American Express Restaurant Trade Program

American Express is proud to present the 35th annual Restaurant Trade Program at the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen from Thursday, June 19th through Saturday, June 21st, 2025.

Developed by and for the professionals who shape the world of hospitality, the American Express Restaurant Trade Program brings together chefs, restaurant operators and leading industry professionals for a three-day program featuring intimate networking events and dynamic panel discussions with some of the industry’s brightest stars.

The American Express Restaurant Trade Program is an exclusive feature of the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen, and it provides attendees a forum to share strategies, discuss best practices, and exchange ideas for achieving growth and spurring innovation in the restaurant industry.

American Express is a global services company, providing customers with access to products, insights and experiences that enrich lives and help you build business success. American Express has supported efforts to enhance the growth of the restaurant industry for more than 40 years by creating and implementing programs designed to benefit restauranteurs. American Express also supports the restaurant community through sponsorships and commitments to a diverse range of industry organizations. Learn more at americanexpress.com and connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter and YouTube.

2025 SEMINAR SCHEDULE

FRIDAY, JUNE 20

T100: 10:00AM – 11:00PM | St. Regis Courtyard
The Art of the Pivot: How to Know When It’s Time to Make a Change
Panelists: Katie Button, Zach Pollack & Eli Sussman. Moderated by Chris Shepherd.

PT1: 11:00AM – 11:30AM | Wagner Park
Amex Private Trade Tasting

T200: 3:00PM – 4:00PM | St. Regis Courtyard
Lessons from the Line – What’s the Secret to Success?
Panelists: Sarah Grueneberg & Valerie Chang. Moderated by Andrew Zimmern.

SATURDAY, JUNE 21

T300: 10:00AM – 11:00AM | St.Regis Courtyard
Taking Care of Business by Taking Care of Your Team
Panelist: Josh Harris. Moderated by Andrew Zimmern.

PT2: 11:00AM – 11:30AM | Wagner Park
Amex Private Trade Tasting 2

SUNDAY, JUNE 22

PT3: 12:00AM – 12:30AM | Wagner Park
Amex Private Trade Tasting 3