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Monday, October 28
 

3:30pm MDT

Bar Manager Masterclass: Becoming the Successful Master of your Bar Domain
Monday October 28, 2024 3:30pm - 5:00pm MDT
In this workshop, participants will delve into crucial techniques, discover strategies, engage in practical hands-on activities, and access valuable tools and resources to pave their path to successful bar management.
Attendees will: 
• Learn essential leadership skills to effectively manage a bar and inspire your team.
• Understand how to design a well-balanced and sustainable beverage menu that appeals to your clientele.
• Gain insights into accurately costing your beverage program to ensure profitability and sustainability.
• Participate in hands-on activities that reinforce key concepts and practical skills.
• Access helpful tools and resources to support your journey towards becoming a successful bar manager.
Speakers
avatar for Kyla Hein

Kyla Hein

Operating Owner, TWP Hospitality
Same
Monday October 28, 2024 3:30pm - 5:00pm MDT
221D
  Masterclass

3:30pm MDT

GM Masterclass: Building Culture- Unveiling the Key Ingredient to Success in the Hospitality Industry.
Monday October 28, 2024 3:30pm - 5:00pm MDT
In this professional development masterclass, attendees will delve into the pivotal role of company culture in shaping daily operations, learning to identify their current cultural landscape and acquiring the tools to define and implement their desired culture.
Participants will:
• Understand how culture goes beyond mere mission or vision statements, influencing daily operations.
• Identify the current culture of your company.
• Gain Tools to define what you want your company culture to be and implement it
• Establish a template for how to create & maintain true standards in your company.
Speakers
avatar for Dave Sincebaugh

Dave Sincebaugh

Chief Operating Officer, Kinkaid Hospitality
Dave Sincebaugh is a seasoned restaurant executive with over 35 years of experience. From his first job as a busboy to his ten-year tenure at Darden Restaurants, where he was part of the explosive growth of the Olive Garden concept from less than 100 units to over 400, he has experienced... Read More →
Monday October 28, 2024 3:30pm - 5:00pm MDT
221C
  Masterclass

3:30pm MDT

Owner Masterclass: A Three-Part Guide to Running a Profitable Bar or Restaurant
Monday October 28, 2024 3:30pm - 5:00pm MDT
In this professional development masterclass, bar & restaurant owners and aspiring business owners will gain expertise in proper pricing and menu placement to boost revenue, acquire strategies for sales growth, and ensure profit through effective P&L management.
Participants will:
• Understand how to execute the proper pricing of food and beverage items, along with menu placement, to drive revenue.
• Learn how to optimize cost structures without compromising on quality.
• Gain incremental sales strategies, adding extra dollars to the bottom line without significant operational changes.
• Master the key percentages for major P&L items such as labor, rent, and others, ensuring a strategic approach that all but guarantees profitability.


Speakers
avatar for Kenneth Kneif

Kenneth Kneif

Managing Director, Hospitality Resource Group
Kenneth has accumulated more than 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry, stemming from his passion for cooking as a child. He has operated a successful hospitality and management consulting company, Hospitality Resource Group, for the past 15 years. Kenneth's expertise... Read More →
Monday October 28, 2024 3:30pm - 5:00pm MDT
221A/B
  Masterclass
 
