Day 2
Studio Three
May 15, 2025
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11:30 am
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12:00 pm

How BBQ Can Change the World: Lessons From the Pit for Business and Life

Dealers and grillmasters have a lot more in common than you might think (and yes, we will eat BBQ).

Session Panelists

About this session

What can brisket teach us about business? More than you think. From patience and preparation to heat management and teamwork, BBQ holds powerful lessons for building resilient cultures and thriving organizations.

This isn’t just about meat. It’s about mindset. Join this unexpected session for a refreshing take on leadership, legacy, and what it means to build something worth sharing.

What’s on the menu:

  • The power of prep and patience in leadership
  • Why “low and slow” can beat hustle culture
  • How community—and food—bring people together

Warning: You may leave hungry and inspired.

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