- Manage ACF as a business.
- Perform in a manner recognizing that ACF’s mission is to serve the needs of members.
- Provide transparent accountability for spending and investing of funds.
- Implementing standard policies and procedures that govern the judicious spending of funds.
- Present a manageable budget that recognizes flexibility and positive cash flow.
- Work on developing membership funds to chapters financially that are sensible and equitable.
Membership Empowerment
- Establish confidence within ACF to develop a cohesive administration involving the expertise of our members.
- Encourage member participation in fostering a positive ACF experience through chapter meetings and, committee involvement.
- Redefine and provide tools to enhance membership recruitment and grassroots volunteer efforts
Building for the Future
- Continue to develop program incentives to ease the transition from Student Culinarian to Culinarian.
- Provide networking and mentoring opportunities to cultivate future ACF leaders.
- Further develop partnerships by reaching out to non-traditional culinary chefs.
- Work with our “Youth Movement Committee” and other industry alliances to develop stronger ties with our secondary programs as they transition into our career or continue the education.
Membership Value and Growth
- Establish a retirement plan for our Professional Members.
- Support the certification commission to create a standard for certification in our industry.
- Effectively communicate information in a timely manner.
Public Awareness
- Create a strategic public relations vision.
- Continue to grow our partnership with the US Department of Agriculture and Health and Human Services; Uphold and further collaborate with US Armed Forces.
