Speakers & Sessions

The Visionaries & Strategists

Join the leaders and world-class experts who are setting the course for the next chapter of Tropical Smoothie Cafe. Our Main Stage and Breakout Sessions feature a powerful line-up, blending strategic insight from Tropical Smoothie Cafe Leadership with world-class inspiration from renowned external speakers. You will gain practical, actionable strategies focused on operational excellence, innovation and growth, ensuring you leave Trop Fest inspired and ready to move the brand further, together.

Keynote Speaker: Daymond John

Wednesday, February 18
8:45 AM – 9:45 AM

An entrepreneur in every sense of the word, Daymond John has come a long way from taking out a $100,000 mortgage on his mother’s house and moving his business operation into its basement1. John is CEO and Founder of FUBU, a much-celebrated global lifestyle brand, and a pioneer in the fashion industry with billions in product sales world-wide2.

His marketing strategies and ability to build successful brands has made him a highly influential consultant and motivational speaker today3. His marketing firm The Shark Group offers advice on how to effectively communicate to consumers through innovative means and connects brands with the world’s top celebrities for everything from endorsements to product extensions4.

John is also an author of 6 best-selling books including his New York Times best-sellers, The Power of Broke (2016) and Rise and Grind (2018)5. Finally, John is celebrating his 17th season on ABC TV’s critically acclaimed business reality show Shark Tank, which has reinvigorated entrepreneurship around the world6. Most recently, Real Leaders Magazine ranked Daymond John one of the Top 20 Keynote Speakers in the World for 20247!

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain actionable insights on branding and growth — start getting excited now for a game-changing keynote that could redefine how you approach your business.

Breakout Sessions

Wednesday, February 18
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
2:15 PM – 3:15 PM
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Franchisee Track

• Financial Management with MetiRi
• Talent Flywheel
• Multi-Unit Management Panel
• Google Reviews & Guest Feedback