North Sumatra’s economy continues to show positive growth. According to a Bank Indonesia report, North Sumatra’s economy grew by 5.06% year on year in the second quarter of 2026. Meanwhile, Statistics Indonesia (BPS) recorded the highest growth in accommodation and food service activities, at 17.43% over the same period.
This growth is a positive sign for culinary businesses in Medan and the surrounding areas. To seize these opportunities, business owners need to ensure that their finances, ingredient inventory, and operations across outlets are well managed.
To address these needs, ESB, together with Makanmana and supported by BCA, is hosting Kopdar Racik Bisnis F&B Medan on November 12, 2026.
With the theme “Craft the right strategies for a stronger culinary business,” this event invites culinary entrepreneurs in Medan to learn from practitioners and exchange experiences with fellow business owners. The entire event is FREE to attend, with places limited to just 30 participants.
Register for FREE for Kopdar Racik Bisnis F&B Medan
Discuss Culinary Business Challenges Directly with Practitioners
At Kopdar Racik Bisnis F&B Medan, participants can bring questions from their own businesses to discuss with practitioners. The small group format allows for closer discussions and opportunities to get to know one another.
Participants can look forward to:
- Real F&B Business Case Studies: Learn from actual experiences and challenges in running a culinary business.
- Interactive Discussions: Discuss a range of business challenges directly with experts and F&B practitioners.
- Exclusive Networking: Meet owners, founders, managers, and other culinary entrepreneurs in Medan.
- Consultation and Q&A: An opportunity to discuss business challenges directly.
- Insights for Business Growth: Understand what needs to be in place to sustain business growth.
Between sessions, participants can also chat with fellow entrepreneurs, speakers, and partners to expand their business networks.
Save the Date for Kopdar Racik Bisnis F&B Medan
Here are the event details to note before registering.
- Date : November 12, 2026
- Time : 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Western Indonesia Time (WIB)
- Location : Medan, North Sumatra. Venue details will be shared with selected participants.
- Admission : FREE
- Participants : Exclusively for culinary business professionals, with limited places available
All registrations will go through a selection process. Selected participants will receive an invitation and be asked to confirm their attendance.
Register Now to Join Kopdar Medan
Meet the Practitioners Sharing Their Expertise
Kopdar Racik Bisnis F&B Medan features speakers who will discuss business management from the perspectives of finance and operational solutions.
1. Agung Haryadi
F&B Educator & Management Consultant
Agung Haryadi will share insights into financial fundamentals to help participants assess their business performance and plan their next steps for growth.
2. Sendy Subarkah
ESB Area Sales Manager for Sumatra & West Java
Sendy Subarkah will share solutions to various challenges in managing a culinary business and discuss the operational needs businesses face on the ground.
Who Can Join Kopdar Medan
This event is intended for culinary business owners, founders, and managers in Medan and the surrounding areas, particularly those who manage multiple outlets and want to improve their business management.
It is especially suited to owners of F&B businesses with a monthly transaction value, or GTV, of at least IDR 75 million and more than three outlets.
By bringing together entrepreneurs with similar needs, the discussions aim to be more relevant to the challenges of day-to-day business management.
What You Will Receive
In addition to learning from practitioners, participants at Kopdar Racik Bisnis F&B Medan will receive:
- Free classes featuring real case studies and interactive discussions.
- Opportunities to connect with fellow culinary entrepreneurs.
- Consultation and Q&A sessions.
- Bonus learning materials and a handbook.
- Snacks and lunch during the event.
- Merchandise exclusively for participants who attend.
- Special offers from ESB and its partners.
Join Kopdar Racik Bisnis F&B Medan
As an F&B business grows, it becomes increasingly important for owners to keep their strategies, finances, and operations under control.
Kopdar Racik Bisnis F&B Medan offers a space to learn from practitioners, exchange insights, and build connections with fellow industry professionals.
If you are an owner, founder, or manager of an F&B business in Medan looking to streamline operations and prepare for further growth, don’t miss this opportunity.
Places are limited.
