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Austin EDUCATION SCHEDULE

August 4-5, 2o26

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EMPOWER. EQUIP. CONNECT.

Marketing Strategies:  How to promote your business through social media, community and raising brand awareness

Profit Maximizer:  Check out these classes for tips on saving money, expanding menus and efficiencies

Mastering Permits & Compliance:  Industry experts will help you navigate through permitting, legal issues and health issues to ensure your truck’s compliance

From the Exhibit Floor:  Learn directly from exhibitors about their products and services before you hit the exhibit floor.

Talks, Trends & Tips: Hear from your peers about how they succeeded (and how they failed) and take these experiences for your own journey

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Tuesday

9:55 AM

Marketing Strategies

Introduction

Customer Experience Is Everything: How Food Truck Brands Win Loyalty, Lines, and Long-Term Growth, Eric Vonheim, Frylicious

In an increasingly competitive food-truck landscape, great food alone is no longer enough. The brands that win are the ones that deliver memorable, repeatable customer experiences at every touchpoint, from the first social post to the final bite. Discover how Frylicious grew from an idea into a well-known and respected food-truck brand across Orange County, California by putting customer experience at the center of every decision. Attendees will learn the real-world strategies Frylicious used to build trust, create buzz, earn five-star reviews, and turn first-time guests into loyal brand advocates. Get actionable takeaways that operators can immediately apply to elevate their own customer experience and grow their business, without adding unnecessary complexity or cost.

Eric Vonheim

Frylicious

Tuesday

10:45 AM

Profit Maximizer

Introduction

How to Minimize Your Labor Utilizing Self Service Kiosks

I will demonstrate how I have cut my labor in half by using self service kiosks all while still maintaining excellent customer service.

Troy King

Velvet Couch Hospitality Group

Tuesday

11:40 AM

Profit Maximizer

Introduction

Your Food Truck Investment: How to Protect It

Catch the common red flags and scams before you lose your investment. Find out what to look for before investing, learn the due diligence steps before signing contracts or sending deposits and how to properly evaluate builders, vendors and service providers.

Miguel Pastrana

NEC LLC

Tuesday

2:30 PM

401's

Knowledgeable

One State, One Permit:  How You can begin the process to Statewide Mobile Food Vendor Permits

Want food truck owners to move from burdensome city-by-city and county-by-county health permits to a single statewide mobile food vendor permit? Drawing on Colorado’s successful model — where one permit now covers the entire state — attendees will learn the policy basics, coalition-building tactics, messaging for legislators and regulators, and a practical 30-day launch checklist to begin a campaign in their state while maintaining public-health protections.

Maximo Valdez

MAXIM Trailers Inc.

Wednesday

10:45 AM

Profit Maximizer

Knowledgeable

Insurance - How to Protect Your Food Truck Business

Review coverages offered and available, gaps in coverages, and risk management.

Joel Paprocki

Insure My Food

Tuesday

9:55 AM

Talks, Trends, & Tips

Intermediate

A True Tale of Survival: Working a Food Truck Following Hurricane Helene

Review coverages offered and available, gaps in coverages, and risk management.

Ben Hooper

Bens Backdraft Barbecue

Tuesday

10:45 AM

From the Exhibit Floor

Introduction

Choosing the right power inverter for your food truck and trailer.

Choosing the right power inverter for your food truck and trailer.

John Plocic

AiPower Corp

Tuesday

11:40 AM

Marketing Strategies

Introduction

Unlocking $10,000 a Month with these Simple Strategies

Learn how to earn $10,000 a month consistently by being strategic, while keeping things simple.

Misti Buard

Brand Appétit LLC

Wednesday

9:55 AM

Profit Maximizer

Knowledgeable

Faster Lines, Bigger Profits - Tech, Prep & Automation Strategies

Learn practical strategies to speed your service and boost your margins by designing efficient service lines, implementing apps for pre-orders and drive-through-style pickup, optimizing prep workflows, and selectively using time-saving equipment and automation to reduce labor costs. Attendees will see real-world examples, quick wins for menu and station layout, guidance on choosing affordable tech tools and machinery, and best practices to maintain food safety, quality, and customer experience while maximizing profitability.

Andres Echavarria

Takitos Con Sabor

Wednesday

11:40 AM

Profit Maximizer

Introduction

Full Menu Profits: How Food Truck Owners Can Earn More without Working More, Davy Tyburski

Food truck owners work incredibly hard, but many are stuck in a cycle of long hours, inconsistent revenue, and tight margins. In this high-impact session, Davy Tyburski, America’s Chief Profit Officer®, shares proven strategies used across more than 15 industries and adapts them specifically for food truck operators. Attendees will learn how to increase daily revenue, improve cash flow, simplify their menu for higher margins, and create repeat customers, without adding more hours to their day. This session gives you practical, real-world strategies you can put into action right away to drive measurable results.
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Davy Tyburski

ChiefProfitOfficer.com

Tuesday

10:45 AM

Talks, Trends, & Tips

Knowledgeable

What Sells Right Now. Food Trends That Actually Makes Money in 2026, Mariah Scott

In a fast-moving food landscape, not every trend is worth your time—or your money. In this session, Chef Mariah Scott breaks down the food trends that are actually driving sales in 2026 and shows how to adapt them to your concept without losing your identity. Come away being able to identify profitable trends, how to test new ideas efficiently and turn trending flavors into high-performing menu items.

Mariah Scott

Geneva Blu

Tuesday

11:40 AM

Talks, Trends, & Tips

Introduction

Food Safety From the Food Truck Up: The Next Generation of Certification, Tony Dean

The food truck industry has changed how America eats—bringing creativity, mobility, and entrepreneurship to the food service world. With that growth comes the responsibility to maintain strong food safety practices that protect customers and support successful businesses. This session explores **a new generation of food safety certification** designed for today’s food operators. While traditional programs were built around large restaurant kitchens, food trucks and small food businesses face unique challenges that require practical, flexible training. Learn how EduClasses® and FMC® Food Managers Certification are helping modernize food safety education with nationally accredited certification, accessible training, and programs built with mobile food operators in mind.

Tony Dean

EduClasses

Tuesday

1:30 PM

From the Exhibit Floor

Introduction

Use Wagyu Beef on Your Truck and be profitable

Watch a live demonstration of American Wagyu beef products and how you can use different cuts on your truck. Learn how you can cook up menu items that are profitable while adding to your marketability.

Michael Scott

Wagyu-x

Wednesday

10:45 AM

Talks, Trends, & Tips

Knowledgeable

Elevated Street Food: How to Turn Simple Dishes Into Premium Experiences

Great food trucks don’t just serve food—they create experiences. In this session, Chef Mariah Scott shares how to take simple, familiar dishes and elevate them through flavor layering, presentation, and storytelling. Participants will learn how to increase perceived value, stand out in a crowded market, and build a menu that feels intentional, memorable and worth a higher price point.

Mariah Scott

Geneva Blu

Wednesday

2:30 PM

401's

Knowledgeable

Franchising Your Food Truck

Franchising can be tricky. There's a lot to navigate – legal requirements, building systems that can be replicated, and finding the right people. It can feel overwhelming. This session offers a roadmap to guide business owners through every step of the process, giving them the resources and support they need to succeed. During the workshop, you’ll find out how to scale without the headaches of managing multiple locations, launch the brand and resonate with customers across the country, something truly lasting. And, get the elusive work-life balance they've been dreaming of. Discover the beginning of a new chapter in the business cycle.

Andy Klie

Franchise Development Group

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