National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation Celebrates Diversity, Equity + Inclusion Across the Industry

The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF) launched “Restaurants Advance: Journeys that Inspire” spotlighting excellence in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). The series of uplifting stories, brought to you by PepsiCo, features members of the restaurant, foodservice and hospitality industry who represent the highest standards in DEI and achieved the American Dream.

National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation Puts Restaurant Worker Futures Back on Track

The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation announced the launch of “Restaurants Advance,” a national fundraising campaign to help current and future restaurant workers access the education and training they need to put their job or career back on track.

The Great American Takeout Returns for Anniversary Event to Support Struggling Restaurants

On March 24, 2021, The Great American Takeout returns as a one-day event to drive takeout sales and support restaurants devastated by the COVID-19 pandemic.

National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation Helps Restaurant Workers Rebuild their Futures

The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF) announced today the launch of “Change Is On The Menu,” a national fundraising campaign benefiting restaurant workers with programs and resources to rebuild their futures. Leading brands such as PepsiCo and Uber Eats, as well as Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Moët Hennessy USA and Ecolab have pledged to support the campaign in a variety of ways, including matching donations and corporate contributions.

Tom Bené Named as President & CEO of the National Restaurant Association; CEO of the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation

In this role, Mr. Bené will be responsible for guiding the Association’s strategic path towards its vision for a thriving restaurant and foodservice community, providing America with nourishment, opportunity and joy, while working to enhance quality of life for all.