Chicago Fast Casual Tour
We're kicking off our event with a tour of some of the best fast casual concepts in the city. Example stops to include: Go Roma, Portillo's, Taco Fresco, Yogen Fruz, Cosi and Tom & Eddie's.
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Opening Networking Reception Before we get down to business on Monday, we invite you to join us for a fun evening with great food, drink and entertainment.
Monday, October 11
7:00 am
Registration Opens
7:00 - 8:30 am
The Living Daylights - Continental Breakfast & Coffee
Grab a cup of java, a bagel, and get to know your industry peers that you'll soon be collaborating and innovating with.
7:30 - 8:30 am
Pre-Conference Concurrent Workshops - Workforce Management #1: Armed and Dangerous: Building brand leaders of the future. Moderator: Valerie Killifer, FastCasual.com Presenters: Husein Kitabwalla, Retail Brand Group; Osman Khan, Royal Docks Business School - University of East London #2: Mission Critical:Double-O tactics for motivating mission teams & front line agents. Moderator: Paul Barron, Genghis Grill Presenters: Kat Cole, Hooters
8:30 - 8:55 am
Gold Finger - Culinary Break
Don’t miss this golden opportunity to network and mingle with your new-found peers.
8:55 - 9:55 am
Concurrent Sessions #1 Q&A Session - On Q(ue): How to develop a digital communications strategy. Moderator: Al Bahkta, Genghis Grill Presenters: Boris Bugarski, mUrgent; Paul Barron, Genghis Grill #2 Q&A Session - Mi6 Operational Tactics: Menu strategies in pricing, development and creative concepts. Moderator: Alan Hixon, MOOYAH Burgers & Fries Presenters: Lori Walderich, IdeaStudio; Andrew Hunter, Culinary Craft
9:55 - 10:15 am
Diamonds are Forever - Culinary Break Network and mingle while enjoying some snacks and your favorite morning beverages.
10:15 - 11:15 am
Concurrent Sessions #1 Q&A Session - The Big M:Money management strategies for brand expansion. Moderator: Presenters: Jim Greco, Bruegger's; Ben Butler, Clear Vision Advisors #2 Q&A Session - Secret Intelligence BrandingNew Age solutions for a New Age consumer. Moderator: Valerie Killifer, FastCasual.com Presenters: Jeff Carl, Tavistock Restaurants; Kathleen Wood, Kathleen Wood Partners;
11:15 - 12:15 pm
General Session: For Your Eyes Only An inside look at the industry’s economic environment and its impact on consumer trends. Moderator: Valerie Killifer, FastCasual.com Presenter: Carlos Herrera, Principal Financial Analyst, Coca-Cola
12:15 - 1:30 pm
Keynote Lunch: Fast Casual Industry Council Panel
Members of the NRA’s Fast Casual Industry Council will participate in a CEO Roundtable. The delegates will discuss industry best practices and trends, as well as key trends leading the fast casual segment. Moderator: Paul Barron, Genghis Grill Presenters: NRA, Members of the FCIC
1:30 - 2:00 pm
Moonraker - Culinary Break
Set your course for collaboration during this afternoon intermission.
2:00 - 3:30 pm
General Session "Brain Exchange" Collaboration Session
This is an intimate exchange of ideas with up to 10 of your peers on subject matter that you get to choose.
3:30 - 4:00 pm
Casino Royale - Culinary Break Take a risk and continue the robust discussions you've started during the sessions.
4:00 - 5:00 pm
Q&A Session: Intelligence Brief
How healthcare reform will impact your restaurant. Moderator: Valerie Killifer, FastCasual.com Presenters:
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Secret Agent Cocktail Reception Summit off, Bond on. After a busy day of networking and collaboration, now share your favorite cocktail with your peers. Reserved for registered attendees of the Fast Casual Executive Summit only.
7:30 - 9:00 pm
Secret Agent Dinner Party
This is the Summit's premier event. Reserved for registered attendees of the Fast Casual Executive Summit only.
Tuesday, October 12
8:00 am
You Only Live Twice - Continental Breakfast & Coffee is Served
Grab a cup of java and enjoy a tantalizing view of culinary breakfast treats.
9:00 - 10:30 am
Keynote Breakfast: Strategic Leadership Moderator: Valerie Killifer, FastCasual.com Presenter: Ed Rensi, Tom & Eddie's
10:30 - 11:00 pm
Dr. No - Culinary Break Another opportunity for you to carry the momentum with your fellow summit peers.
11:00 - 12:00 pm
Q&A Session: Tomorrow Never Dies The future landscape of sustainable sourcing: Is it right for you? Moderator: Peter Truitt, Truitt Brothers Presenters: Vaughan Lazar, Pizza Fusion; Michelle Barry, Hartman Group; Miriam Eisenberg, Ecolab
12:00 - 1:30 pm
Working Lunch General Session: The World Is Not Enough How to uncover hidden revenue channels. Moderator: Valerie Killifer, FastCasual.com Presenters: Annica Kreider, McAlister's Deli; Dave Wolfgram, Forklift Brands; Erle Dardick, MonkeyMedia;
1:30- 2:00 pm
Thunderball - Culinary Break
This will be your final chance to network with industry peers before you head into the final session.
2:00 - 3:30 pm
Q&A Session: Shaken, Not Stirred Consumer trends for healthy living. Moderator: Valerie Killifer, FastCasual.com Presenters: Suzy Badaracco, Culinary Tides
3:30 pm
The 2010 Fast Casual Executive Summit Mission is Complete
See you at 2011 Fast Casual Executive Summit.
Registration Cost:$895.00 $295.00 With Coupon Code: FCESDISC
RESERVED FOR
QUALIFIED*
FAST CASUAL EXECUTIVES
*Only executives of companies that own
or operate a multi-unit fast casual
restaurant will be approved to attend.
