The Ted J. Balestreri Leadership Classic is the industry's must-attend event for senior-level foodservice operators and suppliers. Participants will form relationships, build business opportunities and enjoy five-star cuisine and accommodations at the Inn at Spanish Bay.

Your participation in the Leadership Classic allows for the continued support of the NRAEF educational programs and ProStart initiative. While in Pebble Beach, you will have the opportunity to meet local ProStart students, hear the inspirational stories and taste their culinary creations!

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The non-golfer program has been revamped for 2012

Kick off the week with a trip to downtown Carmel, a private luncheon and shopping galore!  Learn the basics of golf on the Peter Hay Par-3 course on Friday morning, followed by an afternoon of relaxation at the Spa at Pebble Beach.  Experience a unique glimpse of Monterey on Saturday during a tour of private estates not otherwise open to the public.


Golfers will enjoy three days of unparalleled play

Start the week off with a two-man Schamble at the private Shore Course at Monterey Peninsula Country Club on Thursday followed by a Team Scramble Tournament on Friday at Spyglass Hill Golf Course.  End your weekend on a high-note with Saturday’s Individual Tournament at the world-famous Pebble Beach Golf Links.


Special Opportunity

Think golfing Pebble Beach is exciting?  How about twice in one day?  To celebrate 20 years of golfing and giving back through the Ted J. Balestreri Leadership Classic, Pebble Beach has closed their course to the public and will be available to only TJB guests for the day – a true once in a lifetime opportunity.  Both golfers and non-golfers are invited to enjoy Saturday afternoon activities on the course!


Registration >>

Registration is now open!  2011 was another sold out year.  Plan to register early to reserve your spot for this special 20th anniversary event!  For registration questions, please contact Shannon Greenfield, Assistant Tournament Director, at 312-715-6764 or sgreenfield@nraef.org.


Sponsorship Opportunities

If your company is interested in sponsoring the 2012 Leadership Classic, please visit our Sponsorship page for details.  Additional questions may be directed to Jennifer Kovacs, Tournament Director, at jkovacs@nraef.org or 312.715.5384.

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