Where Military Experience Meets Industry Opportunity
In this session, you’ll learn more about what the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation is doing to help our armed service members find their next mission within our industry.
From Ports to Plates: Making Sense of Trade Policy
Join the National Restaurant Association for a timely discussion that breaks down the current trade policy landscape and what it means for restaurants.
National Restaurant Show
Join your peers from across the industry in Chicago on May 16-19, 2026, for a future-forward experience where you’ll discover everything it takes to stay revenue-driven and relevant — from tantalizing tastes for your menu to actionable solutions for streamlining service, payments and more.
Supply Chain Expert Exchange Spring Conference
Connect with your restaurant supply chain peers May 14 - 15, 2026 in Chicago for the Supply Chain Expert Exchange Spring Conference!
Marketing Executives Group (MEG)
Marketers, join us in Chicago for a deep dive into the latest trends and strategies shaping the restaurant industry.
Hire Smarter, Run Better: How to Win the Restaurant Staffing Game (Supported by Workday)
Join us for an inside look at new workforce development research that’s shaping today’s restaurant industry. This webinar will break down how current labor market trends and staffing challenges are affecting your bottom line—and what you can do about it.
Navigating the Supply Chain During Global Conflicts
Join the National Restaurant Association for this webinar connecting global developments to the real-world operational challenges restaurants now face.
Setting the Table: The Restaurant Industry’s Immigration Principles
Join the National Restaurant Association for a timely discussion outlining the restaurant industry’s immigration principles and how they guide our advocacy efforts at the federal level.
Workforce Pell 101: History, Current Status, and What’s Coming
Join us for a practical, plain‑language briefing on Workforce Pell: what it is, why it matters now, and what leaders need to prepare for before the July 2026 implementation deadline. This session will give state and foundation leaders a clear understanding of the new short‑term Pell structure, how we got here, and what makes this a major permanent shift in workforce and postsecondary policy. We’ll break down what qualifies as Workforce Pell, the guardrails tied to outcomes, and the roles federal and state leaders will play in shaping implementation. Participants will learn how Workforce Pell will influence community colleges, training providers, employers, and adult learners. We’ll also discuss how it aligns with work-entry pathways, apprenticeship, and other training investments. We’ll close with discussion and Q&A to surface the biggest questions, areas of friction, and next steps as states prepare for decisions that will shape access, quality, and employer alignment for years to come.