Unwrapped 2026

Join us at Unwrapped 2026, me&u’s annual industry event.
We’re hosting an afternoon expert panel, cutting through AI noise to share what’s hype and what’s helpful within the hospitality industry + me&u’s biggest product showcase ever.

Join us for a few bevs, bites and an opportunity to connect with the local hospo community.
Melbourne

Featuring:

Sara Hoogendoorn
(Lucas Collective)
Josh Hillary
(Solotel)
Myles Munro
(Fancy Hanks)

Topic:

Great Expectations

Description:

What “value” means to guests in 2026, and how top operators turn cost pressure into repeat visits.

Location:

Quarterhouse, Level 1: The Hall
693 Collins Street, Docklands, Melbourne

Date:

Wednesday, August 12th

Time:

4pm
Sydney

Featuring:

Elliot Solomon
(Solotel)
Matt Zimmerman
(Allytic Minds)
Daniel Drakopoulos
(SRG Hospitality)

Topic:

The Secret Sauce

Description:

AI, personalisation, and the loyalty long game.

Location:

Barangaroo, Rekōdo: 35 Barangaroo Ave, Sydney

Date:

Monday, August 17th

Time:

4pm
Brisbane

Featuring:

David Flynn
(Fanda Group)
Josh Hillary
(Solotel)
Andy Gordon
(Tech Pantry)

Topic:

The Data Special

Description:

Turning what’s already in your POS and loyalty system into decisions you can make this week.

Location:

Story Bridge Hotel: 200 Main Street, Kangaroo Point

Date:

Wednesday, August 19th

Time:

4pm
Perth

Featuring:

Evan Hewitt
(General Public)
Andy Ngo
(OTW Studios)
Laura Moseley
(Studio Appetite)

Topic:

Hold The Hype

Description:

Practical, low-lift AI in hospitality ops. What’s helped, what hasn’t.

Location:

The Boatshed Restaurant
1L Coode Street, South Perth

Date:

Tuesday, August 25th

Time

4pm