OCT 6-8, 2024 | NAPA, CA

The restaurant industry is undergoing a radical transformation.
 
RestaurantSpaces Fall brings key leaders together to explore this transformation through the lens of design + technology.
 

Fall ’23 lineup included

Jonathan Neman

Jonathan Neman

CEO

sweetgreen
Sam Nazarian

Sam Nazarian

Chairman & CEO

sbe & C3
Tabassum Zalotrawala

Tabassum Zalotrawala

Chief Development Officer

McDonald’s
Phil Crawford

Phil Crawford

Chief Technology Officer

CKE
Mike Hancock

Mike Hancock

President

Firehouse Subs
Melissa Ng

Melissa Ng

SVP, Design and Construction

CAVA
Benjamin Calleja

Benjamin Calleja

Founder & Chief Experience Officer

Livit
Kim Ellis

Kim Ellis

Chief Development Officer

Scooter’s Coffee
Ricky Velez

Ricky Velez

Comedian /

Actor
Joseph Ortiz

Joseph Ortiz

President & COO

Farmer Boys
Troy Tracy

Troy Tracy

Brand President & COO

Ascent Hospitality Management
Dan Simpson

Dan Simpson

CEO

Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe
Nick Nanakos

Nick Nanakos

CEO

The Food Company
Vishal Agarwal

Vishal Agarwal

Founder & CEO

ItsaCheckmate
Dave Jenkins

Dave Jenkins

VP, Digital Technologies

Iterate.ai
Juan Martinez

Juan Martinez

Principal & Founder

Profitality Labor Guru
Andy Schillig

Andy Schillig

Director

Visual Graphics Systems
Much More

Much More

To be announced

Soon!

Check out who’s spoken at RestaurantSpaces over the years…

VIEW PAST SPEAKERS

Topics we recently explored:

How Generative AI, like ChatGPT, Will Impact Restaurants

Exploring Advancements in Automation and Robotics

Evolving Your Tech Stack for Future Needs

Boosting Efficiency Through Design and Tech

Optimizing Site Selection

Improving the Drive-Thru & Designing for Convenience

Building Energy-Saving, Sustainable Restaurants

Overcoming Development & Construction Challenges

Enhancing Restaurant Dev + Ops with Data

…and more!

Intimate and Carefully Curated

1.

Limited to 250 industry leaders

2.

Engage in meaningful conversations

3.

Establish genuine relationships that take your business to the next level.

CHECK OUT HIGHLIGHTS FROM

A Recent Event

WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAY

”

What you guys do is simply amazing. Bringing these people together and letting them share ideas and learn from one another… that’s how we’re all gonna win.”

  CEO – Taco Bell  

Check out photos from RestaurantSpaces Fall!

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Where you’ll be

THE MERITAGE RESORT & SPA

Among the sprawling vineyards and rolling golden hills, a memorable escape at the gateway to wine country awaits. Expansive and luxurious, with two distinct stays, experience endless ways to relax, celebrate, and explore without ever leaving The Meritage Napa.

Sample Schedule

SUNDAY

OCT 6

12:00pm Welcome!

1:30pm Networking Activity

6:00pm Sunset Cocktail Reception

7:00pm Dinner + Keynote

 

MONDAY

OCT 7

7:00am Group Run

7:30am Breakfast

8:15am Outdoor Keynote

9:30am Sourcing Session

10:30am Innovation Talks

11:30am Sourcing Session

12:30pm MasterMind Roundtables

1:30pm Networking Lunch

2:30pm Sourcing Session

4:00pm Happy Hour Talk

7:00pm Dinner Party

TUESDAY

OCT 8

7:15am Breakfast

8:00am Innovation Talks

10:00am Sourcing Session

11:00am MasterMind Roundtables

12:00pm Closing Remarks

12:30pm Goodbye Brunch

Wanna join us?

ATTEND

(Restaurant Chain Exec)

Qualified restaurant chain execs attend at no cost. Registration includes accommodations for two nights, full meals and access to all networking excursions.

PARTNER

(INDUSTRY VENDOR)

Partnering with RestaurantSpaces is a great way to get your company in front of the best of restaurant development, design, and technology leaders.

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FAQ

When and where does the event take place?

Oct 6-8, 2024 at The Meritage Resort & Spa in Napa, CA

Who attends the event?

RestaurantSpaces is by invitation-only and open to restaurant chain development, design + technology leaders and industry vendors.

I’m a restaurant executive and would like to attend. How do I register and what's included?

Registration is complimentary for qualified executives and includes 2 nights’ accommodation (Sunday and Monday), full meals (Sunday dinner – Tuesday lunch) and access to the entire program. Click here to request an invite.

I’m an industry vendor and would like to attend. How can I get involved?

Industry vendors can participate in RestaurantSpaces by becoming a Partner. Click here to submit a request and a member of our team will reach out shortly to discuss available options. 

What is your cancellation policy?
Registration is complimentary…what’s the catch?
There is no catch, but we do require a $1 processing fee and you must agree to our cancellation policy. Please read it closely below as there are fees if you cancel within a month of the event. This is because we are committing ($$) to your accommodations, meals and activities that are non-refundable to us within a month of the event. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to ask us!
 
Cancellation Policy for Complimentary Registrations:
  • Less than 4 weeks prior to the event (September 8, 2024) – cancellations received after this date are subject to a $499 cancellation fee. Fees will be waived if a suitable replacement from your organization is sent.
  • Less than 1 week prior to the event (September 29, 2024) – cancellations received after this date are subject to a $999 cancellation fee. Fees will be waived if a suitable replacement from your organization is sent.
Can my spouse attend the events?

Your spouse is welcome to come along with you and enjoy the resort while you are at the event. You can register your spouse to attend the Monday night party once our Attendee portal is open. If space allows, we will open up the Sunday networking events to spouses the week prior to the event. Guest fees apply for both.

What is the dress code?
The entire event is casual (no suit or jacket required). We recommend bringing a sweater or light jacket for evening outdoor events and sessions that take place inside air-conditioned ballrooms.