2013 ACF National Convention
ACF is heading back to the Las Vegas strip for the 2013 National Convention, July 21–25. The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas will host this jam-packed, five-day convention, offering exceptional educational programming and networking opportunities.
Whether you are a seasoned professional chef or a student new to the kitchen, the 2013 ACF National Convention offers something for everyone. Mark your calendars and get ready for this amazing convention in Las Vegas!
Meet the Host Chapter
The members of the ACF Chefs Las Vegas Chapter and culinary team at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas are ready to make this one unforgettable convention.
Competitions
Watch the best chef and student ACF regional winners face off against their regional counterparts for the national title at the culinary competitions featuring U.S.A.’s Chef of the Year, ACF Pastry Chef of the Year, ACF Chef Educator of the Year, Dr. L.J. Minor Chef Professionalism Award, ACF Student Chef of the Year, ACF Southeast Region Student Team Championship, Baron H. Galand Culinary Knowledge Bowl and Mediterranean Minute Rice Competition. Learn more about the competitions. The ACF National Championship Collegiate Dining Challenge and the World Associations of Chefs’ competitions for the Americas will also take place.
Chefs Outreach to the Community
The Chefs Outreach to the Community offers an opportunity for CCF volunteers and ACF members to share culinary knowledge and nutrition information and offer hands-on demonstrations to low income families in the Las Vegas community. Register
Become a Sponsor
Sponsoring ACF’s National Convention provides your company with unbeatable marketing and brand recognition, and there are a variety of sponsorship levels to fit your company’s unique marketing goals. 
ACF Marketing Opportunities Brochure (2.43 MB)
Exhibiting Opportunities
Exhibiting at ACF’s National Convention trade show provides your company the opportunity for valuable one-on-one time with customers and culinary leaders. 2013 ACF Exhibitor Opportunities (1.18 MB)
2012 National Convention Highlights
Take a look back at the highlights from the 2012 ACF National Convention.