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SUMMARY:Follett Factory & Product Training
DESCRIPTION:Provided by Middleby\n13 CEUs available\nDecember 2-5\, 2025 \nMiddleby invites you to experience the cleanest\, safest\, and smartest ice on the market! \nThis exclusive session is a focused factory training hosted by Follett Products\, where we’ll dive deep into everything nugget ice—from what makes it the consumer favorite to how it transforms operations in foodservice\, healthcare\, and workplace settings. \nHeld in the beautiful\, historic town of Bethlehem\, Pennsylvania\, this immersive event is specifically designed for design consultants who want to strengthen their understanding of Follett solutions and stay at the forefront of equipment innovation. \nCome see why nugget ice isn’t just a trend—it’s a category-defining standard. Become your client’s go-to expert on the industry’s cleanest\, safest\, and most beloved ice solution. \nFollett Factory Training Details and Registration Page – https://solutions.middleby.com/follett-factory-training-2025 \n 
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/follett-factory-product-training/
LOCATION:Follett Products LLC\, 801 Church Lane\, Easton\, PA
CATEGORIES:EPP Set Date Events - TA
ORGANIZER;CN="Meghan Daro":MAILTO:mdaro@middleby.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T170000
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SUMMARY:Welbilt Brands 2025 Roadshow
DESCRIPTION:3 CEUs available \nAgenda: \nEach roadshow event will last three hours\, covering all ten attending brands.  During the event\, each brand will present its latest innovations and discuss industry trends\, including: \n\nVentless applications\nSustainability\nElectrification\nKitchens\, and more\n\nTo register\, contact Jeremy Strege at 727-946-3363 or jeremy.strege@welbilt.com 
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/welbilt-brands-2025-roadshow-3/
LOCATION:Kain-McArthur\, 2000 E. Prairie Circle\, Olathe\, KS\, 66062
CATEGORIES:EPP Set Date Events - TA
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeremy Strege":MAILTO:jeremy.strege@welbilt.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251204T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251204T170000
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SUMMARY:Inform Presents an FCSI Demo Day
DESCRIPTION:Provided by Inform Food Service Solutions\, Rational\, BSI\, Irinox\, and Montague\n8.75 CEUs available \nAGENDA\n\nBlast Chilling/Freezing\nThe Re-definition of Fresh (2hr)\n    Blast Chiller/Shock Freezing:\nCombi Oven: (2hr 30min)\nFood Shields (1hr 15min)\nRanges\, Convection\, Suites and Broiler (2Hrs)\nFood Service Technology Center Lab Tour (1hr) \nTo register\, contact Scott McCarthy at Scott@informfoodservice.com
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/inform-presents-an-fcsi-demo-day-2/
LOCATION:Food Service Technology Center\, 1075 Serpentine Ln\, Suite B\, Pleasanton\, CA\, 94566
CATEGORIES:EPP Set Date Events - TA
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SUMMARY:Designing the All-Day Bar: From Coffee to Cocktails
DESCRIPTION:Provided by EuroBar\n1 CEU available \nAs dining spaces evolve\, so does the role of the bar. Today’s most engaging venues are reimagining their beverage programs to span the entire day—serving coffee drinks in the morning\, non-alc cocktails and aperitivos by afternoon\, and cocktails by night. This session explores how design consultants can create flexible\, efficient\, and visually stunning bar environments that shift seamlessly between service styles. \nLed by Livio Lauro\, Drinks Expert and Bar Designer\, this session will dive into layout considerations and how to specify equipment that supports multiple beverage formats without compromising workflow or aesthetics—ideal for hotels\, restaurants\, lounges\, coffee shops\, and multi-use spaces. \nLearning Objective 1: Industry Shift: Why all-day beverage concepts are growing\nLearning Objective 2: Design Principals for the All-Day Bar\nLearning Objective 3: Equipment Strategies for Seamless Transitions \nTo access the webinar\, click HERE
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/designing-the-all-day-bar-from-coffee-to-cocktails/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:EPP Set Date Events - TA,EPP Webinar - TA
ORGANIZER;CN="Tracy Beyer":MAILTO:tracy@eurobarstation.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251218T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251218T120000
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SUMMARY:Resi-Mercial: Where Commercial and Residential Design Meet
DESCRIPTION:Provided by Middleby\n1 CEU available \nThis course explores the trends of Resi-Merical design which blends residential-like and commercial elements to create functional stylish spaces. The course will cover how residential appliances used in settings like offices\, hotels\, and healthcare to improve comfort and end-user experiences. The course also looks at important factors like power\, customization and how to seamlessly fit these appliances into commercial settings. Finally\, it provides guidances on when to use Resi-Mercial appliances highlighting best uses for them where they may not be suitable. \nREGISTER
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/4510/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:EPP Set Date Events - TA,EPP Webinar - TA
ORGANIZER;CN="Hannah Guy":MAILTO:hguy@middleby.com
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T144850Z
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SUMMARY:The Ice Equation
DESCRIPTION:Provided by Middleby\n1 CEU available \nThis course delivers a quick\, practical overview of why ice is critical to the guest experience and smooth operations. Participants will learn how ice quality affects perception\, service speed\, and costs\, and gain a clear understanding of the major ice types and where each is best used. The session covers front vs. back-of-house needs\, how to size production and storage for peak demand\, and how real-world operations turn these calculations into the right equipment choices. Attendees will leave with a simple framework for selecting the ideal Middleby ice solution based on ice type\, capacity\, footprint\, and operational goals. \nREGISTER\n 
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/the-ice-equation/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:EPP Set Date Events - TA,EPP Webinar - TA
ORGANIZER;CN="Hannah Guy":MAILTO:hguy@middleby.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251226T120000
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CREATED:20250127T221546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T204043Z
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SUMMARY:Fryer Specifying 101
DESCRIPTION:Provided by Frymaster\n.5 CEU available \nSummary:\nTo provide an overview of questions to ask and get answered when specifying a commercial fryer with your clients. \nAvailable the last Friday of each month at 12:00 pm Eastern Time.\nTraining Login Information\nJoin the meeting now\nMeeting ID: 231 803 714 386\nPasscode: bH7J6PQ6 \nFor questions\, contact Kirk Gross\, kirk.goss@frymaster.com or 770-880-4124
URL:https://fcsita.org/event/fryer-specifying-101/2025-12-26/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:EPP Set Date Events - TA,EPP Webinar - TA
ORGANIZER;CN="Kirk Gross":MAILTO:kirk.goss@frymaster.com
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