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2025 CSRA I NRA Summer Membership, Marketing & Foundation Conference

Monday, July 14, 2025
at
5:00 PM (Alaskan Daylight Time)
to Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 7:00 AM (Alaskan Daylight Time)
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Schedule as of June 2

Monday, July 14
noon-5 p.m. Registration
5 p.m. Welcome Reception
   
Tuesday, July 15
8-9 a.m. Breakfast
9–11 a.m. CSRA Board Meeting
9–11 a.m. Breakouts
9-9:45 a.m. Love 'em or Lose 'em! Onboarding with Intention for Retention, Jenn Norman. Breakout: MarCom, Membership, Foundation
9:45-10:30 a.m. Optimizing Member and Donor Engagement & Recruitment with Your Database, Shari Pash. Breakout: MarCom, Membership, Foundation
10:30-10:45 a.m. Break
10:45 a.m.-1 p.m. Foundation Roundtable
10:45 a.m.-noon SRA Award Submission Review, Membership, MarCom
noon-1 p.m. Lunch
11 a.m.–1 p.m. CSRA Board & National Restaurant Association Senior Staff Meeting
1– 5 p.m. General Sessions
1-2 p.m. Keynote: You Can’t Do It Alone – Building Resilient Teams for Lasting Success, Matt Rolfe
2-2:45 p.m. AI Part I, Ian Tappan, Mission Fuel
2:45-3:15 p.m. "Building the Financial Hub: A New Era of Support for Restaurants & Bars," Adesso Capital
3-3:15 p.m. Break
3:15-4 p.m. Activating Marketing Tools for SRA Programs and Membership. Dawn Faris, Wisconsin, and Marshall Weston, Maryland. 
  Open Evening
   
Wednesday, July 16
8-9 a.m.  Breakfast
9 a.m.-3 p.m. Partner Table Tops Open throughout day
9 a.m.–Noon Business Sessions & Breakouts
9-9:45 a.m. The Art of Storytelling, Justin Sikora
9:45-10:30 a.m. Successful  Development of CTSOs: Career and Technical Student Organizations
10:30-10:45 p.m. Break
10:45-11:45 a.m. Winning Together Workshop: How Recognition and Retention Drive Performance, Matt Rolfe
11:45-noon Tools and Talks about AI for your Operator Members, Sam Short, BYOD/Mabel
noon-1 p.m. Lunch
1-2 p.m. The Power of Micro-Moments: Attracting & Engaging Members and Supporters in the Age of Distractions. Shari Pash
2-2:15 p.m. Break
2:15-3 p.m. AI Part II: Hands On Session with Ian Tappan, Mission Fuel. 
3-3:15 p.m. Break

3:15-4 p.m.

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5:30 p.m.  Shuttle Transportation to Closing Dinner
6–8 p.m. Reception & Dinner with BMI Entertainment, Jack Sprat, Girdwood. 

Air Travel

For Alyeska, fly into Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) via carrier options Alaska Air, American, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, West Jet and United. Delta Air Lines is pleased to offer special discounts for our Council of State Restaurant Associations 2025 conferences.  Please click here to check for Delta rates. Or call Delta Conferences and Events® at 1.800.328.1111* Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. (EST) and refer to Meeting Event Code NM4FL There is not a service fee for reservations booked and ticketed via Delta's reservation 800 number.


Extend your stay or arrive early to explore and discover the magic of Alaska in the summer

Take advantage of your time and build adventures in the Last Frontier where the natural beauty is boundless. Summer in Alaska offers a blend of breathtaking landscapes, thrilling outdoor activities, and rich cultural experiences.

  • Endless Daylight: Experience the Midnight Sun and festivals, with up to 24 hours of daylight, perfect for extended explorations and adventures.
  • Train it! Check out these Alaska Tours by Rail or Railroad Day Trips
  • Stunning Scenery: With majestic glaciers, towering mountains, and pristine wilderness. Capture the beauty of Denali National Park, Kenai Fjords, and the Inside Passage. Visitor centers abound!
  • Outdoor Adventures: Whether you're hiking kayaking, fishing, wildlife viewing, taking a scenic flight or a day cruise, Alaska offers endless opportunities for outdoor fun and excitement. 
  • Cultural Richness: Immerse yourself in the vibrant cultures of Alaska's Indigenous peoples. Explore historic towns, visit museums, and enjoy local festivals and events.
 
Check out Travel Alaska's state-wide activities

·    Sightseeing Tours  ·    Culinary Tours  ·    Gold Panning & Tours  ·    Photography Tours

Note: Per ASAE, “any continuing professional education offered by any professional entity may be accepted toward the [CAE] professional development requirement as long as it is directly related to either association or nonprofit management as defined by the CAE exam content outline.”
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Exciting opportunities await at this year’s 2025 CSRA I NRA Summer Membership, Marketing & Foundation Conference! Watch your email in the coming weeks for registration details, including links to our exclusive room block.

Now’s the time to start planning your trip—begin your Anchorage bucket list or explore the Virtual Visitor’s Guide to make the most of your experience.

Stay tuned, and we can’t wait to see you in Alaska!

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