Skyline Cruises Catering & Events
2024-09-24 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Ferry Terminal, Garvies Point Road, Glen Cove, NY, United States

Round Table Meeting Nixon Peabody
2024-09-25 08:00 - 10:00 | NY
Join Us for This Month’s Round Table Meeting
Topic: How do Compensate Employees and Consultants Without Cash
Host speaker: Allan Cohen

Guest speaker: Liz Kressel from Lizard Strategies
Food Presenter: Michael Weiss from Mike’s Philly Fluff

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Round Table Meeting Marcum
2024-10-09 08:00 - 10:00 | Marcum, 10 Melville Park Road, Melville, NY, 11747, United States
Join Us for This Month’s In-Person Round Table Meeting
Guest Speaker: Lou Biscotti & Jim Aspromonti

Food Presenter: Urszula Lulewicz, TerraNut Inc.

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New York State Liquor Authority
2024-11-13 08:30 - 12:00 | Hotel Indigo East End, 830 West Main Street, Route 25, Riverhead, NY, 11901, United States
The Long Island Food Council welcomes back the NYS Liquor Authority for yet another in-person industry event. The meeting will include a panel discussion with Chairman Vincent Bradley, the featured speaker, and his team. In addition, NYS Agriculture and Markets representatives and the Nassau and Suffolk County health departments will participate. Join us for this signature event while enjoying a delicious breakfast.
If your business deals with the manufacture, distribution, or sale of alcohol in New York this meeting is for you.
Jodi Giglio, NYS Assembly – Opening Remarks
Lily M. Fan, SLA Chair – Keynote Speaker
William Crowley – SLA Chief of Staff
John Arnold, Supervising Food Inspector – NYS Ag & Markets
Lisa Potopsingh, Program Manager Food Protection Program – Suffolk County Dept. of Health Services
Krista Capellupo, Public Health Sanitarian – Nassau County Dept. of Health Services
James Henry Dunne, Esq. – Moderator
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LIFC Round Table Meeting The Cook's Studio
2024-12-09 08:00 - 10:00 | The Cook’s Studio at Huntington Village, 10 Wall Street, Huntington, NY, 11743, United States
Join Us for This Week’s In Person Round Table Meeting
Hosted by: The Cook’s Studio, Victor McNulty

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LIFC Round Table Meeting TD Bank
2025-01-21 08:00 - 10:00 | TD Bank, 324 South Service Road, Melville, NY, 11747, United States
Join Us for This Week’s Roundtable In-Person Meeting
Host: Kimberly Kellar, TD Bank
Topic: TD Safe (Security Awareness For Everyone), discussing business fraud and scam awareness.

Guest Speaker: Ed Goldstein, President and Co-Founder, J.A.G. Beverage Co. & Fine Foods
Topic: State of Distribution on Long Island
Food Presenter: Michele Bower, Owner/CEO, Michele’s Baked Goods

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LIFC Round Table Meeting Empire Bio Diagnostics
2025-02-12 08:00 - 10:00 | Empire Bio Diagnostics, 280 Duffy Avenue, Hicksville, NY, 11801, United States
Join Us for This Week’s Round Table Meeting
Product demonstration and tour
Host: Nick Massimiano, National Sales Manager

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LIFC Round Table Meeting Island Harvest
2025-03-07 08:30 - 10:30 | Island Harvest, 126 Spagnoli Road, Melville, NY, 11747, United States
Join Us for This Month’s In-Person Meeting & Tour
Host: Randi Shubin Dresner, President & CEO Island Harvest

Coffee Donated by: Pintail Coffee

Guest Speaker: Barry Shapiro, BShapiro Financial

Food Presenter: Cynthia Colon, Organic Sofrito Lady, LLC

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SBA Comes to Long Island
2025-03-25 08:30 - 11:00 | NY
Topic: How SBA Programs and Services can help you Start, Grow and Succeed”
SBA Financing Programs:

SBA’s Lender Match
Readiness is All
Financing Programs including loans: 7(a), 504, Microloan, International Trand Loans, Surety Bonds, Grants for R&D
Investment Capital, Disaster Assistance; Business Education and Training
One-on-One Counseling through SBA’s Resource Partners
Government Contracting Assistance

Agenda:
8:30 am – 9:00 am – Breakfast & Networking
9:00 am – 9:15 am – Opening Remarks
9:15 am – 10:30 am – Presentation “How SBA Can Help Your Business”
10:30 am – 11:00 am – Q&A and Networking
Special thanks to LIFC and DGNY commercial for their generous support of this event.

