AOCF Conference Schedule 2026

This discussion is centered around how principles of elite sports nutrition can translate into catering kitchens and event spaces. Drawing on the experience of Chef Robert Wood, who has spent more than a decade feeding professional athletes from all the major sports leagues starting in the NHL and expanding to NBA, MLB, MLS and NFL. Participants examine how macronutrients can be used intentionally to meet changing energy demands and learn how food shapes metabolism, inflammation, cognition, and recovery. Chef Wood illustrates how simple, colorful, nutrient-dense meals can support energy, recovery, and long-term health; culinary professionals leave with proven strategies to translate performance nutrition from aspirational into daily practice.