Welcome to the Wisconsin Section Website!

For information on the October Dinner Meeting, please click the Meetings and Events button.

* Letter from the Chair *

Just three short months ago, Hondo’s message began…”Summer is fast approaching and summer vacations will begin at the workplace soon! I wish everyone a safe and wonderful summer.” Well it’s hard to believe that Fall is now fast approaching and those vacation days are winding down. I hope it was indeed a safe and wonderful summer for all!

The Executive Committee has already begun plans for what we hope will be a fun and eventful year. We’ll kick off the year with the 3rd annual WIFT Golf Outing and Dinner on September 15th at Western Lakes Golf Club in Pewaukee. (Don’t forget to get your reservations in…now)!

Other events to watch for include: Moraine Park Technical College Culinary Arts Center dinner and tour in October in Fond du Lac; a brewery tour with beer and wine pairing; and, possibly a coffee and dessert (including chocolate!) presentation. And, of course, always a chance for quality speakers, networking and catching up with friends and colleagues.

Looking forward to a great year for WIFT.

Shelia Schroeder
WIFT Chair

Have Fun by Volunteering for WIFT

Wisconsin IFT needs you! Please consider volunteering to run for a WIFT Office, help with a specific event or serve on a committee.

Officer duties can be found on the WIFT website. Volunteering for WIFT provides excellent networking opportunities and professional recognition for you. For less of a commitment, WIFT also needs volunteers to help coordinate WIFT meetings throughout the year and serve on the golf outing, scholarship and other committees. If you are interested in volunteering in any capacity, please call Past Chair, Beth Ann Nylander.

One long-time volunteer says, “Volunteering for WIFT was one of the smartest, career-enhancing moves I’ve made. I’ve helped with many aspects of the section and developed my leadership skills. I have met many intelligent, savvy food professionals and students in Wisconsin. I have gained personal recognition from both the section and national IFT. And I had a great time doing it!”

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