Retail and Restaurant Facilities Summit 2018

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Retail and Restaurant Facilities Summit is an invitation-only, high-level meeting that will gather Senior Executives from the largest retailers and restaurant chains across the nation. B2B leaders and growth hackers will have a chance to delve into discussions cultivating the design, development, construction, facilities and operations field prompting actionable results.

In an ever-changing industry, the Restaurant and Retail Facilities Summit will introduce you to fresh insight on how to tackle some of the most pressing issues in the branding, design, and construction process with fellow executives undergoing similar experiences. Technology has also taken a forefront and will be discussing how technology will be transforming facilities of the future. This program will provide a forum to exchange groundbreaking concepts to take away and apply to future projects.

4:00pm	Summit Registration Opens
6:00pm	Welcome Cocktail Reception
7:00pm	Keynote Interview Tech Rescue: Enhancing the Facility Dining Experience Keynote Speaker Robert Irvine, World-Class Chef, Host of Food Network series Restaurant: Impossible Moderator Glenn Katz, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Enterprise Solutions, Comcast Business
8:00pm	Dinner Reception

7:15am	Registration & Breakfast
8:00am	Opening Keynote CEO Panel Moderator David Stutzman, President, Specifier, Conspectus Inc. Panelist Solomon Choi, CEO, 16 handles Panelist John Haugh, CEO & President, Iconix Brand Group
9:05am	One-on-One Meetings
10:40am	Track A Track B Experience-Driven Retail Michael Koch, Senior Director, Store Development, Samsung A Look at Lettuce Group’s Growth and History: Creating Concepts & Maintaining Reputation John Buchanan, President, Lettuce Consulting Group
11:30am	One-on-One Meetings
1:00pm	Luncheon
2:00pm	Track A Track B Signage Science: Optimizing for Brand Impact Kenneth Gruskin, Owner and Principal at Gruskin Group Value in Open Kitchen Designs Dominic Talavera, Vice President of Development, The Johnny Rockets Group, Inc.
2:55pm	One-on-One Meetings
4:00pm	Track A Track B Service Automation – Saving Millions Kristin Rhodes, Vice President, Strategic Solutions, ServiceChannel Shannon Markwell, National Facilities Manager, Charlotte Russe Managing Change Jennifer Striepling, Vice President Design & Construction, Bloomin’ Brands
4:55pm	One-on-One Meetings & Conference Sessions Conclude
7:00pm	Reception

8:00am	Breakfast
8:30am	Balancing Budgets and Avoiding Delays in Construction Schedule Nicholas Hanson, Global Construction Leader, Whole Foods Market
9:25am	One-on-One Meetings
11:00pm	Main Street Comeback Lauren Chipman, Principal, CEO, Chipman Design Architecture
11:55pm	Closing Luncheon

JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa

221 North Rampart Boulevard, Las Vegas, NV, United States

Elevate your definition of luxury to brand new heights at the JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa with views of the stunning Red Rock Canyon. Nestled on 50 acres of gorgeously maintained garden landscape, away from the Las Vegas Strip and near a variety of renowned destinations, our hotel offers extensively renovated guest rooms and suites, all brimming with sophisticated style and luxury amenities. You’ll be thrilled with our resort’s unparalleled resources, which include 10 extraordinary on-site dining options, a sparkling pool with towering waterfalls and a tranquil signature spa. The luxury experience of a lifetime awaits you at the JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa.

Retail and Restaurant Facilities Summit is an invitation-only, high-level meeting for the Senior Executives responsible for planning, design, and construction of the major retailers and restaurants in the country. Registrations are complimentary for qualified participants and include 2 nights of accommodations, meals, networking functions and access to all conference sessions.

Solution providers are able to attend through sponsorship. Categories are limited to two companies. To learn more about participating, please contact summits@opalgroup.net

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Tech Rescue: Enhancing the Facility Dining Experience

Presented by

Robert Irvine, World-Class Chef, Host of Food Network series Restaurant: Impossible

Retail Topics
A Look at Retail Facilities of the Future
Green is the New Black: Embracing Green Initiatives in Designs
Experience-Driven Retail: Brick-and-Mortar is the Answer
Mastering the Art of Storytelling: Designs that Represent Your Brand
Impact of Urbanization on Retail Facilities
Avoiding Delays in Construction Schedules
Omnichannel Retail: It’s about the Journey Not the Destination
Less is More: Clean and Comfortable Designs
First Impressions Matter: Importance of an Inviting Storefront
Let there be Light: Lighting Designs to Increase Sales
Restaurant Topics
Farm to Table: Constructing Around Local and Regional Food Systems
The Pains of an Ageing Infrastructure and Real Estate: To Close or To Move?
The Six Senses: Designs for Engaging All Senses Including Sound
Know Your Brand: Personality, Promise & Positioning
Tech Rescue: Enhancing the Facility Dining Experience
Balancing Budget and Energy Costs
Smaller is Smarter: Restaurants Shrinking in Size
The Value in Open Kitchen Designs
Extinguishing Fire Hazards and Complying with Safety Codes

Prescheduled One-to-One Meetings:
Each participating solution provider and attendees will have pre-summit access to our matching software that allows you to completely customize your meeting agenda. The password protected website provides the information needed to make your selections on who you want to meet with.
Exceptional Networking Opportunities
We strive to maximize your face-to-face time by providing a multitude of avenues to engage the senior executives in attendance. The agenda incorporates cocktail receptions, networking lunches and a specially selected offsite dinner at a nearby venue. Leverage the meeting’s relaxed atmosphere and after hours networking activities to build strong personal relationships with current and future clients.

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