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Stay ahead of complex and evolving alcohol regulations with expert advice for your business.

Our alcohol advisor can answer questions about licenses, training and operations for meeting state and local compliance requirements—protecting your investment and your peace of mind.

Ready to grow your business?

Whether you're opening a new location or scaling your operations, our business expansion advisor can help you plan strategically and avoid costly pitfalls—all with a roadmap customized to your goals.

Tax notices and audits can be daunting.

Our tax expert helps you navigate everything from sales tax audits to IRS letters, B&O taxes, and federal filings.

Gain clarity and confidence with guidance from someone who knows business tax challenges inside and out.

Thinking of buying or selling a business?

Our seasoned broker can answer your questions about market timing, valuations, and making deals to your advantage.

Avoid missteps and make informed decisions with expert insights from our Advisory Network.

Bring your vision to life.

From brand identity and menu creation to layout and ambiance, our concept and design experts offer creative and strategic guidance to help your business stand out—and succeed—in a competitive market.

Stay compliant and protect your business.

Our employment law advisor offers guidance on everything from wage transparency and labor policies to employee disputes and legal claims—to help you stay informed and prepared, and reduce your risk of costly litigtion.

Get your numbers working for you.

Whether you're looking to reduce labor costs, improve profitability, or establish benchmarks, our financial advisor offers expert planning and management strategies tailored to the hospitality industry.

Confused by health care laws and coverage mandates?

Our advisor can assist you with understanding your obligations and options under for employee healthcare—so you can support your team while staying compliant with state and federal requirements.

Build a solid HR foundation.

From employee files and compliance checklists to harassment prevention and performance evaluation tools, our HR advisor can answer your questions to keep your team aligned and your policies up to date.

Tech decisions shouldn't be overwhelming. Whether you're choosing new POS systems, managing cybersecurity, or linking your office with your store remotely, our IT advisor provides expert, unbiased support to help you choose the best tools for your business.

Protect your assets and manage risk smarter. Our insurance advisor can help you evaluate coverage needs, review lease requirements, and implement proactive strategies to reduce claims—saving you time, money, and worry.

Lease terms can make or break your business. Whether renewing a lease or scouting a new location, our lease negotiation expert helps you understand your rights, avoid common pitfalls, and negotiate from a position of strength.

Legal questions? Our legal advisor offers clarity on contracts, lawsuits, licensing, and more. From small concerns to major challenges, you’ll have access to seasoned legal insight—without the costly hourly rate.

For members in the lodging sector, our expert offers guidance on management agreements, privacy issues, marketing strategy, procurement, and more—ensuring your hotel or property stays competitive and compliant.

Attract and retain customers with expert marketing guidance. From brand strategy and menu design to digital campaigns and local advertising, our advisor can help you craft messages that resonate and deliver results.

Are you playing music in your business? Stay legal and avoid costly penalties. Our music licensing expert helps you navigate public performance licensing, so your ambiance enhances the guest experience—without the legal headaches.

Communicate with confidence. Whether you're announcing a launch or managing a crisis, our PR expert provides guidance on messaging, media relations, and internal communications—helping protect your reputation and brand.

Streamline your operations and boost efficiency. Our operations advisor helps you improve training, establish systems, and hit financial targets—turning daily challenges into long-term performance wins.

What’s your exit strategy? Whether you're preparing to retire, hand off the business, or reduce your role, our succession planning expert helps you create a smooth transition plan that secures your legacy.

Tip distribution rules can be complex. Our advisor helps you design compliant, fair tip pooling policies that reflect your values and meet legal standards—so everyone gets their fair share without legal risk.

Reduce injuries, lower costs, and protect your staff. From L&I claims to safety meetings, our workplace safety advisor helps you create a culture of safety that benefits your team and your bottom line.