Metafoodx CEO Joins 2026 Chef Culinary Conference Technology Panel

Metafoodx is proud to announce that Fengmin Gong will join the Technology Panel at the Leadership Symposium during the Chef Culinary Conference 2026, taking place at University of Massachusetts Amherst on June 10. This highly anticipated panel will explore how technology is transforming foodservice operations, with a focus on innovation, efficiency, and sustainability in campus dining.

Technology Panel Lineup

The session will be moderated by Rafi Taherian of Brailsford & Dunlavey and will feature an accomplished group of industry leaders, including:

• Johann Leitner of Touchwork

• Mikko Jaatinen of JAMIX Oy

• Brian Crapo of Nutrislice

Together, the panel will discuss the evolving role of data, automation, and AI in modern kitchen operations and how foodservice leaders can adapt to meet changing expectations.

Metafoodx at the Chef Culinary Conference

In addition to participating in the panel, Metafoodx is proud to be a sponsor of the conference. The event, held annually at UMass Amherst, brings together leaders in higher education dining for a week of expert-led sessions, culinary demonstrations, hands-on workshops, and previews of emerging foodservice innovations. The mission of the conference is to advance campus dining by promoting healthy, sustainable, and globally inspired food experiences. It serves as a collaborative environment where chefs, operators, and technology partners come together to share insights and shape the future of foodservice.

About the Chef Culinary Conference

The Chef Culinary Conference is designed to provide college and university dining professionals with education, hands-on training, and strategic insights. Attendees engage directly with leading chefs, food scientists, and operators to explore best practices in nutrition, sustainability, and operational excellence. Each year, the conference focuses on advancing the campus dining segment through innovative approaches to healthy eating, culturally driven menus, and globally inspired culinary techniques.

Why Metafoodx Stands Out

Metafoodx is a real-time Food Operations Intelligence Platform built to bring clarity and control to commercial kitchens and foodservice operations. Unlike traditional kitchen management systems, Metafoodx focuses on what is actually happening in the kitchen, not just what is planned or purchased.

With Metafoodx, operators can:

• Gain real-time visibility into food production, consumption, and waste

• Improve production planning with accurate, data-driven insights

• Reduce food waste and control costs

• Enhance sustainability and operational efficiency across locations

By turning kitchen activity into actionable intelligence, Metafoodx empowers teams to make smarter, faster decisions that improve both performance and guest satisfaction.

Join Us

If you are attending the Chef Culinary Conference 2026, don’t miss the opportunity to hear from Fengmin Gong and other industry leaders on the Technology Panel. To learn more about how Metafoodx can transform your foodservice operations, book a demo today and discover how real-time data can drive measurable results.