I remember my first Pizza Expo vividly. It was March of 2001. I had not been with Pizza Today very long and it was my first visit to Las Vegas. I was excited to see the city and its world-famous lights and theatrics, but I wasn’t adequately prepared for just how gripping Pizza Expo would be. I was astonished.
At the time, it was the largest Pizza Expo to date. I couldn’t believe just how big, busy, interactive and fun it was!
Jeremy White, Editor in Chief, Pizza Today Magazine
Fast forward two decades later and the show is even bigger and better. Every year I see first timers walk in and watch their jaws drop in amazement. Show Director Bill Oakley has done an amazing job of growing Pizza Expo over the years. Each iteration of the show has something new and unique. It’s always extremely engaging.
I talk to pizzeria owners every day. Often we discuss Pizza Expo, and I always ask them this question: “What is your favorite thing about the show?” 90 percent of the time the answer is the camaraderie. I know it’s my favorite thing about Pizza Expo, hands down.
The people make the show.
The people who have planned and executed the event for decades — as well as the pizzeria owners who visit Expo and the companies who exhibit on the show floor — work together in harmony to make a triangle of pizza perfection. Just like when the sublimely baked dough, sauce and cheese come together on your favorite slice.
So hug old friends and make new ones this month when Pizza Expo steals the spotlight in Vegas. That’s what it’s all about.
Best,
Jeremy White
Editor In Chief
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