IBDEA Committees

Chair David Whitney

This committee’s purpose is to select the recipient(s) for the following awards to be given at the annual conference: the Hall of Fame, Lifetime Achievement, Harold Bateman Award, and Vivian Roviaro Award.

The Chairperson of the Board shall serve as Chairperson (Chair) of the Award Committee. The committee shall consist of seven (7) members: the Chairperson of the Board, the President, the Senior Vice President, two (2) current or former Board Members selected by the Chair, and the Management Team.

The committee will meet approximately four months before the annual conference. The Chair will submit the committee’s recommendation for the Vivian Roviaro Award to the Roviaro family for approval. The final award recipients must be given to the management team no later than six (6) weeks before the annual conference.

Award Descriptions:

Hall of Fame

• Nominee(s) may be an individual(s), business partners, or families as a single nominee, alive or deceased.
• Nominees should have been instrumental in providing direction, energy, and support in shaping the IBDEA.
• Nominees should have displayed the highest level of ethics in their business dealings and been outstanding business leaders who have excelled and obtained significant success in their chosen field of business and the IBDEA.
• This honor recognizes those who have significantly impacted the landscape of business and the IBDEA.
• Nominees have industry and peer recognition and serve as role models for our industry and the IBDEA.

Lifetime Achievement Award

• Honor someone who has “served our industry well” and helped promote our Association’s principles.

Harold Bateman Award

• This award has been given in the past to an Associate Member who has been instrumental in building the strength of the Association, typically through promoting the IBDEA to new members. Harold often said, “This Industry has been good to you… Serving the IBDEA is a way to Give Back.”

Vivian Roviaro Award

• Recognize the women of our industry who stand out in support of IBDEA just as Vivian did. We honor Vivian because she was the first female President, the Best Singer ever to hold an office in our group, and one of the Kindest, Gentlest, and most Competent women our industry group has seen.

Chair Philip Roviaro

Beverage Services Committee

• • Members looking to diversify and bring to market new beverage products and services to sell or lease to their current customers, new potential customers, or looking to gain knowledge on how to expand their service portfolio now, or in the future
  • Facilitate topics of high interest from members who may gravitate towards singular revenue streams, and dive into some finer details of how to develop, launch, and maintain a new beverage service
  • Discuss current soda/ bar/restaurant trends in various beverage systems, co2 detectors, marijuana, cbd, coffee, ice machines, water filters, water filtration systems, dry ice, chemical sales, dishwashers, beer systems, among ongoing active discussion of ways to combat the decline of bag in box syrups sales, while still being able to grow your business
  • Get other members perspectives and experiences of launching or sustaining a particular service, the successes, the headaches, things to avoid, things to expect, etc
  • Promote adding a new beverage service at existing customers, and getting out of your comfort zone and looking at non-traditional viable customers, and how to develop a plan and process to organize and sustain an unfamiliar new beverage service to offer
  • Explore some of our everyday routines and practices that may just be habit to many, but could be exactly what a fellow member could utilize and implement into their own unique business

The Committee meets on the 3rd Tuesday of odd months at 2:00 Eastern time.

Chair Lucas Iskra

The purpose of this committee is to assist the management team with conference content. The success of the annual conference is measured by written evaluations by conference attendees and by the amount of profit generated by the conference. Excess revenues from the conference will be available to help support the association’s annual operating expenses.

The President of the Association solicits and appoints the conference committee chair for their year(s) of Presidency. Preference is given to individuals with conference committee experience, Association conference content experience, and the support of their institutions. The management team must endorse the committee chair selected by the President. The conference committee, chosen by the sitting President, Senior Vice President, and the management team, will consist of the conference chair and the remaining five members, who will balance out the ratio between regular and associate members. The future conference chair will be selected from the past year’s conference committee.

Committee meets as needed.

Co-Chair Amy Young and David Myers

This committee helps determine the most suitable location for conferences, considering factors such as accessibility, cost, capacity, available amenities, location, and any other logistical or strategic needs. The committee works closely with the management team to align the conference location with the Association’s event objectives and overall goals. This committee does not tour properties.

Co-Chairs David Lincicome & Bill Pobiner

The purpose of this Committee is to educate members on draught beverage dispensing.

The Committee meets on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time.

Co-Chairs Morris Hartley & Sherri Iskra

The Education Committee is dedicated to offering valuable educational programs that enhance the knowledge and skills of IBDEA members. These initiatives are designed to empower member businesses by focusing on employee education, driving them towards greater success.

Our mission is to support and enhance existing programs while developing new ones to assist member companies. We strive to ensure these programs are both affordable and beneficial to our members.

Our focus areas include Non-Alcoholic Beverage Dispensing, Draught Beer Dispensing, CO2 systems, sanitation, dish cleaning, and other topics that are crucial to our members. We’re committed to providing top-notch education on these subjects to ensure our members stay ahead in the industry.

Committee meets on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time.

Chair Steve Anaka

Charter of the International Committee of the IBDEA

Preamble:

Recognizing the global nature of the beverage dispensing equipment industry and the importance of international collaboration to foster growth, innovation, and best practices within this sector, the IBDEA has deemed it strategically prudent to organize an International committee. This charter outlines the Committee’s purpose, objectives, structure, and operational principles in alignment with the goals of IBDEA, it’s Board of Directors, and the Executive team.

