Ronayne joined Perkins American Food Co. in 2024 as the Brand President and led Perkins through a brand transformation from Perkins Restaurant & Bakery to Perkins American Food Co., which included a new brand message, new restaurant prototypes, and a […]
Olivia Ross is an accomplished marketing professional who’s led profitable growth for billon dollar QSR brands through marketing innovation, digital transformation, integrated strategy, and brand positioning. Olivia’s work has led her to be recognized by QSR Magazine’s Digital Disruptors, QSR […]
Daniella serves as the Head of Enterprise at SoundHound AI, where she focuses on empowering enterprise brands in the restaurant industry to explore partnership opportunities that address critical brand challenges. With a steadfast belief that successful collaborations should deliver mutual […]
Jennifer Ruppert is a dynamic marketing and communications professional with over a decade of experience in diverse industries. Based in Colorado, Jennifer’s background includes serving as Marketing Director at Lotus Concepts Management and SPB Hospitality, revitalizing restaurant brands and leading […]
Jennifer Schuler is the Chief Executive Officer of Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream, a leading franchise serving premium, handcrafted ice cream since 1945. Handel’s offers freshly made frozen treats and has quickly grown with nearly 130 units and over 65 franchisees […]
Liz Seelye is a go-for-broke globetrotter and brand wayfinder who creates and activates brands big (Stanley 1913, Starbucks, Cinnabon, Chick-fil-A) and small (The Post, Pancho & Lefty’s, Legacy Pie Co., Bonfire Burrito), including a few of her own (StarryEyed Strategy, […]
Lauren Selman is the Vice President of Operations at the International Food and Beverage Technology Association (IFBTA), a nonprofit trade association focused on networking and education of the global food and beverage industry. With over a decade of experience in […]
Great food and great people have been the hallmark of Caroline Skinner’s career. A passionate champion of high-growth, employee-centric workplaces, Caroline serves as Chief Operating Officer of Tupelo Honey Hospitality Corporation. She joined the company as part of the initial […]
A dynamic culinary/marketing professional, Marita Swift serves as the vice president of brand strategy for The Big Biscuit. From culinary to content, she has been developing strategies for culinary-driven businesses since 2007, emphasizing a holistic approach, including sustainable growth, healthy […]
Myisha’s experience spans over 25 years in the dynamic landscape of the restaurant industry, I am proud to serve as the Corporate Director of Training at Pacifica Hotels for the past two years. Throughout her career, she has cultivated a […]
