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Noon - 5:00 pm
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Chicago Pizza Tour
We're kicking off our event with a tour of some of the best pizza joints in a city famous for some of the best pizza in the world.
Example stops to include: Gino's East, Pizzeria Due, Coalfire Pizza, Bricks Chicago, Lou Malnati's, Piece Pizzeria & Brewery, La Madia, Nella Pizzeria, and Streetza Pizza (mobile concept from Milwaukee). |
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7:00 - 9:00 pm
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Opening Networking Reception
Before we get down to business on Monday, we invite you to join us for a fun evening with great food, drink and entertainment at Sable Bar inside the Hotel Palomar. |
7:00 am
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Registration Opens |
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Continental Breakfast & Coffee
Grab a cup of java, a bagel, and get to know your industry peers that you'll soon be collaborating and innovating with.
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| 8:00 - 9:00 am |
Pre-Conference Concurrent Workshops
#1 Brand Building - Get the inside scoop on how to successfully manage your brand's growth by building a loyal consumer base.
Presenters: Linda Duke, Duke Marketing; Paul Barron, NetWorld Alliance
#2: Equipping Franchisees for Success - In this workshop you'll learn what it takes to build a successful franchise base that carries on the traditions of your brand.
Presenters: Matthew Loney, Stevi B's; Geoff Goodman, CiCi's Pizza; Jennifer Litz, PizzaMarketplace.com; |
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9:30 - 10:30 am
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Q&A Session: Finance & Franchising 2010
Cracking the credit market - Access to credit has been a major complaint in the restaurant industry. In this session, discover creative financial solutions.
Presenters: Jennifer Litz, PizzaMarketplace.com; Mike Mrlik, Gatti's Pizza; Jonathan Fornaci, Straw Hat Pizza
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10:30 - 11:00 am
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Culinary Break
This is your opportunity to network and mingle with your new-found peers while enjoying some snacks, coffee, and your favorite morning beverages. |
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11:00 - 12:00 pm
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Q&A Session: Crafting an army that cares
Happy, responsible employees form relationships with your patrons and keep them coming back. Here's how to assemble that team.
Presenters: Jennifer Litz, PizzaMarketplace.com; Rudy Miick, Miick & Associates; Pam Cowin, Shakey's; |
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12:00 - 1:30 pm
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Keynote Lunch: Leading the restaurant industry through profitability and entrepreneurship
Presenter: Hudson Riehle, SVP Research & Knowledge Group, National Restaurant Association; Paul Barron, NetWorld Alliance
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1:30 - 2:00 pm
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Culinary Break
Another opportunity to meet, network, converse, and collaborate with your fellow peers. |
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2:00 - 3:30 pm
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"Brain Exchange" Collaboration Concurrent Sessions
This is an intimate exchange of ideas with up to 10 of your peers on subject matter that you get to choose. |
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3:30 - 4:00 pm
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Culinary Break
Yet another opportunity to network with your peers. At this point you'll probably continue the robust discussions you've started during the sessions. |
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4:00 - 5:00 pm
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Q&A Session: A holistic approach to healthy menu items
Healthy food is in the eye of the beholder, whether it's low-cal, gluten-free, sustainable or "natural." Learn what works best for you and how to promote your selections.
Presenters: Jeff Leach, Naked Pizza; Jennifer Litz, PizzaMarketplace.com; Peter Reinhart, Author/Chef
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6:30 - 7:30 pm
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VIP Cocktail Party
Pizza off, party on. After a busy day of networking and collaboration, now share your favorite cocktail with your peers. Reserved for registered attendees of the Pizza Executive Summit only. |
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7:30 - 9:00 pm
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VIP Dinner Party
This is the Summit's premier event. You'll enjoy one of Chicago's best culinary experiences at one of the Windy City's most reputable culinary destinations. Reserved for registered attendees of the Pizza Executive Summit only. |
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9:00 - 10:30 am
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Keynote Breakfast: Culture 2.0: Branding your company's way of life
Your corporate culture dictates how your employees treat each other and your customers. Define it better with these recommendations.
Presenters: Nick Sarillo, Nick's Pizza & Pub; Paul Barron, NetWorld Alliance |
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10:30 - 11:00 am
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Culinary Break
Another opportunity to carry the momentum on with your fellow summit peers. |
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11:00 - 12:00 pm
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Q&A Session: Integrated Marketing: Targeting customers with a 360-degree approach
Four walls marketing isn’t dead. In fact, it’s more dependent on quality data than ever. Here’s how to make it work for your company.
Presenters: Marla Topliff, Rosati's Pizza; Susie Pecuch, PaKooch & Company; Mike Wittenstein, Consultant |
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12:00 - 1:30 pm
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Working Lunch Session: Q&A Session: The six key phases of company growth and how to manage them
From starting up to starting to break into the black, each era of your business requires specific, strategic organization. Here's your roadmap.
Presenters: Jim Ferrell, Fat Jimmy's Pizza; Tim McCallum, Vapiano;
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1:30 - 2:00 pm
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Culinary Break
This will be your final opportunity to network with your industry peers before you head into the final session of the summit. |
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2:00- 3:30 pm
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Finding the ROI in social media: Measuring your digital footprint
Don't step blindly into Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. Learn how to maximize your online interactions and monitor your progress here.
Presenters: Paul Barron, NetWorld Alliance; Scott Baitinger, Streetza Pizza
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3:30 pm
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The 2010 Pizza Executive Summit Adjourns
See you at the 2011 Pizza Executive Summit in Chicago.
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Registration Cost: $895.00
FREE FOR
QUALIFIED*
PIZZERIA
EXECUTIVES
Courtesy of our Platinum Sponsor
Coupon Code: NECFREE
*Only executives of companies
that own or operate a multi-unit
pizza/Italian restaurants will qualify
to attend.
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