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Scott Boatwright, CRO of Chipotle, and Paul Brown, CEO at Inspire Brands, join Restaurants Rise powered by MUFSO as keynote speakers.

Inspire Brands CEO Paul Brown and Chipotle CRO Scott Boatwright join keynoters for Restaurants Rise powered by MUFSO

And, a special live episode of In the Kitchen podcast announced with top restaurateurs

Restaurants Rise powered by MUFSO, the digital community for restaurant operators and leaders, has named exciting new additions to its all-star lineup of speakers sharing insights and strategies throughout the month of October and all year on-demand.

Two new leadership keynote presentations have just been announced, Paul Brown, CEO of Inspire Brands, on Oct. 20 at 3:30 p.m. EDT and Scott Boatwright, chief restaurant officer at Chipotle, on Oct. 27 at 3:15 p.m. EDT.

Brown, the founder of Inspire Brands, will share the lessons he’s learned along the way to success and discuss the importance of thinking differently, valuing maverick behavior, and why giving back matters.

Boatwright will speak about Chipotle’s path to success which involved technology and talent in conjunction with one another as well as the importance of a supported and engaged workforce.

Previously announced keynoters include Soledad O’Brien, Therese Gearhart, Omar Johnson, Erica Dhawan, Alice Elliot, Vijay Vaitheeswaran, Tom Bene, Scott and Ally Sevenson and more.

Tamearra Dyson).jpgAlso added to the lineup include a special live broadcast of In the Kitchen, the Nation’s Restaurant News and Restaurant Hospitality podcast with senior food & beverage editor Bret Thorn.

The panel, the passion of food and service, features several chefs and restaurant operators discussing the importance of food and building a community. Guests include Tamearra Dyson of Souley Vegan, left, Carleen King of Carmi Soul Food, and Kenny Frasch of the Hop Knot.

Restaurant Rise powered by MUFSO is free for all restaurant operators. Register today to secure your seat!

The event kickoff begins on Oct. 1 at 3:30 p.m. EDT with Group Director & Publisher Sarah Lockyer who will provide a preview of the lineup for the next four weeks of leadership panels, virtual supplier showcases and more. The kickoff will include a discussion between the industry’s leading nonprofit organizations including Share Our Strength No Kid Hungry, Children of Restaurant Employees (CORE) and the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation.

Attendees will receive a special presentation from the annual Texas Pete Kitchen Hero Cook Off on Oct. 1, and we’ll toast to a great event with a special, signature cocktail, mixed live with Nation’s Restaurant News senior editor Ron Ruggless.

See more information about the keynotes and new panels below:

Restaurants Rise powered by MUFSO: Opening Kick Off

Oct. 1 at 3:30 p.m. EDT

Sarah Lockyer Headshot_2019.jpgJoin Nation's Restaurant News as we kick off this high energy, information-packed virtual conference. Get a sneak preview of program highlights and special presentation on behalf of the Texas Pete Kitchen Hero Cook Off. Sarah Lockyer, Group Publisher, Nation's Restaurant News, left, will lead an inspiring panel discussion featuring the industry's leading non-profit organizations: Share Our Strength No Kid Hungry, Children of Restaurant Employees (CORE) and the National Restaurant Association's Educational Foundation.   Network with other attendees and have some fun!

Sponsored by Coca-Cola, Johnsonville Foodservice and PepsiCo Foodservice

Building a Culture that Sparks Innovation

Oct. 20 at 3:30 p.m. EDT

Paul Brown_Arby's_2017_c.jpgInspire has grown from what was once the Arby’s brand to a family of five distinct restaurant brands and nearly $15 billion in system sales – making it the 5th largest restaurant company in the U.S. But it wasn’t all just mergers and acquisitions and new store development driving growth – the company’s culture has been a key enabler to its agility and ability to increase sales.

Hear from co-founder and CEO Paul Brown, above, as he shares what lessons have been learned along the way, and discusses the importance of thinking differently, valuing maverick behavior, and why giving back matters.

A Recipe for Success: Tech and Talent

Oct. 27 at 3:15 p.m. EDT

Scott Boatwright_Chipotle CRO_2017_c.jpgJoin Chipotle chief restaurant officer Scott Boatwright, left, as he discusses the brand's successful journey to industry leading performance, and what it takes to get there. Hint: it takes Tech and Talent.  

Hear about what's next for restaurant tech and the importance of a supported and engaged workforce--and how Chipotle has put it all together as one of the most successful brands today. 

In the Kitchen Live: The passion of food and service

Oct. 8 at 3:00 p.m. EDT

Carmi_Carleen_and_Michael_King (2).jpegIn the Kitchen, the Nation’s Restaurant News and Restaurant Hospitality podcast, is taping a special live session with senior food & beverage editor Bret Thorn.

The panel, the passion of food and service, features several chefs and restaurant operators discussing the importance of food and building a community. Currently announced guests include Tamearra Dyson of Souley Vegan, Carleen King of Carmi Soul Food, left, and Kenny Frasch of the Hop Knot.

Title sponsors for MUFSO include the Coco-Cola Co., PepsiCo Foodservice and Johnsonville Foodservice.

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