Bar & Restaurant Expo Names New 2027 Advisory Board
The 16-member board will shape programming for the event arriving in Las Vegas this coming March.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Food and Drink
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Local hospitality operators and event organizers are preparing for the 2027 Bar & Restaurant Expo, which has appointed its new 16-member advisory board to steer industry programming. These industry veterans will shape the upcoming educational sessions and attendee experiences scheduled for next spring.
Why it matters
The board formation signals a shift in focus toward independent operators within the valley's resort-heavy economy. Their influence on programming will dictate which industry trends and operational challenges get center stage during the expo.
The 2027 Bar & Restaurant Expo board features 16 hospitality industry members tasked with curating the event's educational programming. Further details on the specific speakers and show content remain to be announced in the coming months.
The players
James Trees
An industry member serving on the 2027 Bar & Restaurant Expo Advisory Board.
Nectaly Mendoza
A hospitality professional selected for the 2027 Bar & Restaurant Expo Advisory Board.
The details
The newly appointed advisory board includes industry members like James Trees and Nectaly Mendoza who will collaborate with the event team to design the expo experience. The group will prioritize insights relevant to independent operators to influence the programming for the three-day event. Attendees can expect further updates regarding the educational sessions and new experiences as the March 2027 event date approaches.
Timeline
October 21, 2026: Advisory board members announced.
March 22-24, 2027: Bar & Restaurant Expo to take place in Las Vegas.
Beyond the Strip
The appointment of this advisory board follows a documented trend at the Bar & Restaurant Expo of centering industry programming around the needs of independent operators. This cycle reinforces that precedent by specifically selecting board members to curate content for those smaller, non-resort businesses.
Local bar and restaurant operators should watch for upcoming announcements regarding speaker lineups and educational workshops in the coming months. These sessions will provide insight into the industry themes that will shape the local hospitality market for the 2027 season.
The takeaway
The board's formation marks the start of the planning cycle for the March 2027 gathering of hospitality professionals. Local operators should monitor the expo's official channels for the release of the final education program and speaker list.
Further reading
Find more updates on valley dining and hospitality events in the Food and Drink section.
More information
For more information on the board and the upcoming event, visit the Bar and Restaurant Expo information portal.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Manila times.
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