Join Us for the 2025 NJFPA Annual Conference!
2025 NJFPA Annual Conference
When: Thursday, March 6 – Friday, March 7, 2025
Where: Harrah's Resort Atlantic City, 777 Harrah’s Blvd, Atlantic City, NJ
Event Highlights
Educational Program Themes
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Food Safety
Learn from food safety experts from WaWa and Jersey Mike’s on how to protect your business in light of recent industry recalls, such as the Boar’s Head meats and poultry incident.
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Grant Opportunities
Discover how to access grant funding to support your processing efforts. A panel led by New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Ed Wengren will guide you through available resources.
Key Sessions
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Closing Session Fireside Chat
Hosted by New Jersey Food Council President Linda Doherty, featuring Darren Caudill, Chief Sales Officer at Wakefern Food Corp. Topics include securing shelf space, evolving consumer preferences, and innovative marketing strategies.
Conference Schedule
Thursday, March 6
| 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM |
Registration Open |
| 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM |
Exhibits Set-Up
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| 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM |
Opening Reception and Networking in the Exhibit Hall
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Friday, March 7
| 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM |
Registration Open
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| 7:45 AM – 8:30 AM |
Networking with Coffee and Pastries in the Exhibit Hall |
| 8:30 AM – 9:45 AM |
General Session 1: Grants and Free Money! |
| 9:45 AM – 10:00 AM |
Coffee Break in the Meeting Hall
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| 10:00 AM – 11:15 AM |
General Session 2: Food Safety – The Deli Recall
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| 11:15 AM – 12:00 PM |
Networking Break in the Exhibit Hall
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| 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM |
Awards Luncheon
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| 1:15 PM – 2:30 PM |
Closing General Session: Fireside Chat with NJ Food Council President Linda Doherty and Wakefern Foods Chief Sales Officer Darren Caudill
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| 2:30 PM |
Conference Adjourns
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Registration Information
Registration Fees
- Individual Attendees: $250 (Members) | $525 (Non-Members)
- Exhibitor Packages: $1,100 (Members) | $1,550 (Non-Members) – includes 2 attendees
- Additional Exhibitor Attendees: $225 each
Hotel Accommodations
Book your stay at Harrah’s Resort Atlantic City and take advantage of the special group rate:
- Rate: $81+ per night (plus $15 daily resort fee)
- Booking Deadline: February 12, 2025
- Amenities: In-room Wi-Fi, parking credit, and fitness center access
- Book Your Stay Here
Exhibitor Information
Confirmed exhibitors will receive detailed instructions for electric orders and shipping. Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your business to industry professionals.
Have questions? Email us at [email protected] or call (609) 297-2209.
Want to see more of these events? Reach out to the event committee and get involved!
* All events are subject to the NJFPA's cancellation policy.
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