EDUCATION
Visit the Discovery Theater and Innovation Theater for 40+ expert-led sessions on real-world strategies to help you navigate today’s challenges and boost your bottom line. Here are some of the most anticipated sessions on the agenda. INNOVATION IN ACTION
STOP LEAVING MONEY ON THE TABLE: THE GAMING OPPORTUNITY
Hear directly from Illinois bar and restaurant owners who incorporated video gaming into their establishment—and now consider it a key revenue driver. In this candid panel, operators discuss their initial concerns, what surprised them most, and how partnering with our terminal operation company helped them add gaming with confidence. Attendees will gain firsthand insight into day-to-day operations, customer reactions, and the real financial impact of gaming.
Saturday, May 16 1 p.m.-1:30 p.m.
JIM PELLUM ASSISTANT GENERAL COUNSEL, VICE PRESIDENT OF REGULATORY AFFAIRS AT ACCEL ENTERTAINMENT
SCOTT WEINER CO-OWNER AT THE FIFTY/50 GROUP
KEVIN JAGLOWSKI DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE SALES AT ACCEL ENTERTAINMENT
BRENDAN FITZHARRIS OWNER AT FITZ’S PUB, INC.
THE FUTURE OF SEARCH & RESTAURANTS ON GOOGLE
Saturday, May 16 2 p.m.-2:30 p.m.
LISA LANDSMAN HEAD OF INDUSTRY ENGAGEMENT & SMB SUCCESS AT GOOGLE
As AI reshapes how hungry diners discover their next meal, a highly optimized online presence is the difference between an empty table and a waitlist. This session strips away the technical jargon to reveal exactly how emerging search behaviors impact local restaurants. You will discover practical, everyday strategies to enhance your Google Business Profile, ensuring your restaurant stands out when it matters most. Walk away with the actionable tools needed to turn online searches into real-world foot traffic and loyal guests.
Discover how modern kitchen equipment is evolving to meet the demands of today’s food service operations. Join us for an engaging Q&A discussion with industry experts who will share practical insights, real-world examples, and actionable strategies to help you make informed equipment decisions that drive performance, profitability, and environmental responsibility. THE FUTURE OF KITCHEN EQUIPMENT: SMART TECHNOLOGY, ROI, AND SUSTAINABILITY
Saturday, May 16 | 3 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
CHRISTINE GUYOTT, FCSI, RDN EXECUTIVE PRINCIPAL/PARTNER AT RIPPE ASSOCIATES
JUAN MARTINEZ, PHD, FCSI PRINCIPAL AT PROFITALITY LABOR GURU
RICHARD EISENBARTH, FCSI PRESIDENT, EMERITUS, CINI-LITTLE INTERNATIONAL
National Restaurant Association Show Preview 24
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