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LIFC Round Table Meeting Certified Laboratories
2025-04-02 08:00 - 10:00 | Certified Labs, 65 Marcus Dr., Melville, NY, 11747, United States
Join Us for This Round Table Meeting & Tour
Host: Patrick Christy, Certified Laboratories Director
TOPIC: Ensuring Food Safety- Key Insights & Best Practices

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LIFC Round Table Meeting CBIZ
2025-05-29 08:00 - 10:00 | CBIZ, 68 South Service Road Suite 300, Melville, NY, 11747, United States
Join Us for This Week’s Round Table Meeting! Meet and network with LIFC members. Space is limited, so please register to attend.
Host: Lou Biscotti & Diane Giordano

Topic: Staying Ahead, Strategies for Managing Future Price Fluctuations in Food & Beverage
Guest Speaker: Dan Gross, Seventyone Milbar

Topic: Cooking Up Success: What It Takes to Own and Operate a Commercial Kitchen
Food Presenter: Bruce Vatske – The Branded Bun

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CANCELLED - Long Island Food Council State of the Industry
2025-06-18 08:30 - 11:30 | Nissequogue Country Club, 21 Golf Club Road, Saint James, NY, 11780, United States
This event has been cancelled.

Long Island Aquaculture Infrastructure Grant
2025-06-18 17:00 - 18:00 | Cornell Cooperative Extension Suffolk County, 423 Griffing Ave. Suite 100, Riverhead, NY, 11901, United States
Farm and Food Growth Fund is pleased to announce its role as the administrator for a new grant, funded by New York State via the Department of Agriculture and Markets. Through investment in aquaculture businesses, the goal of this funding opportunity is to bolster marine agriculture, promote a healthy natural environment, and provide New Yorkers with a nutritious source of locally grown seafood.
Please join Farm and Food Growth Fund and its project partners for a listening session to shape the Long Island Aquaculture Infrastructure Grants. The meeting will be hosted by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County. See details and RSVP below.
Who: Long Island aquaculture growers
What: Listening session to shape the Long Island Aquaculture Infrastructure Grants
When: Wednesday, June 18, 2025 from 5:00pm to 6:00pm
Where: Cornell Cooperative Extension Suffolk County
423 Griffing Avenue, Suite 100
Riverhead, NY 11901
To attend virtually, please register HERE.
Why: Refine grant opportunities to best serve Long Island’s aquaculture industry
RSVP: bluefoods@ffgrowthfund.org
Thank you. We look forward to seeing you next week!
Sincerely,
Todd M Erling
President/CEO
Farm & Food Growth Fund

FuzeHub’s Commercialization Competition - Webinar
2025-07-22 10:00 - 11:00 | NY
Are you developing a breakthrough product or technology in New York State?
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how your startup can compete for up to $150,000 in funding through FuzeHub’s 2025 Commercialization Competition.
Join us for a free info session webinar where we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about the competition—how to apply, who’s eligible, and how to stand out.
The Commercialization Competition is part of the Jeff Lawrence Innovation Fund and supports emerging manufacturers and tech companies in NYS that are looking to move from prototype to production and accelerate their path to market.
Finalists will compete in person at the Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center in Rochester, NY, during the New York State Innovation Summit.
Join the webinar & you’ll learn:

What is the Commercialization Competition?
Timeline: From application to award
Eligibility criteria
How to apply + required documents
Scoring overview: What judges are looking for
Tips for creating a strong video application
SAFE overview
Common technical issues and how to avoid them
Live Q&A

Can’t attend live?
The webinar will be recorded, but live participants will have the chance to ask questions during the Q&A.
Register for the Webinar HereIs Your Startup Eligible?
We’re looking for high-potential, emerging companies ready to bring their innovations to market. To apply, companies must:

Have a tangible prototype (a physical version of your product or idea)
Be able to pitch in person in Rochester, NY on October 29 – 30, 2025
Use the funding to refine the prototype and/or develop a go-to-market strategy
Operate in New York State (and have at least one founder living in NY)
Be pre-revenue (under $100K lifetime revenue)
Be pre-seed (under $500K in investments to date)
Have received less than $2M in grants in the last two years

Get more details on the eligibility requirements in the competition guidelines and details on how to apply by clicking the button below.
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2025 Long Island Food Council Rooftop Summer Celebration
2025-07-22 17:30 - 20:00 | Mazar’s Rooftop, 60 Crossway Park Drive West (Arizona Plaza), Woodbury, NY, 11797, United States
SAVE THE DATE!Join us for an evening of networking on the rooftop at Arizona Beverage. Below you can learn more about vendor and sponsorship opportunities.
We’re looking forward to seeing you there!

