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November 8-10, 2026
Hilton New Orleans Riverside HotelNew Orleans, LA

2026 Schedule

Hiring and Recruiting: Winning the Talent Game

Anthony Lambatos  (The Coach | CEO, Footers Catering)
Location: Quarterdeck A
Date: Monday, November 9
Time: 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Track: Management Operations Group (MOG)
Vault Recording: TBD

Finding and retaining reliable team members continues to be one of the biggest challenges facing our industry. Join fellow operations leaders for a conversation about today's recruiting landscape, including sourcing strategies, staffing agencies, referral programs, hiring processes, onboarding, and retaining both full-time and part-time employees. Members will exchange practical ideas and discuss what's working—and what isn't—in today's competitive labor market.