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Building a Culture of Civility and Belonging Post-Election: MFHA’s Upcoming Webinar
Latest News Building a Culture of Civility and Belonging Post-Election: MFHA’s Upcoming Webinar Nov 1, 2024 food serviceThe workplace can feel uncertain post-election, as diverse perspectives intersect. On Thursday, November 7, at 1 p.m. Central, the Multicultural Foodservice & Hospitality Alliance (MFHA) is hosting a timely webinar to address ways to maintain a culture of…
Read More2024 Election Outlook: Key Issues and What’s at Stake for the Restaurant Industry
Latest News 2024 Election Outlook: Key Issues and What’s at Stake for the Restaurant Industry Nov 1, 2024 In recent years, U.S. elections have seen unprecedented shifts in party control across Congress and the White House, often signaling new priorities for industries nationwide. The National Restaurant Association has released a comprehensive memo to help stakeholders…
Read MoreGet Ready for Renewal: Benefits of the LRA Workers Comp Program
Latest News Get Ready for Renewal: Benefits of the LRA Workers Comp Program Oct 23, 2024 For 42 years, the LRA Workers’ Comp program has served as the best option for Louisiana’s restaurant and hospitality industry. The renewal process begins in December with the arrival of the renewal packets. For those who have yet to…
Read MoreTaylor Swift’s Eras Tour Set to Deliver a Swift Lift to New Orleans’ Economy
Latest News Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour Set to Deliver a Swift Lift to New Orleans’ Economy Oct 22, 2024 When Taylor Swift brings her Eras Tour to New Orleans on October 25, 26, and 27, the city will experience an economic impact as monumental as a weekend packed with three Super Bowls. With 150,000 Swifties…
Read MoreFTC Cracks Down on Misleading ‘Local’ Seafood Claims at Restaurants
Latest News FTC Cracks Down on Misleading ‘Local’ Seafood Claims at Restaurants Oct 8, 2024 Recently, ten seafood restaurants received warning letters from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) over misleading advertising practices. These warnings focused on restaurants falsely promoting their seafood as “wild-caught” or “American-sourced” when, in reality, it was farm-raised and imported from foreign…
Read MoreRegister Now: Webinar on everything you need to know about Beneficial Ownership filing
Latest News Register Now: Webinar on everything you need to know about Beneficial Ownership filing Oct 4, 2024 Deadline approaching: Operators required to file information about their beneficial owners—the individuals who ultimately own or control their companies—to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), must report by the end of the year. Restaurant owners with 20 or fewer…
Read MoreNew Analysis Explains Challenges of Higher Costs, Menu Price Increases
Latest News New Analysis Explains Challenges of Higher Costs, Menu Price Increases Oct 4, 2024 Restaurants across the U.S. are grappling with rising food and labor costs, and Louisiana operators are facing even greater pressure due to skyrocketing insurance premiums. According to the National Restaurant Association, food costs have surged 29% over the past four…
Read MoreILA Strike Ends with Tentative Agreement, Ports Set to Reopen
Latest News ILA Strike Ends with Tentative Agreement, Ports Set to Reopen Oct 4, 2024 The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) strike has come to an end following a tentative agreement between the union and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX). The strike, which disrupted ports along the East Coast and Gulf Coast, will now see…
Read MoreCelebrating 40 Years of Leadership: Henry L. Coaxum, Jr. Marks Milestone with McDonald’s
Latest News Celebrating 40 Years of Leadership: Henry L. Coaxum, Jr. Marks Milestone with McDonald’s Sep 25, 2024 Congratulations to longtime Louisiana Restaurant Association (LRA) member and passionate advocate of the LRA Workers’ Comp program, Henry L. Coaxum, Jr., on his 40th anniversary as a McDonald’s franchisee! Henry began his journey with McDonald’s as a…
Read MoreJacob’s Andouille Named Best of the River Parishes for 4th Consecutive Year
Latest News Jacob’s Andouille Named Best of the River Parishes for 4th Consecutive Year Sep 23, 2024 The Louisiana Restaurant Association (LRA) is proud to congratulate longtime member, Jacob’s Andouille, for being named Best Andouille in the Best of the River Parishes contest for the fourth consecutive year. This honor highlights the enduring legacy of Jacob’s Andouille and its…
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