31 AUG - 3 SEP 2026 | Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre

Talking Trends: Tech, Taste & Transformation coming in 2026

Sep 08 2025

2:45 PM - 3:30 PM

Join ARCA CEO Wes Lambert as he moderates Talking Trends; Tech, Taste & Transformation—a forward-looking panel diving into the major forces shaping restaurants and cafes in 2026 and beyond. From AI and automation to evolving diner expectations and the economics of hospitality, our expert panelists will unpack what’s next for venues across Australia.
This session is designed for owners, operators, suppliers and stakeholders looking to stay ahead of the curve on:

Emerging dining behaviour Game-changing tech for operations and guest experience

📈 Economic and regulatory shifts affecting hospitality
🤖 Workforce, IR & smart kitchens
🌿 Sustainability, supply chain and social impact

Whether you’re scaling, innovating, or adapting, Talking Trends; Tech, Taste & Transformation will give you the insight and edge to navigate what’s coming next.

Speakers

EVENT LOCATION
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Convention Centre Pl, South Wharf VIC 3006

EVENT DATE
Mon 31 Aug 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Tue 1 Sep 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Wed 2 Sep 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Thu 3 Sep 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY
We acknowledge the traditional owners and custodians of country throughout Australia and acknowledge their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We pay our respects to the people, the cultures and the elders past, present and emerging.

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