STREET FOOD BUSINESS EXPO 2024 SEMINARS AND SPEAKERS

DAY 1 - Tuesday October 15th

Gearing up for Growth

10:30 – 11:15

Chair: Roxy NCASS

Darren Simpson – Nanny Bills / Vimal Arumugam – Baked Bird / Mark Laurie – NCASS

Hear from our panel on how they got to where they are today at this key session. You will gain valuable insight from successful businesses who are well established in the industry into what it takes to scale up and how to keep focused on growth even when you’re faced with challenges.

Street Food Playbook

11:30 – 12:15

Chair: Alan NCASS

Ben Newman – Spudman / James Mitchell – Gurt Wings / Chris Cheah – Chicken George Jr / Dani Page – Beef on the Block / Vanessa Kelly – 2 Much Passion CIC

Join our panel of experts and learn about everything Street Food. Enjoy an informal panel of inspiring entrepreneurs talking about the highs and lows of running a Street Food business and gain valuable insights, as well as practical tips and advice on how to stand out in a dynamic sector.

Mastering Event & Festival Catering

12:30  – 13:15

Chair: Roxy NCASS

Harry Jenkins – DDC /  Nick Friedman – Jamon Jamon / Emily Hughes – Jeco Bowl 

Would you like to learn about what it takes to be successful in event and festival catering? From starting out in events and festivals to adapting, growing, and staying at the top of your game, our panel will help you understand how to succeed in this challenging but exciting part of the sector. Find out how to stand out and capture the attention of decision makers to help you secure the right opportunities year after year for your business in this inspiring seminar.

People Power: Leadership and management in Hospitality

13:30 – 14:15

Chair: Alan NCASS

Conrad Brunton – Tonic Talent / Kieron Bailey – People On Purpose / Patricia Colden – Colden HR

Join the people experts as we delve into the pivotal role that the culture you create and the people that make your team play in your business’ success. We’ll discuss the importance of prioritising your people, the role that your business has in creating value, whilst giving practical advice that you can put into action to make your culture and team stand out in the world of hospitality.

Road to Restaurant

14:30- 15:15

Chair: Mark Laurie NCASS

Greg Gabriel – The Mixing Jug / Sai Deethwa – Buddha Belly 

Are you contemplating a shift from street food to a permanent site? Join us to connect with industry experts and NCASS members who have successfully grown their businesses and made the leap to Bricks & Mortar. Gain valuable insights into their journey and learn how they’ve managed everything from interior design and working with contractors, building and training a team and getting the right tech in place, through to ensuring you maintain your original vision and hit your targets.

DAY 2 - Wednesday October 16th

Street Food Playbook

10:30 – 11:15

Chair: Mark NCASS

Damian Patchell – Tower Hamlets / Lewis Farquharson – LJHUGS / Vimal Arumugam – Baked Bird / Becca Chong – Off the Beaten Truck | foodPark / Emma Moran – Emerald Eats 

Join our panel of experts and learn about everything Street Food. Enjoy an informal panel of inspiring entrepreneurs talking about the highs and lows of running a Street Food business and gain valuable insights, as well as practical tips and advice on how to stand out in a dynamic sector.

Gearing up for Growth

11:30 – 12:15

Chair: Alan NCASS

Michelle Mureno – QAB Leadership / Rob Machin – REimagine City / Thom Elliot – Pizza Pilgrims

Hear from our panel on how they got to where they are today at this key session. You will gain valuable insight from successful businesses who are well established in the industry into what it takes to scale up and how to keep focused on growth even when you’re faced with challenges

Road to Restaurant – the Move to Bricks & Mortar

12:30 – 13:15

Chair: Rob Machin

Tom Maher – OPM / James Timmins – Utter Waffle / Lee Johnson – REimagine City / Henry  Poultney – Grace+James and Poli 

Are you contemplating a shift from street food to a permanent site? Join us to connect with industry experts and NCASS members who have successfully grown their businesses and made the leap to Bricks & Mortar. Gain valuable insights into their journey and learn how they’ve managed everything from interior design and working with contractors, building and training a team and getting the right tech in place, through to ensuring you maintain your original vision and hit your targets.

 

Mastering event & Festival Catering

13:30 – 14:15

Chair: Roxy NCASS

Jez Felwick – The Bowler / Josh Ebsworth – Togather / Mandy Bahia – Spicebox Roadshow

Would you like to learn about what it takes to be successful in event and festival catering? From starting out in events and festivals to adapting, growing, and staying at the top of your game, our panel will help you understand how to succeed in this challenging but exciting part of the sector. Find out how to stand out and capture the attention of decision makers to help you secure the right opportunities year after year for your business in this inspiring seminar.