MEC3 SCHOOL OF GELATO
WORKSHOPS 2010 - 2011
What are the workshops ?
They concern thematic meetings where specific topics will be discussed with the participation of teachers and experts from the sector capable of answering the questions of a moderator or the public in a conference /debate.
WORKSHOPS
- From the passion to Business
- How much do you earn with Gelato? Management Control
- Organic Gelato
- From Gelato maker to businessman
- Inside the Store
- Gelato as an Aliment
From the passion to Business
What entering the world of artisan Gelato signifies| 2010 | 25 October |
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| 2010 | 13 December |
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| 2011 |
21 February |
14 March |
To all those that have no experience in the art of gelato making and want to know if this sector could be a promising business opportunity for them.
Subjects covered:
Starting up your business: a dream that can come true
What is artisan Gelato and what is needed to produce it
What are the essential steps to take before starting
The choice of the type of activity
What is a Business Plan and how is it useful?( practical example)
What are the specific tasks of the Gelato maker
The training of the staff and how to get established
Maximum number of participants: no limits
Teacher Mediator : Roberto Lobrano
Price: 100 € + VAT. (50€ + VAT if combined with Basic Course for Gelato Making)
How much do you earn with Gelato?
Management control| 2011 | 31 January |
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To all those who are about to open a new business or wish to improve the cost management of their Gelato-parlour.
Subjects covered:
The market for Gelato in Italy and worldwide
Business plan analysis of operating costs
Contribution margin
How to calculate the selling price of the product
Fixed costs and break even
Purchases and inventory management
Ecocompatibility and how to save energy
Maximum number of participants : no limits
Teacher/ Moderator: Roberto Lobrano
Guests: Experts from the sector
Price: 100 € + VAT (50 € + VAT if combined with Advanced Course in the Art of Making Gelato)
Organic Gelato
A market trend in expansion that concerns many consumers who pay attention to their health and the environment.| 2010 | 22 November |
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| 2011 | 07 March |
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To all those who wish to give concrete response to the growing market demand for organic products in the field of Gelato.
Why organic?
Trend or concrete business opportunities ?
Productive chain of the raw materials
Organic products for Gelato-parlours
How to use the trade mark Bio
Maximum number of participants : no limits
Teacher/ Moderator: Roberto Lobrano
Guests: Experts from the sector
Price: 100 € + VAT (50 € + VAT if combined with the Course "The Creative Gelato Maker" or the Course "Do you have something for me? Gelato and Health")
From Gelato maker to businessman
Multiplying the success of a Gelato parlour by creating a network or a franchise is a qualitative leap that turns an artisan gelato maker into a true entrepreneur.| 2011 | 04 March |
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Gelato and franchising: a difficult love affair
The characteristics of the Gelato maker/ entrepreneur
Organization and its development from one to many stores
Case Histories of Gelato makers and successful businessmen
Testimony and debate
Teacher/Moderator: Roberto Lobrano
Guests: Experts from the sector
Price: 100 € + VAT (50 € + VAT if combined with Advanced Course in the Art of Making Gelato)
Inside the store
Indoor Communication and the delicate relationship between partners , supervision of staff and the correct rapport with the customer in the direction of a loyal and professional service.| 2010 | 12 December |
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To communicate first of all it’s necessary to listen: active listening
Indoor communication: errors to avoid (with practical examples)
Partners and staff : selection and training
Optimizing the interpersonal relationship
Know how to delegate
Transactional analysis (Practical examples)
Feedback process
How to deal with customer complaints
Maximum number of participants : no limits
Teacher/Moderator: Roberto Lobrano
Guests: Experts from the sector
Price: 100 € + VAT (50 € + VAT if combined with Advanced Course in the Art of Making Gelato)
Gelato as an aliment
Nutritional characteristics of Gelato and communication of quality in the gelato parlour. Can a gelato replace a meal ?| 2010 | 10 March |
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The nutritive properties of the ingredients in gelato.
Milk, types and characteristics.
Animal fats
Sugars, use and calories
Fresh and dried fruit
Yoghurt
Information on the nutritional value of gelato in store.
The nutritionists opinion
Maximum number of participants: no limits
Guests: Experts from the sector
Price: 100 € + IVA (50 € + VAT if combined with the Course "Do you have something for me? Gelato and Health)




