Why Attend

4 days | 65+ Educational Sessions | 100+ Speakers | 160+ Exhibitors & Sponsors | 1,700+ Attendees | ∞ Opportunities

Who Attends Restaurant Leadership Conference?

Our attendees come from varied backgrounds in the restaurant industry. At RLC, reconnect with old friends and build new business partnerships.

Fast Facts:

84% of Operators have a VP or higher title
97% of Operators are decision-makers
38% of chains attending have 100+ units
170+ sponsoring companies

Top 500 Chain Representation:

15 of the top 25 Chains
31 of the top 50 Chains
59 of the top 100 Chains
184 of the top 500 Chains

Designed By and For Restaurant Leaders

RLC is the home for top restaurant executives to hone their leadership skills, discuss solutions to industry challenges, and connect with fellow senior restaurant leadership.

In 4 impactful days, RLC delivers years’ worth of exclusive insights. This event is packed with expert sessions, cutting-edge strategies, and the latest developments in the restaurant industry.

Unique to the restaurant industry, Restaurant Leadership Conference draws upon the knowledge and experience of the top leaders in the restaurant industry, from C-suite to IT leaders to the innovative chefs who pioneer the latest culinary trends in foodservice, to create an attendee-driven agenda that focuses on real solutions for today’s key challenges.

Our 4-day program features

65+ sessions
100+ speakers
Unparalleled networking
NEST meet-ups
Exclusive keynote speakers
160+ exhibiting sponsors
Executive breakfasts & networking meet-ups
Event experiences

Discover Solutions Providers & Professional Partnerships

Network with hundreds of restaurant industry experts and leading solution providers to uncover all the latest innovations and must-haves for your business.

Explore the RLC Marketplace and meet with our 160+ vendors exhibiting hundreds of solutions and services that can help you identify the best technology solutions to increase POS conversions, manage customer data, and elevate your business.

Event Experiences

Our event experiences offer a chance for you to network with your fellow restaurant industry peers. From our RLC Marketplace to our Welcome Reception, you won’t want to miss them.