A few of our 2019 buyers
Speaking on Inspiration & Hot Flavor Trends
Inspire the Best People in Produce
Exhibitor Information
Schedule
Wednesday, July 22, 2020
| Time | Event |
| 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
Center for Growing Talent Bocce for Talent* *Separate registration is required. |
Thursday, July 23, 2020
| Time | Event |
| 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
Center for Growing Talent Golf for Talent in Honor of Joe Nucci* Invest in meaningful business relationships on the golf course in this friendly competition that supports the Center for Growing Talent. *Separate registration is required. |
| 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM |
Center for Growing Talent Contributor and Volunteer Reception (Invite Only) As a special thank you, Center for Growing Talent contributors and volunteers will network during this invite-only event. |
Friday, July 24, 2020
| Time | Event |
| 8:15 AM - 11:00 AM |
Business Roundtables* Location: Monterey Marriott Foodservice suppliers connect with operators and distributors in quick face-to-face meetings, opening the door for more in-depth conversations in the future. |
| 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Foodservice ThinkTank (Invite Only) |
| 10:45 AM -11:15 AM |
Morning Refreshments Location: Monterey Marriott – Mezzanine – San Carlos Ballroom Join your peers before the morning education for informal networking, coffee and food. |
| 11:15 AM - 12:30 PM | A Morning with Robert Irvine Location: Monterey Marriott – Mezzanine – San Carlos Ballroom Start your day with the star of Food Network’s “Restaurant: Impossible.” During his time in the Royal Navy and his 16 seasons on the hit show, Irvine has discovered some universal keys to achieve ongoing success and navigate change. You’ll learn about setting clear goals, the significance of image and the importance of quality. Robert will inspire you with healthy eating habits, healthy food tips and the passion he brings to everything he does. Don’t miss this unique engagement with the master chef! Speaker: Robert Irvine, world-class chef and businessman |
| 12:30 PM - 1:45 PM | Lunch Competition Location: Monterey Conference Center - 2nd Floor – Foyer Get inspired by new food trends as chefs and growers work together to create dishes featuring produce. Enjoy lunch as you grow your network, and vote for People's Choice Award. Robert Irvine will select the winner for the Produce Plate Award. |
| 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM | Center for Growing Talent 5K Race for Talent Registration and Packet Pickup |
| 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM |
Insights and Innovations of Tomorrow Location: Monterey Marriott – Mezzanine – San Carlos Ballroom Keep up with the latest trends as PMA CMO Lauren M. Scott showcases what's hot in culinary and foodservice. Then you’ll break out into smaller groups for a deeper dive with industry leaders. Network and walk away with actionable insights to apply at your organization. Speaker: Lauren M. Scott, Chief Marketing Officer, PMA |
| 3:30 PM - 5:15 PM |
Networking Reception at the Barns Location: The Barns at Cooper Molera, 535 Polk Street, Monterey, CA This is the place to be. Join us for a relaxed evening of networking, food and drinks. |
| 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM | Center for Growing Talent Women’s Fresh Perspectives Reception* Rekindle old connections and form new ones at this gathering designed to celebrate women in the produce industry. At the same time, support our mission to attract, develop and retain talent for the global produce and floral industry. This is open to both men and women, and food and drinks will be available. *Separate registration is required. |
Saturday, July 25, 2020
| Time | Event |
| 6:30 AM - 8:00 AM | Center for Growing Talent 5K Race for Talent * Location: East Depot Lot – next to the Dust Bowl Brewing Company, 285 Figueroa Street, Monterey, CA (Just a short walk from the Portola and the Marriott)
Give back by joining Center for Growing Talent for the annual 5K Race for Talent. Start your morning with a 3.1-mile walk/run along the Monterey Bay. You do not need to be registered for the Foodservice Conference; family and friends are welcome to participate. |
| 7:45 AM - 8:45 AM |
Breakfast Location: Monterey Marriott - 2nd floor - Foyer Join your peers before the morning session for informal networking, coffee and food. |
| 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
Fresh Ideas Showcase Location: Portola Hotel - Level 1 Look for new ideas and inspiration with these new products and services introduced since July 2019. You can find these display showcases in the lobby outside the expo. |
| 9:00 AM - 10:15 AM |
Monterey Bay Live! Guests: Shaun O'Neale, Chef |
| 10:30 AM - 4:30 PM | Foodservice Produce Expo Location: Monterey Conference Center & Portola Hotel This is the best six hours in foodservice. Find the latest innovations in fresh flavor the produce industry has to offer. Lounges are available in each expo room for you to meet with customers. The second floor expo in the Steinbeck Ballroom opens at 10:30 a.m., and the first floor expo opens at 11 a.m.
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2020 Sponsors
