I AM EXCITED!
The fall trade show season is right upon us, which means more learning, more networking and more food crawls!
I am literally on a plane the night of Labor Day to kick back in.
Which ones are you planning to attend? Which ones will I be at?
First off, why should you go to trade shows?
1. TO LEARN
The shows are often anchored with education sessions, seminars, and panels featuring successful trailblazers and leaders in our business. I personally get the majority of my marketing ideas by attending the shows, listening, and asking questions.
2. NETWORKING
There are a lot of great people in the business and most of them are happy to help and support you. It really is an incredible community. When you attend these trade shows, you can make great connections with vendors, partners, and new friends. Networking is a key advantage to attending shows.
3. REFRESH
Get out from behind the desk or the prep table! You can’t solve the problem with the same energy that created it. We need a fresh perspective. Trader shows well are there for your business. They provide a mental refresher on why we do this: to enjoy and spread great hospitality.
Here are four shows I’ll be attending that you might want to consider if you’re looking to level up your business, including a brand new one that will help you increase your catering business ... and there's even a registration discount!!
QSR EVOLUTION
https://www.qsrevolutionconference.com/
Where: Atlanta, GA
When: September 4-5
Why: The QSR Evolution Conference is the only event that focuses solely on the needs of quick-service restaurant operators. At this unique event, attendees will hear and share perspectives on running the quick-service restaurant of the future. Topics covered during this event include:
- Fast Casual Growth, Startup to sustainability
- Growth and Franchising
- Labor, Leadership, and a Changing Consumer
- Technology, Drive-Thru, and an Omnichannel World
+++Ill be moderating 2 panels! One on social media marketing and the other on best practices for loyalty marketing.
FSTEC
Where: Grapevine, TX
When: September 16-18
Why: If you are looking to up level, improve or advance what you are doing with technology, this is a great show. FSTEC attracts incredible thought leading brands and innovation technology solutions. You can window shop for incredible solutions, network with some of the brightest and learn a lot during the education forums.
... and eat some BBQ!
FAST CASUAL EXECUTIVE SUMMIT
Where: Denver, CO
When: October 13-15
Why: This is a show for proactive brands and proactive thinkers. If you are a fast casual brand work with fast casual brands, this is your show. There's a lot to learn, a lot of great people to meet and they also have a built in dinner and networking event. If you want to make great connections, put it on your agenda.
THE RESTAURANT CATERING WORKSHOP
Where: Denver, CO
When: October 15-16
Why: Catering has become a huge focus for restaurants as its a great way to grow your business in a profitable manner. But how do you improve? Go to this show and learn all the tips, tricks and tactics.
+++Ill be moderating be moderating a round table on how to improve your marketing for catering.
BONUS ==> Use code FRIENDSOFBRANDED for 30% off registration!
Let's go!!! We'll ignite the rest of 2024 and prep 2025 to be incredible
Which trade shows do you like to attend? Will I see you in any of these?
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If you have any questions, or need help, reply to this email!!
- Rev Ciancio
WHAT DOES REV DO?
*I help restaurants to build guest marketing programs.
*I help hospitality tech companies with lead generation and content marketing.