July 22, 2025 | 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM

July 23, 2025

On the Rooftop at Arizona Beverage60 Crossway Park Drive WestWoodbury, NY 11797
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LIFC Round Table Meeting Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County
2025-08-13 08:00 - 10:00 | Taste NY at the Long Island Welcome Center, 5100 Long Island Expressway, Dix Hills, NY, 11746, United States
Join Us for This In-Person Meeting
Host: Claudia Barbey, Vendor Coordinator

Guest Speaker: Kevin Byrne, FSQA

Food Presenter: Ludmilla Benevides, Milla’s Puffs

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The Global NY Export Experts Tour - 2025
2025-09-03 07:30 - 12:30 | Hilton Long Island Huntington, 598 Broadhollow Rd., Melville, NY, 11747, United States
The Global NY Export Experts Tour is coming to Long Island –and then across New York State
Click HERE to register early.
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LIFC Round Table Meeting Hunger Action Month
2025-09-17 08:00 - 10:00 | Pintail Coffee, 1776 New Highway, Farmingdale, NY, 11735, United States
Join Us for This Month’s In-Person Meeting and Tour
Host: Pintail Coffee

Speaker: Laura Denning, Sales & Marketing Director
Guest Speaker: Natalia Sandor, Incubator Coordinator, ideaHUb, Hofstra University
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LIFC Round Table Meeting Nixon Peabody
2025-10-22 08:00 - 10:00 | Nixon Peabody, 275 Broadhollow Rd. Suite 300, Melville, NY, 11747, United States
Join Us for This Month’s In-Person Meeting
Host: Allan Cohen, Partner

Guest Speaker: Steve Ramerini, Compel CEO

Food Presenter: Yum-Wick Edible Party Candles

Chris Moro, Labor and Employment Group Counsel will speak on ADA Compliance
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New York Liquor Authority Event
2025-11-18 08:30 - 12:00 | Hotel Indigo East End, 830 West Main Street, Route 25, Riverhead, NY, 11901, United States
Plans are in the works for another fantastic event.
Join us at Hotel Indigo Long Island – East End for breakfast and an informative session with the New York State Liquor Authority. Whether you’re a bar owner, restaurateur, or just curious about liquor laws, this event is for you. Learn about licensing, compliance, and more from the experts themselves. Network with fellow industry professionals and get your questions answered. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to stay up-to-date and connected in the world of liquor regulations!
Date: November 18, 2025 | 8:30-12:00 noon – Breakfast Included
Keynote Speaker:
Louis Biscotti, Manager Director, National Food & Beverage Practice Leader, CBIZ

Featured Speakers – New York State Liquor Authority:
David Stoler, Zone 1 Regional Director
Juan Herrera, Licensing Examiner

Panelist:
David Lepkofker, Chief Food Inspector, NYS Agriculture & Markets
John Arnold, Assistant Director of Food Safety and Inspection, NYS Agriculture & Markets
Ken Schlafer, Sustainability Program Manager, NYS Pollution Protection Institute
Lisa Potopsingh, Bureau of Public Health Protection, Suffolk County Department of Health Services:
Krista Capellupo, Office of Food Protection, Nassau County Department of Health Services

Register Today!Sponsorship Opportunities:NYS Liquor Authority Educational Series Sponsor – $2,500

Welcoming remarks and Introduction of Keynote Speaker at onset of event
2-minute company introduction at podium
10 Tickets to the event
Company name and logo prominently displayed on all promotional elements (LIFC website, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, event video)
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Company Promotional materials prominently displayed on a table at the event

Panel Sponsor – $2,500

Introduction and Moderator of the Panel of speakers
6 tickets to the event
Company name and logo prominently displayed on all promotional elements (LIFC website, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, event video)
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Company Promotional materials prominently displayed

Breakfast Sponsor – $1,500

4 tickets to the event
Company name and logo prominently displayed on all promotional elements (LIFC website, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, event video)
Full page ad in event guide
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Company Promotional materials prominently displayed

Event Guide Sponsor - $1,000

3 tickets to the event
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Event Guide Ad- $500

