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What's New at the USPCA

Industry News

August 22, 2008

In her opening address at the 2008 United States Personal Chef Conference in Tucson on August 2, 2008, Gail Kenagy, President of the USPCA, talked about her efforts to expand the awareness of the Personal Chef industry and increase public awareness and knowledge regarding personal chefs.

As part of that effort, Gail extended an invitation to Sharon Worster and Brent Evans of the Personal Chef Network (PCN) to attend the Tucson conference. Although their schedules did not allow them to attend, they have invited Gail to attend the PCN Symposium on October 15, 2008.

At the Symposium, Gail will participate with Sharon and Brent on a panel discussion about the future of the personal chef industry, cooperation vs. competition, and national and local gatherings.

Stay tuned for more exciting updates from Gail as she works to promote the personal chef industry and build public awareness regarding personal chefs.

2009 USPCA National Conference Announced

July 3, 2008

The 2009 United States Personal Chef Association conference will be held in New Orleans, Louisiana on July 23 - 26. The location is the Marriott Hotel at 555 Canal Street in the French Quarter.

Stay tuned for more information about this exciting event!

Go to http://www.personalchefconference.com/ for details about the 2008 conference in Tucson, Arizona.

USPCA Podcast - July 2008

July 3, 2008

Check out this month's podcast. You will hear a conversation with Chef Robyn Barber and Chef Wendy Gauthier regarding their experiences in the personal chef industry. Plus a special announcement about the 2009 USPCA National Conference!


Click here to go to the Podcast page!