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Know a Facility Rockstar? Nominate them for a RFMy Award!

Facility rock stars don’t always seek the spotlight, but their work allows them to shine! RFMA Members, nominate your peers for a RFMy award to be presented at RFMA 2019 in Austin!
Our 2019 RFMy’s are...

-Calm After the Storm Award
-Shooting Star Award
-Marvelous Mentor Award-Restaurant
-Marvelous Mentor Award-Vendor
-Community Champion Award
-Rookie of the Year Award
-The Innovator Award
-Open Nominations

Visit https://www.rfmaonline.com/page/RFMy2019 to view the full article online.

It's That Time of Year Again! Don’t Forget to Renew Your RFMA Membership!

Start your 2019 off right! Renew your RFMA membership to continue receiving these incredible member benefits!

- Annual Conference Registration Discount
- Member Directory
- CRFP Price Discount
- Virtual Networking
- Regional Meet-Ups
- Facilitator Magazine
Log in at www.rfmaonline.com or contact Ryan to renew today!

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/rfm-nwl/articles/index.asp?aid=536007&issueID=60563 to view the full article online.

Get More Involved with RFMA, Join a Committee in 2019!

RFMA offers a variety of volunteer opportunities for our members to participate and engage in RFMA. As a committee member you have the chance to make a difference in your industry through RFMA, earn CEU credits, and gain recognition at the RFMA Annual Conference.

Applications to join a committee will be open through December 21, 2018.

-Conference Curriculum Committee

-Editorial Board

-Membership Development Committee

-Franchisee Task Force

-Member Engagement Committee

-Red Carpet Crew Task Force

-Buzz Council

-Online Learning Committee

-RFMA Resources Committee

-Vendor Voice Committee

Visit https://www.rfmaonline.com/page/RFMACommittees to view the full article online.

Visit https://www.rfmaannualconference.com/2019/public/SessionDetails.aspx?FromPage=Sessions.aspx&SessionID=21&SessionDateID=1 to view the full article online.

RFMA Tip of the Week

Protect Cleaning Staff During Flu Season

CleanLink
To combat infections and limit cross-contamination, it’s important that cleaning protocols be stepped up. Here are some tips to keep your staff healthy.

Visit https://www.cleanlink.com/news/article/Protect-Cleaning-Staff-During-Flu-Season--23283 to view the full article online.

Top Industry News

Portland, Ore., Approves Restrictions on Plastic Straws, Utensils

Nation's Restaurant News
Starting next summer, plastic straws and silverware will only be available upon request in Portland, according to a law approved this week by the city.

Visit https://www.nrn.com/operations/portland-ore-approves-restrictions-plastic-straws-utensils to view the full article online.

10 Restaurants Open on Christmas Day 2018

U.S. News & World Report
These restaurants will be open on Christmas Day, but hours and participation may vary over the holidays.

Visit https://money.usnews.com/money/blogs/my-money/articles/10-restaurants-open-on-christmas-day-2018 to view the full article online.

Employees with Disabilities Find a Home in Restaurants

QSR
Located near a school for the deaf, Starbucks’ new D.C. store only hires people who are proficient in American sign language.

Visit https://www.qsrmagazine.com/restaurant-operations/employees-disabilities-find-home-restaurants to view the full article online.

How Pop-Ups Are an Awesome Restaurant Strategy

Modern Restaurant Management
Here’s why restaurants should definitely steal a few tips from the retail sector when it comes to events and pop-ups.

Visit https://www.modernrestaurantmanagement.com/why-events-and-pop-ups-are-an-awesome-retail-strategy-restaurants-need-to-steal/ to view the full article online.

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