offer for #NACUFS2024! ✨ We are pleased to offer $700 off implementation or an equivalent contribution to your institution's food insecurity program. Visit the Envision Strategies team at Booth 524 at the NACUFS National Conference to learn more about how this can benefit your dining program! Envision360 is a comprehensive program designed to boost operational performance, customer satisfaction, and excellence in your dining program.  Developed with our partners at Touchwork, e360 is a suite of mobile auditing apps, DataView Dashboard and consulting support from our Envision Strategies team to drive real-time, data-based decisions in your dining program. Stop by the booth to learn more, or visit https://lnkd.in/ev52ht4h #NACUFS #NACUFS2024 #universitydining #collegedining #foodservice #MyFCSI #AIA #masterplanning #suppliersourcing #mealplans #e360 #Envision360

We are very excited to be attending the NACUFS 2024 National Conference! What are YOU most excited to see? Our team will be present and ready to chat about our fresh, innovative strategies to boost your dining program, answer any questions about dining master planning, supplier sourcing process, meal plan analysis, self-operated vs. contracted dining, get a quick demo of our NEW Envision360 version 1.5, and more! To learn more about Envision360 version 1.5, click here: https://lnkd.in/eMs9EN7F #NACUFS #NACUFS2024 #universitydining #collegedining #foodservice #MyFCSI #AIA #masterplanning #suppliersourcing #mealplans #e360 #Envision360

🌟 Welcome to "The Art of Culinary Spaces," featuring the amazing projects in the FCSI Project Showcase! 🌟 🎉 The University of Nevada, Las Vegas has unveiled a vibrant student life hub and multicultural center, blending foodservice with community-building. This project offers diverse dining options, including indoor/outdoor areas, a food court, late-night venues, a coffee shop, and a convenience store. 🌍❤️ 🔹 Spearheaded by Envision Strategies, this initiative fosters inclusivity and support. Sojo Alex, principal at Envision Strategies, says, "Dining is a magnet to bring various cultures together within the same space. Engagement matters when planning what is important to the customers.” 🍴🌐 👉 Watch the full video https://lnkd.in/e3XuXzjk to see how UNLV is redefining campus life! 📹 #CulinarySpaces #FCSIShowcase #UNLV #CampusLife #CommunityBuilding #Foodservice #Inclusivity #StudentLife #EnvisionStrategies #CampusDining #Innovation #HigherEd #MulticulturalCenter #SupportServices #VibrantSpaces

💡 Benefits of a Simplified Dining Program! 💡 Managing complex menus across multiple dining locations comes with challenges, but simplification can ease that burden. At Cornell University, their 10 all-you-can-eat dining halls each ran unique menu cycles - an understandably complex system to coordinate. However, when supply chain issues arose, simplifying menus allowed for flexibility that proved "very, very beneficial," according to Dining Director Dustin Cutler. By standardizing items and substituting as needed, they could continue serving students consistently despite shortages. Simplification took the stress off an already taxed staff during difficult times. It also meant less wasted resources trying to source hard-to-find ingredients for multiple menus. Streamlining operations in this way empowered Cornell. Whether you run a large university dining program or a small business cafeteria, taking complexity out of the equation can boost your ability to adapt. 👉 Revisit the full version of this insightful conversation between Rob White & Dustin at https://lnkd.in/euqfHwQj #simplify #universitydining #foodservice #NACAS #NACUFS #myFCSI #overcomingcomplexity #thoughtleadership #e360 #Envision360

Can your dining operation benefit from regular internal audits? The fall semester is right around the corner! 📘 👉 eBook Download! https://lnkd.in/d6Fwpncf Enjoy this quick read written by our consultants at Envision Strategies! Internal auditing is essential for ensuring the smooth functioning of college and university foodservice operations. Regular audits provide administrators with a variety of advantages. Learn more about how the consultants at Envision Strategies approach this with this easy-to-read and FREE download: https://lnkd.in/d6Fwpncf #UniversityDining #CollegeDining #ContractAdministration #Foodservice #DiningAudits #NACAS #NACUFS #Envision360 #e360 #KPIs #Compliance #MissionAlignment #CommunicatingExpectations

📽 Check out this video trailer detailing the sustainable dining initiatives at Appalachian State University! In this short video, Elizabeth Riede, Executive Director of Campus Dining, tells Sojo Alex of their reusable to-go container program that significantly reduces single-use waste from their dining halls. 🤔 How does it work? We're glad you asked! Students check out a reusable container like a library book, use it, and return it after their meal. The program allows the university to track how much waste is diverted from landfills and how much water is saved. It also lets students see their own sustainability impact. To learn more details about how the program works, among all of the other amazing efforts at App State, click the link to watch the full video! 👉 https://lnkd.in/dMA23kyU

📰 Read all about it! 👉 https://lnkd.in/dNvtE34A Our entire team at Envision Strategies is grateful to have our partnership with Trinity University and the incredible Diana Heeren featured by FCSI The Americas. Thank you!