• Start Date 08/21/2025
  • Start Time 08:00
  • End Date 08/23/2025
  • End Time 22:00
  • Location Hyatt Regency New Orleans, New Orleans, LA

Operators will enjoy a conference with a world-class tradeshow, innovative and curated content that leaves them prepared for what comes next, and new connections. The conference will cover topics including (but not limited to) leadership, food traceability, AI, robotics, technology, C-suite insights, cultural competence, sustainability, supply chain management, revenue growth, retail, contract management, time management, employee incentives, renovations, malnutrition, and more! AHF’s National Conference is a place for solutions and tangible takeaways where content is king and sponsors are ready to support you. AHF and its members are leading the way in healthcare, senior dining, and hospitality.

Start Planning Your Attendance Now: AHF has a number of fantastic ways to attend. Check out our operator justification template letter below to help make the case to your administrators as to why AHF’s National Conference is an investment for your facility and staff. Submit the letter now to your administrators to gain early approval. Also, be sure to check out our scholarships, apply for an AHF Award, apply for the Culinary Competition for additional ways to attend.

Find all the ways to gain attendance support on the Registration page.

Topics Speakers Time Venue
Registration Open AHF 2025 National Conference 07:00:00 - 16:00:00
Rise & Shine! It’s AHFs Free Morning Exercise Activity AHF 2025 National Conference 06:30:00 - 07:00:00
[Sponsor & Exhibitors Only] Debrief Breakfast AHF 2025 National Conference 07:30:00 - 08:15:00
Breakfast Served AHF 2025 National Conference 07:30:00 - 08:30:00
[Mainstage] The Future of Foodservice: C-Suite Perspectives on Innovation, Strategy, and Flexibility (Est. 1 CEU) AHF 2025 National Conference AHF 2025 National Conference AHF 2025 National Conference 08:30:00 - 09:45:00
Networking Break AHF 2025 National Conference 09:45:00 - 10:00:00
[Awards Presentation] Partnership in Leadership and Impact & Innovations Awards AHF 2025 National Conference 10:00:00 - 10:15:00
[Mainstage] Back to Basics: Operational Success through Process Improvement (Est. 1 CEU) AHF 2025 National Conference AHF 2025 National Conference 10:15:00 - 11:15:00
AHF Chapter Networking Break AHF 2025 National Conference 11:15:00 - 12:00:00
[Mainstage] State of the Industry: Current and Future Trends, Challenges, and Solutions in Healthcare and Senior Dining (Est. 1 CEU) AHF 2025 National Conference 12:00:00 - 13:00:00
Networking Break AHF 2025 National Conference 13:00:00 - 13:15:00
[Concurrent Session] Revolutionizing Healthcare Foodservice: AI and Robotics from Meal Production to Patient Delivery (Est. 1 CEU) AHF 2025 National Conference 13:15:00 - 14:15:00
[Concurrent Session] Aligning Administrative QAPI Directives with Foodservice's Operational Objectives (Est. 1 CEU) AHF 2025 National Conference 13:15:00 - 14:15:00
[Concurrent Session] Be Your Own Mentor: Building Connections, Confidence, and Career Growth (Est. 1 CEU) AHF 2025 National Conference AHF 2025 National Conference 13:15:00 - 14:15:00
Networking Break AHF 2025 National Conference 14:15:00 - 14:30:00
[Keynote & Closing] TBA (Est. 1 CEU) AHF 2025 National Conference 14:30:00 - 15:45:00
AHF Fundraising & Networking Event AHF 2025 National Conference 16:00:00 - 17:00:00
Free Time AHF 2025 National Conference 17:00:00 - 19:00:00
[Celebrate AHF] Closing Gala & Awards Dinner (Cocktail Attire Requested) AHF 2025 National Conference 19:00:00 - 22:30:00