2nd Annual
Ghost Kitchen
& Virtual Restaurant Conference
June 9&10, 2022 • Dallas, TX
The emergence of virtual kitchens as a vital part of the restaurant industry has brought rapid change, new challenges, and great opportunities to an industry looking for solutions as we emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Building on the enormous success of the inaugural event in 2021, this event brought together leaders from national restaurant chains, ghost kitchen concepts, virtual restaurant concepts, third-party delivery providers, technology solutions, host kitchens, private equity, equipment providers, marketing and branding experts, and industry analysts to share insights, form new partnerships, and network with industry leaders.
Food ordering can be done online, not conferences.
$895
registration fee
- Access to presentations and exhibits
- The attendee list after the event
- Access to presentation slides following the Event*
- Coffee and beverages throughout the day
- Morning & afternoon refreshment breaks
- A plated lunch
- Networking reception with food & open bar
- Opportunity to network with industry leaders
OnTrend Concepts guarantees that if we cancel, postpone, or take this conference to online-only, you will have the option to receive a full refund of your conference registration. There is a lot of uncertainty related to COVID, so we want you to know that you can register for the conference with confidence.
Platinum Sponsors
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Bronze Sponsors
Supporting Organizations & Media Partners
Conference Speakers
Wade Allen
Senior Vice President of Innovation
Brinker International, Inc.
Gage Anderle
EVP, Boost Virtual Concepts
and Director of Virtual Brands, Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants
Chris Baggott
Co-Founder & CEO
ClusterTruck
Marc Choy
CEO
Ghost Kitchen Brands
Pete Cook
President & Publisher
OnTrend Concepts
Katie Cox
VP Business Development
The Middleby Corporation
Peter Cryan
VP Equipment Innovation & Automation
Inspire Brands
Andrew Custage
Head of Analytics
Sense360 by Medallia
Chef Tommy D’Ambrosio
Co-Founder
Aioli Gourmet Burgers and BLT Kitchens
Vinny DyReyes
VP New Ventures
Nextbite
Dre Ealy
Founder & CEO
Catino
Robert Earl
Founder / Chairman
Planet Hollywood International, and Earl Enterprises
Jay Fiske
President
Powerhouse Dynamics
Brian Furano
Vice President of Brand Licensing
Nextbite
Chef Eric Greenspan
Executive Culinary Director
Virtual Dining Concepts
Kelly Grogan
VP of Sales
Virtual Dining Concepts
Dana Hathaitham
Director of Business Development
Ghost Kitchen Brands
Kristen Hawley
Founder
Expedite
Scott Heim
President
Middleby Ventless Cooking Solutions
Aaron Hoffman
Co-Founder & Head of Strategy
DeliverThat
Aron Hollander
Senior Manager, Dark Kitchens
Uber Eats
Chad Horn
Co-founder & COO
Devour
Jessica Jackson
Director of Strategy and Innovation
Dine Brands Global
Viggnesh Kandasamy
Co-Founder & CTO
One Stop Kitchen & MayaEats
Olga Lopategui
Founder
OLLO
Nancy Luna
Restaurants Correspondent
Insider
Joe Monastero
Chief Operating Officer
Texas Restaurant Association
Massimo Noja De Marco
Founder
Soigne’
Aaron Noveshen
Founder & Chairman
The Culinary Edge
Zack Oates
Founder & CEO
Ovation
Bob Pascal
Chief Revenue Officer
Franklin Junction
Wes Patrick
Director of Global Off-Premise Business
TGI Fridays
Mohammad Qasim
Co-Founder & Principal
Madewell Companies
Kenneth Rourke
President
REEF
Bryan Rutcofsky
Co-Founder & CRO
Marqii
Michael Schaefer
Global Lead - Food and Beverage
Euromonitor International
Stephanie Sollers
CEO
Virtual Dining Concepts
Ashish Tulsian
Co-founder & CEO
Posist
Corinne Watson
Director of Content & Brand
Lunchbox
John Wingate
Founder & CEO
BankSocial
Zhong Xu
CEO & Co-Founder
Deliverect
Conference Schedule
The conference agenda is in development, but you can rest assured we will have the industry’s leading experts. Our agenda is “panel-heavy”, where we avoid sales pitches and engage in great conversations. Review last year’s agenda to get an idea of the quality of the topics and speakers: https://ontrendconcepts.com/ghost-kitchen-conference/
Please do not hesitate to contact Matt Cook (matt@ontrendconcepts.com) to suggest a speaker or topic for the agenda.
