Amanda Parker
Amanda leads all brand, marketing, and guest engagement strategies for Vicious Biscuit, driving awareness and loyalty for the fast-growing Southern brunch brand. She began her journey with the company as an Area Director in the Charleston market before transitioning to corporate leadership to scale marketing and brand strategy systemwide. Before Vicious Biscuit, Amanda served as […]
Kathryn Murrow
Kathryn Murrow is the Director of Leadership Development and eLearning at Bojangles, where she leads training and leadership development initiatives that support nearly 900 restaurants. With more than a decade of experience in education as a coaching administrator, Kathryn brings deep expertise in instructional design, adult learning, and performance coaching to the fast-paced world of […]
Alicia Mowder
Alicia Mowder is Chief Marketing Officer of Mendocino Farms, where she brings deep experience in strengthening the connection between brand promise and everyday execution, ensuring growth is grounded in guest relevance, team engagement, and long term shareholder value. Alicia is a seasoned restaurant and retail marketing executive who has led brand transformation, menu innovation, and engagement […]
Avery Meetre
Avery Meetre has developed an eclectic career as a communications, digital marketing, and event strategist with a background in food and beverage, consumer lifestyle, and mission-driven hospitality brands. At LRA PR, Avery consistently manages prominent accounts, developing and executing effective public relations and marketing campaigns for clients that have included Hilton Hotels & Resorts throughout […]
Heather McIntyre
Heather McIntyre is a global corporate affairs and communications leader with deep expertise in helping iconic restaurant brands thrive in complex, high-visibility environments. At Panera Bread, she helps lead enterprise-level corporate affairs, including external communications, crisis and reputation management, ESG strategy, philanthropy, and government relations. Over the course of her career, Heather has built and […]
Toni Martinez
Toni Martinez is a growth-focused marketing leader with years of experience in direct mail and data-driven strategy. She is passionate about helping brands grow by connecting with customers in ways that are measurable, human, and built to last. As part of the women-owned leadership team at direct2you, Toni is proud to represent a business built […]
Megan Lynberg
Megan Lynberg is SVP of Client Strategy for Datassential, where she partners with leading food and beverage brands to turn AI-powered global intelligence into actionable strategies that accelerate innovation and revenue growth. A frequent industry speaker and Datassential brand evangelist, Megan translates complex trends into clear, commercially savvy insights for R&D, marketing, and sales teams. […]
Katie Love
Katie Love is the Chief Marketing Officer at Sonny’s BBQ, where she leads brand strategy, guest experience, and marketing innovation for one of the nation’s most beloved BBQ brands. Over more than a decade with Sonny’s, Katie has helped evolve the brand from a regional favorite into a nationally recognized name — balancing tradition with […]
Jericho Lopez
👋 Hi, I’m Jericho! As a natural communicator and problem solver, I’m drawn to stories, people, and bold ideas. With 25+ years of experience in global brand marketing, I bring an authentic, transparent and a hands-on approach to building strategies and campaigns that resonate, engage, and deliver results. I co-founded J&J Marketing Studio, where we […]
Jennifer Loper
Jennifer Loper is the President of C3 Brand Marketing, an industry-leading design and brand marketing agency that creates connections with customers, from families with children to Gen Zers. With over two decades of industry expertise, Jennifer’s leadership is marked by her unwavering commitment to excellence and her ability to foster strong relationships. Starting her journey […]