Opening General Session
Location: Grapevine Ballroom A-DPresented by Technomic, this in-depth look at the industry will examine the state of the foodservice recovery in the aftermath of COVID-19. The effects of the pandemic were unprecedented and have prompted considerable change. Therefore, this discussion will highlight not only recovery performance metrics, but will also review how technology is supporting the most significant changes being made by the foodservice operator community and share operator priorities for technology investment.
Principal
Technomic
Ghost kitchens are one of the top restaurant trends to emerge from the pandemic. They promise attractive benefits such as a low barrier of entry and operational efficiencies, but they’re also largely untested in a non-pandemic environment. Hear from experts about how restaurants can get the most out of this new format.
Editor-in-Chief
Restaurant Business
CEO, Starbird / Founder & Chairman, The Culinary Edge
Chief Business Officer
Kitchen United
CEO / Chief Concept Officer
Frisch’s / Experiential Brands
Welcome Reception & Dinner
Location: FSTEC Marketplace (Longhorn Ballroom E-F)As you settle in and gear up for a great conference, plan to join FSTEC's Marketplace and be one of the first to check out every booth in action. Discover some of the industry's latest innovations, mingle with peers and help us kick off FSTEC 2021 in style with an exciting Welcome Reception complete with food, drinks and great conversation!