Goodwill prevails in trying times!

Jason Herron, avid restaurant goer and tipper extraordinaire talks about how a simple wish to give away 2 gift cards to out of work or struggling hospitality workers over Facebook snowballed into a movement of thousands dealing out over $20,000 in giveaways to struggling restaurant and bar employees in the Buckeye State through #StillTipping! Herron […]

How can a family-oriented franchise manage a national presence as well as benefitting the local communities?

Joe Aurelio of Aurelio’s Pizza talks about gaining your customers trust, launching “The Act of Kindness” and “Food for Friends” programs to help the community pay it forward to help the first responders and essential workers. Joe will speak about how to manage a larger franchise and implementation of beneficial programs across all locations simultaneously.

Tough decisions for operators in hot spots

Food Network personality, Galbani Professionale US Ambassador and owner of Prova Pizzabar, Donatella Arpaia, speak about running an expanding restaurant empire during a global pandemic. Having two locations in the epicenter of America presents challenges and ultimately opportunity upon reopening.

Ghost Kitchens! Not as Scary as You Thought!

USPT Member and Chef Gene McWilliams talks about opening up a multi concept establishment. McWilliams will also talk about how to create, manage, and promote a “Ghost Kitchen” in these uncertain times. He might also mention what his favorite concept is?!?!?! But only if we ask nicely.

Trained in the Culinary Arts, Gavin Loyer talks about how to sell a good Long Island Pizza in the south, also the culinary difference between “book” and “street” learning

With over 40 years experience, Gavin Loyer of Jaboni’s Pizzeria will talk about bringing Long Island pizza to Tennessee and what the reception was. He will also discuss the difference between learning under a Long Island pizza family vs. a restaurant school, and the benefits of both! Loyer will also give us ideas about how […]