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Global Restaurant Leadership Conference
November 17 - 19, 2025
W BarcelonaBarcelona, Spain

Why Attend

3 days | 150 C-Suite Attendees | 60+ Countries | 6 Continents

Who Attends GRLC?

An exclusive audience of 150 C-Suite, President, President International, and Executive Level restaurant leaders with 50+ units representing the Top 500 global restaurant chains, and who are active in 2+ countries attends GRLC.

The Power of Partnerships

At GRLC you'll find:

  • Exclusive audiences
  • Exclusive content
  • Fun networking activities
  • Welcome Receptions

150 Executive Attendees

Our attendees include:

  • C-Suite, President, President International, and Executive Level
  • 50+ Units
  • Emphasis on the Top 500 global chains, active in 2+ countries

Exclusive Content

Our agenda focuses on:

  • International Development
  • Menu & Supply Chain
  • Technology & AI

Agenda at-a-Glance

Welcome to Barcelona and 2025 GRLC! Our 3 day agenda is designed to deliver exclusive insights and foster collaboration among the top leaders in the restaurant industry.

Monday, November 17

  • Special Events
    • Make sure to plan your travels accordingly to arrive early to participate in GRLC’s Signature Special Event Activities. We’ve curated a selection of exciting VIP options that showcase the best of Barcelona!
  • VIP Welcome Reception and Award Dinner for the 2025 Global Restaurant Leader of the Year

Tuesday, November 18

  • Networking Breakfast
  • Morning General Session
    • Session: Global Economist & Futurist Keynote Session
    • Session: Conversations with Restaurant Leaders - An Executive Exchange Session
  • Morning Networking Break
  • Afternoon General Session
    • Session: Technomic Global State of the Industry Keynote
    • Session: Industry Panel Discussion
    • Session: Conversations with Restaurant Leaders - An Executive Exchange Session
    • Session: C-Suite Collaborative Food with Thought Working Lunch
  • Afternoon Networking Break
  • GRLC Cocktail Reception

Wednesday, November 19

  • Networking Breakfast
  • Closing General Session
    • Session: Conversations with Restaurant Leaders - An Executive Exchange Session
    • Session: C-Suite Collab Power Talks
    • Session: VIP Keynote Session
  • GRLC Concludes - Open time for Meetings