Education

Discover innovative solutions, fresh perspectives, and future-forward ideas through operator-led education. Available exclusively with an Expo + Education upgrade, the Show’s education program provides a focused learning experience for growth-minded attendees.

What’s included with Expo + Education

Want the complete Show experience? Here’s what the Expo + Education upgrade offers:

Exhibit Hall Access
On-Floor Theaters (including live demos)
Keynote & Featured Sessions

PLUS

30 Operator-led sessions covering critical industry topics across six tracks
Exclusive networking with peers and experts
On-demand session recordings & presentation materials

The Expo + Education program is hosted in a distraction-free environment off the Show floor, creating an ideal atmosphere for uninterrupted learning and networking. Sessions are scheduled in 2-hour blocks Saturday through Monday, allowing attendees the perfect balance between attending sessions and exploring the tradeshow floor.

Expo + Education: the recipe for foodservice success

Proven strategies to boost business
Innovative ideas and fresh solutions to your biggest challenges
Practical, actionable takeaways that you can implement immediately
First-hand perspectives from successful operators and industry leaders
Opportunity to connect one-on-one with peers and experts

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Exclusive Networking

Expo + Education participants will have the unique opportunity to connect directly with their peers and industry experts to ask questions, share advice and gain behind-the-scenes insights from those who are facing similar challenges. Explore new business-boosting solutions with some of the brightest minds in the industry while fostering valuable connections to propel you forward.

What Attendees have to say

2025 Attendee

[The program is] very insightful in helping build out innovation pipelines.

Explore Tracks and Topics

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Culinary Insights

Through culinary-focused education, explore the latest in food and beverage trends, menu insights and optimizations to boost sales, and more.

Strategic menu innovation
Consumer health trends and menu adaptations
Flavor and global menu trends
AI and technology’s impact on culinary
Maximizing menu profitability

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Marketing Matters

Learn new consumer trends, insights and engagement strategies to successfully market your brand and connect with today’s evolving consumer.

Social media strategies & trends
Influencer marketing
Integrating AI & predictive technology into marketing
Loyalty programs & customer retention strategies
Value communication & brand positioning
Marketing channel optimization

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Operations Solutions

Find strategies to improve operational efficiencies, maximize ROI, and navigate new business realities.

Integrating AI and automation into operations
Operational efficiencies: doing more with less
Cost control & financial management
Competitive positioning & customer experience
Supply chain management & impact mitigation
Navigating regulatory changes

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Technology Strategies

Discover how the power of technology can improve your business.

AI implementation and best practices
Strategic technology investment
Selecting the right tech vendor
Customer data & digital channels
Delivery & drive-thru optimization
Balancing tech & human-centric hospitality

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Trends in Adult Beverage

From new revenue opportunities to what’s trending in beer, wine and spirits, find business insights to maximize your beverage program.

Non-alcoholic beverage innovations
Flavor and ingredient trends
Adult beverage operations and sales strategies
Connecting with Gen-Z consumers
Cannabis and alternative adult beverages

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Workforce Management

Gain tools to create a stronger workforce. Learn how to navigate the new labor landscape, bolster hiring, retention and training efforts, and prioritize DEI and wellness.

Technology & automation in workforce management
Navigating the impact of immigration policy
Employee retention & engagement
Training & development
Employee wellness

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Speaker Accolades

Experts from three Top 500 Chains
James Beard Award-Winning Chef
“40 Under 40 Rising Stars in Hospitality” - FSR Magazine, 2024
“40 Under 40” – Vegas Inc., “Small Business Person of the Year” – SBA Nevada
“Restaurateur of the Year” – The Boston Globe, 2023; “Power 50 Movement Maker” – Boston Business Journal, 2024; “40 Under 40” – Boston Business Journal, 2020; “The 100 Most Influential Bostonians” – Boston Magazine, 2021-2022; “Women Who Mean Business” – Boston Business Journal, 2023

#1 Restaurant Group in America – Nation’s Restaurant News, 2023
"Top 100 Movers & Shakers" – Fastcasual.com, 2021-2022; “Top 100 Under 100” – Nation’s Restaurant News, 2023
“Top Retail Expert” – ReThink Retail, 2025
“Best of Nashville” – Nashville Scene, 2025