Open discussion led by innovative independent operators sharing best practices. Topics include:

• Hiring and training
• Designing custom cocktails
• Hot categories: Tequila, No/Lo alcohol, Wine and more
• Creating a memorable guest experience
• Sourcing, analyzing and using data
• New technology

Meet with our CBS sponsors to preview the latest technology innovations and products that will help grow your business.

Experts from EPG Specialty Information's Data Advisory Board will unveil a new standard definition of ready-to-drink / pre-mixed cocktail, and provide insight into the latest consumer trends.

Travel with your fellow CBS attendees to a local on-premise establishment to see their operation first-hand and enjoy a networking reception.
Bus leaves the Hyatt Regency at 3:15, returning to the hotel at 6:45.

Are you finding it harder and harder each year to meet sales or revenue goals? Are you stuck trying to compete on price or product? There is a better way, and that is to focus on the customer experience. Dan Gingiss is a top customer experience keynote speaker who helps empower your team to create the kinds of experiences that customers want to talk about.

Meet with our CBS sponsors to preview the latest technology innovations and products that will help grow your business.

Watch live as our panel of judges hears pitches from 3 innovative new products:

• Inspiro Tequila
• IVeinte Spirits
• Soda Jerk Shots

Which ones will win a spot in the EPG Brand Acceleration Beverage Incubator? Our live audience and judging panel will decide!