Expo: April 13-15, 2027 
Education: April 11-15, 2027 
Las Vegas Convention Center

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Melinda Carbajal

Melinda Carbajal

CEOSimply Pizza
"Melinda Carbajal is the Managing Member and CEO of Simply Pizza, a unique woodfired, mobile, and hybrid restaurant business. With a background in government and education, Melinda has carved out a niche in the food industry, leveraging her extensive knowledge of systems, grants, and nonprofit management to drive her business forward in innovative ways. As a dedicated mother of five, Melinda balances her entrepreneurial endeavors with an active role in her community. She serves on five nonprofit boards and holds an elected position in her city, reflecting her commitment to community engagement and service. Melinda thrives on building programs, navigating complex systems, and making a positive impact. Her journey from the realms of government and education to the culinary world is a testament to her adaptability and passion for serving others."
Mon Mar 231:30 PM – 2:30 PMW221

S02 Licensing & Government Policy

 Besides yourself, governmental agencies are the only entities that can directly impact your business. This seminar will delve into effective ways to … Besides yourself, governmental agencies are the only entities that can directly impact your business. This seminar will delve into effective ways to ensure that you control your company’s narrative. How do you navigate the system? Let’s explore ways… Besides yourself, governmental agencies are the only entities that can directly impact your business. This seminar will delve into effective ways to ensure that you control your company’s narrative. How do you navigate the system? Let’s explore ways to overcome the boundaries of licensing so that you can innovate and excel.  Besides yourself, governmental agencies are the only entities that can directly impact your business. This seminar will delve into effective ways to ensure that you control your company’s narrative. How do you navigate the system? Let’s explore ways to overcome the boundaries of licensing so that you can innovate and excel. Show MoreClick the title to see all details

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Melinda Carbajal
Melinda CarbajalCEO, Simply Pizza
Capacity Unlimited:No
Tue Mar 249:30 AM – 10:30 AMW210

S09 Collaboration Workshop

 In a first of its kind free peer-to-peer workshop, collaboration and participation is the name of the game! With Melinda Carbajal as your host, atten… In a first of its kind free peer-to-peer workshop, collaboration and participation is the name of the game! With Melinda Carbajal as your host, attendees will put on their thinking hats and build capacity through shared experiences. Working collecti… In a first of its kind free peer-to-peer workshop, collaboration and participation is the name of the game! With Melinda Carbajal as your host, attendees will put on their thinking hats and build capacity through shared experiences. Working collectively, participants will share and design ways to improve their businesses by utilizing each other’s successes and struggles. Round table topics will include topics such as staffing, inflation/procurem… In a first of its kind free peer-to-peer workshop, collaboration and participation is the name of the game! With Melinda Carbajal as your host, attendees will put on their thinking hats and build capacity through shared experiences. Working collectively, participants will share and design ways to improve their businesses by utilizing each other’s successes and struggles. Round table topics will include topics such as staffing, inflation/procurement, licensing, diverse revenue streams, funding, you name it (literally!). This is brainstorming at its finest and YOU will help drive the discussion. Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More

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Melinda Carbajal
Melinda CarbajalCEO, Simply Pizza
Capacity Unlimited:No
Wed Mar 252:30 PM – 3:30 PMW221

S35 Food Truck Life

Are you cut out for the food truck life? It’s tough sledding in the beginning, but it can lead to great rewards if you operate diligently and find a n…Are you cut out for the food truck life? It’s tough sledding in the beginning, but it can lead to great rewards if you operate diligently and find a niche in your market. Listen in as Melinda Carbajal — a successful pizza trucker — leads a session fi…Are you cut out for the food truck life? It’s tough sledding in the beginning, but it can lead to great rewards if you operate diligently and find a niche in your market. Listen in as Melinda Carbajal — a successful pizza trucker — leads a session filled with accomplished food truck operators with impressive track records. Are you cut out for the food truck life? It’s tough sledding in the beginning, but it can lead to great rewards if you operate diligently and find a niche in your market. Listen in as Melinda Carbajal — a successful pizza trucker — leads a session filled with accomplished food truck operators with impressive track records. Show MoreClick the title to see all details

SeminarSession Track
Melinda Carbajal
Melinda CarbajalCEO, Simply Pizza
Capacity Unlimited:No
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