Education Sessions and Speakers
As our industry changes, we continue seeking out resources, ideas and perspectives that reimagine the future of foodservice. We are carefully curating an education program featuring an array of expert-led sessions and deep-dive workshops, all designed to give you forward-looking insights, perspectives and strategies that facilitate growth.
Planning for our 2023 program is currently under way, so check back here to see what we have in store.
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All Sessions
Discover new possibilities in foodservice and learn strategies for success from peers and experts.
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Featured Sessions
Get insights from industry icons, celebrated figures and innovative thinkers on today’s hottest foodservice topics.
Workshops
Take a deep dive into two of today’s biggest topics: ghost kitchens & virtual brands, and foodservice technology.
Live Demos
Get inspired by celebrated chefs and beverage experts as they demonstrate their techniques and share their stories.
Explore Education by Track
Culinary Insights
Learn about the latest food and beverage trends, menu optimization strategies and more.
Topic areas within this Track
- Food and beverage trends
- Menu efficiencies and optimization
- Managing supply chain challenges
- Menu innovations – secret menus, LTO’s and beyond
- Menu pricing
- Plant-based products
Operations Solutions
Find strategies to improve operational efficiencies, maximize ROI and navigate today’s new business realities.
Topic areas within this Track
- Labor efficiencies
- Restaurant and kitchen design
- Robotics and automation
- Supply chain challenges and impact mitigation
- Sustainability
- Traceability solutions
- Crypto, NFTs, and the metaverse and what they mean for foodservice
Marketing Matters
Discover insights and engagement strategies to successfully market your brand and connect with today’s evolving consumer.
Topic areas within this Track
- Consumer myths and realities
- Digital marketing
- Loyalty programs
- Mindful marketing during times of social and cultural strife
- New revenue opportunities
- Public relations
- Social media
Technology Strategies
Learn how the power of technology can improve your business.
Topic areas within this Track
- Prioritizing technology needs
- The restaurant of the future
- Robotics and automation
- Selecting a technology vendor
- New revenue opportunities
- Vendor consolidation
Trends in Adult Beverage
From new revenue opportunities to what’s trending in beer, wine, spirits, and zero-proof drinks gain business insights to maximize your beverage program.
Topic areas within this Track
- Beverage trends
- Beverage LTO’s
- Experiential menus
- Low- and zero-proof drinks
- The latest in to-go alcohol
- The new drinking occasions
Wellness
Find tools to help keep health and wellness a priority in the workplace.
Topic areas within this Track
- Creating an inclusive work environment
- Employee perks and benefits
- Mental health & wellness
- Physical wellness programs
- Substance abuse and addiction recovery
Workforce Recruitment and Retention
From hiring & retention to diversity & inclusion, create a stronger workforce to strengthen your business.
Topic areas within this Track
- Creating pathways to leadership for marginalized groups
- Nontraditional hiring channels and platforms
- Optimizing training
- Recruiting incentives
- Rethinking compensation models
Off-Premise
Get a closer look at what you need to stay competitive in the vast off-premise landscape. Explore consumer behaviors, menu efficiencies, and marketing and operations strategies for different concept styles
Topic areas within this Track
- Off-premise marketing
- Off-premise menus
- Navigating 3rd part delivery services
- Packaging trends and innovations
- Selecting the right online ordering platforms for your business
- The evolving off-premise landscape
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