Expo: April 13-15, 2027 
Education: April 11-15, 2027 
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Melissa Rickman

Melissa Rickman

Founder/ CEOWholly Stromboli
Melissa Rickman is the co-founder of Wholly Stromboli, an award-winning East Coast-style Italian eatery in Fort Lupton, Colorado. A Jersey native with a passion for bold flavors and people-first leadership, Melissa has grown her brand into a local institution—complete with a 1920s-style speakeasy, thriving catering program, and a 1st Place win at the International Pizza Expo. A frequent speaker at industry events like Pizza Expo and Restaurant Leadership Conference, she’s known for her real-talk approach to scaling independent restaurants, building strong teams, and delivering unforgettable guest experiences—with a little East Coast sass.
Tue Mar 244:00 PM – 5:00 PMW216

S22 AI: The Business Coach You Never Had

 Unlock the power of artificial intelligence! Join Melissa Rickman and learn how AI can streamline operations, boost profits and revolutionize the way… Unlock the power of artificial intelligence! Join Melissa Rickman and learn how AI can streamline operations, boost profits and revolutionize the way you run your pizzeria. Learn to work smarter, not harder, with cutting-edge tools and insights that… Unlock the power of artificial intelligence! Join Melissa Rickman and learn how AI can streamline operations, boost profits and revolutionize the way you run your pizzeria. Learn to work smarter, not harder, with cutting-edge tools and insights that directly impact your bottom line.  Unlock the power of artificial intelligence! Join Melissa Rickman and learn how AI can streamline operations, boost profits and revolutionize the way you run your pizzeria. Learn to work smarter, not harder, with cutting-edge tools and insights that directly impact your bottom line. Show MoreClick the title to see all details

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Melissa Rickman
Melissa RickmanFounder/ CEO, Wholly Stromboli
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Wed Mar 259:30 AM – 10:30 AMW225

S29 Understanding Your Bar Business Numbers

 If you’re selling beer, wine and/or cocktails, your bar business numbers are critical to the health and overall success of your pizzeria. Knowing the… If you’re selling beer, wine and/or cocktails, your bar business numbers are critical to the health and overall success of your pizzeria. Knowing these numbers inside and out will help you run your business more efficiently and more profitably. Sit … If you’re selling beer, wine and/or cocktails, your bar business numbers are critical to the health and overall success of your pizzeria. Knowing these numbers inside and out will help you run your business more efficiently and more profitably. Sit in on this session as Melissa Rickman walks you through key metrics and how they impact your business.  If you’re selling beer, wine and/or cocktails, your bar business numbers are critical to the health and overall success of your pizzeria. Knowing these numbers inside and out will help you run your business more efficiently and more profitably. Sit in on this session as Melissa Rickman walks you through key metrics and how they impact your business. Show MoreClick the title to see all details

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Melissa Rickman
Melissa RickmanFounder/ CEO, Wholly Stromboli
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