In a landscape crowded with culinary expos and foodservice summits, Revelry Agency’s FoodOvation Exchange stands apart—not because it’s louder, but because it’s smarter. This isn’t another trade show packed with booths and business cards. It’s a research driven, invitation-only exchange designed to spark the kind of collaboration that actually moves menus and the industry forward.
At its core, FoodOvation is built on a simple belief: collaboration works best when it’s intentional. Every detail of the experience, from the curated guest list to the immersive sessions, is crafted to inspire creativity, uncover insight, and turn conversation into action. Instead of roaming aisles of samples, suppliers and operators sit down for focused, one on-one culinary innovation sessions that lead to tangible outcomes.
Each Exchange brings together best-in-class food manufacturers and culinary leaders from the nation’s top restaurant brands—decision makers who come ready to explore what’s next. Over two immersive days, participants roll up their sleeves to shape menu
concepts that are craveable, feasible, and operationally viable. In 45-minute innovation sessions, they dig deep into challenges, test new ideas, and co-create solutions that can scale.
“FoodOvation was a wonderful experience, packed with opportunities for collaboration and idea sharing in a beautiful environment,” said Matt Breen of A&W Restaurants. “The one-on-one sessions gave us time to dive into details, exchange insights, and come away with actionable ideas.”
What truly sets FoodOvation apart is its emphasis on quality over quantity. Guided by operator research and menu intelligence from the Revelry Agency team, suppliers arrive prepared to speak directly to the needs of each operator. “Insights documents led to very targeted pre-work which led to an efficient and effective meeting,” said Eric Faulkner of Kraft Heinz. The result is meaningful conversations, sharper insights, and partnerships built on relevance, not chance.
“This was by far the best format for manufacturer and chain collaboration I have ever experienced,” said Sarah Chun of Sweet Street.
The impact doesn’t end when the final dish is cleared. Many participants leave with refined product strategies, new partnerships, and a clearer vision of what operators truly need to innovate effectively. It’s an experience that echoes well beyond the event, influencing menu development and business strategy for months to come.
As FoodOvation looks toward 2026, its mission remains steady: to continue building spaces where insight meets inspiration and where every exchange helps shape the future flavor of foodservice. Because when collaboration is guided by purpose and creativity, the possibilities are nothing short of delicious.
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