Tuesday, October 29
 

1:00pm MDT

Start Up Essentials: Bar & Restaurant Bootcamp Part 1
Tuesday October 29, 2024 1:00pm - 3:45pm MDT
Bar & Restaurant expo proudly presents “If you build it , they will come” The Bootcamp series workshop. Powered by: Maverick Theory
A hands-on real deal, bring your best ideas and hammer out the details kind of workshop that will drive real progress. When you complete this workshop you will have a different perspective and approach to your venture. We will help you build your dream. We all dream of opening a venue of our own someday. For many, the time is now. If you want to build a Bar or Restaurant, this workshop is the key. Maverick Theory’s team will give you clear paths and strategies to make your vision a reality and workshop your business plan, concept, or operational plan in real-time.
This includes Location selection, concepts, design, construction, menu development, training, opening, and the first year of operations.
The Maverick Theory team will bring in decorated professionals as your workshop instructors. This one-of-a-kind workshop will give you a strategic advantage on your new or existing journey to create a venue profitable and unique.
  • Learn the essential steps to prepare your bar or restaurant for a successful launch, including regulatory compliance, supplier selection, and initial marketing strategies.
  • Discover how to create a unique and compelling concept that stands out in the competitive food and beverage industry, from branding to menu design.
  • Gain insights into securing the necessary capital for your venture, exploring traditional and innovative funding options, and managing your financial plan.
  • Master the art of recruiting, hiring, and retaining top talent to deliver exceptional service and maintain a positive work environment.
  • Understand the intricacies of selecting the perfect location, negotiating lease terms, and building a solid relationship with your landlord to ensure long-term success.
  • Benefit from the decades of experience of industry leaders who will share their proven strategies, tools, and resources to guide your new business towards profitability and sustainability.

Speakers
avatar for Gary Hamilton

Gary Hamilton

President / CEO, TRIAD Building Solutions
"For anyone who has been involved in a construction project, you know that General Contractors are like heart surgeons for your venue. You better hope they are skilled, understand their job, and understand timelines. Gary Hamilton is the very definition of an honorable professional... Read More →
avatar for Danny Breaux

Danny Breaux

Partner, CPA, Barmetrix
Danny is an entrepreneur, consultant, fractional CFO, and CPA dedicated to changing the hospitality industry for the better. At 20 years old, Danny started his entrepreneurial journey in hospitality by launching an event promotions company supporting bars, restaurants and nightclubs... Read More →
avatar for Damian Franqui

Damian Franqui

Chef, Maverick Theory
Chef Damian Franqui is a native New Yorker who has worked in the hospitality industry for over 15 years. Classically trained, Franqui began his career working with Jean-Georges at V Steakhouse, Vong, and Spice Market, where his culinary precision and leadership skills accelerated... Read More →
avatar for Brian Duffy

Brian Duffy

Owner, Duffified Experience Group
Chef Brian Duffy is one of the most passionate human beings in the hospitality world. His attention to details mixed with a deep love and passion for people drives him. He is the “real deal”. He makes an enormous impact on his clients and the staff he trains. When he speaks... Read More →
avatar for Randy Eachus

Randy Eachus

Owner / Founder, Digital Planet
Randy Eachus is a seasoned entrepreneur and business owner with over 20 years of experience, having founded and managed over half a dozen companies. His extensive expertise is rooted in the fields of marketing and business consulting. Randy founded Digital Planet, a marketing agency... Read More →
avatar for David Foss

David Foss

Co-Founder, Maverick Theory & LaLou
Dave Foss has worked in hospitality for over 30 years in virtually every facet of the food and beverage industry and is currently a partner at Maverick Theory a food and beverage consulting firm that works with hotels and restaurants across the United States as well as an Operating... Read More →
avatar for Arno Stemmer

Arno Stemmer

COO, Co-Founder, Maverick Theory
Arno's passion for business, coupled with his love for numbers and operations, found its perfect match in the hospitality industry. Over the years, he honed his expertise, earning certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) and dedicating himself to empowering operators... Read More →
avatar for Michael Tipps

Michael Tipps

Founder, Maverick Theory
Michael Tipps has over 30 years of experience working, managing, and consulting in all facets of the hospitality world (throughout all positions, and most venue types including hotels, restaurants, bars, nightclubs, and fast service). Michael Tipps’s Career started in Hospitality... Read More →
Tuesday October 29, 2024 1:00pm - 3:45pm MDT
221D
 
