Sunday, October 26
5:00 – 7:00 pm | Welcome Party – The Otesaga Resort Hotel – East Veranda
Hors’ d’oeuvres, open bar and connecting with old and new friends
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Monday, October 27
Morning | Breakfast, Vendor visits
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Workshop: From Chaos to Clarity – Streamlining Hospitality Operations for Profit and Sanity | Presented by Kasey Anton, Owner, Spark Business
This session is all about getting out of the weeds. We’ll unpack where most operators waste time, money and energy – and how to clean up your systems for smoother, more profitable days. This is a workshop for those ready to stop firefighting and start building a business that actually supports their life. Attendees will leave with a simple action plan to implement immediately.
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Keynote Session: Leading with the Right Mindset: Manager vs. Leader vs. Coach | Presented by Jason Brooks, Founder of HospiVation, LLC
Too many leadership teams stall because they’re stuck in the wrong role—or worse, they don’t realize they’re defaulting to the wrong mindset. In today’s high-pressure environment, simply managing tasks isn’t enough. To truly drive results, leaders must understand when to manage for consistency, when to lead with vision, and when to coach for growth.
This session delivers a clear and practical breakdown of the three essential leadership mindsets—Managing, Leading, and Coaching—so attendees can stop defaulting and start deciding. We’ll explore how each mindset affects team engagement, performance, and accountability, and how to shift gears in real time.
Attendees will walk away with:
- A mindset reset that redefines what effective leadership looks like.
- Real-world tools: a Mindset Check-in Sheet, Delegation Matrix, and 1-on-1 Coaching Guide.
- A clear understanding of how to build trust, drive clarity, and create ownership by applying the right mindset in the right moment.
Expect practical examples, personal reflection, and fast-action takeaways that managers and multi-unit leaders can implement the very next day. Whether you’re preparing high-potentials for promotion or helping veteran leaders evolve, this session makes the invisible work of leadership visible—and executable.
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Crafted in Cooperstown, a three stop tour of local food & drink producers including Cooperstown Distillery, Fly Creek Cider Mill & Orchard, and Ommegang Brewery. Transportation included!
More programming to be announced soon!