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Monday, March 27
 

12:45pm PDT

KEYNOTE: RumChata Diaries: The Making of an American Success Story
Ever wondered what it takes to build your own brand? Tom Maas, 38 year liquor industry veteran, will share his story of creating the RumChata formula in his kitchen and the trials of starting a brand truly from scratch. He will detail what he has learned from the startup experience and lessons that he can impart to anyone who wants to try to become a successful entrepreneur.  From how to get your project financed to marketing your brand with little money, and even getting your product produced and into the market, Tom is sure to leave a mark with his true American success story. 

Speakers
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Thomas Maas

Founder & Master Blender, Agave Loco, LLC
Tom Maas is a 38 year veteran of the liquor industry whose career spanned the globe and included many of the largest liquor companies in the world in sales and marketing.  After his retirement from Jim Beam in 2005 he started a company that brought out RumChata, now one of the most... Read More →



Monday March 27, 2017 12:45pm - 1:30pm PDT
Room N112 Las Vegas Convention Center

2:45pm PDT

KEYNOTE: Building an International Hospitality Empire
Neil Moffitt, CEO, Hakkasan Group
Nightlife mogul Neil Moffit is here to share his secrets of success, spanning from competitive markets around the UK to Las Vegas.  Gain tips on catering to millennials, booking celebrities and how to promote your club’s talent, whether it be for a small venue or a large nightclub.  Learn from the best how to supersede expectations when it comes to table service and VIP experiences for your guests.

Speakers
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Neil Moffitt

CEO, Hakkasan Group



Monday March 27, 2017 2:45pm - 3:30pm PDT
Room N112 Las Vegas Convention Center
 
Tuesday, March 28
 

10:00am PDT

Monetizing Cannabis
Owner/Operator Recommended! How will new laws affect your business and how can you profit.

The recent legalization of marijuana use in Nevada and other states reflects the growing trend of more states following suit and even changes at the federal level.  Bar & nightclub owners, operators and investors recognize the money-making opportunities ranging from cannabis mixology to new concept venues.  The commercial potential is huge, but the legal, regulatory & operational landscape is complex.  This session will explore from the unique bar & nightclub perspective how to capitalize on the opportunities while mitigating the risks.

Moderators
avatar for Ricardo Baca

Ricardo Baca

Contributing Editor, The Cannabist
Ricardo Baca is a contributing editor for The Cannabist. He was appointed The Denver Post's first marijuana editor in November 2013 and spearheaded the formation of The Cannabist, a division of the Post. Fortune magazine ranked Baca as one of the seven most powerful people in American... Read More →

Speakers
avatar for Sheriff Joe DiSalvo

Sheriff Joe DiSalvo

Former Sheriff, Pipkin County
Ski bum to Sheriff, Sheriff Joe has done it all in Aspen. Disalvo joined the Aspen Police in 1985, three years later the Pitkin County Sheriff’s office, a 29 year veteran of the force he oversees. In 2013 Sheriff DiSalvo founded the Valley Marijuana Council . The VMC consisted of... Read More →
avatar for Tripp Keber

Tripp Keber

CEO, Dixie Brands
As one of two original founders of the Dixie Elixirs and Edibles company, Colorado’s premiere licensed marijuana infused products manufacturer (MIPS), Tripp Keber now serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Dixie Brands, Inc. Widely hailed as one of this nascent industry’s indispensable... Read More →
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Evan Marder

Chief Operating Officer, Matrix MMJ
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Freddie Wyatt

President, Munch & Company
Frederic “Freddie” Wyatt is an event marketing, promotions and business development expert with more than 30 years’ experience in event management and production, VIP Talent /concierge, entertainment and hospitality. He has been instrumental in spearheading business development... Read More →


Tuesday March 28, 2017 10:00am - 10:45am PDT
Room N112 Las Vegas Convention Center

11:00am PDT

KEYNOTE: You Can Create Disney Magic Too & The Customer Rules
Lee Cockerell, the former senior operations executive for the Walt Disney World Resort for 10 years, will share how all of us can create magic for our customers, our families, our friends, and for each other by understanding the power of personal leadership and strong management skills and as we go about living our lives and practicing our professions.  You will learn the Four Customer Expectations, The Four Employee Expectations (and how to practice them), how the value of how you spend your time directly relates to how happy, healthy, and successful you are in all parts of your life.  And finally you will learn about how to become more competent in the four areas of competency which will move you from good to great or great to greater!

Speakers
avatar for Lee Cockerell

Lee Cockerell

Executive Vice President (Retired & Inspired), Walt Disney World Resort
Lee Cockerell retired as the Executive Vice President of Operations fr the WALT DISNEY WORLD® Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, a position he held for ten years.  His responsibilities encompassed a diverse mix of operations, which included 20 resort hotels with over 24,000 Guest... Read More →



Tuesday March 28, 2017 11:00am - 11:45am PDT
Room N112 Las Vegas Convention Center

1:00pm PDT

Talent Talk: How to Book Guest DJs for Your Venue
Regardless of the size of your bar or nightclub, where do you begin to decide who the right DJ or act is to book for your venue?  How do you spot upcoming trends in talent and marketing?  Hear firsthand from this panel of DJs and consultants how to work with your budget and make big moves for your business.  Understand artist branding and gain tips on promoting with and for your artists.

Moderators
avatar for Kalika Moquin

Kalika Moquin

Owner, Blackout Artists

Speakers
avatar for Pearce Cleaveland

Pearce Cleaveland

Marketing Scientist & Managing Partner, Clique Hospitality
avatar for Jennifer Tramaglino

Jennifer Tramaglino

Hospitality Consultant, Little Cream Soda
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Tuesday March 28, 2017 1:00pm - 1:45pm PDT
Room N112 Las Vegas Convention Center

2:00pm PDT

Nightclub & Bar The Pitch Tank
We’ve all heard the saying, “It's all about who you know” and in today’s world it really does apply! That’s why the NEW Nightclub & Bar The Pitch Tank was formed to connect bar & nightlife suppliers with top executives of the industry. This is a can’t miss opportunity for attendees to see what actually happens behind closed doors in the corporate world. Watch the drama unfold during live product pitches in front of a board of Sharks!

