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Join us for the launch of the updated Business Models in HE Catering report on 22nd May at 10am. Compiled in partnership with Litmus, this report is an update to the 2017 TUCO Business Models in HE Catering paper and contains updated forecasts and predictions, as well as a look back as to what’s changed in the HE Catering sphere since then. This webinar, hosted by Litmus, will discuss the findings of the 2025 report and provide recommendations based on the report. There will also be an opportunity to ask questions specific to your institution in a Q&A session.

The report will be distributed to the TUCO membership in advance, to give participants time to read and review before the webinar.

Overview

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Who is this for?

Any member in higher education business model forecasting.

Why should I take part?

To discover the changes in the operating models within the higher education catering industry over the past few years, and focus on upcoming changes and trends to allow you to provide the best experience to your customers. You will also be able to ask questions to the authors of the report in order to receive more bespoke recommendations. 

How will it help me?

During the session, you will:

  • Gain an understanding of the operating models in the UK higher education catering industry
  • Have a clear idea of the changes the industry has gone through over the last few years
  • Discover what business models other higher education institutions have adopted
  • Look towards the future of business models in HE catering and what you can be doing to provide the best customer experience

About the Panel:

 

Mark Kassapian

Managing Director, Litmus Retail

Mark

Mark’s career been focussed on hospitality services since day 1, including operations, business development and national and international leadership roles.  There has been a particular focus working in captive and semi-captive marketplaces such as travel, workplace, leisure, healthcare and higher education using inhouse and high street brands. In each of these, Mark has provided an innovative take and driven financial and operational outcomes in tune with the local market needs as simply as possible.

Candice Finn

Managing Director

Candice

An experienced business development professional, with 15 years’ experience working in the catering and facilities management sector, Candice prides herself on building long lasting and effective relationships with colleagues, clients and prospects. Heading up the Litmus Board as Managing Director, Candice provides overarching strategic insight, planning and business development direction to all areas of the Litmus Business and its partners, in order to deliver targeted growth and profitability.

Tim Cookson
Chair

Tim

Tim started out in the contract catering sector, where he enjoyed a long and successful career, enabling him to understand the sector from both the contractor’s and client’s point of view. During this, he became well versed in each of their pain points and issues. In 1999, Tim started his own business; a business that has since grown and evolved into what is today known as The Litmus Partnership. Today, Tim acts as Chair guiding the direction Litmus - the UK’s leading food service, purchasing solutions and facilities management consultancy.

Pricing

All Members
£0.00

FAQs

  • I can’t see a particular course/training, can you run it?

    If you are interested in receiving training that is not already offered by TUCO Academy, pop us an email or give us a call and we will see if we can source it for you. By going through TUCO Academy you will be able to purchase the training at a subsidised rate and if you can offer the training to other members it will reduce the cost further. 

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  • Can I request a course or development day be held at my organisation?

    The TUCO Academy has worked hard to offer all training at a subsidised price, agreeing reduced corporate contract rates with hotels etc. - yet still understands the benefits of in-house training. To that end, working alongside the professional trainers, TUCO Academy can arrange for events to be held at your own institution, for no extra cost. 

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  • Who can use the training with TUCO Academy?

    All professional development events are available for ANY staff in institutions who are members of TUCO, not just employees in the hospitality, catering and commercial services department.

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  • Can I book on behalf of someone else in my organisation?

    Yes – the person making the booking doesn’t have to attend.

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  • How do I pay for my professional development event?

    You can opt to pay by credit card on the booking form directly or select to pay by invoice. If you need to submit a purchase order this can be entered in the booking form.

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