2025 Schedule
From Ownership to Partnership: Charting the Path Forward
Peter McCaffrey (Culinary Director, Leading Caterers of America)
Jerin Dunham (Partner, Delightmore)
Location: Beethoven
Date: Tuesday, November 11
Time: 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Track:
Culinary & Financial Insight (CIG, FIG)
Vault Recording: TBD
The closing conversation turns insights into action and accountability. This facilitated dialogue captures key learnings from the Summit and builds a blueprint for lasting impact.
Outcomes:
● Solidify Key Takeaways — commit to shared language and aligned priorities
● Define Communication Rhythms — monthly reviews, shared dashboards, chef–principal check-ins
● Identify Growth Opportunities — cross-training, mentorship, peer-to-peer exchanges
● Build Accountability — clear next steps and ownership so momentum continues beyond Rhode Island
This isn’t just a wrap-up — it’s the launch point for ongoing partnership between chefs and owners.