NEW FOR 2025
Learn from the Experts
Discover innovative solutions, fresh perspectives and future-forward ideas through operator- led education opportunities, available exclusively to Expo + Education badge holders. Growth-minded attendees can access sessions on menu, marketing, operations, labor, technology and more.
Exclusive Expo + Education General Session
COURTNEY STORER CHEF; CULINARY PRODUCER AND CO-EXECUTIVE PRODUCER OF FX’S THE BEAR
Monday, May 19 | 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Courtney Storer, a renowned chef and culinary producer, and Donnie Madia, a critically-acclaimed restaurateur and contributor to The Bear with appearances in season two, will share their vast industry expertise and the drivers behind their success, life-lessons such as the importance of building camaraderie and relationships in business and how to recognize and seize opportunities, as well as their experience working on The Bear and how each have contributed significantly to the accurate and intricate depiction of restaurants and the positive impact real restaurants are garnering from the series. Courtney and Donnie place an indelible importance on food and hospitality and their authenticity shines through making them two of the industry’s most trusted voices. You won’t want to miss what they have to share!
DONNIE MADIA MANAGING PARTNER/OWNER, ONE OFF HOSPITALITY GROUP
SPONSOR EXPO+EDUCATION TITLE SPONSOR
Expo + Education Exchange & Networking
Saturday, May 17 | 12 p.m.-12:45 p.m. Sunday, May 18 | 11:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Monday, May 19 | 12:15 p.m.-1 p.m.
New for 2025, the Show’s Expo + Education program introduces the Expert Exchange & Networking opportunity — a dynamic experience that combines networking and idea-sharing in one powerful setting. Expo + Education badge holders will have the chance to connect directly with industry experts to ask questions on critical topics tailored to each expert’s area of expertise. At the same time, operators can network with peers to share insights and gain advice from others tackling similar challenges. This engaging environment offers unique access to some of the brightest minds in the industry while fostering valuable connections to propel your business forward. The 2025 Show’s Expert Exchange will focus on four main areas: marketing, technol- ogy, employee relations and margin management. Each day will feature different experts that are eager to share insights and answer questions related to their unique areas of expertise. Click here to learn more about the topics and experts.
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