Wondering what makes RTN such a powerful community? 🌟 💡 Don’t miss this incredible video created by our RTN members, where they share their personal stories on why they choose to partner with us. From feeling like family ❤️ to having unwavering support as their companies thrive 📈, our members explain how RTN plays a vital role in their success. This is more than just business—it’s about building lasting relationships and achieving greatness together 💪. Tune in here 🎥 https://lnkd.in/gNziRs4s to see why being part of RTN is a game-changer! ✨ 🚀 Join us to share, connect, and thrive in a community that helps solve hard problems by working together. The Rosetta Stone for the restaurant technology industry is here, and we’d love to have you be part of it. #RTN #RestaurantTechnology #RestaurantTechnologyNetwork #Innovation #Networking #IndustryLeaders #Standards #TechConvergence #ThoughtLeadership Robert Peterson Matt Wampler Steven M. Elinson Russell Cotter (he/him/his) Scott Huetter Phil Fannin Tim Tang, CFE 🟦 Christopher Sebes Jake Simon Abigail Lorden Leonhard Tammy Hanson Shazia Ajani Robert Firpo-Cappiello Anna Wolfe Michal Christine Escobar Katherine Ware Noell Dimmig Amy Cochran Hospitality Technology
Restaurant Technology Network
Restaurants
Chicago, Illinois 10,783 followers
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About us
The Restaurant Technology Network (RTN) is a membership community solely dedicated to the restaurant technology industry. We’re bringing something fresh to restaurant operators and technology companies, with a community designed to shape industry standards and share technical guidance to help restaurateurs run successful businesses and better serve their customers.
- Website
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https://restauranttechnologynetwork.com/
External link for Restaurant Technology Network
- Industry
- Restaurants
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Chicago, Illinois
- Founded
- 2018
- Specialties
- restaurants, networking, workgroups, education, restaurant education, advanced education, certifications, restaurant technology, restaurant technology industry, restaurant hardware, restaurant software, restaurant mobile app, QSR, dining, franchise restaurant, and restaurant chain
Updates
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📣 We are thrilled to announce a new addition to our leadership! Please join us in 🎉 congratulating 🎉 Tom Seeker, CTO for Ziggi's Coffee, on his appointment to RTN's Board of Governors, composed of seasoned restaurant technology veterans who share a passion for innovation and steer the community by guiding on key issues to help restaurants succeed and better serve their customers. Tom has been an invaluable part of the RTN community since its inception. He has worked tirelessly to RTN shaping industry standards and create essential tools for restaurants, all while championing our core mission: to facilitate collaboration and innovation in restaurant technology. As a creative, forward-thinking, and results-driven technology executive with over 20 years of experience, Tom is a true innovation ambassador and problem-solver. We are confident that his strategic vision and leadership will be a huge asset to our board and our entire community. Welcome aboard, Tom! Meet all of RTN's Board of Governors here: https://lnkd.in/gSEU6RmF #RTN #Community #Networking #BoardOfGovernors #Leadership #RestaurantTechnology #Innovation #ZiggisCoffee #RestaurantIndustry Abigail Lorden Leonhard Tammy Hanson Robert Firpo-Cappiello Anna Wolfe Michal Christine Escobar Shazia Ajani
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🎉 Exciting news for our valued RTN members! Acumera, Inc. and Scale Computing have merged, with Acumera acquiring Scale Computing to form a unified entity under the Scale Computing brand. This collaboration brings together two prominent figures in edge computing, promising new avenues of innovation within our community. Join us at RTN's upcoming August Town Hall, where industry experts, including Richard Newman from Scale Computing, will engage in a candid discussion on the challenges and successes of scaling from 1 to over 3,000 locations. It's a unique opportunity to glean insights from seasoned professionals in the field. For more details on the acquisition, visit: https://lnkd.in/gcvVYQyN To secure your spot at RTN's Town Hall, register here: https://lnkd.in/g_TZS2Gw? We're eager to witness the accomplishments that await this new partnership. #RTN #Community #Networking #RestaurantTechnology #RTNTownHall #Acquisition #Partnership #ScaleComputing #Acumera #EdgeComputing Katie Clowers Brent Patrick Abigail Lorden Leonhard Tammy Hanson Robert Firpo-Cappiello Anna Wolfe Michal Christine Escobar Shazia Ajani Katherine Ware Hospitality Technology
