September 29 – October 2, 2024
Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress
Orlando, Florida

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Agenda

Saturday, September 28

11:00am – 4:00pm

Arrival Ground Transportation (MCO – Orlando International Airport)

4:00pm – 6:00pm

Chain Executive and Supplier Badge and Event Material Pick-Up

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Atlas

Sunday, September 29

6:00am – 2:00pm

Golf Tournament: Evermore Golf Club Links Course
Celebrating the legacy of Grand Cypress golf, The Links Course adds another dimension of play to the Orlando golf course scene with steeper and more challenging bunkers and slopes. Set amid an open meadow, the Links Course is Jack Nicklaus’ tribute and homage to the famed Old Course at St. Andrews, Scotland. Check in and coffee at the hotel at 6:00am with the bus leaving at 6:45am. Continental breakfast and practice at the course will begin at 7:00am, with tee off promptly at 8:00am. Lunch and Awards following play. Pre-Registration is required.

7:30am – 2:30pm

Optional Activity: Universal Orlando Scavenger Hunt
Around every corner awaits another once-in-a-lifetime thrill. Go behind the scenes, beyond the screen, and jump right into the action of your favorite movies at Universal Studios®, as you solve clues and pool your collective group talents to address a common task. Check in and breakfast 7:30am at the hotel and the bus leaves at 8:30am. Winners announced at conclusion; then enjoy 2 hours in the park on your own for lunch and exploring before returning to the hotel. Pre-registration required.

11:00am – 5:00pm

Arrival Ground Transportation (MCO – Orlando International Airport)

3:00pm – 7:00pm

Chain Executive and Supplier Badge and Event Material Pick-Up

badges
Atlas
4:30pm – 5:00pm

New Chain Executive Orientation
Meet with New Chain Executives and learn to navigate our on-site technology.

5:00pm – 5:45pm

Supplier Reception and Orientation
Hear from a Chain Executive about their experience at RestaurantPoint East. Meet with other Suppliers and learn to navigate our on-site technology.

5:00pm – 5:45pm

Chain Executive Introduction/Reception
Join your peers, meet your boardroom peer group and discuss what’s top of mind!

6:00pm – 7:00pm

Kickoff Session
boris-cherniakBoris Cherniak, The Incredible Comedy Hypnotist where ‘Anything is Possible’!

Boris gets people to tap into their creativity to positively impact lives and achieve goals. He has appeared on Maury, The Robert Irvine Show, The Howie Mandel Show, The Vegas Show, Comics, The Casino and at Just for Laughs Festival and Boston Comedy Festival. Boris has entertained troops in Afghanistan and inspired attendees at Women Global Leaders Conference in Dubai.

7:00pm – 9:00pm

Welcome Dinner
Enjoy an evening outdoors connecting with fellow attendees and soaking in the smooth sounds of guitarist BC Dueitt, known as the “Golden Jukebox” because of his ability to play a variety of songs. As one of the top guitarists in the south, he has played with members of the Coral Reefer Band and performs regularly with bands and as a background musician. His music includes classic rock, Americana, country … the list is endless.

Monday, September 30

7:00am – 7:45am

​Group Breakfast
Suppliers are welcome to stay until 9:00am

8:00am – 8:10am

​Chain Executive Group Meeting

8:15am – 12:30pm

Boardroom Presentations

coffee breaks sponsored by
12:30pm – 1:30pm

Group Lunch

1:30pm – 2:30pm

Break

2:30pm – 5:05pm

Private One-on-One Appointments

co-sponsor
Stanley Access Technologies
5:05pm – 6:30pm

Break

6:30pm – 9:30pm

Dinner – Pirates in Paradise
X marks the spot to wear yar favorite Jimmy Buffett or pirate garb for a jolly roger of a night with good food and great music!

Live music by:
Lloyd “Hurrican​e​” Munn and the Forecasters band are known for playing a “Ton of Buffett”. They have strong ties to many of the Coral Reefers and have the honor of sharing the stage with many of them both past and present. Their Buffet & Blues show features Jimmy Buffett’s greatest hits, along with the Blues which shaped Jimmy’s music from childhood.

margarita’s sponsored by
Barranco

Tuesday, October 1

7:00am – 7:45am

Group Breakfast

Suppliers are welcome to stay until 9:00 a.m.

8:00am – 8:10am

Chain Executive Group Meeting

8:15am – 12:15pm

Boardroom Presentations

coffee breaks sponsored by
Trinity Surfaces
12:15pm – 1:15pm

Group Lunch

1:15pm – 2:00pm

Break

2:00pm – 2:45pm

Content Session: AI in the Restaurant Industry GENE MARKS
Gene Marks is a best-selling author, business keynote speaker and columnist.

As an author, business owner, business keynote speaker and columnist for The Hill, The Guardian, Forbes, Entrepreneur, The Philadelphia Inquirer, The Chicago Daily Herald, Gene has spent two decades both running a successful business and interacting with influential leaders across industries.

3:00pm – 5:35pm

Private One-on-One Appointments

co-sponsor
Stanley Access Technologies
5:35pm – 6:30pm

Break

6:30pm – 7:00pm

Closing Cocktail Reception

7:00pm – 9:30pm

Closing Dinner Celebration Casino Party
Celebrate a successful week by trying your luck at blackjack, craps, roulette and poker. Redeem your winnings in our drawing for a chance at some real plastic cash! Must be present to win.

Wednesday, October 2

4:00am – 10:00am

Airport Departure Shuttle (MCO – Orlando International Airport) and Grab & Go Breakfast
Complimentary transportation will depart every 1/2 hour.

Preliminary Schedule. Subject to Change.