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(PORT WASHINGTON, NY.) – The Long Island Food Council hosted an educational panel discussion from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., on Tuesday, October 29th at the Hotel Indigo – East End, Riverhead. This educational panel featured guest speaker Chairman, Vincent Bradley, of the New York State Liquor Authority

Panelists from the State Liquor Authority. Pictured left to right (Back Row) are Thomas Donohue New York State Liquor Authority, Secretary to the Authority, Gary Meyerhoff, New York State Liquor Authority, General Counsel, Vincent Bradley, New York State Liquor Authority, Chairman Stephen Kane, Suffolk County Department of Health Services. Pictured from left (Front Row) Angela Montalbano, New York State Agriculture and Markets, Supervising Food Inspector, Michael Tucker, Long Island Food Council, President, August Ruckdeschel, Suffolk County, Dept. of Economic Development and Planning
Photo by Celia Werner Productions

Additionally, the LIFC hosted two panel discussions the first from the New York State Liquor Authority. The panelists answered questions, spoke of previous experiences to further educate business professionals in the industry. The next panel of local business owners and professionals from the east end discussed the industry from the producers standpoint. With years of working with the New York State Liquor Authority these professionals are able to give their insight into running a liquor related business.

The Second educational panel of local business professionals. Pictured left to right are Chris Parles, Beacon Meadery, Michael Tucker, Long Island Food Council, Richard Stabile, Long Island Spirits, Michael Falcetta, Sparkling Pointe, Peter Barraud, North Fork Brewery, Greg Martin, Long Ireland Beer Company, Cynthia Colon, Stony Brook University MTRC.
Photo by Celia Werner Productions

Educational events for members and non-members of the LIFC cover topics beneficial to growing businesses and grant access to knowledge of the industry. Panelists address industry issues, share resources and vital information to help shape economic growth in the food, beverage and hospitality industries of the Long Island region. Attendees have the opportunity to speak with panelists, ask questions, and network with business professionals in the industry. With over 100 attendees the LIFC educational series continue to grow and advise other professionals on Long Island.

ABOUT THE LONG ISLAND FOOD COUNCIL: The Long Island Food Council was created to bring people together, to create collaboration amongst food, beverage and service professionals in the region. Our members and partners are leaders in their field providing a network of experts and experience. These valuable connections enable the council to provide a platform for education and dialogue at monthly meetings and events. In recognizing the economic potential in the food and beverage industry on Long Island we continually strive to bridge the gap between our industry, academia and all levels of government.