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Pizza Expo Columbus 2026

Trade-orientedMid-sizeIn-personRegional draw
📅 11 October 2026 – 12 October 📍 Greater Columbus Convention Center, Columbus, US ↗ 🏢 Pizza Today Magazine and International Pizza Expo 🔁 annual

Pizza Expo Columbus is a leading B2B trade show and networking event tailored for pizzeria owners, independent operators, restaurant managers, and foodservice distributors.

Attendees: Pizzeria owners, independent operators, foodservice distributors, and restaurant managers.

Exhibitor mix: Exhibitors are grouped by product categories such as Cheese, Ingredients, Equipment, Distributors, Business Operations Systems, and Supplies.

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Venue

Greater Columbus Convention Center

Convention centre · 42,456 m² · 4 halls · ~7,200 people

A 1.8-million-square-foot facility in downtown Columbus, Ohio, featuring 373,000 square feet of contiguous exhibit space, 114,000 square feet of ballroom space (including the 74,000-sq-ft Battelle Grand Ballroom), and 75 meeting rooms. Renovation completed 2017.

📍 400 N High St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA

Operated by ASM Global

35 events tracked at this venue → Venue website ↗

Organizer

Emerald Expositions

Public · New York, United States · Founded 2013

Operator of business-to-business trade shows, conferences, and digital commerce solutions across multiple industries.

Runs 95 events → LinkedIn ↗ Full portfolio ↗

Why people attend

Buyers attend to discover the latest products and ingredients, source new technology and equipment, attend educational seminars, and connect directly with nationwide suppliers.

Exhibitor categories

Ingredients & ToppingsDistributorsPizza Ovens & Kitchen EquipmentBeverageBusiness Operations Systems

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Speakers

18 speakers at Pizza Expo Columbus

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Scott Wiener

President · Scott's Pizza Tours & Slice Out Hunger

"S04 Trends Watch"

pizza industry trendsfood industry trends

Also speaking at London Build Expo, International Pizza Expo, International Pizza Expo

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Nick Bogacz

President · Caliente Pizza & Draft House

"S01 Combating Rising Food Costs"

food costsrestaurant financepizzeria management

Also speaking at International Pizza Expo, International Pizza Expo

R

Rocky Shanower

Owner · Park St Pizza | Bahler Street | Dola Jean's

"S02 Enchancing the Guest Experience"

guest experiencecustomer servicerestaurant operations
P

"S03 Why Pizzerias Fail"

pizzeria businessbusiness failurerestaurant strategy

Also speaking at International Pizza Expo, International Pizza Expo

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Michael Androw

Owner · E&D Pizza Company

"W01 You Want to Open a Pizza Restaurant? ($250)"

Bio

Dreaming of opening your own pizzeria from scratch? Michael Androw has been there, done that, and lived to tell the tale. This workshop is your crash course in everything from site selection and lease negotiations to zoning laws and start-up marketing. But it’s not just about the nuts and bolts — it’s about the blood, sweat, and tears (and maybe a few sleepless nights) that come with building your dream. Michael’s insights could be the difference between success and heartbreak. If you’re ready to take the plunge, this session is a must.

pizzeria startuprestaurant marketingbusiness operations

Also speaking at International Pizza Expo, International Pizza Expo

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Will Grant

Master Pizzaiolo · Sourdough Willy's Pizzeria

"W04 Making Dough and Pizzas with Master Instructor Will Grant ($250)"

Bio

Will Grant, a.k.a. Sourdough Willy, is the top sourdough competitive chef in the World and the first Non-Italian Master Pizzaiolo Instructor in the USA. His newest concept — Sourdough Willy's Pizzeria in Kingston, Washington — serves six styles of pizza made from his family’s ancient sourdough. He operates the PNW School of Pizza at both restaurants, sharing his love for sourdough and pizza through classes and consulting. Here, he’ll walk you through his process for making truly great pizza dough as well as several different pizzas. He will focus on the history of pizza, the future of pizza through American-style pizza as well as Italian-style pizza.

dough makingsourdough pizzapizza history

Also speaking at International Pizza Expo, International Pizza Expo

B
pizza businessrestaurant management
E

Eric Redfield

Camporosso

pizza businesswood-fired pizza

Also speaking at International Pizza Expo, International Pizza Expo

E

Eric von Hansen

Director of Operations · Caliente pizza and draft house

pizza operationsrestaurant management
F
pizza businesspizza making

Also speaking at International Pizza Expo, International Pizza Expo

J

John Gutekanst

Owner/ Operator · Avalanche Pizza

pizza businessbakery operations
J

Junnie Lai

Food Product Innovator · Global Cuisine Consulting

food innovationculinary consulting

Also speaking at International Pizza Expo, International Pizza Expo

M

Mike Bausch

Owner · Unsliced & Andolini's Worldwide

pizza businessrestaurant growth

Also speaking at California Restaurant Show, International Pizza Expo, International Pizza Expo

V

"S07 Analyzing Costs to Setup Growth"

cost analysisbusiness growthfinancial planning
F

Francesco Marra

CO-Founder & Principal · Pizza University & Culinary Arts

"D04 Contemporary Italian Pizza: From Neapolitan to Classica"

Italian pizzaNeapolitanpizza styles

Also speaking at International Pizza Expo, International Pizza Expo

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"D04 Contemporary Italian Pizza: From Neapolitan to Classica"

Bio

"Widely considered one of the most influential pizza makers of the world, came to America in 2010 and launched many successful business like Olio e Piu’ (2010), Forcella (2011), Neapolitan Express (2014), Pizzacake (2020), Rosie Pizza Bar (2021), Slice and Pie (2022) and Lucy Bar (2022). His accolades are numerous including 5 World Pizza Championship, Time Out Best pizza of New York 2012, Guinness World record Longest Pizza 2017 (1.3 miles), and a constant presence in 50 Top Pizza annual list (www.50toppizza.it) Lately his pizzeria Slice&Pie was voted 2nd Best NY style in USA and top100 in the world"

Also speaking at International Pizza Expo, International Pizza Expo

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Frequently asked questions

When is Pizza Expo Columbus?+
Pizza Expo Columbus takes place on 11 October 2026 to 12 October 2026.
Where is Pizza Expo Columbus held?+
Pizza Expo Columbus is held at Greater Columbus Convention Center, Columbus, US.
Who organises Pizza Expo Columbus?+
Pizza Expo Columbus is organised by Pizza Today Magazine and International Pizza Expo.
How often is Pizza Expo Columbus held?+
Pizza Expo Columbus is held annual.

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