Are you looking for ways to simplify your sales process and maximize resources? At the Operator/Supplier Xchange, we help you secure up to 10 high-impact appointments with K-12 operator decision-makers—all within a collaborative environment unlike anything else in the industry.

Exclusively open to IFMA The Food Away from Home Association Manufacturer Members, this event provides suppliers with direct access to decision-makers from top K-12 operators. Over the course of a single day, you will participate in a series of one-on-one meetings with key industry players, helping you streamline your sales process and maximize your ROI.

Who Should Attend?

• Manufacturer Members seeking to grow business in key industry segments.
• K-12 Operators looking for a cost-effective and time-efficient way to meet top foodservice manufacturers. (Travel and lodging expenses for operators are fully covered by IFMA The Food Away from Home Association!)

What Makes It Unique?

• Dedicated One-on-One Meetings: Each 20-30 minute meeting will be one operator matched with one manufacturer company. This setup allows for deeper, more focused conversations, helping to forge stronger business relationships.
• Customized Profiles: Both operators and manufacturers will fill out profiles before the event. These profiles ensure that both parties are well-informed about each other ahead of the meetings.
• A Deeper Dive: Think of this XChange as an extension or a deeper dive than the "Speed Meetings" at COEX, offering even more time for manufacturers and operators to align and collaborate on future opportunities.

Save Time, Save Money, Increase Sales

Participating in the Operator/Supplier Xchange saves you time and money while maximizing the effectiveness of your sales efforts. Consider these questions:

• How long does it take you to schedule a single meeting with a key decision-maker?
• How many emails and calls do you make to secure a sale?
• How much time and budget do you spend traveling to meet customers in person?

If you add it up, this one-day event provides the ideal solution for manufacturer general management and sales leaders to maximize their time and money securing new business.

Don’t Miss Out! Secure Your Spot Today

Space is limited, and spots fill quickly. Register now to secure your company’s place at this high-impact event.

Event Details

• April 7: Private Dinner (6:30pm)
• April 8: Operator/Supplier Meetings (8:00am - 3:00pm)
• Location: Grand Hyatt, Dallas, TX - IFMA Staff will book rooms for confirmed attendees

The Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport provides complimentary transportation to the Grand Hyatt DFW via SkyLink and Terminal Link.

Note: There are three Hyatt Hotels located at DFW Airport – ensure you proceed to Grand Hyatt DFW located in Terminal D. 

Participation Cost

IFMA The Food Away from Home Association Manufacturer Members: $9,000 per manufacturer company (includes up to two representatives)

• Fee includes up to 2 standard hotel rooms at the Grand Hyatt DFW, meeting materials, and programmed meal functions
• Due to hotel policy, kitchen, refrigeration and BOH equipment use at the hotel are not available. Any shipping and handling is at the expense and liability of the member; participating companies are responsible for bringing all applicable resources to their table.

Cancellation Policy

All registrations are non-refundable. If you have questions about the program, please contact programs@ifmaworld.com.

Participating Operators – Operator/Supplier XChange

Meet the key decision-makers from leading K-12 foodservice operations who will be participating in the Operator/Supplier XChange. Each of these operators plays a critical role in shaping their institution's foodservice strategies and operations, offering a unique opportunity for manufacturers to connect directly with the leaders who make purchasing decisions.