Toolkit — Wildfire & Extreme Heat Preparedness
It’s become almost a yearly event. Smoke from nearby wildfires hangs over the area, creating hazardous conditions for anyone working or enjoying the outdoors. how can you know when the air is too unhealthy for workers and your guests?
July CEO Newsletter: What’s next with Local Government Affairs
Last month in the CEO Newsletter, we discussed that the board selected a new direction for local government affairs and promised we would discuss that new direction today.
The reality is that if your city or county council isn’t already discussing sweeping labor policies, they likely will be soon. We’ve seen these efforts emerge in Seattle, Bellingham, Everett, Tukwila, Olympia and Tacoma to name a few.
What to do when a protest happens near your establishment
Everyone in America has a First Amendment right to protest, but what do you do if those protesters damage your property? Small business owners should prepare for an increase in protest activity as political tensions, social justice movements and economic pressures...
New Report! 2025 State of the Hotel Industry Partner Trends & Insights
The United States hospitality industry continues to face challenges on the road to recovery as the industry adapts to evolving consumer preferences, advancing technology, and operational challenges. Hoteliers will also contend with rapidly evolving potential...
Webinar replay! Buying or selling a hospitality business with IBA and KeyBank SBA
Replay! Umbrella & excess liability: How much is enough for hotels and restaurants?
ICE Reverses Pause on Immigration Enforcement at Restaurants
From Laura Abshire, Director of Food & Sustainability Policy at the National Restaurant Association.
Today, President Trump held an event at the White House to announce his “Liberation Day” reciprocal tariff plan.
Mariners x Hospitality Industry Appreciation Night
When: 6:40 p.m., Aug. 25 Where: T-Mobile Park, 1250 1st Ave S, Seattle Join us for the Mariners x Hospitality Industry Appreciation Night. The Washington Hospitality Association has teamed with the Seattle Mariners to celebrate the hospitality industry by offering...
Workplace Immigration Law in 2025: What Restaurants Should Expect
Immigrants are an important part of the restaurant industry—over 20% of all U.S. workers in the restaurant and foodservice industry. Many immigration policies will change in the coming months.
The National Restaurant Association and the Restaurant Law Center are actively monitoring these developments to keep our industry informed and prepared.
Updated resources: What to do if ICE raids your establishment
June CEO Newsletter: What we learned from 300+ industry leaders like you
I want to thank the roughly 300 people who attended my roundtable discussions in the 20 or so communities I visited this spring.
The feedback was wonderful and rich, and I can’t express my appreciation enough. This will help us develop our strategies and our priorities in the coming years.
The biggest areas that we really learned about were the state of the industry and what to do with local government affairs.
