Sunday, October 08 10:00am – 4:00pm

Vendor Fair Sponsor Setup

Sunday, October 08 10:00am – 7:00pm

Registration and Information Desk

Sunday, October 08 2:00pm – 2:45pm

General Session

Location: Archie M. Griffin-West
Creating a Fast, Casual Model - Start to Finish

Explore the key steps and best practices for developing a successful fast-casual model from the ground up, from defining your concept and menu to designing an efficient kitchen layout and implementing effective marketing strategies. This session will provide valuable insights and actionable tips to help you achieve your goals.

Speakers:

Director of Culinary
Piada Italian Street Food

Sunday, October 08 3:00pm – 3:45pm

Workshops (Choose 1 of 3)

Sunday, October 08 3:45pm – 4:15pm

Networking Break

Sunday, October 08 4:15pm – 5:00pm

Workshops (Choose 1 of 3)

Sunday, October 08 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Welcome Reception in Vendor Fair

Location: Archie M. Griffin-East
Monday, October 09 7:45am – 6:00pm

Registration & Information Desk

Monday, October 09 7:45am – 9:00am

Breakfast

Monday, October 09 9:15am – 10:00am

Workshops (Choose 1 of 3)

Monday, October 09 10:15am – 11:00am

Workshops (Choose 1 of 3)

Monday, October 09 11:15am – 12:00pm

General Session

Location: Archie M. Griffin-West
The State of Farming in the United States

Dean Cathann Kress, Ph.D. examines the current trends, challenges, and opportunities facing the agricultural industry in the US. She explores the forces shaping the future of farming and how farmers are adapting to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on the State of Farming in the US.

Speakers:

Vice President for Agricultural Administration and Dean of the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences
The Ohio State University

Research & Insights From Technomic
Speakers:

Director, Menu Research & Insights
Technomic

Monday, October 09 11:15am – 12:00pm

Vendor Fair Lunch

Location: Archie M. Griffin-East
Monday, October 09 2:00pm – 2:30pm

Refresh, Relax, and Rejuvenate

Monday, October 09 2:30pm – 5:30pm

Vendor Fair Sponsor Teardown

Location: Archie M. Griffin-East
Monday, October 09 2:30pm – 3:15pm

General Session

Location: Archie M. Griffin-West
Monday, October 09 3:15pm – 3:45pm

Networking Break

Monday, October 09 3:45pm – 4:30pm

Workshops (Choose 1 of 3)

Monday, October 09 6:00pm – 9:00pm

MenuDirections Reception & Party

Tuesday, October 10 7:45am – 8:45am

Networking Breakfast & Roundtable Discussions

Tuesday, October 10 7:45am – 11:00am

Registration & Information Desk

Tuesday, October 10 9:00am – 9:45am

Workshops (Choose 1 of 3)

Tuesday, October 10 10:00am – 11:00am

General Session

Location: Archie M. Griffin-West
Tuesday, October 10 11:15am – 1:00pm

Campus Tour