The Passion for Produce™ program was created by the Canadian Produce Marketing Association as a program to provide rising stars within the produce industry the opportunity to expand their knowledge of the supply chain through mentorship and participation in various events. Passion for Produce™ is meant as a once in a lifetime opportunity for participating candidates to learn about the produce industry in an interactive setting while providing education on key aspects of the produce supply chain from “Field to Fork”.
pfp™ is coming to CALGARY
The Passion for Produce™ program and the 87th Canadian Produce Marketing Association Annual Convention & Trade Show will take place at the Stampede Park BMO Centre in Calgary, AB on April 11-13, 2012.
What is the PFP™ Program?
- Recognition of service from employer
- Positive motivation that is leadership based
- An opportunity to increase produce industry knowledge within and outside the scope of current role
- Increase produce industry knowledge within and outside the scope of current role
- A personal development opportunity that builds on current leadership skill set
- An investment in retention for employer and industry
- An ongoing opportunity to access CPMA educational resources including webinars, etc.
2012 PFP™ Program SCHEDULE*
Wednesday, April 11, 2012
PFP™ Meet and Greet: Introduction to Program and MentorsCPMA Chair's Welcome Reception
Thursday, April 12, 2012
CPMA Delegates Breakfast - Group InformationPFP™ Event: Leadership Development
CPMA Delegates Luncheon
PFP™ Event: Vendor Tour
CPMA Trade Show
PFP™ Event: Group Dinner
CPMA Variety Night
Friday, April 13, 2012
CPMA Awards BreakfastPFP™ Event: Retail Tour
CPMA Trade Show
PFP™ Event: Program Wrap Up
CPMA Reception & Dinner
*All PFP™ activities will be confirmed prior to candidate's arrival at the 2012 Convention and Trade Show in Calgary and may not take place in the order listed above.
Registration Fee for the Passion For Produce™
Program is $975.00 CDN plus tax.Please note: Companies are responsible for all travel and accommodation charges for their candidates in addition to the program costs. The Passion for Produce™ program is offered primarily in English but every effort will be made to accommodate French speaking candidates.
