Program
Just as the industry remains dynamic, so will the Hospitality Leaders Summit 2022 program! Expect a stellar line-up of speakers – industry-leading restaurant owners, chefs, consultants and suppliers – sharing their expertise on how you can improve the profitability of your venues and further your careers.
View below the program of our upcoming 2022 edition.
| 8:30am – 9:30am | Registrations open |
| 9:30am – 9:35am | Welcome and Opening Tawnya Bahr, Straight to the Source and Anna Pavoni, Ormeggio |
| 9:35am – 10:35am |
Keynote Presentation: See (Y)our World Differently. In our constantly evolving world, what can we do to keep afloat and find smooth sailing? Dianne will share inspiring, positive and practical steps to help you and your business become more sustainable. Dianne McGrath |
| 10:35am – 10:45am |
Eating for a more sustainable future: The benefits of plant-based, and why we should do our part for future generations. Lisa Asher, General Manager – Future Farm |
| 10:45am – 11:10am | Survive and Thrive: How to appeal to multiple markets Illa Kim, Soul Dining & Soul Deli; Justin Newton, House Made Hospitality; Joanne Sproule, Public Hospitality; Matt Swieboda, Love Tilly Group |
| 11:10am – 11:15am | Partner presentation: Stoddart Australia presents the latest in foodservice equipment |
| 11:15am – 11:45am | Morning Tea |
| 11:45am – 12:00pm | Tackling the Talent Shortage: Solutions to attract and retain staff Luke Butler, Hastings People |
| 12:00pm – 12:15pm | The 24-Hour Economy: How Sydney is bring brought back to life Michael Rodrigues, 24 Hour Economy Commissioner and Elliot Solomon, Solotel |
| 12:15pm – 12:45pm | Tech, Please! Make ordering, delivery and booking platforms work for your business James Walmsley, TheFork; Julian Cincotta, Butter; Duncan Petit, Uber Eats; Clive Thorpe, Order Up! |
| 12:45pm – 1:05pm | Capitalising on Domestic Tourism Susannah George, The Urban List |
| 1:05pm – 1:15pm | Partner Presentation: DAY SEVEN will showcase the latest in hospo uniforms |
| 1:15pm – 2:15pm | Lunch |
| 2:15pm – 2:35pm | Wellness at Work: A mental health toolkit for the industry Scott Bidmead, Euda |
| 2:35pm – 3:05pm | Branding, Social Media and Photography 101: A masterclass with four professionals Tom ‘Tj’ Edwards, 1oh1 Media; Naomi Ross, Distil Agency; Grace Garrick, MVMNT Agency; Jiwon Kim, Photographer |
| 3:05pm – 3:15pm | Partner presentation: The future of hospitality payments is changing. Discover what’s ahead for your business. Taf Chiwanza, CEO and Co-Founder of Payo |
| 3:15pm – 3:45pm | 2022 Trends: The latest on sustainability, beverage trends, staffing and expansion Nathan Dalah, The Fishbowl Group; Rachel Checinski, Australian Venue Co.; Martin Hudak, Maybe Sammy; Gary Smith, BioPak |
| 3:45pm – 3:55pm | Partner presentation: Lyres presents the rise in non-alcoholic beverages in the market |
| 3:55pm – 4:00pm | Closing remarks: Tawnya Bahr and Anna Pavoni |
| 4:00pm – 5:30pm | Networking drinks |
*Subject to change