Mad Mex Annual Conference

Agenda

Subject to change - Expect a few surprises along the way.

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Tuesday, 8 September 2026

Arrivals / Welcome

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

ARRIVALS & REGISTRATION

Peppers Resort Entrance / Lobby

Land, check in and grab your conference bag while our Mad Mex DJ spins the Latin vibes. 👕 Dress code: Casual travel wear 🛎️ Hotel check-in is from 2:00 PM — we'll do our best to have as many rooms ready earlier as we can. Everyone's set up with express check-in; if you'd like to charge incidentals to your room, just drop by concierge with your card. 🌮 Running late? No worries — register the next morning from 8:00 AM, or WhatsApp Joan when you land and we'll meet you at the lobby with your conference bag so you've got your t-shirt ready for the morning.

6:00 PM – 6:30 PM

PRE-DINNER DRINKS

Peppers Terrace & Lagoon Pool

Sunset, cold drinks and first cheers with the familia.

6:30 PM – 9:30 PM

WELCOME DINNER

Peppers Terrace & Lagoon Pool

A warm welcome buffet dinner to officially fire up our conference spirits. Let's feast together, poolside — plenty of fresh chilli and Mexican beats all night.

Wednesday, 9 September 2026

Conference Day 1

7:00 AM – 8:30 AM

BREAKFAST BUFFET

Seasons Restaurant (Peppers)

Fuel up for a big one. Don't forget your barista-coffee voucher (it's in your goodie bag). ⏰ Be in position at Salt Park by 8:50 AM sharp for the Mad Dash for Chili Cash — you won't want to miss the kickoff.

9:00 AM – 10:15 AM

MAD DASH FOR CHILI CASH

Salt Park

Team colours, war cries and Chili Cash on the line — setting the tone from the get-go. 👕 Dress code: Conference t-shirt (mandatory), activewear, closed-in shoes, hat & a full water bottle.

10:15 AM – 10:20 AM

GROUP PHOTO

Salt Park

The whole Mad Mex Familia, one big snap — team leads, get your people ready.

10:20 AM – 10:35 AM

MORNING TEA

Pre-function Area

Catch your breath and refuel after the Mad Dash — grab a bite and a coffee before we head into the Ballroom for the main event. Want a proper barista coffee? Pre-order it using the banner at the top of this page and it'll be ready and waiting.

10:35 AM – 12:00 PM

CONFERENCE KICKOFF

Ballroom

The official kickoff. We open with a warm welcome and a thank you to our sponsors, look back at the Year That Was, then dive into the big stuff — Extreme Ownership and El Sabor at the heart of it all, wrapped up with a live Q&A. Sharp insights, a few surprises, and the tone set for the days ahead.

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

LUNCH

Seasons Restaurant

Refuel and recharge with the Familia — plenty to feast on before the afternoon sessions. And don't forget you can pre-order your barista coffee via the banner at the top of the page to skip the queue.

1:00 PM – 2:45 PM

THE YEAR AHEAD

Ballroom

Where we're headed and how we get there. The Leadership Team walks us through the FY27 Plan on a Page, plus a taste of upcoming new flavours coming soon.

2:45 PM – 3:00 PM

AFTERNOON TEA & NETWORKING

Pre-Function Area

Refuel with a Mad Mex favourite — hot fries courtesy of Farm Frites. Our sponsors will be set up in the same space, so grab a bite and take the chance to connect with the suppliers who support our brand. Need a caffeine hit? Pre-order your barista coffee using the banner at the top of the page.

5:30 PM – 6:15 PM

FREE TIME

Swim, nap, sip or explore — your call.

6:30 PM – 9:00 PM

DINNER BUFFET (OFFSITE)

Salt Bar

Casual, buffet-style and all vibes — just a 3-minute walk from Peppers. Bring your delegate ID / app for check-in. 📍 Salt Bar: https://maps.app.goo.gl/q24aDySbpUHaZPwX8

Thursday, 10 September 2026

Conference Day 2

7:00 AM – 8:30 AM

BREAKFAST BUFFET

Seasons Restaurant

Fuel up for another big day. Don't forget your barista-coffee voucher (it's in your goodie bag). ⏰ Be seated in the Ballroom by 9:00 AM sharp — Day 2 kicks off right on time.

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

KEYNOTE: TRAVIS BOAK

Ballroom

10:00 AM – 10:15 AM

MORNING TEA

Pre-Function Area

10:15 AM – 11:15 AM

BREAKOUT SESSIONS — ROTATION 1

See below

Group 1 - Extreme Ownership 📍 Mantra Plantation Group 2 - El Sabor in Restaurant📍Ballroom Group 3 - Burrito Olympics 📍 Mantra Pavillion

11:15 AM – 11:30 AM

Breakout Session Swap

11:30 AM – 12:30 PM

BREAKOUT SESSION - ROTATION 2

See below

Group 1 - Burrito Olympics 📍 Mantra Pavillion Group 2 - Extreme Ownership 📍 Mantra Plantation Group 3 - El Sabor in Restaurant📍Ballroom

12:30 PM – 1:30 PM

LUNCH

Seasons Restaurant

Refuel and recharge with the Familia — plenty to feast on before the afternoon sessions. And don't forget you can pre-order your barista coffee via the banner at the top of the page to skip the queue.

1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

BREAKOUT SESSIONS ROTATION 3

See below

Group 1 - El Sabor in Restaurant 📍Ballroom Group 2 - Burrito Olympics 📍 Mantra Pavillion Group 3 - Extreme Ownership 📍 Mantra Plantation

2:30 PM – 3:00 PM

AFTERNOON TEA & NETWORKING

Pre-Function Area

Refuel with a Mad Mex favourite — hot fries courtesy of Farm Frites. Our sponsors will be set up in the same space, so grab a bite and take the chance to connect with the suppliers who support our brand. Need a caffeine hit? Pre-order your barista coffee using the banner at the top of the page.

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

BURRITO OLYMPICS GRAND FINAL + EL SABOR WRAP-UP

Ballroom

The final showdown and a wrap of our big themes — Extreme Ownership & El Sabor.

4:00 PM – 4:30 PM

MEXICAN WAVE WRAP UP

Salt Park

6:00 PM – 6:30 PM

PRE-DINNER DRINKS

Pre-Function Area

Bar's open — settle in before the big finale night.

6:30 PM – 11:00 PM

GOLDEN BURRITO AWARDS DINNER

Ballroom

The grand finale — three courses, Latin beats, the photo booth spinning, and our very best celebrated across the Golden Burrito Awards. Then the dance floor is yours. 🎉 Dress Code: Black tie — dress to impress, amigo.

Friday, 11 September 2026

Breakfast / Departures

6:30 AM – 10:00 AM

BREAKFAST BUFFET

Seasons Restaurant

One last feast together before we say hasta luego.

10:00 AM

CHECK-OUT & DEPARTURES

Fuel up, check out at your leisure, and take the El Sabor home with you. Safe travels, amigos — until next time. 🌶️

Mad Mex

Conference 2026