Independent operators are balancing rising costs, evolving guest expectations, staffing challenges, new technology, and the constant pressure to stand out. You don’t need more noise. You need ideas you can actually put to work.

That’s why we’ve streamlined the 2027 conference program around the challenges and opportunities that matter most to independent operators. Learn directly from fellow operators and industry experts through practical, peer-to-peer education designed to spark new ideas and give you takeaways you can bring back to your business.

Explore Workshops & Masterclasses focused on:

Food & Beverage | Technology | Leadership | Finance | Operations | Marketing

More Learning on the Expo Floor

New, Now, Next Stage: Discover what’s new, what’s working now, and what’s next through fast-paced sessions showcasing innovative ideas, products, services, and solutions.

BREx Stage: Hear bite-sized, TED-style talks from operators and industry innovators, plus live interviews, podcasts, awards, and more.