Below was the educational experience offered at the first annual Summit.
2018 Schedule of Events
Monday, November 12,2018
| Time | Description | Details |
| 5:30pm – 7:30pm Optional concert at 8pm |
Registration and "Welcome to Texas Y’all” Happy Hour Stubb's Bar-B-Q 801 Red River St. Austin, TX 78701 |
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Tuesday, November 13,2018
| Time | Description | Details |
| 8am | Bus Pick Up at Sheraton Hotel Departs for Host Cinema Moviehouse & Eatery 7415 Southwest Parkway Bldg 7, Austin, TX |
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| 8:30am | Breakfast and General Introductions | Sponsored by... |
| Tour at Host Cinema Theatre Design & Features Discussion Sponsored by... |
Sample Discussion Topics on Tour (will vary depending on cinema) include riser depth and height, line of site, server station design, flooring, lighting, bathroom and kitchen placement, ADA Rows, separate service entrances, food delivery path, kitchen layout | |
| Interactive Session Focus on Recliners |
Accessories - Tray table options, heated seats, USB chargers, ADA aids Ease of cleaning – flip up, popcorn valley, color, deep clean cycle Recliner Wire Management - AC power, wire management Automation – auto up for cleaning, smart motors Installation – complexity of installation, interchangeable pieces, rotation/life Code issues – fire, ADA, safety Lighting – pathway, task lighting, reflections |
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| Noon | Bus Departs for Lunch & Afternoon Sessions at Host Cinema The Spot Cinema Eatery & Social Haus 1180 Thorpe Lane, San Marcos, TX |
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| 12:30pm | Lunch | Sponsored by... |
| Tour at Host Cinema Theatre Design & Features Discussion Sponsored by...  |
Sample Discussion Topics on Tour (will vary depending on cinema) include riser depth and height, line of site, server station design, flooring, lighting, bathroom and kitchen placement, ADA Rows, separate service entrances, food delivery path, kitchen layout | |
| Interactive Session Service Models and Operations |
Building Design
Service Model
Service Techniques and Tips – upselling |
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| 6pm | Bus Departs to Evening Event The Broken Spoke 3201 South Lamar, Austin, TX 78704 |
Dinner & Social in Austin, TX Sponsored by...  |
| 8:30pm | Bus Departs to Sheraton Hotel | Sponsored by... |
Wednesday, November 14,2018
| Time | Description | Details |
| 8am | Bus Pick up at Hotel Departs for Host Cinema Flix Brewhouse 2200 South I35 Suite B1, Round Rock, TX 78681 |
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| 8:30am | Breakfast and Agenda Review at Host Cinema | Sponsored by...  |
| Tour at Host Cinema Theatre Design & Features Discussion Sponsored by... |
Sample Discussion Topics on Tour (will vary depending on cinema) include riser depth and height, line of site, server station design, flooring, lighting, bathroom and kitchen placement, ADA Rows, separate service entrances, food delivery path, kitchen layout | |
| Interactive Session Point of Sale and Theatre Management Systems and Information Technology |
All Things IT
All things POS – food and tickets
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| 12:30pm | Bus Departs for Afternoon Sessions at Host Cinema Sky Cinemas 13201 US 290, Dripping Springs, TX 78737 |
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| 1pm | Lunch | Sponsored by... |
| Tour at Host Cinema Theatre Design & Features Discussion Sponsored by...  |
Sample Discussion Topics on Tour (will vary depending on cinema) include riser depth and height, line of site, server station design, flooring, lighting, bathroom and kitchen placement, ADA Rows, separate service entrances, food delivery path, kitchen layout | |
| Interactive Session Marketing, Ticket Systems & Resellers, VIP & Loyalty Apps |
Pre-Show Marketing Location Selection Expansion - When? Make Your Theater Unique Data Targeting Customers to Increase Traffic and Revenue 3rd Party Partners (ie. Fandango, Atom Tickets, MoviePass) |
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| 5:30pm | Bus Departs to Evening Event Uncle Julios 301 Brazos Street, Austin, TX 78701 |
Dinner & Social in Austin, TX Sponsored by... |
| 8:30pm | Bus Departs to Sheraton Hotel | Sponsored by...  |