Join other early arrivers for a reception featuring drinks and hors d'ouevres as we welcome you to Park City for our 2026 annual conference.

FEDA's Connection Corner is our networking space aimed at fostering connections focused on building relationships through networking among participants while enjoying refreshments.

The Young Industry Leaders Reception is an opportunity for emerging and established young leaders in the industry to reunite and network with their peers. For any member of FEDA’s Young Industry Leaders or conference attendees between ages 21 and 46.

Start networking over drinks and hors d’oeuvres at the conference’s opening reception.

Kick off the 2026 FEDA Annual Executive Leadership Conference with this opening night networking event!

FEDA's Connection Corner is our networking space aimed at fostering connections focused on building relationships through networking among participants while enjoying refreshments.

8:30-8:35 a.m.
Welcome and Chairman's Opening Remarks
Featuring FEDA Chairman Marc Tell, President, Sam Tell Companies

8:35-8:40 a.m.
Featured Supplier Presentation
Amerikooler

8:40-9:00 a.m.
State of the Industry Reports
Featuring Jameel Burkett, president and CEO of Burkett Restaurant Equipment, and Aaron Brown, CEO of Refrigerated Solutions Group

9:00-9:20 a.m.
Profit Report and Financial Outlook for Foodservice Equipment and Supplies Distributors

9:20-10:10 a.m.
Distributor Focus
Featuring Jason Boomer, vice president of technology at Burkett Restaurant Equipment & Supplies, Rory Clarke, president of Avanti Restaurant Solutions, and J Schneider, managing director for Dorn Group

10:45-10:50 a.m.
Featured Supplier Presentation
RATIONAL

10:50 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Keynote Presentation
Featuring Verne Harnish, Founder, Entrepreneurs' Organization

These short presentations provide a deep introduction to the technologies that distributors and manufacturers are most interested in integrating into their operations and services. The talks are led by technology experts who are actively using those digital solutions, and each segment will cover real-world applications and best practices.

By bringing together distributors, manufacturers, and other industry representatives, these roundtable discussions will foster an understanding of various business challenges and how companies can work together to implement meaningful solutions — including those enabled by new technologies — to improve outcomes and help generate growth.

Meet up with fellow conference attendees for a fun putting challenge.

Enjoy refreshing cocktails and hors d'oeuvres as you mingle with fellow foodservice equipment and supplies industry professionals.

FEDA is again excited to be recognizing the unique achievements of members during the Gold Awards presentation. All winning companies will be featured in FEDA News & Views, the FEDA weekly newsletter, social media, and other eblasts.

9:00-9:05 a.m.
Featured Supplier Presentation
CFS Brands

FEDA's Connection Corner is our networking space aimed at fostering connections focused on building relationships through networking among participants while enjoying refreshments.

As a co-founder of Apple and a pioneering engineer who values thinking outside constraints and artificial limits, Steve Wozniak understands what it takes for companies to innovate around challenges and break their industries open. During his 60-minute fireside chat at the FEDA conference, Wozniak will share pragmatic insights into how companies can foster innovation and leverage technology to drive growth. Attendees will hear about lessons Wozniak has learned over his 50-year career in technology, including how building the first Apple I prototypes and his continuing work with students have informed his perspective on the potential and trajectory of today's artificial intelligence breakthroughs.

FEDA will close out the 2026 conference with one final chance for attendees to network and meet with their peers and colleagues in a relaxed setting, perfect for decompressing after three days of learning and connecting. The Last Night in Part City event will offer live music, food and drinks amidst the seclusion of the Grand Hyatt Deer Valley.