Dave Turner - Tabletop Evangelist, Industry Insider

Dave Turner

If you're looking for an inspiring and knowledgeable keynote speaker for your next meeting, Dave Turner might be right for you. 
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Dave Turner is founder of Black Cow Media and Chief Evangelist & Editor of TabletopJournal, the global hospitality industry's "go-to" resource when it comes to all things tabletop. Dave created TabletopJournal to elevate the awareness of the role of tabletop and its value in the hospitality guest dining experience. Dave’s mantra and hashtag #TabletopMatters that now creates over a million+ impressions around the globe each month.

Dave speaks with passion on topics such as overall industry trends, current lifestyle influences, branding and its importance, recruiting and retaining top talent, and improving sales, distribution & marketing.

Dave has presented to both domestic and international groups of operators, manufacturers, supply chain & distribution teams. And, whether the group is  5 people or 500 people, he is sure to deliver his message in his own unique and memorable style.

Far from being a traditional journalist, Dave’s background in foodservice and hospitality sales & marketing spans nearly 30 years. Prior to Black Cow Media/TabletopJournal, he was President of Woodmere China, Vice President Sales & Marketing at Villeroy & Boch and Corning Foodservice's National Sales Manager.

Dave began his career with marketing and selling the great brands from Frito-Lay and Bristol Myers.

Let us know if you think Dave can add to your upcoming meeting or conference.
Topics:
 - Industry Trends        - Lifestyle
 - Marketing                 - Sales
​ - Leadership               - Social Media
 - Company Culture

Titles of presentations Dave has made lately...

• Trust In Your Organization: What It Means and Why It's Important
• Passion Play: Re-Kindling Your Professional Passion
• Culture Critical: Products and Services Are Important, But Your Culture Is Critical

Quotes from recent events where Dave has recently presented:

"It was a great pleasure to meet with you in Washington last weekend and also to witness your tremendously inspirational presentation at the start of Saturday. I’ve taken a great lot from it."

"Truly inspiring and I learned a lot. Thanks for your passion and approach to our industry."

"I had a front row seat for your presentation, enjoyed the hell out of it!"

"...thanks for your contribution to our meeting and your spectacular presentation from 60,000 feet!"