In a world overflowing with information, success isn't about chasing the next big thing -- it's about connecting to what matters most to your restaurant. At MURTEC Connect 2026 we bring the complete restaurant technology ecosystem into focus to help restaurant brands, franchisees, tech innovators and growth-minded business leaders find solutions.

MURTEC is where ideas turn into action.

MURTEC Connect 2026 is engineered to maximize your time, capture clear insights from top experts, and hit the exhibit hall for business-building connections.

Hear Real-World Case Studies & Results

This year's program is packed with brand success stories. We're not talking about what could be possible in the future. We're arming you with ideas and examples to help you tackle your current challenges. 

 

Tour the Solution-Rich Exhibit Hall
MURTEC's exhibit hall is packed with innovation. Join curated tours that take you straight to the technologies and partners that align with your strategy.
 

1:1 Curated Matchmaking
No small talk, just smart talk. Engage in tailored meetings with peers and providers who match your goals and accelerate your next move.
 

Sol Rashidi's Super Power: making AI scalable and practical, while preserving the performance of your business and your workforce. 

Speaking at MURTEC on Tuesday, March 10.

Sol Rashidi: The AI Leader Who Delivers Results

Learn from one of the most respected voices in AI today. As the world’s first Chief AI Officer, a Fortune 100 executive, and the mind behind 200+ enterprise AI deployments, Sol Rashidi turns AI ambition into measurable business impact at scale.

What Sets Sol Apart:

  • Top 10 LinkedIn Female Influencer

  • Top 50 Women in Tech

  • 10+ Patented AI Frameworks Used in Enterprises Today

  • Top 10 Global Women in AI & Data

This is not theory. This is AI that works—built to drive ROI, strengthen teams, and move organizations from experimentation to execution.

YOUR CHECKLIST FOR MUST-SEE SESSIONS:

- Learn How to Negotiate Better Relationships with Your Vendors

- Hear About Autonomous Operations in Action 

- Join the RTN Tech Standards Lab & Finally Fix Your Friction

- Get a Gut Check from C-Suite Leaders on What Matters Most

- Make Your Kitchen Smarter &  More Efficient with AI

- Prepare for Loyalty's New Battleground: Payments

The Future Isn't Waiting, and Neither Should You

Experience the AI Summit at MURTEC, a 1-day high-impact program built to help non-technical C-Suite leaders and their IT counterparts align on their AI strategy, quickly. 

We'll cut through noise to provide the critical foundational education necessary for the C-suite to confidently move from reactive decisions to intentional AI strategy.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Non-technical restaurant leaders ready to move from uncertainty to strategy.

Restaurant technologists ready to partner with leadership and accelerate decisions.

WHEN & WHERE
Wed., March 11th
8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Caesars Palace, Las Vegas

(MURTEC Day 3)

ACCESS
AI Summit can be included in your MURTEC  pass at no extra cost, but pre-registration is required. 1-Day AI Summit at MURTEC passes are also available.

Solution providers must be sponsors to participate.

Don't just wander the hall—explore with intent. Our curated tours are designed for the busy leader. Seamlessly integrated into the event schedule, they help you maximize your time on the floor and get an insider’s look at the emerging tools and platforms defining the future of the industry.

  • Time-Efficient: 30 minute guided tours scheduled during networking breaks.

  • Tailored to You: Join one, two, or all three tracks based on your interests.

Full tour schedule coming soon to help you plan your experience.

Honoring Hospitality's Top Women & Rising Stars in Restaurant Technology 

After the work day ends, the real conversations begin.

The After Party.

MURTEC's official After Party - "Electric Connections" - is the must attend networking function. Forget typical after-parties. This is where the industry’s most influential tech community unwinds under neon lights.
 

When: Tuesday March 10, 2026 | 9:00PM - 11:00PM 
Where: Caesar's Palace | Victoria Room
Inside Scoop: Bring your energy. Entertainment provided.


Space is limited! RSVP to secure your spot!  

A Place to Connect, Recharge & Refuel

MURTEC Connections Café & Swag Shop is a gathering space located in the Expo Hall designed to make connection easy, while also offering exclusive event swag worth stopping for.

Proudly Sponsored By

Start-Up Alley: Innovation at the Heart of MURTEC

Application Deadline: January 16, 2026

Celebrating 31 Years of Restaurant Innovation:
Transforming experiences, empowering teams, and shaping the future of our industry!