It’s no secret that restaurant owners are increasingly looking beyond their walls for ways to grow revenue. Whether you’re just getting started with off-premises dining or have a long-standing catering program, the question is the same: Now what?
That’s where ezChats comes in.
What is ezChats? A panel discussion featuring local restaurant leaders with proven success in building off-premises operations.
Who is ezChats for? Restaurateurs who want to make their off-premises strategy a success.
Our first ezChats was this past November in Chicago, and it was a huge hit! So we’re pulling out all the stops with a coast-to-coast series.
In each city, local restaurant execs will share insights, strategies, and stories. They’ll also answer questions from attending restaurant owners to help them grow their business.
Where is ezChats headed next? We’re kicking things off right here in our hometown of Boston.
ezChats 2018 Tour
We’ll update this as we finalize details.
Boston, MA — February 1 @ Convene, One Boston Place
Featuring Jim Rand (P.F. Chang’s), Erin Childs (Boloco), Ky Nguyen (SA PA), and Haido Bennett (Andre’s Cafe).
If you missed out on ezChats Boston, you can read this post and watch the ezChats video.
Dallas, TX – February 22 @ DEC on Dragon
Featuring Michelle Matthews (Dickey’s Barbecue Pit), Jennifer Parker (Jamba Juice), Maegan Ward (Greenz), Rick and Beau (Cafe Izmir)
If you missed out on ezChats Dallas, you can read this post and watch the ezChats video.
Orlando, FL – March 1 @ East End Market
Featuring Bobbie Brinkerhoff (Tijuana Flats), Aaron Butler (Creations Catering), Jim Rand (ezCater), Jeff Rosenthal (California Pizza Kitchen)
If you missed out on ezChats Orlando, you can read this post and watch the ezChats video.
San Francisco, CA – March 21 @ Bently Reserve
Featuring Jerome Dees (Le Boulanger), Khaled Ramadan (Sunrise Deli), Jim Rand (ezCater), Gus Shamieh (C.R.E.A.M. — Cookies Rule Everything Around Me)
If you missed out on ezChats San Francisco, you can read this post and watch the ezChats video.
San Jose, CA – March 22 @ Forager Tasting Room & Eatery
Featuring Jerome Dees (Le Boulanger), Rich Garcia (SliderBar), John Pol (Mikayla’s Cafe, House of Eggroll), Jim Rand (ezCater)
If you missed out on ezChats San Jose, you can read this post and watch the ezChats video.
New York, NY – April 4 @ WeWork Bryant Park
Featuring Kyle Feggins (Just Salad), Karin Muscarella (Le Pain Quotidien), Manuel Perez (Pita Grill), Jim Rand (ezCater)
Seattle, WA – June 7 @ Block 41
Featuring Scott Alderson (Verve Bowls), Steven W. Hooper Jr. (Kigo Kitchen), Scott Sera (Pokéworks), Jim Rand (ezCater)
If you missed out on ezChats Seattle, you can read this post and watch the ezChats video.
Atlanta, GA – August 16 @ Terminus 330
Featuring Brandy Blackwell (McAlister’s Deli), Tanya Bristol (DBA Barbecue), Harry Jones (Katie’s Catering), Jim Rand (ezCater)
If you missed out on ezChats Atlanta, you can read this post and watch the ezChats video.
Philadelphia – September 25 @ Philadelphia Distilling
Featuring Danika Brown (Auntie Anne’s), Rocco Fiorentino (PrimoHoagies Franchising), Chad Miller (Lehigh Valley Restaurant Group), Chase Thomas (Manny’s Restaurant and Delicatessen), and Jim Rand (ezCater).
D.C. – October 25 @ Philadelphia Distilling
Featuring Carlos Cesario (Q Caterers), Sandy McElfresh (P.F. Chang’s), Marlon McKnight (Chef Marlonz Catering), and Jim Rand (ezCater).
If you missed out on ezChats D.C., you can read this post and watch the ezChats video.
And more to come…
Stay tuned for more details about all our upcoming ezChats. We hope to see you on the road!
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