Join the NBBQA Special Interest Group Zoom Meetings This April!

Attention NBBQA members! We’re excited to announce the upcoming schedule for our Special Interest Group (SIG) Zoom meetings this April. These meetings are a fantastic way to connect with fellow barbecue and grilling professionals, exchange ideas, and gain insights to help you grow in the industry.

Mark your calendars and make plans to join us for these engaging discussions:

🔥 Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at 8 PM ET – Events SIG
🎯 Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at 8 PM ET – Products SIG Call #2
🍖 Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at 8 PM ET – Culinary SIG Call
📢 Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at 8 PM ET – Marketing SIG
💼 Thursday, April 10, 2025, at 8 PM ET – Business SIG

These virtual meetings provide an opportunity for members to share knowledge, discuss industry trends, and network with like-minded professionals. Whether you're looking to expand your business, enhance your culinary skills, improve your marketing strategies, or get involved with event planning, there’s a SIG for you!

What Each SIG Offers (With Examples)

🔹 NBBQA MARKETING SIG
Get up-to-date tips on many forms of marketing, including branding, social media, press releases, and working with online influencers.
Examples:
✅ How to create a recognizable BBQ brand like Franklin Barbecue or Blues Hog.
✅ Best practices for using Instagram and TikTok to showcase your barbecue creations.
✅ Writing press releases to get media coverage for your new sauce or restaurant launch.
✅ Partnering with YouTube or Instagram influencers to promote your BBQ rubs.

🔹 NBBQA BUSINESS SIG
Learn how to thrive in the business world with insights on technology, accounting, legal issues, and more.
Examples:
✅ Understanding food truck licensing and health regulations.
✅ Choosing the best point-of-sale system for a BBQ restaurant.
✅ Managing cash flow and budgeting for a catering business.
✅ How to legally protect your BBQ rub recipe or brand name.

🔹 NBBQA EVENTS SIG
For those involved—or looking to get involved—in running barbecue competitions, classes, meet-ups, or other related events at your business.
Examples:
✅ How to organize a successful backyard BBQ competition.
✅ Tips for hosting a BBQ cooking class and other events at your restaurant.
✅ Best practices for managing vendor logistics at a BBQ festival.
✅ Creating a VIP experience for attendees at your BBQ event.

🔹 NBBQA CULINARY SIG
Navigate the food business smoothly with advice tailored for caterers, food truck operators, and restaurant owners.
Examples:
✅ Developing a profitable BBQ catering menu.
✅ How to source the best meats and ingredients for your food business.
✅ Streamlining food prep for high-volume BBQ service.
✅ Creating unique, signature dishes to stand out in the BBQ market.

🔹 NBBQA PRODUCTS SIG
For those in product distribution and supply, this SIG focuses on increasing sales, brainstorming unique ideas, logistics, and warehousing.
Examples:
✅ How to get your BBQ sauce or rub into grocery stores and online marketplaces.
✅ Finding the right co-packer to produce your products at scale.
✅ Managing inventory and warehousing for growing product lines.
✅ Developing private label opportunities for BBQ retailers.

These SIGs provide valuable networking and knowledge-sharing opportunities for all NBBQA members. Don’t miss out on these great discussions!

📌 Stay tuned for Zoom links and additional details. We look forward to seeing you there!

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