Early access unlocked: Browse the first round of Forum sessions, now live, with additional speakers and topics still being finalized. Join us on the evening of Wednesday, August 26 for an exclusive networking cocktail reception at Progressive Field, home of the Cleveland Guardians, followed by a full day of speaking sessions on Thursday, August 27.

Forum Presentations & Sessions

Macro Explained: Breaking Down the Impact of Inflation, Consumer Confidence, Trade, and More on Foodservice

What's Working in Chain Restaurants: Driving Traffic through Menu Innovation, Value, Marketing, and Better Service

Opportunities, Challenges, and Dynamics across the Big 3 Contract Management Companies and Non-Commercial Segments

Outlining the Big 3 Broadline Distributor Playbook and Market Share Shifts

Scenario Analysis of the Consumer and Channel Shifts Next 5-10 Years

Chain Restaurant Executive Panel featuring panelists from Brinker International, Piada Italian Street Food, City Barbeque, and Sky Co-Op

Contract Management Executive Panel featuring panelists from NEXDINE Hospitality, Creative Dining Services, HHS, and Parkhurst Dining

Fireside Chat with Founder of HarvestOwl
(corporate onsite lunch service in Northeast Ohio)