We are excited to announce that on May 22–23, 2024, at the USA Trade Tasting, Mark Braver, Director of Operations and Partner at The Fifty/50 Group, will be our speaker. Mark brings years of knowledge and skill to the stage, having worked in the hospitality sector for over 30 years.

Mark Braver brings 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry to The Fifty/50 Restaurant Group. Mark began his career in his hometown of State College, Pennsylvania, as a bartender, and he is proud of the fact that he has remained close with the people he cut his teeth with all those years ago. His management portfolio includes leadership positions at major hospitality groups in Chicago, Philadelphia, and New York City, including General Manager for 2 James Beard Award Winning Best Restaurateurs.

Mark has directed more than 30 restaurant openings from concept development through profitable operation. He is an expert in all areas of restaurant and bar operations, including financial forecasting, formulating business plans, and establishing proven operational systems with sustainability and profitability as cornerstones. He has extensive major market experience developing people and implementing food and beverage programs, training programs, operations, and human resources.

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Mark will offer his best strategies and concepts from years of experience. Mark's conference is a must-attend if you are wanting to improve your beverage program, streamline your business strategy, or improve restaurant operations.

This session is part of the USA Trade Tasting conference, which takes place on May 22 and 23 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The two-day conference pass is now available for purchase here. In addition, conference attendees will have access to the expo floor, master classes, sit-down tastings, and the opening-day cocktail party.