Wednesday, October 30
 

9:00am MDT

Startup Essentials Bar & Restaurant Bootcamp Part 2
Wednesday October 30, 2024 9:00am - 12:00pm MDT
Bar & Restaurant expo proudly presents “If you build it , they will come” The Bootcamp series workshop. Powered by: Maverick Theory
A hands-on real deal, bring your best ideas and hammer out the details kind of workshop that will drive real progress. When you complete this workshop you will have a different perspective and approach to your venture. We will help you build your dream. We all dream of opening a venue of our own someday. For many, the time is now. If you want to build a Bar or Restaurant, this workshop is the key. Maverick Theory’s team will give you clear paths and strategies to make your vision a reality and workshop your business plan, concept, or operational plan in real-time.
This includes Location selection, concepts, design, construction, menu development, training, opening, and the first year of operations.
The Maverick Theory team will bring in decorated professionals as your workshop instructors. This one-of-a-kind workshop will give you a strategic advantage on your new or existing journey to create a venue profitable and unique.
  • Learn the essential steps to prepare your bar or restaurant for a successful launch, including regulatory compliance, supplier selection, and initial marketing strategies.
  • Discover how to create a unique and compelling concept that stands out in the competitive food and beverage industry, from branding to menu design.
  • Gain insights into securing the necessary capital for your venture, exploring traditional and innovative funding options, and managing your financial plan.
  • Master the art of recruiting, hiring, and retaining top talent to deliver exceptional service and maintain a positive work environment.
  • Understand the intricacies of selecting the perfect location, negotiating lease terms, and building a solid relationship with your landlord to ensure long-term success.
  • Benefit from the decades of experience of industry leaders who will share their proven strategies, tools, and resources to guide your new business towards profitability and sustainability.
Speakers
avatar for Arno Stemmer

Arno Stemmer

COO, Co-Founder, Maverick Theory
Arno's passion for business, coupled with his love for numbers and operations, found its perfect match in the hospitality industry. Over the years, he honed his expertise, earning certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) and dedicating himself to empowering operators... Read More →
avatar for Brian Duffy

Brian Duffy

Owner, Duffified Experience Group
Chef Brian Duffy is one of the most passionate human beings in the hospitality world. His attention to details mixed with a deep love and passion for people drives him. He is the “real deal”. He makes an enormous impact on his clients and the staff he trains. When he speaks... Read More →
avatar for Michael Tipps

Michael Tipps

Founder, Maverick Theory
Michael Tipps has over 30 years of experience working, managing, and consulting in all facets of the hospitality world (throughout all positions, and most venue types including hotels, restaurants, bars, nightclubs, and fast service). Michael Tipps’s Career started in Hospitality... Read More →
avatar for Randy Eachus

Randy Eachus

Owner / Founder, Digital Planet
Randy Eachus is a seasoned entrepreneur and business owner with over 20 years of experience, having founded and managed over half a dozen companies. His extensive expertise is rooted in the fields of marketing and business consulting. Randy founded Digital Planet, a marketing agency... Read More →
avatar for David Foss

David Foss

Co-Founder, Maverick Theory & LaLou
Dave Foss has worked in hospitality for over 30 years in virtually every facet of the food and beverage industry and is currently a partner at Maverick Theory a food and beverage consulting firm that works with hotels and restaurants across the United States as well as an Operating... Read More →
avatar for Gary Hamilton

Gary Hamilton

President / CEO, TRIAD Building Solutions
"For anyone who has been involved in a construction project, you know that General Contractors are like heart surgeons for your venue. You better hope they are skilled, understand their job, and understand timelines. Gary Hamilton is the very definition of an honorable professional... Read More →
avatar for Danny Breaux

Danny Breaux

Partner, CPA, Barmetrix
Danny is an entrepreneur, consultant, fractional CFO, and CPA dedicated to changing the hospitality industry for the better. At 20 years old, Danny started his entrepreneurial journey in hospitality by launching an event promotions company supporting bars, restaurants and nightclubs... Read More →
avatar for Damian Franqui

Damian Franqui

Chef, Maverick Theory
Chef Damian Franqui is a native New Yorker who has worked in the hospitality industry for over 15 years. Classically trained, Franqui began his career working with Jean-Georges at V Steakhouse, Vong, and Spice Market, where his culinary precision and leadership skills accelerated... Read More →
Wednesday October 30, 2024 9:00am - 12:00pm MDT
221D
 
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