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🎉 JOIN RTN's Upcoming Town Hall: Where Restaurants & Tech Meet. No Slides, Just Solutions 🎉 A no-holds-barred conversation with leading restaurant operators who are truly "living it." This isn't a typical webinar; it's a dynamic, interactive discussion designed to share real-world experiences and offer practical advice without the formality. ⏩Scaling Restaurant Tech: How to Get from One to 3,000+ 🗓️Tuesday, August 26, 2025 ⏱️2 - 3 PM Eastern WHO IS ON THE MIC... 🎤 Gil Brucken, Director, Restaurant Support, Flynn Group 🎤 Douglas Davis, Information Systems Coordinator, Monical Pizza Corporation 🎤 Douglas Hunter, Enterprise Project and Systems Manager, Amy's Drive Thru 🎤 Abdul Wahhab Khalid, CTO ClayHandi Restaurant 🎤 Richard Newman, Chief Strategy Officer, Acumera, Inc 🎤 Tim Tang, CFE, Director Business Technologists, Hughes 🎤 Tony Fernandez, Chief Executive Officer, MTech Mobility 🙌 AND YOU.... We'd love to have you be part of the audience and share your valuable insights! We'll be diving into key topics like: 🙋 Staffing for Growth: Addressing the universal struggle of finding and retaining talent, and fostering a strong work ethic in a competitive labor market. ⚖️ Balancing Tech & Budget: How to integrate essential technology for growth without becoming "top-heavy" with expenses. 💪 The Power of AI & Automation: Real-world applications of AI and automation to streamline operations and boost efficiency. 🏗️ Building a Scalable Growth Structure: Beyond the basics, what are the unique growth strategies for diverse restaurant businesses? 🖥️ Optimizing IT Support: Service desk, field, and hardware support strategies, including the value of doing it in-house versus outsourcing, looking at cost, service levels, and expectations. The restaurant industry is evolving faster than ever, and scaling smartly means more than just opening new locations. It's about mastering your technology, operations, and growth strategy without breaking the bank. Ready to master your growth strategy without breaking the bank? Register here ▶️https://lnkd.in/g_TZS2Gw #RTN #RestaurantTechnology #RTNTownHall #Networking #RTNCommunity Abigail Lorden Leonhard Tammy Hanson Robert Firpo-Cappiello Anna Wolfe Michal Christine Escobar Shazia Ajani Katherine Ware Noell Dimmig Hospitality Technology
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🎉 BIG NEWS for Restaurant & Retail Tech Experts! 🎉 RTN member, Realytics, a leader in AI-powered Consumer & Performance Analytics, is launching a BRAND NEW PARTNER PROGRAM and they're looking for YOU! Realytics is experiencing rapid growth, fresh off being recognized as: 🏆 Top 3 Retail Ops solution at NRF'25 APAC 🏆 Top 15 Startup at MURTEC 2025 🏆 Featured by Forrester This NEW program is designed to onboard high-quality channel partners and sales collaborators to accelerate Realytics' expansion across the café, restaurant, and retail analytics space. Are you an ideal partner? Realytics is seeking: ➡️ Ex-CMOs, Sales VPs, Strategy Consultants, or Agency Leaders. ➡️ Professionals with a proven track record selling tech/data/consulting services into offline or retail-first industries. ➡️ Individuals with strong C-level connections (20-50+) in QSRs, Retail, or Consumer segments. ➡️ Focus in the U.S., Europe, and Asia. Why join the Realytics Partner Program? 💼 Flexible Working Model: Choose from Lead Generation, Deal Support, or Full-Cycle Ownership. 🚀 Leverage Momentum: Partner with an innovative leader gaining significant industry recognition! If you're ready to translate your industry connections into real business opportunities with a cutting-edge AI leader, don't miss out on this exciting new program! Connect directly with Vinkal Chadha or learn more about Realytics and their Partner Program here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/ge9gc-9Z #RealyticsPartnerProgram #NewProgram #Realytics #RTN #RestaurantTechnology #RetailTechnology #SalesCollaboration #Partnerships #AI #Analytics #SalesPartners #ChannelPartners #RTNCommunity #MURTEC #MURTEC2025 #NRA #APAC Tony Popov Maria Nikitina Olga Andrushchenko Abigail Lorden Leonhard Tammy Hanson Robert Firpo-Cappiello Anna Wolfe Michal Christine Escobar Shazia Ajani Noell Dimmig Hospitality Technology
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🔍 See AI-Powered Security in Action! Exciting news for our network! RTN Member LVT (LiveView Technologies) is teaming up with the Axon Roadshow for an exclusive event in Naperville, IL, and you're invited! This is your chance to get a firsthand look at LVT's cutting-edge mobile security unit and witness AI-powered deterrence in action. Discover how these advanced technologies are truly changing the game in security. Event Details: 📆 August 7, 2025 | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM 🎯 1350 Aurora Ave, Naperville, IL 60540 Don't miss this opportunity to see the future of security up close. Register now to secure your spot! ➡️ https://lnkd.in/g5But63y #RTN #RestaurantTechnology #LVTMobileSecurity #AXONRoadshow #AIpoweredSecurity #SecuritySolutions #RTNMember #Innovation #NapervilleEvents #LiveViewTechnologies Valeri Tate Tyler Low Derek Boggs Dane Coles Tammy Hanson Katherine Ware Hospitality Technology
