ANFP 2008
Diamond Chapter
Iowa Heartland Informer
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In this Issue
President's
Message
p.1
Important
Dates p. 2
Secretary's
Minutes p.
3
Treasurer's
Report p. 4
PFSW p. 4
CE Self
Report p. 5
Volunteer
p.6
Educational
Offerings
p.6
Executive
Committee
p. 10
Vision &
Mission p.
10
Greetings, Iowa ANFP members;
As your new President, I would like to take this opportunity to give you some insight on my hopes for the
upcoming year. I, along with your board, plan to take a real hard look at the direction we are going. I
welcome member feedback. At our fall meeting we did just that. We had a short survey that you
answered at the beginning of the day with the results given at the end. It was great to have that
immediate feedback to the questions that were posed.
An immediate goal for the upcoming year is to form an education committee. Currently, the PresidentElect has the main responsibility for planning the Spring and Fall workshops. At our Winter Board
Meeting we will be forming a new Education Committee. If you are interested in being on the new
Education Committee, please let a board member know. We need at least 3 -4 individuals to make this a
success.
Another goal for the upcoming year is to reach out to our neighboring states to share ideas, attend their
conferences and work on the common goal of promoting the CDM in healthcare systems. The NE impact
area meetings draw attendees from Wisconsin and Illinois at times. I would like this to spread to the NW,
SE and SW impact areas by reaching across state borders and offering these meetings to our neighbors.
ANFP has three regional meetings planned this spring and our Annual Conference and Expo is planned for
August. Please refer to page 2 of the newsletter for details about these meetings. Don’t forget about
grant opportunities that are available for these events as well! Information regarding these opportunities
may be found on page 4 of this newsletter.
See you in the Spring!
Sheri
" Goals enable you to do more for yourself and others, too."
Zig Ziglar
Henry Ford.
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DATES TO REMEMBER:
2015 Regional Meetings
North Central Regional Meeting
March 12-13, 2015
Embassy Suites O’Hare – Rosemont
Rosemont, IL 60018
Northeast Regional Meeting
April 16-17, 2015
Hilton Garden Inn Richmond Downtown
Richmond, VA 23219
West Regional Meeting
May 7-8, 2015
Embassy Suites Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV 89119
2015 ANFP Annual Conference & Expo
August 2-5, 2015
Hyatt Grand Cypress
Orlando, FL
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By Rebecca Smith CDM/CFPP –IANFP Secretary
IANFP Fall Business Meeting
Adventureland Inn in Altoona, IA
October 17, 2014
The meeting was called to order by Ben McCullough-President, at 3:00 p.m. on 10/17/14.
Secretary’s Report: Given by Rebecca Smith-Minutes from the July 25, 2014 Board Meeting were read.
Treasurer’s Report: Given by Mary Olson- Checking Account Balance $5,799.26, Travel Fund Balance $4,319.54, Scholarship
Fund Balance $685.54.
Ben thanked everyone for purchasing raffle tickets. The tickets brought in the following amounts: $175.00 from the Silent
Auction and $666.00 from the raffle.
The induction of incoming officers was held:
President-Sheri Scheffert
President Elect-Mary Crosgrove
Treasurer-Mary Olson
Secretary-Melissa Smith
Sheri discussed the tabulation of a survey given to members re: interest in attending a Serv Safe class in the Spring.
Kathryn Massey talked about reporting your own CEUs.
Meeting adjourned at 3:25 p.m.
It is with sadness that we share the loss of our friend and colleague, Helen Klein. Helen was National Chair
of our organization from 1992-1993. She was known for her warm, friendly greetings to members attending meetings. Helen
lived in Pella and died December 29th. She touched many lives during her years as a member of our organization. She will
truly be missed.
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!!
Pre-Professional Members
Rosa Archer
Allied Professional Members
Professional Members
Margie Arispe
Michelle Cole
Jessy Hamawi
Marge Hood
Connie Jorgenson
Sheryl Lair
Jamie Leonard
Megan Meyers
Sarah Mickle
Amber Morales
Alayne Palsrok
Theresa Schultz
Robin Teel
Fran Tegtmeier
Jenna Walsh
Kari Weatherly
Stephanie Hudson
Christopher Stockman
IOWA ANFP
MEMBERSHIP
TOTALS:
308
Treasurer's Report: As of 10/17/2014
Checking Account - $5,799.26
Travel Fund - $4,319.54
Scholarship Fund - $685.54
Pride in Foodservice Week Planned for
February 2-6, 2015
Contact Mary Olson, IANFP Treasurer, for detailed
information on any of the above items.
Pride in FoodService Week is an annual celebration honoring
foodservice professionals and their staff for their expertise and
dedication on the job.
Foodservice personnel work hard to ensure that their clients’
nutritional needs are met in long-term care facilities, hospitals,
schools, correctional centers, military installations, community
feeding programs, and more. They are responsible for feeding
clients of all ages and backgrounds, often three times a day,
365 days a year. Hundreds celebrate the recognition week in
a variety of creative ways, including dietary trivia contents,
special menus, cafeteria decorations, and more.
Look for a mini poster along with ideas for celebrating in the
January issue of Edge magazine. A contest to recognize the
most creative celebration will also be held. Watch for details in
the January edition of eNews!
The Nutrition & Foodservice Education Foundation (NFEF) Offers Grants
(NFEF) is proud to support grant opportunities for nutrition and foodservice professionals and students entering the
field. Grants are available for ANFP members to Regional Meetings, the National Leadership Conference and Leadership
Institute. Grants are applied to the registration fee, and the balance of funds is provided to recipients to offset travel/hotel costs.
Visit the www.NFEFoundation.org for more information on available grants.
