StudioEx offers a wide range of events, from interactive workshops to industry-leading conferences. Our presentations, keynotes, and sessions are carefully crafted to provide you and your team with the insights, knowledge, and strategies necessary to FUEL and sustain your business.
Schedule Highlights
StudioEx: The Business Hub
Opening Remarks: Get to know StudioEx, The Business Hub at RC Show 2025. Step into a series of in-depth, well-researched presentations designed to equip you with the tools to strengthen your business foundation. Gain valuable insights on cost control, efficiency strategies, marketing tactics, and leadership development—all tailored to help you drive profitability and long-term success…
The Human Side of Foodservice: Protecting, Supporting, and Retaining Talent
In a time of heightened uncertainty, stress, and anxiety, the foodservice industry continues to demand resilience, passion and relentless hard work. We also know that the success of any foodservice operation depends on its people—but how can businesses create a culture that protects, supports, and retains top talent? Learn how organizations like GreenShield are helping…
Presented by Quell: The Power of Influencer Marketing for Restaurant Growth
Presented by Quell. Social media isn’t just about visibility—it’s a business driver. With the right influencer partnerships, restaurant operators can turn online buzz into real customers, higher check averages, and long-term loyalty. Presented by Quell, this session will take you through the power of influencer marketing and how you can use it as a tool…
Work Ready Talent Pipeline Solutions with WCG
Presented by WCG Services. Join WCG Services and Todd Finlayson (Owner/Operator, McDonald’s Restaurants – York Region), for an exploration of single point of access employment services supporting restaurants with recruitment through access to the cumulative talent pools of vast service provider networks in Ontario, BC, and Calgary. Discover how to access and leverage invaluable domestic…
Find, Retain and Train the Best Managers
Presented by Amrita Bhalla and Val Upfold, this dynamic session will explore the challenges and strategies for hiring, training, and retaining the right leadership in foodservice. As the industry faces a rapidly changing workforce, including Gen Z, Gen Alpha, and a growing number of immigrants, how can operators adapt their leadership development strategies for long-term…
Made to Order: A Look at The Micro-Trends Shaping Foodservice
Presented by Circana. Today’s market presents a unique challenge—traditional broad-stroke strategies no longer resonate as consumers demand hyper-personalized, customized experiences that speak directly to their needs. Join Vince Sgabellone as he presents the rise of micro consumer trends and how we can leverage them for sustainable growth. With consumers no longer behaving as large homogenous…
Exporting in an Uncertain Trade Climate: How Foodservice Businesses Can Stay Resilient
Presented by OMAFA. With shifting trade policies and global supply chain disruptions, expanding into international markets has never been more complex. For foodservice businesses looking to grow beyond Canadian borders, being export-ready requires more than just meeting regulations; it demands agility, risk management, and a keen understanding of today’s unpredictable trade landscape. Join OMAFA as…
AI in the Restaurant Industry: Bridging High Concepts to Practical Uses
Presented by Back of House. Join Spencer Michiel, Consultant of Back of House, for a dynamic discussion on how AI is transforming restaurants. You’ll gain a clear understanding of what AI can actually do and explore innovative ways to apply it to your business today. From streamlining operations to enhancing the guest experience, we’ll break…
Trendy vs. Thriving: How to Make Your Restaurant Cool AND Profitable
Presented by The Fifteen Group. A great concept can turn heads, but a solid operation keeps the doors open. How do you strike the right balance between being trendy and building a financially sustainable restaurant? Join The Fifteen Group as they break down the harmony between creative vision and operational excellence. Whether you’re launching a…
Franchising the Canadian Way & Lessons From Supply Chain Shifts
As one of Canada’s most iconic franchises, Tim Hortons has long been a case study in foodservice success. Now, as the brand shifts its supply chain to source more products from Canadian suppliers, what does this mean for franchisees, the bottom line, and the future of franchising in Canada? This session will look at the…