NAFEM’s first female president will speak at the May 19 gathering in person in Chicago and accessible by Zoom.
Louise O’Sullivan will speak at the inaugural meeting of the Women Industry Leaders group on May 19.
Those heading to Chicago for the National Restaurant Association Show in May might also want to mark their calendars for another industry gathering.
At 2:30 p.m. on Friday, May 19, the inaugural meeting of the Women Industry Leaders group will be held in conjunction with the National Restaurant Association Show, with an exact location provided upon registration. Virtual attendance via Zoom also is offered. Admission is free, and all are welcome to attend, get involved, and show support for the new group.
Register here for the inaugural meeting of the Women Industry Leaders Group.
At the meeting, longtime industry executive Louise O’Sullivan will be a guest speaker. A few of O’Sullivan’s career highlights include serving as NAFEM’s first female president in 1991 and founding Prime Advantage Corp. (a group purchasing organization for industrial manufacturers) in 1997, along with various awards and accolades. Now retired, O’Sullivan runs a small consulting and coaching business.
The WIL group is focused on empowering women and educating all. For more information, contact womenindustryleaders@gmail.com or call Jennifer Ward at (614) 309-8233

Registration – WIL Inaugural Meeting
Women Industry Leaders Group (WIL)
“Empowering, educating, and mentoring women in the food service equipment and supply industry.”

Event Date: May 19, 2023, at 2:30 PM CST
Event Location: The NRA Show (2023) in Chicago, IL
*Exact meeting location will be provided following registration.

Last day to register: May 12, 2023
This group is focused on empowering women and educating all. Everyone is welcome to attend, get involved, and show their support. Please feel free to share this invitation with others and we look forward to seeing you there!
For questions, please reach out to Jennifer Ward at (614) 309-8233 or WomenIndustryLeaders@gmail.com