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National Restaurant Association

Leadership

Karen Bremer to retire as CEO of Georgia Restaurant Association

 By Peter Romeo on Sep. 07, 2023

The former restaurant operator has led the association for 13 years. She will step down in mid-January.

Leadership

Gerry Fernandez announces his retirement from the Multicultural Foodservice & Hospitality Alliance

 By Peter Romeo on Aug. 24, 2023

The group's founder, he's been the leader and driving spirit of the DEI-promoting organization for 27 years.

Beverage

National Restaurant Association releases new beverage alcohol trend research

By National Restaurant Association on Jul. 12, 2023

The report captures new data on adult diners who are likely to order drinks, and how operators have changed their drinks options to drive new trends.

Leadership

John C. Metz dies at age 83

By Peter Romeo on May 09, 2023

Though much of his career was spent in the noncommercial sector, he proved an outstanding franchisee of TGI Fridays and Ruth's Chris.

Workforce

These teens couldn't be more eager to work in restaurants

By Peter Romeo on May 05, 2023

Reality Check: Indeed, they wouldn't mind owning one. They were already working hard toward that goal at the National ProStart Invitational competition.

Workforce

National Restaurant Association comes out against Julie Su's nomination for Labor

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 31, 2023

The trade group says Su has a history of siding against the industry. It singles out her support of California's Fast Act as the prime example.

Operations

5 stunning predictions for the rest of 2023

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 02, 2023

The National Restaurant Association issued its combination industry snapshot and near-term outlook this week. Here are five findings that jumped out.

Topics

Appealing to consumers’ values with strategic partnerships

Sponsored content from our partner DIRECTV for BUSINESS℠ National Accounts on Feb. 22, 2023

As consumers prioritize social responsibility, restaurant operators can appeal to them by choosing their suppliers, media providers and more carefully and strategically.

Operations

Senators demand an accounting of how ServSafe fees are used

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 06, 2023

Six have sent a letter to the National Restaurant Association asking for more details about how the group uses proceeds from the food-safety program to fund lobbying.

Leadership

Freddy's Scott Redler named National Restaurant Association chairman for 2023

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 27, 2023

Jeff Lobdell, founder of Restaurant Partners Management, becomes vice chairman. Areas USA COO Richard Schneider was appointed treasurer.

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