Wednesday - June 8, 2022
| 1:00 pm | Introduction to Ghost Kitchens & Virtual Brands | Pre-Conference Seminar
Cumberland Room |
| 3:00 pm | Exhibitor Setup Begins Reunion Ballroom A-D |
| 7:00 pm | Speaker / Sponsor VIP Reception
TBA |
| 10:00 pm | Exhibitor Setup Ends Reunion Ballroom A-D |
Thursday - June 9, 2022
| 8:00 am | Networking Breakfast Reunion Ballroom A-D |
| 8:30 am | Opening Remarks
Reunion Ballroom E-H |
| 8:45 am | Overview of the Ghost Kitchen & Virtual Restaurant Market
Reunion Ballroom E-H |
| 9:30 am | Industry Leadership Panel
Reunion Ballroom E-H |
| 10:30 am | Morning Networking Break Reunion Ballroom A-D |
| 11:15 am | Innovative Approaches Panel
Reunion Ballroom E-H |
| 12:00 pm | A New Frontier? Metaverse and Cryptocurrency
Reunion Ballroom E-H |
| 12:30 pm | “The Industry Collection” Brand Opportunity Announcement Reunion Ballroom E-H |
| 12:35 pm | Networking Lunch
Marsalis Hall A |
| 2:00 pm | The Virtual Kitchen Competition is Fierce! Learn How 3 Distinct Types of Operating Models Differ and What Makes Each a Success
Reunion Ballroom E-H |
| 3:00 pm | Afternoon Networking Break Reunion Ballroom A-D |
| 2:45 pm | Fireside Chat with Virtual Dining Concepts’ CEO Stephanie Sollers
Reunion Ballroom E-H |
| 3:45 pm | IoT and Ghost Kitchens: Using Technology to Drive Efficiency and Agility
Reunion Ballroom E-H |
| 4:15 pm | Third Party Delivery Panel
Reunion Ballroom E-H |
| 5:00 pm | Networking Reception Reunion Ballroom A-D |
| 6:30 pm | Evening free for client dinners and informal networking |
Friday - June 10, 2022
| 8:00 am | Networking Breakfast Reunion Ballroom A-D |
| 8:30 am | Welcome Remarks
Reunion Ballroom E-H |
| 8:45 am | Restaurant Executives Panel
Reunion Ballroom E-H |
| 9:30 am | Finding, Winning, and Retaining Customers
Reunion Ballroom E-H |
| 10:00 am | Morning Networking Break Reunion Ballroom A-D |
| 10:45 am | What are the Key Success Points & Chronic Pinch Points For Ghost Kitchen Operators?
Reunion Ballroom E-H |
| 11:15 am | Audience-Voted, Interactive, Key Takeaways Panel and…Game Show?
Reunion Ballroom E-H |
| 12:00 pm | Closing Remarks Reunion Ballroom E-H |
| 12:30 pm | Middleby Innovation Kitchen Tour & Luncheon
Off-Site |
Have a Question?
Send us a text at 317-735-8800. We’ll do our best to get back to you right away.
Conference Venue & Lodging | Hyatt Regency Dallas
Located downtown next to an iconic Dallas landmark Reunion Tower, Hyatt Regency Dallas is a gateway to the best of the city. Live, work and be yourself at our inviting, contemporary hotel near the Dallas Convention Center and within walking distance of many tourist attractions, including Dealey Plaza and the Historic West End. With easy access from Dallas’ commuter rail (DART), access from either Dallas area airport is convenient (and saves you money from needing to rent a car or pay for downtown parking).
Discounted Room Rate
$159 per night
Hyatt Regency Dallas • 300 Reunion Blvd, Dallas, TX 75207 • (214) 651-1234
Sponsorship Opportunities
Take advantage of the opportunity to showcase your company’s goods and services in front of growth-oriented attendees!
Your COVID Guarantee
OnTrend Concepts guarantees that if we cancel, postpone, or take this conference to online-only, you will have the option to receive a full refund of your sponsorship fee. There is a lot of uncertainty related to COVID, so we want you to know that you can sign up to sponsor this conference with confidence.PLATINUM
$15,000Limit 3
4 Company Registrations
10'x10' Exhibit Space
Logo on Event Website, Marketing & Emails
Attendee List 2 Weeks Before Event
Banner Ad in Mobile App
1 Email Blast Announcing Your Sponsorship
50% Discount for Company Employee Registrations
Option to Reserve 10'x40' Outdoor Exhibit
GOLD
$7,500
3 Company Registrations
10'x10' Exhibit Space
Logo on Event Website, Marketing & Emails
Attendee List 2 Weeks Before Event
Banner Ad in Mobile App
Option to Reserve 10'x40' Outdoor Exhibit
SILVER
$4,000
2 Company Registrations
Tabletop Exhibit Space
Logo on Event Website, Marketing & Emails
Attendee List 2 Weeks Before Event
Option to Reserve 10'x40' Outdoor Exhibit
GOLD
$7,500
3 Company Registrations
10'x10' Exhibit Space
Logo on Event Website, Marketing & Emails
Attendee List 2 Weeks Before Event
Banner Ad in Mobile App
50% Discount for Company Employee Registrations
Option to Reserve 10'x40' Outdoor Exhibit
BRONZE
$1,500
1 Company Registration
NO Exhibit Space
Logo on Event Website, Marketing & Emails
Attendee List 2 Weeks Before Event
Sponsor Add-Ons
Sponsoring companies can enhance their sponsorship and expand their presence at the conference but adding one or more of the following options to their sponsorship.