OFMA Convention

Office hours at the OFMA convention are Thursday – Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.  We will close at noon on Friday to prepare for the annual meeting.  Remember, if you have paid your 2024 dues, you are eligible to vote at the annual meeting.  You do not need to pay your 2025 dues before the meeting to participate. If you aren’t sure, please reach out to the office ahead of the convention.

OFMA/GOSA Extravaganza

Seminars presented by the GOSA at the 2025 OFMA Convetion:

• Person in Charge (PIC) Food safety education with state test and certification.
• Update on the coming fire suppression rules
• What local food inspectors look for and expect when conducting inspections
• Debit/credit card, and digital payment platforms. Discuss best practices so it works for everyone.
• Concession and ride contracts with your fairs & festivals. What should be included in your event contracts.
• Fair & Concession Communications – How fairs and concessionaires can communicate effectively
• H2B Visa Roundtable – Labor is till the #1 issue and impacts everyone.
• Business Insurance – What types and levels concessionaires should carry.