Luncheons

NFRA Annual Membership Luncheon

Monday, October 19 · 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

The Membership Luncheon serves as NFRA’s official annual business meeting where the latest members of the Board of Directors will be installed. Current NFRA Chair, Bill Kynast, Chobani, will review NFRA’s accomplishments and highlights over the past year.


Tuesday Golden Penguin Awards Luncheon

Tuesday, October 20 · 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

This luncheon will honor the 2026 Golden Penguin Award winners for NFRA’s annual promotions:

– March Frozen Food Month
– June Dairy Month
– June/July Summer Favorites Ice Cream & Novelties

Only the most successful in-store promotions receive the elite distinction of being named a Golden Penguin Award winner; they represent the most original and resourceful merchandising strategies in our creative industry.

The highly anticipated announcement of the Top Marketer awards winners will be revealed for the first time, which recognizes the highest scoring entry in each of the Overall Marketing Campaign subcategories.

Want a chance at winning a Golden Penguin Award? Find the full details on the NFRA website here!

Learn more about the Golden Penguin Awards below!