31 AUG - 3 SEP 2026 | Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
Described as one of the hotel industry’s true stalwarts, Chris has grown up in a family-owned hospitality business. Having worked in virtually every role from cellarman to duty manager, his experience and insights of operation are harnessed by his drive to continually innovate the customer experience. A visionary, Chris holds
Ravi Madhavan is a seasoned Technology and Operations executive with over 20 years of international experience applying technology to drive business outcomes. As Quantaco’s CTO, he spearheads the implementation of cutting-edge software solutions that deliver invaluable data-driven insights, transforming the hospitality industry. Throughout his career, Ravi has held leadership roles
Anthony is the CEO of Quantaco, a technology-enabled business dedicated to empowering the hospitality industry. Under his leadership, Quantaco has grown to a team of over 370 professionals worldwide, delivering integrated solutions in technology, accounting services and capital advisory. Since acquiring and rebranding Quantaco in 2019, Anthony has driven its
Experienced Executive Chef/ Consultant with a demonstrated history of working in the hospitality industry in all departments and training the future of our industry. 2019 Chef of the Year Northern Territory & twice National finalist, DTBI Training winner. Multiple awards over many years. Chef, judge, trainer, mentor.
As the Co-Founder and CEO of Clipboard Hospitality, I lead a centralised hub that connects, supports, and lifts the professionalism of the global hospitality industry. With over 20 years of experience in hospitality and 10 years of experience in setting up and managing businesses, I have a deep understanding of
CEO of House of Pocket group, President of NSW’s Independent Bar Association as well as Vice President of YCK Laneways, Karl Schlothauer decades of hospitality experience under his belt. He set up Pocket Group Pty Ltd with a partner in 2009, which is responsible for Pocket Bar. Then came Stitch
Head of ERP Practice at Sage, Gareth Moore has over 15 years of experience advising distribution and manufacturing businesses on tailored technology solutions. Gareth specialises in helping companies navigate digital transformations by recommending the right ERP systems to drive efficiency and growth. Gareth’s deep industry knowledge and collaborative approach enable
With over 12 years of foodservice experience, Mel Van Wyk is currently the National Key Account Manager at Unilever Food Solutions ANZ. She is highly regarded for her deep understanding of industry, customer needs, and emerging trends, enabling her to drive effective business results and uphold the highest reputation amongst
Dan Hong has worked in some of the most prestigious restaurants in Australia. He began his career in the kitchen of his family’s Vietnamese restaurant chain, Thanh Binh, in Sydney. Then went on to develop his culinary skills at an elite list of Sydney restaurants including Longrain and Marque, where
John Reed is a director and shareholder at LPC, where he advises the leadership team on strategies to help commercial tenants turn their lease portfolios into a driver of business success. His property experience includes leading property service organisations and consulting to clients on complex leasing and property management requirements.
