Stephanie Lind

Stephanie Lind is founder and CEO of Elohi Strategic Advisors (ESA), a national, women-owned foodservice accelerator that helps manufacturers and brand succeed in a complex foodservice channel. With a no-nonsense approach and deep industry expertise, ESA delivers integrated strategy and execution across marketing, sales ops and enablement. Whether you’re launching, scaling, or course-correcting. Write us at info@elohi.us or visit  https://www.elohi.us 

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Smaller Plates, Smarter Menus
WHAT’S NEXT IN 2026

GLP-1 Drugs Are Changing How America Dines

As appetite-suppressing medications reshape consumer behavior, foodservice operators are rethinking portions, protein and the dining experience itself
Stephanie Lind
January 15, 2026

GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy aren’t keeping consumers out of restaurants—but they are changing what and how much they order. Smaller portions, protein-forward menus and flexible formats are emerging as key strategies in a new era of eating less.


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WHAT’S NEXT IN 2026

Five Forces Reshaping Foodservice in 2026

Tech disruption, economic pressure and shifting consumer behavior are redefining how operators buy—and how suppliers must sell
Stephanie Lind
December 5, 2025

Foodservice is entering a tactical new era shaped by digital disruption, tighter budgets and a health-minded consumer base. This feature breaks down the five trends suppliers need to navigate to cut through the noise and win in 2026.


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