Melissa Colopietro

Recent Posts

6 ways your POS software can help with staff shortages

Choosing the right Point of Sale software for your school district can be a daunting task. With so many factors to consider, from data security to user experience, it's easy to get lost in the weeds. However, one crucial factor that often goes overlooked is how your POS software can help you deal with staff shortages.

In fact, according to the School Nutrition Association's 2023 School Nutrition Trends Report, over 90% of schools report staff shortages as a challenge. Hear from our Nutrition experts, Mike Walker and Katy Munna, as they discuss how your POS software can help alleviate the hardship of staff shortages.

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My first time at Connect

Our Connect conference is our largest training event of the year! This year, we gathered together in-person in Nashville for the first time since 2019. As a Marketing Specialist here at Heartland, I had the opportunity to participate in the conference for the first time. I am thrilled to be sharing my experience at Connect 2023. 

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See These Faces and More at Connect 2023!

Next week we're heading to Nashville for Connect 2023! After a two-year hiatus, Connect is back live and in person. Join us at the Nashville Marriott at Vanderbilt University to meet with product experts, attend over 30 live sessions, network with your peers, and reconnect with the Heartland team.

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Experience It All at Connect 2023 – Here’s What To Expect

Connect 2023 is almost here! Join us in Nashville March 21-22 or virtually March 27-30 for our largest training conference of the year. This is your chance to learn more about your Heartland products, connect with peers, meet with product experts, and so much more. Here are a few things to look forward to:

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We Went to #ANC22 In Person! Here's what we loved the most.

After two years of virtual conferences, the Heartland team was excited to attend #ANC22 in person. There's nothing better than having the opportunity to interact and have fun with so many nutrition professionals from across the country.

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3 Reasons You Don't Want To Miss Connect 2022!

Join us virtually March 21-24, 2022 to learn about your heartland products, connect with your peers, and get inspired with new ideas! Of course, there are many reasons to join us at Connect this year, but here are our top three:

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A Look Back at SNA ANC 2021

The 2021 School Nutrition Association Annual National Conference (ANC) is in the books, and this year it was virtual! With over 1,000 attendees and 140 exhibitors, #ANC21 was nothing short of amazing. Our team had the opportunity to not only have a virtual booth, but also host a roundtable discussion with a fantastic group of SN Professionals.

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A look back at Connect 2021

Last month, we welcomed hundreds of school professionals at our first-ever virtual Connect 2021 conference! This was a great opportunity for everyone to learn about their Heartland products, get inspired with new ideas, and connect with their peers.

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