School Nutrition and Industry Partner ("SNIP") Conference

New Dates and Location!

October 23-25, 2024

Wednesday-Friday

Grand View Lodge, Nisswa, MN

ABOUT SNIP

The School Nutrition and Industry Partner ("SNIP") Conference is an annual convening for sharing, learning, and networking between school nutrition professionals and industry partners. This is a time for the community of school nutrition directors and industry partners to come together to grow as professionals and discuss how we can better serve our kids at school. View the 2024 SNIP Schedule.

WHO ATTENDS THE SNIP CONFERENCE?

As in our name, SNIP is a time for school nutrition directors/purchasers and industry members to convene. SNIP is intended for school purchasers. If you are a manager but also make purchasing decisions, SNIP is for you! We know many managers are also involved in purchasing decisions for their district.

IS THERE ANY "SELLING" AT SNIP?

No! SNIP is for collaboration and networking amongst school nutrition directors/purchasers and industry members. SNIP is not about selling and discussing “work,” but rather about discussing trends in the industry and how we can better serve Minnesota's kids. There is no food show, and selling is not allowed at the SNIP conference.

Hear from SNIP Co-chairs, Sarah Motl and Mike DeRosia as they provide insight into SNIP 2024 and what you can look forward to as an attendee!

SNIP Co-chairs' Greeting

SNIP FAQs

Curious about what to expect, including what to wear, CEUs, tips for first-timers, and more! Check out the frequently asked questions by clicking below.

SNIP Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Before 09/27 at 5:00 PM, CT: $350 for Members | $450 for Non-Members
After 09/27 at 5:00 PM, CT: $485 for Non-Members
Note: Registration is online only. You will have the option to pay via credit card or be sent an invoice.

**OUR ADDRESS HAS CHANGED AS OF OCTOBER 2023**
Please mail all checks to 1400 Van Buren St. NE #200-239, Minneapolis, MN 55413.

REGISTER FOR SNIP 2024

Help us structure the SNIP forum! This Friday morning event is a chance for nutrition and industry professionals to ask questions, identify challenges, and collaborate on solutions! During registration, you will be asked your top 3-5 areas of concern in the industry and a topic area that you would like more assistance/support with.

VIEW THE 2024 SNIP SCHEDULE HERE

BREAKOUT SESSIONS & SPEAKERS
KEYNOTE SPEAKER DETAILS

Get excited for activities such as:

'Poker Walk' Nature Hike
'Meat & Greet' meat raffle event
Group Wellness Activity - Yoga!
Friday Morning SNIP Forum
Prizes, Networking, Laughter, & More!

Thank you for supporting these activities, sponsors! Scroll to the bottom to check out our sponsors.

SNIP FORUM

A trademark of SNIP is our SNIP Forum, held on Friday morning. This is a session in which nutrition and industry professionals ask each other questions, identify challenges, and collaborate on solutions.

To structure the forum, during registration, attendees are asked their top areas of concern in the industry and areas they need support with.

NEW CABIN FORMAT!

Lodging Link: https://grandviewlodge.formstack.com/forms/snip_fall_meeting_2024
Lodging Deadline: 09/27 [Lodging is not guaranteed after 09/27]
Cancellation Deadline: 10/09
Questions? Contact Grand View Lodge at 1-866-801-2951, via their Contact Us Form, or [email protected]. Please identify yourself as a SNIP attendee.

Registration Guidelines:

Requesting a single room in the lodge, hotel, or one-bedroom cabin? Please choose "1 Bedroom unit" and enter which lodging option you are requesting - Hotel, Lodge, or Cabin. Grand View will do their best to place you where you prefer.

A majority of the lodging at Grand View is in a cabin-sharing format. There is limited space at the main Grand View Lodge and at the North Hotel. For those not utilizing lodge or hotel accommodations, please determine your cabinmates and which cabinmate(s) will be billed for your cabin. A majority of cabins hold two (2) to four (4) individuals, some holding one (1) to eight (8) individuals.

There are a limited number of 4-bedroom lodging options at the conference rate, and there is an upcharge if booking a Garden Cottage unit. Cabins feature separate bedrooms and bathrooms but share common spaces. A shuttle is available to bus attendees from their cabins to the Gull Lake Center, the location of registration check-in and sessions.

Cabins are billed per space e.g., a four-person cabin with only three attendees will be billed for four individuals. Please complete one submission per payment method e.g., only those paying for the cabin should complete the form submission. The submitter should list ALL cabinmates within the form. If you wish to pay Grand View separately, please complete the form, ensuring you list ALL cabinmates.

BOOK LODGING HERE

Common Goods: Bridges of Hope creates partnerships with the Brainers Lakes Area community to link families to a variety of supports and resources. Through their Resource Connection Services, Operation Sandwich, and The Bridge on 7th warming shelter, they respond to the needs of those who need help the most.

Please bring donations with you to the SNIP Conference!

Donations Accepted: clothing, jewelry, purses, belts, hats, scarves, shoes, ties, antiques, artwork, bedding/linens, towels, furniture, certain baby equipment, small household kitchen appliances, board games, puzzles, toys, books, CDs, DVDs, crafting supplies, musical instruments, tools, and sporting goods.

**ALL donated items need to be good-quality, clean, gently used and/or undamaged.

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DOWNLOAD THE PROSPECTUS

Gain a competitive edge and position yourself as a leader in school nutrition by supporting MSNA’s unique SNIP sponsorship program! Check out the opportunities for your company to gain visibility with over 2500 MSNA members online, including the 100+ members that attend the School Nutrition and Industry Partner (SNIP) Conference. View the SNIP sponsorship prospectus to learn about these opportunities: