SDA Happenings
Seafood That Matters: Elevating Health, Sustainability, and Guest Engagement
Join Barton Seaver, a renowned expert in sustainable seafood and public health, as he explores how to source responsibly while delivering exceptional taste and health benefits. This session will provide actionable strategies for integrating sustainable seafood into menus that meet budgetary constraints, delight residents, and support environmental goals. Attendees will leave inspired with practical insights to elevate their dining programs through seafood that matters.
Dining Concierge: Enhancing Resident Experiences
A Dining Concierge service simplifies and personalizes senior living dining by centralizing support for reservations, takeout, and event sign-ups. This service accommodates varying tech abilities and fosters confidence and satisfaction among residents. By streamlining communication and offering tailored assistance, the Dining Concierge ensures a stress-free and enjoyable dining experience.
Engaging Residents: Personalizing the Onboarding Experience
Discover how to enhance resident satisfaction and foster meaningful relationships from day one with a personalized orientation program. This session will guide you through proven strategies to engage new residents, establish rapport, and gather valuable feedback to continuously improve dining services.
Crafting Your Brand Story: Inspiring Employees, Residents, and Prospects
Your brand story isn’t just about differentiation—it’s about connection. In this interactive session, learn how to identify your organization’s core values and craft a narrative that resonates with employees, potential residents, and their families. A strong brand story can attract and retain top talent, inspire loyalty, and foster trust with new and prospective residents. Discover how to deliver a compelling elevator pitch that communicates your unique value, builds relationships, and sets you apart in the marketplace.
SDA & LeadingAge NC Hospitality Summit
Hosted by the Senior Dining Association and LeadingAge North Carolina, this one-day summit brings together senior living professionals, dining leaders, and industry partners for meaningful conversations and actionable takeaways.
The agenda will spotlight dining innovation, workforce development, and leadership growth—focusing on strategies that strengthen culture, inspire teams, and elevate the hospitality experience across communities.
The Future of Senior Living Hospitality: Emerging Trends and Dining Innovations
How can innovative approaches transform senior living dining? This panel of industry leaders will explore how emerging trends enhance resident experiences, foster a greater sense of community, and improve operational efficiency. From modern dining concepts to technology-driven enhancements, discover practical ideas to create engaging, future-ready dining environments in your community.
Save the date
Join us for the SYNERGY | Senior Dining & Hospitality Conference 2026, happening April 14-17 in beautiful Charlotte, NC!
Don't miss this incredible opportunity to connect with industry leaders, gain insights, and elevate your dining and hospitality operations.
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Senior Dining Careers Find the best jobs and hire the best talent.
The SDA has launched Senior Dining Careers that allows organizations to post positions they seek to fill for as little as $4/month. Member Benefit: FREE POSTINGS FOR SDA MEMBERS
