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Tuesday, March 25
 

10:20am PDT

Industry Excellence, Industry Impact and Supplier Awards Ceremony
Tuesday March 25, 2025 10:20am - 11:00am PDT
Industry Excellence Awards
Recognizing the best of the best in hospitality, the Bar & Restaurant Expo Industry Excellence Awards honor outstanding individuals and venues that are making a significant impact on the industry. This is your chance to nominate those who embody excellence and innovation.

Award Categories
Individual Awards
  1. Bartender of the Year
  2. Chef of the Year
  3. Community Leadership Award
  4. Industry Impact
Venue Awards
  1. NEW! Design of the Year
  2. Bar of the Year
  3. Restaurant of the Year
  4. Best Hospitality Training Program
  5. Best Cocktail Program

Supplier Awards

These prestigious awards aim to honor industry trailblazers who have redefined the bar and restaurant landscape with their exceptional products and solution

Categories
  1. Best Alcoholic Beverage
  2. Best Food Product/Producer
  3. Best Non-Alcoholic Product or Mixer
  4. Best Entertainment Product
  5. Best Equipment, Tool, or Bar Supply
  6. Best Technology Product
  7. Best Décor or Furniture Product
Tuesday March 25, 2025 10:20am - 11:00am PDT

11:00am PDT

Industry Keynote
Tuesday March 25, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am PDT
Announced soon!
Tuesday March 25, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am PDT
Las Vegas Convention Center, South Hall

11:45am PDT

Red Carpet & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Tuesday March 25, 2025 11:45am - 12:00pm PDT
Join the industry as we officially open the Expo Hall!
Tuesday March 25, 2025 11:45am - 12:00pm PDT
Las Vegas Convention Center, South Hall

12:00pm PDT

Expo Hall - Open to All!
Tuesday March 25, 2025 12:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
Explore the dynamic Bar & Restaurant Expo Hall, where innovation meets opportunity! Discover the latest products, services, and solutions that can take your business to the next level. With access and complimentary samples included in all registration passes, this is your chance to taste, test, and connect with top industry suppliers.
Tuesday March 25, 2025 12:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
Las Vegas Convention Center, South Hall

12:30pm PDT

Generational Dynamics in Hospitality: Adapting to Future-Focused Shifts in Work and Culture
Tuesday March 25, 2025 12:30pm - 12:55pm PDT
Explore the evolving generational landscape in hospitality and how it shapes both the workplace and guest expectations. This lightning talk delves into actionable insights on bridging generational gaps, fostering adaptable teams, and creating a future-focused culture that appeals across age groups. Learn strategies to harness the unique strengths of each generation, from Gen Z’s digital fluency to Millennials' emphasis on work-life balance, ensuring your business stays relevant and resilient.

Location: Spotlight Stage, Future Proof Experience
Speakers
avatar for Brian Connors

Brian Connors

Professor, Salve Regina University
Brian P. Connors is a visionary leader and industry innovator with over two decades of expertise in hospitality, higher education, and business development. As Managing Partner of Connors Davis Hospitality, LLC, Brian has been instrumental in developing transformative strategies and... Read More →
Tuesday March 25, 2025 12:30pm - 12:55pm PDT
Las Vegas Convention Center, South Hall

1:00pm PDT

F&B Innovation Center Demo with Tori Lubekci
Tuesday March 25, 2025 1:00pm - 1:30pm PDT
Secret Vegan McRibwich with Tori Lubecki
Speakers
avatar for Tori Lubecki

Tori Lubecki

Vegan Chef
Tuesday March 25, 2025 1:00pm - 1:30pm PDT
Las Vegas Convention Center, South Hall

1:00pm PDT

Building an Enduring Brand: Expanding, Protecting, and Growing Your Hospitality Presence
Tuesday March 25, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm PDT
TBA
Learn key strategies to create a strong hospitality brand that grows beyond its initial concept and stands the test of time. This session covers how to expand, legally protect, and leverage your brand's assets for long-term growth.
  • Conduct trademark searches and navigate registration to legally protect your brand from the start.
  • Expand your brand into new revenue streams like TV, CPGs, and cookbooks.
  • Transition from a single concept to a multi-concept hospitality group.
  • Secure your brand’s assets through intellectual property (IP) strategies.
  • Use cease-and-desist letters and litigation to prevent brand infringement and ensure ongoing success.


Speakers
avatar for Hamutal Lieberman

Hamutal Lieberman

Partner & Chair of Trademark Group, Helbraun & Levey LLP
Hamutal is a Partner & the Chair of the Trademark Group at Helbraun & Levey LLP, a full-service hospitality law firm in New York City. She regularly counsels clients on trademark matters including trademark searches, applications, and prosecutions. Hamutal also assists clients with... Read More →
Tuesday March 25, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm PDT
TBA

1:00pm PDT

Elevating Guest Service: Unlocking Sales and Profit Potential
Tuesday March 25, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm PDT
TBA
Guest service is the backbone of any successful food and beverage operation. Learn how exceptional service impacts sales, profitability, and customer loyalty. This session will cover key strategies for fostering a service-driven culture that enhances guest satisfaction and drives long-term success.
Participants will learn:
  • The direct link between guest service and increased sales/profitability
  • How high-quality service builds trust, loyalty, and repeat business
  • Strategies for creating personalized guest experiences that drive upselling
  • The role of a positive service environment in improving operational efficiency
  • Best practices for training and empowering teams to deliver exceptional service
Speakers
avatar for Timura Jackson

