Bar & Restaurant Expo 2025: Full Schedule

1:00pm PDT

Changing The Mindset – How the Modern Guest is Influencing Change

Tuesday March 25, 2025 1:00pm - 1:25pm PDT

Speakers

Scot Turner

Founder & Managing Director, Auden Hospitality

Scot Turner has lived and breathed hospitality his entire career. From luxury hotels to independent restaurants, his drive to challenge convention has powered projects in 14 countries, working with iconic brands and chefs such as Dorchester Collection, Alain Ducasse, and China Grill... Read More →

Tuesday March 25, 2025 1:00pm - 1:25pm PDT
Spotlight Stage, Expo Floor

Spotlight Stage Talk, Spotlight Stage Future Proof Experience

Registration Pass Deluxe Pass, Expo Pass, Expo Plus Pass
Audience GM, Bartender/Mixologist, Bar Manager, Bartender, Chef, Owner/Operator, Start-Up
Experience Level Growth Mode
Track Spotlight Stage

1:00pm PDT

The Consumers' Impact on 2025 Food Away from Home Industry Forecast

Wednesday March 26, 2025 1:00pm - 1:25pm PDT

Spotlight Stage, Expo Floor

A new President, a cautious consumer, and an unsteady economy all could have an impact on operator spending in 2025. To separate the hype from reality, get the latest segment growth projections for 2025, including the why behind the numbers.

Speakers

Charlie McConnell

Vice President of Industry Insights, Research, and Education, IFMA The Food Away from Home Association

In his role with IFMA The Food Away from Home Association, Charlie ensures that members and the larger ecosystem stay informed of the industry's state and the changes happening. Additionally, he leads the training pillar of the Association, having taught Foodservice Fundamentals over... Read More →

Phil Kafarakis

President & CEO, IFMA The Food Away from Home Association

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 →

Wednesday March 26, 2025 1:00pm - 1:25pm PDT
Spotlight Stage, Expo Floor

Spotlight Stage Talk, Spotlight Stage Future Proof Experience

Registration Pass Expo Plus Pass, Expo Pass, Deluxe Pass, Conference Pass
Audience Owner/Operator, GM, Chef, Start-Up, Bartender/Mixologist, Bartender
Experience Level All Levels
Track Spotlight Stage