Lasting Success: Rethinking Recruitment & Retention

Presented by Quell. Recruiting and retaining staff has never been more critical for Canadian food, beverage, and hospitality industries. Quell will provide actionable insights on building a strong, motivated workforce while reducing turnover and increasing employee engagement. Discover effective hiring strategies and workplace practices that foster long-term commitment and from your team. Moderator Stephanie Lui-Valentim,…

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Tech, Taste & Touchpoints: Optimizing Customer Experience in Food Halls & Food Courts

Presented by Kitchen Hub. In an era where online ordering, mobile apps, and self-serve kiosks increasingly are dominating the dining experience, how can food halls create a seamless, engaging, and customer-centric journey? Explore the evolving expectations of today’s digital-first consumers and the strategies that restaurants and food courts can implement to enhance convenience, personalization, and…

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Foodtech in Canada: 2025 Insights & Opportunities

Presented by Canadian Food Innovation Network. Join us for an exclusive discussion on CFIN’s Foodtech in Canada 2025 Ecosystem Report, which offers the most comprehensive analysis of Canada’s foodtech landscape to date. CFIN and their esteemed speakers will discussinto the key trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the sector’s future, and share how leading foodtech innovators…

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Leading the Future: Inspiring Passion, Elevating Standards, and Attracting the Next Generation of Hospitality Professionals

Presented by TIPS Academy. The hospitality industry is at a crossroads—staff shortages, complacency, and a lack of structured training are impacting service quality. How do we motivate managers to lead effectively, inspire teams to find purpose, and attract a new generation that respects and values the industry? In this session, Sandrine Ramoisy, founder of TIPS…

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How to increase your profits in 45 minutes – guaranteed

Presented by The Fifteen Group. Discover the common mistakes that cost restaurants money—and how to fix them. The Fifteen Group shares best practices, real-life success stories, and expert insights to boost profitability. Plus, get a free Health Check during the session to uncover opportunities for growth. Don’t miss this chance to maximize your restaurant’s success.

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Workforce Planning in Ontario with Service System Managers

Presented by Restaurants Canada. Learn how regional Service System Managers can provide local and bespoke solutions to your recruitment needs as single points of access to employment services in your community. Fedcap Canada, the Windsor Region Employment Network, and Azim Pirani, Director of the Pirani Group (operating KFC/Taco Bells and Pizza Huts across Canada), discuss…

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