Timura Jackson

Director of Hospitality Operations, Highway West Vacations
With over two decades of distinguished leadership in hospitality, Timura Jackson is renowned for his strategic vision and transformative impact across diverse operational landscapes. His career reflects an unwavering commitment to excellence in guest experiences, team development... Read More →
Tuesday March 25, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm PDT
TBA

1:00pm PDT

Wynn Nightlife Tour
Tuesday March 25, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Limited capacity & transportation is provided! Additional registration add-on item and fees apply to attend. Add to any registration pass.

Experience Wynn nightlife like no one has before. Stroll behind the velvet ropes of Las Vegas most celebrated venues within the impressive Wynn and Encore Properties and see Encore Beach Club, and XS Nightclub.

Wynn and Encore can boast the most celebrated nightlife and day life experiences in Las Vegas. These unique clubs feature the hottest entertainment, cutting edge technology and the most luxurious spaces that have put our resort on the map as the ultimate party destination. World-renowned performers, celebrities, and party-goers alike clamor to be part of the action at XS and Encore Beach Club. Intrigue adds an air of mystery, seduction and the unexpected featuring a 14,000-square-foot space that makes the most of indoor and outdoor revelry with attractive waterside scenery.

Bus Schedule:
12:30pm - Bus departs from Las Vegas Convention Center to Wynn
1:00pm-4:00pm –Wynn Nightlife Tour
4:15pm - Bus arrives back at Las Vegas Convention Center

Tour will cover
  • Wynn Nightlife including Intrigue, XS, Encore Beach Club
  • How lines work and VIP entrances
  • Security
  • DJ/ Lighting booths
  • How we staff each venue
  • Capacity
  • Special Events and how they are operated in each venue
  • VIP Tables/Rooms
  • Marketing and Promotions
  • Uniqueness of each venue
  • Gaming in venues
  • Q&A
Tuesday March 25, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Wynn Las Vegas

2:30pm PDT

F&B Innovation Center Demo with Kayla Robison
Tuesday March 25, 2025 2:30pm - 3:00pm PDT
Filipino Fried Chicken Lollipops with Kayla Robison
Speakers
avatar for Kayla Robinson

Kayla Robinson

Chef Owner/Operator, Commander N Beef
Tuesday March 25, 2025 2:30pm - 3:00pm PDT
Las Vegas Convention Center, South Hall

2:45pm PDT

Chef Masterclass: Menu Engineering: Back of House Insights for Crafting Profitable Dishes
Tuesday March 25, 2025 2:45pm - 4:15pm PDT
TBA
Details Coming Soon!

Speakers
avatar for Adrianne Calvo

Adrianne Calvo

Chef/ Author/ Restaurateur/ TV Host, Maximum Flavor
Chef Adrianne Calvo is an award-winning Miami based restaurateur, cookbook author,Emmy-nominated YouTube show host and podcaster known for her signature “Maximum Flavor” style. Her highly-acclaimed restaurants, Chef Adrianne’s Vineyard Restaurant and Bar andCracked by Chef Adrianne... Read More →
Tuesday March 25, 2025 2:45pm - 4:15pm PDT
TBA
  Master Class

3:00pm PDT

Culture as Currency: Building a Business Model for Success
Tuesday March 25, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm PDT
TBA
Speakers
avatar for Steve Palmer

Steve Palmer

Founder and Chief Vision Officer, The Indigo Road Hospitality Group
Best-selling author, TedX speaker, James Beard semifinalist, industry leader, mental health advocate, restaurateur, and more, Steve Palmer is founder, managing partner and most significantly, chief vision officer, of the nationally recognized Indigo Road Hospitality Group (IRHG... Read More →
Tuesday March 25, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm PDT
TBA

3:15pm PDT

F&B Innovation Center Demo with Aaron Fish
Tuesday March 25, 2025 3:15pm - 3:45pm PDT
Miso Mac and Cheese with Aaron Fish
Speakers
avatar for Aaron Fish

Aaron Fish

Executive Chef, Eat Good Group
Tuesday March 25, 2025 3:15pm - 3:45pm PDT
Las Vegas Convention Center, South Hall

3:45pm PDT

9:00pm PDT

Industry Afterparty II at OMNIA Nightclub
Tuesday March 25, 2025 9:00pm - 11:00pm PDT
Cap off your Bar & Restaurant Expo experience with an epic night at OMNIA Nightclub! Connect with fellow attendees, build valuable relationships, and unwind in one of the hottest nightlife venues. This is where business meets pleasure—don’t miss out!

Includes free admission and complimentary beverages provided by our sponsors.

Helpful Tips:
Private Bar & Restaurant Expo Hours: 9pm-11pm
Bring your I.D. and show your badge or registration email confirmation at the door.
For OMNIA Nightclub dress code, click here.
Tuesday March 25, 2025 9:00pm - 11:00pm PDT
OMNIA Nightclub, Caesars Palace 3570 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109
 
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