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Leading Caterers of America Executive Summit
November 8-10, 2026
Hilton New Orleans Riverside HotelNew Orleans, LA
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AI in Catering: From Possible to Practical to Repeatable

Ryan O'Neil  (CEO, Curate)
Rosie Gizelt  (Manager of E-Commerce and Strategic Growth, Puff ‘n Stuff Events + Catering)
Location: Chart A-B-C
Date: Tuesday, November 10
Time: 2:15 pm - 3:00 pm
Track: General Session (All)
Vault Recording: TBD
Ryan O'Neil
Rosie Gizelt

Explore how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the catering industry. This session will demystify AI and provide actionable insights into real-world applications for catering companies.

We’ll begin with a quick review of current AI basics and terminology, then showcase practical, real-world cases that highlight their potential to streamline operations, enhance customer experiences and drive innovation. A core focus will be on making AI reliable and repeatable to deliver consistent results. We’ll also address the risks, limitations and accountability associated with AI, keeping the conversation grounded and practical instead of intimidating. Real experiences, real resources and real strategies to take home and implement with your company – and a surprise or two for all session participants.