Get ready to clear your diary because AFDO has just dropped some thrilling news! Their 128th Annual Educational Conference is scheduled for June 9-12, 2024, and the location? None other than the vibrant city of Grand Rapids, MI.

Hold onto your hats because this event is going to be held at the Amway Grand Plaza, right in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids’ bustling business and entertainment district. And to top it off, the hotel is just a short 18-minute drive from the Gerald F. Ford International Airport. Convenience at its finest!

So, what’s in store for this shindig? Well, the official agenda is still hush-hush, but let me tell you, the Annual Educational Conference is an event not to be missed. AFDO likes to keep things fresh, mixing it up by changing the conference’s location every year in partnership with their regional affiliates. This means that for five glorious days in June, all eyes will be on Grand Rapids as professionals from government, states, academia, consumer groups, and manufacturing converge at the epicenter of the food safety world.

And if you’re picturing a sleep-inducing lineup of speakers, think again. AFDO promises a stellar roster of national and international experts ready to share their wisdom on over 40 different topics. From food manufacturing to cannabis, there’s something for everyone. Plus, the conference also offers pre-conference workshops and training sessions to really boost your expertise.

Now, if you’re new to the scene, don’t worry. AFDO has specially curated sessions just for you, along with ample support to ensure you make the most of your conference experience.

If all this excitement has left you with burning questions, fear not! You can reach out to AFDO directly by shooting them an email at [email protected]. They’ve promised to get back to you as soon as they can.

And in case you’re curious, AFDO isn’t your typical organization. Based in York, PA, they are dedicated to uniting individuals concerned with food and medical-products safety. They work tirelessly to shape rules and regulations based on sound, science-backed practices to safeguard public health.

So mark your calendars and gear up for an exhilarating time at AFDO’s 2024 Conference in Grand Rapids, MI. It’s going to be an absolute blast!