About this Event
The Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank invites hunger-relief partners to the 2025 Biennial Network Gathering. Focusing on building more resilient communities, network partners will share how creative solutions, diverse perspectives and strong partnerships are shaping a future where everyone has access to nourishing food.
Breakout Sessions
Partners will have the opportunity to register for two breakout sessions at the event. See the lineup for session details.
Agenda
🕑: 08:30 AM
Registration
Info: Light breakfast and beverages will be provided.
🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:30 AM
Opening Remarks
Info: Presented by Dan Flowers, President and CEO, and Claudia Dzordzormenyoh, Director, Network Partners & Programs with the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank.
🕑: 09:40 AM - 10:30 AM
Breakout Session 1
Info: Essential Ingredients for Grant Writing | Filling Your Own Cup: Self-Care Practices to Prevent Burnout | Stirring Up Change: Advocating for Our Neighbors
🕑: 10:40 AM - 11:30 AM
Breakout Session 2
Info: Making It Stretch: Recipes for Resilience in Uncertain Times | Cooking Demo: Easy Recipes to Eliminate Waste | Turning Down the Heat: A Recipe for De-escalation & Conflict Resolution
🕑: 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Lunch
Info: Provided by Old Carolina Barbecue Company.
🕑: 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
2025 Panel of Network Partners
Info: Hear from your peers as they share insights on innovation, longevity, consistency and advancing equity and inclusion in our work. The panel includes: Mike Farmer with South Arlington UMC and Family of Faith UMC, Brenda Johnson with Family Empowerment Ministries and Imokhai Okolo with The Freedom ROC/People Feeding People.
🕑: 12:45 PM - 01:00 PM
Closing Remarks
Info: Presented by Katie Carver Reed, Vice President & Chief Operating Officer with the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank.
🕑: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Networking/Social Hour
Info: Ice cream provided by Pavs Creamery Ice Cream Truck.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank, 350 Opportunity Parkway, Akron, United States
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