2026 JBF State of the Industry Report Virtual Town Hall

Join the James Beard Foundation for a presentation and town hall discussion around our 2026 Independent Restaurant Industry Report in collaboration with Deloitte. This interactive conversation, led by Dr. Anne McBride, Vice President of Impact, will explore key themes from the report, gather structured feedback, and invite attendees to share personal insights. We will be joined by three chef-owners, and together, we’ll take the pulse of the industry six months into the year and discuss what’s shaping the road ahead.