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General Sessions
3 days filled with learning, networking, and building meaningful relationships.
8:00am – 6:00pm

Registration & Information Desk

Location: Ellington Pre-Function
8:00am – 2:00pm

Vendor Fair Setup

Location: Overlook
2:00pm – 3:30pm

General Session

Location: Ellington Salon D-F
Editor v. Editor

Different Areas of the Industry, Different Views!  In this dynamic session hear from Restaurant Business Editor-in-Chief Jonathan Maze, and FSD Editor-in-Chief Tara Fitzpatrick as they interview each other and provide a look into what is happening from each side of the foodservice space.  Learn how certain trends may impact the industry as a whole and walkway with key ideas for future planning!

Speakers:

Senior Executive Editor, The Restaurant & Food Group
Informa Connect

Editor-in-Chief
Restaurant Business

Sustainability Overview
The State of Sustainability in the Industry

Hear from Top Operators from All Sectors of the Industry Who are Making a Difference by Pushing Initiatives Forward and Facilitating Progressive Changes!

Speakers:

Associate Editor | Moderator
FoodService Director

Chef Manager
Harvest IFNH, Rutgers University

Industry Building Blocks ‘Mini Session’- Solution Based Fireside Chat and Case Study Review
3:30pm – 3:45pm

Transition Break

3:45pm – 4:30pm

Workshops (Choose 1 of 3)

Flavors and Trends: Exploring Pacific Rim Cuisine

During this presentation we will explore what PRC is and dive into the vibrant ingredients that make this cuisine so incredible.  We will also discuss the penetration of PRC across all segments and why PRC resonates with operators and consumers.

Speakers:

Senior Sales Manager- Non-Commercial Foodservice
King's Hawaiian

Presented By:
King's Hawaiian
Embracing Trends and Driving Versatility: Menu Innovation Is The Answer

Join Impossible Foods as we explore menu innovation as a tool for driving long-term success with delicious, sustainable, and versatile recipes ideal for any non-commercial segment.

Speakers:

Director of Non-Commercial Foodservice
Impossible Foods

Lead Culinary Specialist
Impossible Foods

Presented By:
Impossible Foods
Option 3
Speakers:

Founder & President
Jim Green & Associates

4:30pm – 6:30pm

Vendor Fair Reception

Location: Overlook

Join us to celebrate the first day of MenuDirections overlooking Midtown Atlanta! Mingle with colleagues and old friends and explore new solutions from MenuDirections's supplier partners as you enjoy food and refreshments. 

6:30pm – 9:30pm

Dinner on Your Own

20+Speakers
4Noncommercial Segments