The Nest Chapter Gathering - Atlanta
October 15, 2026 | Coca-Cola Headquarters | Atlanta, GA
Connect with 150 C-suite restaurant leaders for solution-driven conversations and an unforgettable evening.
Lean on Your Network
This exclusive, operator-focused event is designed to foster collaboration, share innovative strategies, and tackle the industry’s most pressing challenges. Join us for an intensive day featuring
- Operator-Only Circles: Intimate conversations exploring hot topics, and developing solutions to shared business challenges
- A Keynote Presentation: Shakir Moin, President of Marketing, North America at Coca-Cola
- Operator Panel Discussion: Industry leaders sharing proven, practical solutions that are transforming their businesses
- Bird Circles: Small group discussions between operators and vendor partners
- Executive Reception: Time to connect, collaborate, and build relationships
WHEN
Thursday October 15, 2026
WHERE
Coca-Cola Headquarters | 1 Coca-Cola Plaza NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
Chapter Gathering Agenda
8:45am - 9:30am - Arrivals / Check-in
9:30am - 10:30am - Operator-Only Circles
10:45am - 11:15am - Welcome
11:15am - 12:00pm - "What Does Value Really Mean in 2026?": A Fireside Chat with Coca-Cola’s Shakir Moin
12:00pm - 1:00pm - Lunch & Networking
1:00pm - 2:30pm - Bird Circles Sessions
2:30pm - Networking Snack Break
3:15pm - 3:45pm - Operator Panel: Automation vs. Authenticity
3:45pm - 4:30pm - "Bloomin' Adventures": A VIP Fireside Chat with Tim Gannon, Co-Founder of Outback Steakhouse, on Partnership, Perseverance, and Finding Your Velcro
4:30pm - 4:45pm - Meeting Close
4:45pm - 6:45pm - After-Party
