Editorial Calendar

The National DipperĀ® 2016 Editorial Calendar

January/February
24th Annual Source Book

  • Manufacturer Listings
  • Product Listings
  • Trade & Brand Names
  • State Distributor Listings

March/April

  • 2016 Industry Outlook
  • 31st Anniversary Issue
  • Daily, Weekly, Monthly Maintenance for Soft Serve Machines
  • The Hiring Process – What Store Owners Do to Hire the Best

May/June

  • Equipment Feature: Waffle Cone Bakers and Accessories
  • Get Creative with Waffle Cones
  • Opening & Closing Procedures Checklists
  • Recognizing Drug Use in the Workplace

July/August

  • National Ice Cream Month
  • Italian Ice, Sorbet, Slushes – Very Profitable Menu Items
  • Purchasing a Visual Merchandiser for Take Home Products
  • 11 Essential Components of a Successful Social Media Strategy

September/October

  • NICRA and NEICRA Show Issue
  • Equipment Feature: Refrigerated Toppings Bars
  • What to Do? – A Trusted Employee Defected to the Competition
  • Pay-for-Performance Trend in Public Relations

November/December

  • 2017 Industry Events
  • 2017 Promotional Planning Guide
  • NICRA & NEICRA Promotion of the Year Awards