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CE Self-Reporting is Here: A Closer Look at the CE Audit Process
CE self-reporting is officially here! CDMs are now responsible for tracking their own continuing education (CE)
hours, and submitting them at the end of their three-year cycle. In short, CDMs will participate in CE activities,
record their activity in the CE reporting record, and retain proof of attendance or completion.
Each year a percentage of CDMs who have completed their CE cycle will be randomly selected for audit and/or by
an identified trigger. Triggers may include non-compliance with CE requirements of the Certifying Board for
Dietary Managers, or a violation of the CBDM Code of Ethics.
Here’s the timeline for the audit process: June 1: The CBDM sends a notification of audit. June 1-15: CDMs being
audited must submit CE documentation to the CBDM. June 15-August 15: The CBDM reviews CE documentation
submitted. August 15-30: Audited individuals will be notified of the outcome, which will result in continuation of
CDM active status or they will have 15 days to appeal any adverse decision to the CBDM Audit Committee.
CDMs should save all CE-related documentation for two three-year certification cycles.
By now, all CDMs should have received in the mail the CBDM Guide to Maintaining Your CDM, CFPP Credential,
which contains step-by-step instructions and CE documentation requirements. If you did not receive a copy, you
can download it at http://www.anfponline.org/Docs/CE_SelfReporting_Guide.pdf (provide link) Keep this
brochure handy for easy directions on reporting your CE!
Since the CE reporting period is now in full swing, please remember that once continuing education hours have
been earned for a specific program, they cannot be resubmitted for credit again, regardless of whether it’s a new
certification period. CDMs can only earn credit once for any given program.
Connect with CDMs Around the Country – Online!
Want to ask a best practice of fellow ANFP volunteers? ANFPConnect is a new online community where you can
quickly and easily communicate with colleagues in the foodservice industry. Share industry experiences and
expertise, participate in discussion forums, and get event information -- all in one convenient place.
Free sign up for ANFPConnect at www.ANFPonline.org
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Call for National Volunteers: Make an Impact on the ANFP Board or the
Certifying Board
Are you interested in stepping up to a national board position? Or do you know a colleague or chapter
leader who would be a good candidate for the ANFP Board or the Certifying Board? We welcome your help
finding great leaders for both the ANFP Board and the CBDM.
Details on national boards can be found here. Nominate yourself anytime between now and January 15 by
clicking here. Want more information? Contact Kim at kellison@anfponline.org or (800) 323-1908, ext 123.
Iowa has many members serving on the national and even international level. They are:
Kathryn Massey - National Chair
Ken Hanson - National Treasurer-elect
Sharon Vermeer - Director at Large
Barb Thomsen - Certifying Board
Deb Dawson - Director at Large and HCI Secretary/Treasurer
Please consider volunteering on the state or national level. Each one of you has much to contribute which will make our
organization stronger.
Let ANFP Help Meet your Continuing Education Needs
If you're resolving to enhance your professional development in 2015, turn to ANFP for your continuing education
needs. ANFP offers targeted CE in a variety of formats, including online courses, webinars, publications, and live meetings.
ANFP’s Nutrition & Foodservice Edge magazine is a convenient source of CE hours every month. Two CE articles are
provided each issue. Click the links below to read CE articles from the Nov/Dec Edge magazine.
Keep Out Pesky Pests (1 San CE hr)
New 2014 Nutrition Guidelines for Pressure Ulcers (1 CE hr)
Make Your CE Hours Audit Proof! Attention CDMs: purchase your online CE products in the ANFP Marketplace and
your completed CE hours will be automatically reported in your continuing education record. This includes ANFP online
courses, archived webinars, and online CE articles.
New Year, New Webinar
"Creating Menus that Include Ethnic Foods" Webinar Planned for January 15
What do Thai cuisine and Mexican cuisine have in common? They both use cilantro, chilies, and limes as major
ingredients. Ethnic and regional cuisines are a big trend throughout food service today. Chef and Professor David Kamen,
MBA, PCIII, CHE of Culinary Institute of America Consulting will teach you how to incorporate regional and ethnic flavors into
your menu during this webinar.
The Thursday, January 15 webinar runs from 1-2:30 pm Central Time.
is just $25.
Earn 1.5 hours CE for participating. The cost
Register today!
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President:
Sheri Scheffert CDM/CFPP
950 W. Locust St.
Dubuque, IA 52001
Work: 563-690-5245
Home: 563-451-5437
sheri_581@msn.com
President-elect:
Mary Crosgrove CDM/CFPP
Secretary:
Rebecca Smith CDM/CFPP
318 E. North St.
Winterset, IA 50273
Work: 712-335-3501
Work: 515-462-2373x118
Home: 641-414-6108
mcrosgrove@pocahontashospital.org rsmith@madisonhealth.com
Treasurer
Mary Olson
1926 120th St.
Bode, IA 50519
Work: 515-332-7653
Home: 515-379-1473
lmolson1@live.com
Spokesperson:
Barb Thomsen CDM/CFPP
2828 Windsor Dr.
Norwalk, IA 50211
Work: 515-371-2648
Home: 515-287-4428
abcthomsen@mchsi.com
Past President:
Ben McCullough CDM/CFPP
1715 Five Mile Dr
Boone, IA 50036
Work: 515-438-3190
Home: 515-432-2285
bmccull@dhs.state.ia.us
Debra D. Dawson, CDM, CFPP
Newsletter Editor
6686 NW 53rd St. Johnston, IA 50131
d3cdm@hotmail.com
Vision
The Certified Dietary Manager is the cornerstone of the collaborative Dietetics profession.
Mission
Position the Certified Dietary Manager as the expert in foodservice management and food safety.
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