Panelists
avatar for Jonathan Snyder

Jonathan Snyder

Investor, Entrepreneur
Jonathan is a successful investor, entrepreneur and executive who has founded, invested in and run companies in retail and restaurant services, e-commerce, apparel, technology and telecommunications. He co-founded and is currently managing Contenders Clothing, a men’s active lifestyle... Read More →
avatar for Josef Wagner

Josef Wagner

Vice President of Food & Beverage, Aria @ City Center
Josef brings an extensive background in the Food & Beverage Industry to his new role. Currently the Vice President of Food & Beverage at Aria Resort & Casino, he is joining from The Venetian& The Palazzo, where he served as Executive Director of Food & Beverage since 2010. In... Read More →
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Ronn Nicolli

Senior Executive Director of Marketing, Wynn Nightlife
Coming from humble beginnings as a promotions host to becoming one of Las Vegas nightlife’s most respected and influential marketing minds, Ronn Nicolli joined the Wynn Las Vegas nightlife team in 2005. As the marketing executive for Tryst and XS, he created and developed marketing... Read More →
avatar for Ryan Klaasen

Ryan Klaasen

Partner/Vice President of Operations, element HOSPITALITY
With a drive to compete with the largest nightlife players in the nation, industry veteran Ryan Klaasen has joined Element Hospitality Group, a fast-growing business that owns, manages and provides consultation for some nightclubs, lounges and restaurants throughout the U.S. As the... Read More →
avatar for Salvatore Wise

Salvatore Wise

Director Of Marketing (Nightlife and Daylife), Hakkasan Group
Hakkasan Group is a worldwide entertainment, dining, nightlife, and hospitality company with establishments currently located across the United States, Europe, Middle East, and Asia. Its namesake is taken from its Michelin-star restaurant that set the high-level standard for... Read More →
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Sebastien Silvestri

Vice President of Food and Beverage, The Venetian and The Palazzo
Sebastien Silvestri grew up in the south of France with a French mother and an Italian father where he learned both languages fluently.  He developed an appreciation for food and beverage at an early age from his uncle, Pierro Silvestri, who was a successful restauranteur at Le Peche... Read More →


Tuesday March 28, 2017 2:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Room N112 Las Vegas Convention Center

4:20pm PDT

CORE: Giving Back to Our Own
Children of Restaurant Employees, or CORE, is a 501(c)3 charitable organization funded by donations from individuals, food and beverage operators, suppliers and distributors, and special events. CORE supports the children of food and beverage employees who are navigating life-altering circumstances or conditions. Since its inception in 2004, CORE has helped over 165 children from families across the industry and the country. CORE has raised over $2M in support of these families.

Speakers
avatar for Barry Gutin

Barry Gutin

Advisory Council Member, Children of Restaurant Employees, Ltd.
Barry Gutin is the Principal & Co-Founder of GuestCounts Hospitality, a Philadelphia-based hospitality group that includes Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar (four east coast locations), Brûlée Catering (premium full service catering at landmark locations), and Gourmetro Catering... Read More →


Tuesday March 28, 2017 4:20pm - 4:30pm PDT
Room N112 Las Vegas Convention Center

4:30pm PDT

Movie Screening: Bartender at Large

On September 26th, 2015, Erick Castro and his crew drove over 4,600 miles across the western USA and hung out with bartenders everywhere they went. Along the way, they documented the craft cocktail scene in places that are too often overlooked. They went to these places to not only shine a spotlight on the bartenders there, but also to talk them about their thoughts & their careers behind the bar.

The results of these travels have been compiled into a documentary titled, Bartender at Large. They did this all without the help of any sponsors, solely to ensure that they maintained full creative control and did not have to compromise the final product. 

They hit 11 cities in 5 weeks, with countless bars, breweries, and distilleries thrown into the mix.

Enjoy fresh popped popcorn and samples of Lot 40 cocktails!

Don't miss this special NCB feature of Bartender at Large


Speakers
avatar for Erick Castro

Erick Castro

Founder, Possessed by Spirits
Erick Castro initially built his cocktail empire at San Francisco's Rickhouse and Bourbon & Branch by searching for obscure recipes, methods and ingredients that originated prior to Prohibition. The bartending behemoth has created unique beverage programs that have earned... Read More →



Tuesday March 28, 2017 4:30pm - 5:30pm PDT
Room N112 Las Vegas Convention Center
 
Wednesday, March 29
 

11:00am PDT

KEYNOTE: 6 Tips to Grow Your Business, Maximize Profits & Find Your Passion

Taking your nightclub or bar to the next level can be tough, but serial entrepreneur and best-selling author Kris Jones will offer proven tips to not only grow your business, but maximize profits and help you find your passion along the way. Jones argues that the key to success in business is to find out what works and then replicate and scale it. In drawing parallels between business and life Jones will be sure to awaken your giant within.



Speakers
avatar for Kris Jones

Kris Jones

Serial Entrepreneur, Angel Investor, & Best-Selling Author
Kris is a serial entrepreneur, angel investor, best-selling author, and accomplished public speaker. In 1999, Kris founded Pepperjam, a full-service internet marketing agency and affiliate network which was recognized by Inc. Magazine as one of the fastest growing companies in America... Read More →



Wednesday March 29, 2017 11:00am - 11:45am PDT
Room N112 Las Vegas Convention Center
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