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Oyster Educators Summit

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The Oyster Educators Summit, the flagship event of the Oyster Master Guild, is designed for business leaders and hospitality professionals dedicated to developing oyster specialization. This summit goes beyond passion—it’s about business growth, operational excellence, and triple bottom-line results.

Attendees gain actionable insights through expert presentations and focused discussions, exploring innovative strategies that can increase revenue, improve staff training, and enhance the guest experience. From sourcing to service, the Summit covers the entire supply chain, offering a platform for practical learning and professional development.

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Purpose and Program

Oyster Educators Summit Welcome Remarks
Parallels in the Wine Business and Oyster Business Keynote with Ben Gustin

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Panel Discussions

The Evolution of Oyster Shuckers in Hospitality
Making Oyster Programs Work
The Future of Oyster Stewardship

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Presentations

How to Open Doors While Opening Oysters with Gardner Douglas
Cultivating Oyster Educators with Jeremy Benson
Redefining Oyster Culture in Philadelphia with Gary McCready
Savoring Maine with Virginia Shaffer
Oyster Appellations of South Puget Sound with Lucas Aguiar

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Workshops

Bottom-Planted V.S. Surface-Culture Oysters with Chris Sherman
Oyster Service Excellence with Patrick McMurray
Oyster Sensory Skills with Julie Qiu

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