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Shape the Future of Foodservice: Join EHL’s Global Innovation Study

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Help Shape the Future of Food Service Innovation

Join a groundbreaking global research study led by EHL Hospitality Business School

Survey now open · 2,000+ participants · All food service segments

 

 

Join EHL’s Groundbreaking Innovation Study to Lead the Future of Foodservice

 

About the Study

This research is conducted by EHL Hospitality Business School in Lausanne, Switzerland, and includes over 2,000 professionals across 30 countries. Your insights will contribute to one of the largest innovation studies in the food service sector to date.

When talking about commercial food services, we are including but not limited to: Restaurants (fine dining, casual, hotel, pop-up, quick-service, and fast food), Cafes,Bars and Pubs, Catering and Event Services, Food Trucks Carts or Stalls, Takeout and Delivery Services, Online Food Delivery, Entertainment and Recreation Venues, Cruise and Air Travel

 

Who is Included

We define commercial foodservice broadly, including but not limited to:

  • Restaurants (fine dining, casual, pop-up, quick-service, and fast food)
  • Hotels
  • Cafés, bars, pubs, and coffee chains
  • Catering and event services
  • Food trucks, carts, and market stalls
  • Takeout and delivery services (including ghost kitchens)
  • Online and platform-based food delivery operations
  • Entertainment and recreation venues (theme parks, stadiums, museums)
  • Cruise lines, airline catering, and other travel-related dining

 

What's in It for You

By participating, you'll receive:

  • Exclusive executive report with actionable innovation strategies 
  • Benchmarking insights to compare your practices with industry leaders
  • Early access to emerging trends before they become mainstream
  • Networking opportunities with fellow innovators at our 2025 results presentation

 

Who Should Participate

We’re inviting professionals across all roles in commercial foodservice, including:

  • Senior Leaders: Owners, Founders, CEOs, General Managers
  • Operations Experts: FOH/BOH Managers, Executive Chefs
  • Innovation Specialists: Innovation Officers, Sustainability Leaders

Whether you're leading a restaurant, managing travel dining operations, or driving change through tech or sustainability—your perspective is vital.

 

Quick Facts

  • Time Required: Just 8–10 minutes
  • Deadline: Survey closes June 15th
  • Confidential: Responses are anonymous and analyzed in aggregate
  • Flexible: Start now, finish later (your progress is saved)
  • Languages Available: English, French, German, Japanese, Mandarin, Thai, Spanish

 

Have questions?

Contact Prof. Carlos Martin-Rios for more information.