IDEATE: Reinventing the Restaurant

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Date:

April 14, 2016
10:00am to 5:00pm

Location:

Community Work Services - Boston, MA

Branchfood is hosting IDEATE, a day-long event showcasing restauranteurs and entrepreneurs reinventing the industry. From new POS systems, to unique compensation models, restaurants are transforming in every way. This event serves as a platform for discussion related to the state of Boston restaurant industry, opportunities for innovation, new technology, and why this sector is so important in Boston and beyond. Participants include restaurant professionals, suppliers, purveyors, farmers, investors, start-ups, community-builders, and media. The day will include an entrepreneur pitch showcase, lunch, and after party. 

Topics of discussion will include: 

• Challenges and opportunities of restaurant innovation 
• Rethinking operations and hospitality
• Hiring and retaining talent
• Compensation and quality of life
• East coast revival cuisine and sustainable sourcing 
• Growing your brand
• Industry impact on economic development
• Why Boston is America’s next great food town
 

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