Ed Eimer will take the stage as a featured panelist at the “Designing Food Halls for What’s Next” session, part of the Future of Food Halls Conference at Malcolm Yards in Minneapolis on April 15—where industry leaders will explore the ideas, innovations, and design strategies shaping the next generation of food hall experiences.
Food halls succeed when they evolve faster than consumer expectations. The panel explores how modern food hall design has shifted from simply showcasing food to creating flexible, social destinations built for ongoing reinvention. Panelists will discuss design strategies that support community connection, changing tenant mixes, entertainment programming, and future-proof operations—along with lessons learned from what hasn’t worked. Attendees will leave with practical insight into how design decisions can unlock long-term adaptability and success.