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Don't miss out! Take a moment to visit QSR Automations today at RetailNOW, booth 222. As a valued RTN Member, their partnership helps drive our mission forward. Let's show them our appreciation! #RTN #RestaurantTechnology #QSRAutomations #RetailNOW #RTNMember Julie Rudder Outhay Glass Brian Wayne Abigail Lorden Leonhard Tammy Hanson Robert Firpo-Cappiello Anna Wolfe Michal Christine Escobar Shazia Ajani Noell Dimmig Hospitality Technology
Have you been to booth #222 at RetailNOW yet? Be sure to visit Brandon and Venus to learn how you can build the right tech stack for your operation. #RSPA #RetailNOW #Tradeshows
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📽️ RTN Share Group: Back Of House Innovations Video Now Available! We recently held our members-only Back of House Innovations Share Group, where technology companies went beyond theory and dived into a "show and tell" experience, spotlighting new innovations and proven tech wins in today's dynamic kitchens. 💡 Attendees discovered how solution providers are enabling everything from smarter inventory and precise forecasting to streamlined procurement, enhanced food safety, and optimized prep tools. 💡 Our curated session featured expert presentations, real-world case studies, and short demos designed to give actionable insights to restaurant operators who are looking for new and improved tools. 👏 A HUGE THANK YOU to our speakers: Micky Barrera, National Account Manager Cox Business Brad Gularte, Senior Manager, Sales Engineering, Cox Business Paul Amestoy, Co-Founder, Kitchen Armor Brian Wayne, Vice President of Customer Success, QSR Automations Aaron Alexander, Solutions Engineer, Restaurant365 Tom Brown, Business Development Specialist, Rosnet Jared Neilsen, CTO, SynergySuite Kumeil Hosain Founder & CEO Xenia Watch the full video recording here: https://lnkd.in/gEDn_F-f #RTN #RestaurantTechnology #ShareGroup #BackOfHouse #Innovations #CoxBusiness #KitchenArmor #QSRAutomations #Restaurant365 #Rosnet #SynergySuite #Xenia Abigail Lorden Leonhard Tammy Hanson Robert Firpo-Cappiello Anna Wolfe Michal Christine Escobar Shazia Ajani Katherine Ware Noell Dimmig Amy Cochran Hospitality Technology
RTN Share Group: Back Of House Innovations
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🎉 TODAY IS THE DAY! 🎉 📩 YOU'RE INVITED IF YOU ARE.... 🥱 Tired of kitchen chaos and inefficient operations? 🫤 Ready to transform your back-of-house with cutting-edge technology and real-world solutions? Join us for the RTN Back Of House Automations Share Group TODAY (7/23) at 1 PM ET for an insightful discussion with a fantastic panel of industry leaders that includes:. 💡Micky Barrera, National Account Manager, Cox Business 💡Brad Gularte, Senior Manager, Sales Engineering, Cox Business 💡Paul Amestoy, Co-Founder, Kitchen Armor 💡Brian Wayne, Vice President of Customer Success QSR Automations 💡Aaron Alexander, Solutions Engineer, Restaurant365 💡Tom Brown, Business Development Specialist, Rosnet 💡Jared Neilsen, CTO, SynergySuite 💡Kumeil Hosain, Founder & CEO, Xenia 🙌 AND YOU....We'd love to have you be part of the audience and share your valuable insights. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gU9JdPHn #RTN #RestaurantTechnologyNetwork #ShareGroup #BackOfHouse #Automation #QSR #FoodService #Technology #Innovation #Solutions #Hospitality Abigail Lorden Leonhard Tammy Hanson Robert Firpo-Cappiello Anna Wolfe Michal Christine Escobar Shazia Ajani Katherine Ware Noell Dimmig Amy Cochran Hospitality Technology
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📩 YOU'RE INVITED IF YOU ARE.... 🥱 Tired of kitchen chaos and inefficient operations? 🫤 Ready to transform your back-of-house with cutting-edge technology and real-world solutions? Join us for the RTN Back Of House Automations Share Group THIS WEEK... 🗓️ Wednesday, July 23rd at 1 PM ET...for an insightful discussion with a fantastic panel of industry leaders that includes:. 💡Micky Barrera, National Account Manager, Cox Business 💡Brad Gularte, Senior Manager, Sales Engineering, Cox Business 💡Paul Amestoy, Co-Founder, Kitchen Armor 💡Brian Wayne, Vice President of Customer Success QSR Automations 💡Aaron Alexander, Solutions Engineer, Restaurant365 💡Rosnet 💡Jared Neilsen, CTO, SynergySuite 💡Kumeil Hosain, Founder & CEO, Xenia 🙌 AND YOU....We'd love to have you be part of the audience and share your valuable insights. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gU9JdPHn #RTN #RestaurantTechnologyNetwork #ShareGroup #BackOfHouse #Automation #QSR #FoodService #Technology #Innovation #Solutions #Hospitality Abigail Lorden Leonhard Tammy Hanson Robert Firpo-Cappiello Anna Wolfe Michal Christine Escobar Shazia Ajani Katherine Ware Noell Dimmig Amy Cochran Hospitality Technology