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Event Guide Ad - $250

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Please contact Michael Tucker michael@longislandfoodcouncil.com
Attending the event? Do you have a question for the SLA or other panelists? Please submit your question by Nov. 15, subject line: SLA Questions.
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LIFC Round Table Meeting The Cook's Studio
2025-12-10 08:00 - 10:00 | The Cooks Studio, 199 2nd Street, Mineola, NY, 11501, United States
Host: Victor McNutly, The Cooks Studio

Food Presenter: Yoin Schwartz, Fresh Fizz Sodas

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LIFC Roundtable Meeting TD Bank
2026-01-22 08:00 - 10:00 | TD Bank, 324 South Service Road, Melville, NY, 11747, United States
Join us for this month’s roundtable meeting!
Host: Kimberly Kellar, Vice President, TD Bank
Topic: Inflation Impacts of Small Business

Guest Speaker: August Ruckdeschel, Clean Energy Coordinator, Cornell
Topic: LI Clean Energy Hub Resources

Food Presenter: Kimberle Lau, Founder & Chief Baker, Bake Me Healthy

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February 2026 LIFC Round Table Meeting
2026-02-10 08:00 - 10:00 | The Baking Coach, 10 Farber Drive, Bellport, NY, 11713, United States
Host: Lisa Basini, CEO

Guest Speaker: Marc Richards, Multimedia Marketing Consultant, Herald Community Media

Topic: Food For Thought: Optimizing Your Sales Through Branded Content
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LIFC Round Table Meeting Island Harvest
2026-03-20 09:00 - 11:00 | Island Harvest, 126 Spagnoli Road, Melville, NY, 11747, United States
Join Us for This Month’s Round Table Meeting
Host: Randi Shubin Dresner, President & CEO
Breakfast Sponsor & Guest speaker: Marc Vital-Herne, Assistant Vice President Property & Casualty, USI
Topic: Understanding Liability for Small Businesses

Coffee Sponsor: Pintail Coffee

Food Presenter: Jann S. Brent, President, Noms Bar None, Inc.

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LIFC Round Table MeetingArizona Beverages
2026-04-23 08:00 - 10:00 | Arizona Beverage USA LLC, 60 Crossways Park Drive W, Woodbury, NY, 11797, United States
Join us for this month’s round table meeting.
Host: Thomas DeLuca, Vice President/General Manager

Guest Speaker: John Efrati, CEO Big Wave Content
Topic: The Short-Form Content System That Drives Real Lead

Food Presenter: Scott Schneider, Founder Scotts Knotts

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One Day One Island One Powerful Way To Help
2026-05-09 | NY
ONE DAY, ONE ISLAND, THOUSANDS OF PLATES TO FILL.
Saturday, May 9 – the Day Before Mother’s Day!
Stamp Out Hunger, the nation’s largest one-day food drive, is almost here – and all you have to do is leave a bag of non-perishable food by your mailbox before your letter carrier arrives with the mail!
On this day, Saturday, May 9, YOU have the power to make a tremendous difference with this one simple act.
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LIFC Meeting Certified Laboratories
2026-05-20 08:00 - 10:00 | Certified Labs, 65 Marcus Dr., Melville, NY, 11747, United States
Join us for this month’s round table meeting.
Host: Evan Hedrick
Guest Speaker: TBA
Topic: TBA

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Round Table MeetingDavid N. Altman, Esq., Chief General Counsel
2026-06-17 08:00 - 10:00 | Bolla Oil Corp., 809 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, NY, 11530, United States
Join Us for This Month’s Round Table Meeting
Host: David N. Altman, Esq., Chief General Counsel, Bolla Oil Corp.

Guest Speaker – Max Shapiro, Director, Citrin Cooperman
Topic: The State of Food and Beverage

Food Presenter: Ursula Lulewicz, Terranut Inc.

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Summer Celebration 2026
2026-07-21 17:30 - 20:00 | NY
Plans are underway for Summer Celebration 2026.
DATE: July 21 – 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
RAIN DATE: July 22
LOCATION: Arizona Plaza – 60 Crossways Park Drive West, Woodbury, NY 11797

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Taste NY Long Island Welcome Center
2026-08-19 08:00 - 10:00 | Taste NY at the Long Island Welcome Center, 5100 Long Island Expressway, Dix Hills, NY, 11746, United States
Taste NY Long Island Welcome Center
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County
Host: Claudia Barbey, Vendor Coordinator

Guest Speaker: Kevin Byrne – “How to FAIL an Inspection”.

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