Running a Dine-In Movie Theater During One of the Biggest Years for Movies with Jim Matthes, General Manager of Aloma Cinema & Grill
With major releases hitting theaters this year and more on the way, there's never been a more interesting time to be in the movie theater business.
Join us for a live AMA with Jim Matthes, General Manager of Aloma Cinema & Grill, to talk about what it takes to run a modern dine-in movie theater.
We'll be discussing topics like:
- Preparing for blockbuster releases and changing audience demand
- How theaters plan for opening weekends, slower weeks, and everything in between
- Mobile ordering and creating a better guest experience
- Staffing, operations, and keeping service running smoothly during busy shows
- Food & beverage trends in dine-in theaters
- Where the industry is headed and how theaters are evolving
Whether you operate a movie theater, restaurant, entertainment venue, or you're just curious about the business, we'd love to answer your questions.
📅 Tuesday, August 4
⏰ 3:00 PM CT
Ask your questions below or join us live for the conversation. See you there!
Posted Jul 29, 2026, 1:01 PM UTC
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