FEDA NEWS & VIEWS THE COVER
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Simplifying the Answers to Operator Obstacles
How Brinker International CEO Kevin Hochman is realizing growth by reducing work that doesn’t benefi t guests or team members
Driving Business The FEDA Annual Conference is well-known as the best place for dealers, manufacturers and others in the industry to network and get business done. This issue of FEDA News & Views details all the opportunities for attendees to make those connections, as well as the fantastic lineup of speakers and programs designed to prepare dealers for a changing industry.
16 Assessing the Global
Political Climate Former White House Chief of Staff Gen. John Kelly, USMC (Ret), will share his leadership lessons and perspectives on the global political climate during a special guest presentation at the FEDA Annual Conference.
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T e Limitless Power of Software
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Teeing Up
Relationship Building A brand new golf course that challenges creativity and strategy sets the stage for networking at the FEDA Annual Conference’s golf tournament.
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Strengthening Outcomes with Business Boot Camp
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Focus On the Industry Roundtables
40 2023 FEDA Annual
Conference Learn about the programs, speakers and events that will be featured at the 2023 FEDA Annual Conference.
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Empowering Innovation
Understanding the state of foodservice equipment technology and the tech initiatives that promise sustainability, growth and success for dealers and manufacturers.
Chairman’s Message By David Stafford
I06ndustry Insights By Patricia Bible
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Mission Forward By Tracy Mulqueen
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Chief Operator Changes in the Industry
54 OPERATORS
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FEDA Celebrates 90 Years
46 Setting the Gold
Standard FEDA’s Gold Awards Breakfast will recognize the people and companies that are elevating the industry.
ON THE MOVE
Recent Promotions, Hires and Retirements at FEDA Member Companies
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new feda members
New FEDA Members Summer 2023 3 48
Experience Frisco, Texas
It’s a Great Time to be a FEDA Member
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