Innovation Academy 2026
From Ideas to Impact - Where Learning, Culinary Creativity, and Industry Innovation Come Together
Join school nutrition professionals from across the region for a high-energy day of practical training, fresh ideas, networking, and inspiration.
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Interactive training sessions for school nutrition professionals
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Vendor show featuring products, ideas, and industry partners
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Hands-on culinary learning and practical menu inspiration
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Networking, CEUs, and back-to-school momentum for your team
Why attend Innovation
Academy 2026?
Innovation Academy is designed to help school nutrition teams kick off the year with fresh energy, practical takeaways, and real-world solutions. From compliance and operations to culinary trends and product discovery, the day is built to support both leadership teams and frontline staff.
Event Snapshot
DATE
Thursday, August 6, 2026 - 8am-3pm
LOCATION
Tri-C Corporate College - 4400 Richmond Rd, Warrensville Heights, OH 44128
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
School Administrators, Wellness Teams, Nutrition Directors, Managers and Staff
INCLUDED
Training, culinary inspiration, vendor engagement, networking, and CEUs
Training Sessions
Choose from engaging sessions focused on school nutrition operations, compliance, culinary ideas, technology, and program success.
Culinary Experience
Explore chef-led inspiration, practical techniques, and fresh Ohio Proud recipes your team can take back to the cafeteria.
Vendor Show
Meet industry partners, discover new products, and gather ideas to support your program for the year ahead.
Experience the energy from past Innovation Academy events
The event brings together learning, connection, culinary creativity, and industry engagement in one place.
Bring your whole team
Innovation Academy is built for collaboration. Whether your team is looking for operational ideas, menu inspiration, back-of-house efficiency, or new products to try, there is something here for everyone.
LEARN
Practical sessions your team can use right away.
TASTE
Fresh culinary ideas and chef-led inspiration.
CONNECT
Network with peers, partners, and industry leaders.
GROW
Start the year with momentum and confidence.