Bar & Restaurant Expo 2025

Adam Hegsted (born January 18, 1980) is an American chef, TV host, and restaurateur.[1] He is the chef/owner of Eat Good Group, which operates restaurants, eateries, and kitchens that include Francaise, De Espana, Gilded Unicorn, Yards Bruncheon, baba Spokane, Republic Kitchen + Taphouse... Read More →

Phil Kafarakis is a global food industry executive with more than 40 years of leadership experience in food manufacturing, as well as managing non-profit food industry associations. Currently, Phil serves as President & CEO of IFMA The Food Away from Home Association, a U.S. trade... Read More →

Daniel Eddy, the owner and operator of WINNER, has built a remarkable career rooted in hisdiverse culinary upbringing and passion for community-focused dining. Born in New York Cityand raised in Nicaragua and East Harlem, Eddy's early experiences with traditional Nicaraguancuisine... Read More →

Tassia is an accomplished mobile bar owner with over 25 years of experience in the food and beverage industry. Known for her engaging presence as a TV personality on the hit show “Bar Rescue,” she has built a reputation for assisting with the transformation of  struggling bars... Read More →

As Director of New Business Development at Bailey Design & Entertainment, Eric utilizes his 20+ years of expertise as a Technical/Electrical Engineer and team leader in various industries to focus on the development, design, and execution of immersive entertainment projects that captivate... Read More →