We are proud to announce the award winners announced at our annual meeting on May 14, 2018 at Urban Eatery in Minneapolis.
FCS Professional of the Year: This award recognizes or honors a member for her/his leadership in their profession and outstanding service to this organization. This is the highest organizational award a member can receive. This year’s winner was Colleen Zenk.

Most recently Colleen spear headed our sponsored conference Beyond the Basics – Trending Topics in Food Safety held in February. Colleen not only coordinated the fantastic roster of speakers but she also used her many industry connections to invite many of those who attended. With her involvement the conference was a significant success and will serve as a template for future similar events. FCS Professionals is fortunate to have someone like Colleen who so willingly shares her wisdom and experience in supporting our organization. Colleen has gone above and beyond in her support of FCS Professionals!
Emerging Leader Award (formerly Making a Difference Award) This award recognizes professionals who are new to their industry, have been members of FCS Professionals for 5 years or less, and have made a notable contribution to the organization. This year’s winner was Liz Sellet.

Spirit Award: This award recognizes a member that has shown particular championing behavior for FCS Professionals. This year’s winner is Gerry Luepke.

Well done everyone …but especially Colleen Zenk
An inspIration to all in CMAI who know her and HCI when it was at its best.
Congratulations x thank you …always helping and advising.
Mary F