Discover unparalleled access to the full spectrum of hospitality-focused education designed for today’s restaurant and foodservice professionals.

As the industry continues to evolve—with new regulations, emerging technologies, shifting consumer expectations, and constant pressure to innovate—your need for timely, practical education has never been greater. At the New York Restaurant Show, owners/operators, chefs, managers, foodservice leaders, and retail professionals will find the insights they need to sharpen their skills and strengthen their businesses.

Our 2026 Education Agenda will be released in early 2026, but attendees can expect sessions covering essential topics such as:

  • Menu Innovation & Development

  • Marketing & Social Media Strategy

  • Staffing, Training & Workforce Culture

  • Restaurant Management & an Operators Panels

  • Bar & Beverage Management

  • Industry Trends & Hot Topics

  • Technology & Automation

  • Catering & Foodservice Trends

  • Operational Excellence & Efficiency

  • Finance, Leasing & Growth

  • …and much more!

Stay tuned—our full lineup of speakers and sessions will be announced soon.

MIX AND MATCH ACROSS ALL OF THE CURATED CONTENT -
ALL SESSIONS ARE INCLUDED WITH YOUR SHOW REGISTRATION

New York State Restaurant Association's Hospitality HQ: Learn, Grow, Lead Program 

New York State Restaurant Association

The NYSRA program will feature eight sessions delivering solutions to operators' most pressing issues.  The sessions will focus on Navigating Insurance Challenges, Boosting Hospitality Employee Retention, Innovative Non-Alcoholic Beverage Options, Best Practices for Outdoor Dining, How to Embrace the Cannabis Culture, Having Critical Conversations, Elevating Menal Health Awareness and Keeping Up with Compliance.  

New York Restaurant Show Full Education Program 

New York Restaurant Show

The full education program offers sessions lead by industry leaders, focusing on effective business strategies, current market trends, and best practices.  Topics include menu development, marketing and social media, employee management, technological advancements, operational efficiency, and financial planning.  Speakers will focus on sharing tangible advice on Leading with the Right Mindset, 10 Steps to Great Service, How to Talk About Wine, Success Through Strategic Partnerships, Developing Teams that Drive Results and much more.  

New York City Hospitality Alliance State of the Industry Conference 

NYC HOspitality Alliance

 

The New York City Hospitality Alliance program will feature nine sessions over the three show days.  On Sunday the State of the Industry will focus on Full-Service Restaurants and on Monday Fast/Limited-Service Casual.  Other sessions will include How Influencers Influence, Elevating the Dining Experience, Strategies for HR and Workforce Development, The Future of Bars in 2025, NYC Government Services, and a screening of Why These Workers Want a Lower Minimum Wage.  

Education Program

The Education Program provides the gold standard in industry-leading educational content that is practical and relevant for today's foodservice professionals. Industry leaders provide effective business lessons, the latest information on trends, best practices in the current market, and their own perspective of what manifests success within this three-day seminar.

 

Advisory Board

Meet Our 2026 Conference Advisory Board!

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INTERESTED IN SPEAKING IN MARCH 2026?

We are seeking talented speakers who are objective, dynamic and have boundless enthusiasm for sharing their expertise and knowledge. Please submit your proposal to take part in our 2026 events. For more information please contact, Amy Riemer at amy@riemercommunications.com.

 

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