Weber Knapp Team Readies for National Restaurant Association Show 2023

Another trade show is upon us and our team couldn't be more excited.

This time, we're headed to the National Restaurant Association Show 2023 in Chicago.

What We're Excited About at This Year's Show

One of our favorite events, this year's show will be our tenth.

Members of our team planning to attend include:

• Mike Fralick, Regional Sales Manager
• Jody Osgood, Regional Sales Manager
• Jeremy Redlecki, Director of Product Development

Though we won't have a booth set up, our team is looking forward to connecting with fellow attendees and exhibitors. The team is especially interested in seeing all of the new products and latest innovations on display.

But more than that, we’re eager to discuss our motion control solutions and how they can help improve existing products or the overall experience of working in a restaurant or bar. In particular, we're looking forward to talking about our:

• Slim Integrated Hinge
• French door oven hinges
• Wine cooler hinges
• Lift Gate Assistant technology
• Vectis Pivot

National Restaurant Association Show 2023 Overview

A mainstay of our trade show attendance, this year's National Restaurant Association Show dates are May 20-23 at McCormick Place.

The largest event of its kind in the Western Hemisphere, the National Restaurant Association Show brings together restaurant and food service industry leaders and professionals from all walks. 

Organizers are anticipating more than 50,000 attendees from more than 100 countries. During the three-day event, those attending can expect plenty of opportunities to network and learn.

The show will feature a keynote address by two restaurant industry visionaries:

• Danny Meyer, Founder & Executive Chairman, Union Square Hospitality Group
• Pinky Cole, CEO and Founder, Slutty Vegan, ATL and Philanthropist

During their talk – slated for 2 p.m., May 21 in the event center's Grand Ballroom, the pair will discuss their vast restaurant expertise, business prowess, commitment to creating strong teams, as well as their philanthropic and community initiatives.

As always, the event will feature multiple workshops, live demos by top chefs, and plenty of educational seminars.

This year, organizers are expecting a robust turnout of exhibitors. More than 1,800 have signed up to attend, representing product categories including:

• Food
• Beverage
• Equipment
• Technology
• Tableware
• Sanitation
• & much more

Check out the National Restaurant Association Show Exhibitor List

Looking Forward to the National Restaurant Association Show

As one of the biggest shows of its kind, the National Restaurant Association Trade Show is always a great way to reconnect and get reinvigorated. Our team can't wait to attend, and more importantly, see you there.

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