Section I: Purpose

The mission of the IBDEA International Committee is to expand IBDEA’s global reach, and support members by fostering communication, collaboration, and the exchange of knowledge and best practices within the beverage dispensing equipment industry. We aim to:

• Facilitate international networking and relationship-building opportunities for members.
• Provide resources and information relevant to international markets and regulatory environments.
• Encourage international participation in IBDEA events and initiatives, bridging cultural and geographical gaps.
• Promote the IBDEA’s values and standards on a global scale, enhancing the association’s reputation and influence.
• Gather international market intelligence and share with the board and association.
• Promote the IBDEAU; the facility, the educational programs, and broader training initiatives.

Section II: Objectives

To achieve its purpose, the Committee will pursue the following objectives:

• Promote Global Networking: Establish and maintain a robust international network of IBDEA members, beverage equipment manufacturers, distributors, and other service providers.
• Facilitate Knowledge Exchange: Organize forums, webinars, and other platforms for the exchange of technical expertise, market insights, and regulatory information relevant to the international beverage equipment industry. Promote the IBDEAU as a singular facility in the beverage dispensing equipment space.
• Support International Membership Development: Explore opportunities for collaboration and partnership which can facilitate international growth for the IBDEA and its members, such as identifying potential export markets or joint venture opportunities. When possible, source and refer organizations and companies to the Membership Committee for review and consideration.
• Promote Standardization and Best Practices: Encourage the adoption of international standards and best practices in the manufacturing, installation, maintenance, and safety of beverage dispensing equipment, where appropriate and feasible. This could include discussions around common certifications or quality control measures with overall promotion of the IBDEAU
• Address Global Challenges: Serve as a platform to discuss and address common challenges facing the international beverage equipment industry, such as supply chain disruptions, environmental concerns, and workforce development.
• Enhance IBDEA’s International Presence: Support IBDEA’s efforts to expand its global membership, influence, and recognition within the beverage equipment sector. This could involve translating key resources, participating in international industry events, or promoting training and education under the IBDEA banner.

Section III: Membership of the Committee

• Part 1: Categories of Membership: Membership shall be open to:
  • Active members of IBDEA in good standing who have an international focus or interest.
• Part 2: Admission of Members: Interested parties as good standing members of the IBDEA will be welcome to join “at will” provided they have an understanding of the Committee’s purpose and potential contribution.
• Part 3: Rights and Responsibilities of Members: Members shall have the right to:
  • Participate in Committee meetings and activities.
  • Contribute to the development of Committee initiatives and recommendations.
  • Vote on key decisions as determined by the Committee.

Section IV: Frequency and Types of Meetings:

The Committee shall hold regular meetings, at least one per month, which may be conducted virtually or in person, potentially in conjunction with industry events.

Section V: Communication and Outreach

• Part 1: Communication Strategy: The Committee will utilize IBDEA’s communication channels as required to disseminate information about its activities, achievements, and resources. Ideas, methods and processes will be brough to the IBDEA Board, Marketing committee, or other approved group for approval and review.
• Section 2: Public Relations and Advocacy: The Committee will work in coordination with The Marketing, Education and Membership Committees to promote the interests of the IBDEA and advocate for policies that support its growth and development. This may involve participating in international industry events and engaging with relevant regulatory bodies.

Section VI: Dissolution

The dissolution of the Committee shall be determined by the IBDEA Board of Directors, or the sitting President of the IBDEA per the charter of the aforementioned.

Section VII: Languages

The primary working language of the Committee shall be English. However, the Committee may consider the use of other languages for specific activities or communications as deemed necessary and feasible.

Chair Morgan Morris & Vice Chair Brianna Applegate

Chair Molly Arehart and Vice Chair Steven McKendrick

The purpose of this committee is to focus on 1) communicating and educating both current and prospective members on the programs and benefits that IBDEA has to offer, 2) enhancing current offerings, 3) creating new programs that are in line with the needs of members, 4) recruiting new members, and 5) retaining existing members.

The Committee meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time.

Chair Josh Sanders and Vice Chair Mary Marquardt

This committee provides a means for members to communicate about meaningful topics that relate to those in the next generation of a family business.

Committee meets on the last Wednesday of each month at 12:00 p.m. Central Time.

Chair Brett Rosenbloom

This committee’s purpose is to direct the planning and preparation of the fiscal year’s programs and budget.

Chair Emily Hauptvogel and Vice-Chair Adam Evers

This Committee aims to establish the direction of the IBDEA, where it is currently, and where it should be in the next 3-5 years.

Committee meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time.

IBDEA Bylaws – ARTICLE VIII – COMMITTEES

Section 2. Nominating Committee

At the annual meeting of the Corporation, the Chairperson of the Board will appoint a Nominating Committee of not more than five (5) members. The Chairperson of the Board shall serve as the Chairperson of the Nominating Committee. This committee shall be composed of the Chairperson, the immediate past Chairman, the current President, one (1) Regular current or former Board Member, and one (1) Associate current or former Board Member, whose duty it shall be to nominate candidates for directors to be elected at the next annual meeting. Notice of the identities of members appointed to the Nominating Committee shall be furnished to all members of the Corporation by the Secretary.

David Whitney, Chairperson of the Board
Joe Carle, Immediate Past Chairperson
Brad Irish-Jones, President
Sherri Iskra, Regular Current or Past Board Member
Morris Hartley, Associate Current or Past Board Member

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