Food Service Perspectives Symposium

Food Service Perspectives Symposium

The conference for the food service industry—a must-attend event for movers and shakers in the out-of-home catering market—is entering its second round. This is where innovative minds meet to discuss the latest trends, challenges, and solutions in the industry. Be part of it and actively shape the future of food service!

Program

The future of food service is in transition—be there as leading minds from science, business, and gastronomy discuss the most pressing topics and present new solutions. The following main topics are planned:

Focus on Process Innovation

• Planetary Health Diet – Sustainable nutritional concepts for a healthy future.
• Food Tech & Supply Chain – Technology as the key to efficient and transparent food service.
• Skilled Labor Shortage – Strategies, innovations, and best practices to combat the staffing crisis.
• Food Intelligence Platforms – Data-driven decisions for the gastronomy of tomorrow.
• Bridge between Science & Business – Successful collaboration for a future-proof industry.
• Enjoyment – Culinary excellence as a driver for innovation.

Who will be there?

In the morning, a 6-member panel will lead the way on the Future on the Plate, addressing the questions: Where is the (Swiss) food service industry heading? Who will be serving whom tomorrow? And what?

• Tobias Grau, Vivantes Gastronomie – Care Perspective
• Christian Hamerle, Dussmann Group – FM Perspective, EU & CH Market
• Claude Winter, Fenaco – Food Wholesale Perspective
• Christine Brombach, ZHAW – Consumer Perspective
• Christian Gerber, ZfV Catering – Innovation Perspective, University Catering
• Peter Herzog, HC Hospitality Consulting AG – Gastronomy Development Perspective

A subsequent "Fish Bowl" discussion will provide an opportunity to discuss your own thoughts and questions from the audience.

After some "Lunch Bites," four different Breakout Sessions in the afternoon will offer a deeper insight into the topics discussed. Each session will be designed from multiple perspectives by a team from science, practical application, and a startup.

A concluding Apéro (cocktail reception) will provide space to exchange new impressions with old and new acquaintances.

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