From among the three first place winners in each category, a grand prize winner is selected. Entry forms are mailed to members in February. The grand prize winners are announced during the dining awards luncheon at the national conference. Read the rules for 2001. Regional Presidents' Awards Special awards are presented annually to regional members at the national conference.
Regional presidents nominate and recognize recipients.
The recipient is nominated and recognized by the national president. Nomination forms are mailed in January. The national winner is selected by a panel chaired by the past president. Selection is based on overall contributions to the food service industry. Nomination forms are mailed to members in January.