In this keynote fireside chat, Elizabeth Blau '95 and Jason Lapin '90, will come together to explore the current and future trajectories of the restaurant industry. Blau, founder and CEO of Blau & Associates, a distinguished global hospitality consultancy, is celebrated for opening a series of acclaimed restaurants, establishing The WomenÕs Hospitality Initiative, and providing consultancy services for Wynn Resorts developing restaurants across global properties.

Lapin, in his role as President and COO of Blau & Associates, joins Blau in managing high-profile client projects, developing innovative restaurant concepts, and implementing marketing and operation strategy. Blau and Lapin will share valuable insights on the dynamic landscape of the restaurant industry, exemplified by successful ventures such as the recently opened Crown Block Dallas in Reunion Tower.