How AI Made April Fools’ Day Even More Confusing 

How AI Made April Fools’ Day Even More Confusing 

At first glance, April Fools’ Day appears the perfect time for brands to capitalize on artificial intelligence for silly promotions and pranks, as the holiday leans into principles of deception and harmless mischief. However, as AI use for creative endeavors conjures...

Patrick Bobrukiewicz, Thrive Restaurant Group

  Results-driven and strategic executive with 20+ years of experience at the confluence of data analytics, technology solutions, and restaurant industry dynamics. Proven architect of profitable strategies by transforming complex data into actionableintelligence....

Kiplan Welsch, Via 313

  Kiplan Welsch is a seasoned restaurant executive with more than two decades of experience in operations, growth strategy, and multi-unit leadership across leading national brands.He began his career with Chili’s Grill & Bar in 2002, where he played a key role in...

Kat Brown, Coordinated Resources

Design, CRI Kat Brown has been in her role for 6 years serving the design community at CRI with warm hospitality and intentional gathering by serving delicious and elevated bites. She is passionate about food, how we spend time together, and the power of breaking...

Brian Pearson, Mendocino Farms

Chief Technology Officer, Mendocino Farms Brian Pearson is Chief Technology Officer at Mendocino Farms and a recognized leader in restaurant technology, known for bridging the gap between frontline operations and enterprise innovation.With a career that started in...
Outstanding Operator: Wonder

Outstanding Operator: Wonder

Wonder has built its off-prem model around variety, speed and kitchen precision. A 2026 Food On Demand Outstanding Operator, the company operates 115 locations across the Northeast. Wonder’s model brings 30 restaurant concepts under one roof, including exclusive menus...