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. 🌶️
