Toni Calderone

CEO and Founder | Pastanito Fresh Pasta Fast

I’m a 3rd generation, seasoned food entrepreneur and hospitality leader with over a decade of experience owning and operating multiple full-service restaurants, launching innovative food concepts, and scaling consumer-driven brands.

As the founder of Pastanito, Fresh Pasta Fast, I’m leading a bold reimagining of what pasta can be: fresh, vegan-friendly, lightning-fast, and franchise-ready. What began as a restaurant concept is now a vertically integrated brand with in-house manufacturing, national retail distribution, a growing franchise program, and an expanding lineup of fast-casual offerings.

Before Pastanito, I built and ran several full-service restaurants, giving me firsthand insight into the complexities of operations, team development, guest experience, and profitability in both independent and multi-unit settings. That foundation paved the way for a scalable concept like Pastanito — designed to thrive in today’s market through a turnkey franchise model, simplified systems, and a product that genuinely excites customers.

I’m passionate about innovation, building systems that scale, and partnering with people who believe in what we’re creating. Whether it’s a food truck, a drive-thru, or a fresh pasta SKU on retail shelves — we’re creating a brand that delivers flavor and speed without compromise.

📍 Actively growing our national franchise footprint and always open to connecting with brokers, investors, creators, and collaborators who want to build something fresh.

All Sessions by Toni Calderone

February 26, 2026

Own Your Evolution: Rewriting the Career Playbook
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Emerald Salon One
Why Now: Career paths have shifted. Women are blazing new, non-linear trails.
Why It Matters: Personal reinvention stories inspire confidence and create new templates for growth.