NCRLA

Asheville Lodging Association Meeting
2019-04-25 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | The Foundry Hotel, 51 S Market Street, Asheville, NC, 28801
The Foundry Hotel
51 S Market Street
Asheville, NC 28801
Nearby Parking at Pack Square Garage (12 Eagle St, Asheville, NC 28801) or Biltmore Ave Parking Garage at the Aloft (60 S Lexington Ave, Asheville, NC 28801). Other options here.
Reception with a cash bar after the meeting.
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Raleigh/Wake County Hotel and Restaurant GM/Owner Forum
2019-04-25 09:00 - 10:30
All Wake County hotel and restaurant owners and general managers are invited to the next Raleigh/Wake County Hotel and Restaurant GM/Owner Forum on Thurs., April 25, 2019, 9-10:30am, at the N.C. Restaurant and Lodging Association‘s (NCRLA’s) first-floor conference room (222 N. Person St., Raleigh, NC 27601; get directions).
The forum is an initiative of the Greater Raleigh Convention and Visitors Bureau (GRCVB) and the NCRLA to better connect Wake County hotels and restaurants with organizations and resources that can keep them informed on issues, regulations and initiatives affecting their industries, plus keep them informed on opportunities to elevate these local industries even more.
Key speakers will include GRCVB and NCRLA—more details to come.
Questions? Contact Jill Flanagan at jflanagan@visitraleigh.com or call her at 919.645.2662

Charlotte Chapter Golf Classic, presented by US Foods
2019-04-10 09:00 - 15:00
April 10, 2019 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM EST

The Golf Club at Ballantyne
10000 Ballantyne Commons Pkwy
Charlotte, NC 28277

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Grab your clubs and join us on the greens as we swing fore hospitality education at the 28th annual Charlotte Chapter Golf Classic presented by US Foods. This fun-filled golf tournament brings together hospitality leaders from across the region to support the NC Hospitality Education Foundation (NC HEF). NC HEF funds student scholarships, ProStart programs, and other hospitality educational initiatives in NC. Golfers will enjoy food and beverage tents throughout the course, interactive contests, and an awards luncheon and raffle at the end of play.

Event Item Name
Expires
Pricing

Foursome
Apr 10, 2019

$900.00

Twosome
Apr 10, 2019

$450.00

Single Player
Apr 10, 2019

$250.00

Presenting Sponsor
Apr 10, 2019

$7,500.00

ACE Sponsor
Apr 10, 2019

$5,000.00

Eagle Sponsor
Apr 10, 2019

$2,500.00

Birdie Sponsor
Apr 10, 2019

$1,500.00

Photography Sponsor
Apr 10, 2019

$1,000.00

Beverage Cart Sponsor
Apr 10, 2019

$750.00

Contest Sponsor
Apr 10, 2019

$500.00

Tee or Greens Sponsor
Apr 10, 2019

$300.00

Mulligan Package
Apr 10, 2019

$35.00

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Hotel Partners:
Hampton Inn & Suites, Ballantyne
Aloft, Ballantyne
Sponsored By:

Presenting Sponsor: US Foods

Eagle Sponsors: Ecolab • Sysco/FreshPoint • Burke Hospitality
Photography Sponsor: Golden Corral

Beverage Cart Sponsors: Cheerwine • FS Food Group
Contest Sponsors: Beacon IMG • Salsarita’s Restaurants • SREE Hotels • Vistar
Hole Sponsors: Alsco • Biscuitville • Famous Toastery • Fisher Phillips • Jocks and Jills Sports Grill • Johnson & Wales University • Largemouth Communications • Platinum Corral • Piedmont Natural Gas • S&D Coffee & Tea • State Auto Insurance • Sonny’s BBQ • Drum & Quill Public House
Supporting Sponsors: Adams Beverages • Hickory Tavern • Tryon Distributing • Cheerwine • Fainting Goat Spirits • Firehouse Subs • Heartland Payment Systems • Mother Earth Spirits • Mother Earth Brewing • Olde Mecklenburg Brewery • Pepsi Bottling Ventures • S & D Coffee & Tea • Shelton Vineyards

Pitt Independent Eateries Chapter Meeting
2019-04-08 14:00 - 15:00 | Basil’s Restaurant, 1675 E Fire Tower Rd., Greenville, NC, 27858, United States

Outer Banks Chapter Meeting
2019-04-02 15:00 - 17:00, 2019-03-05 15:00 - 17:00, 2019-02-05 15:00 - 17:00, 2019-01-08 15:00 - 17:00

NRA Public Affairs Conference
2019-03-27 - 2019-03-28

The Future of the Panthers: An NCRLA Conversation with Team President Tom Glick
2019-03-18 11:30 - 13:30 | The Westin Charlotte, 601 S College St, Charlotte, NC, 28202
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NCRLA is pleased to host an industry conversation with Carolina Panthers President Tom Glick.
New owner David Tepper has made no secret of the fact that he wants the team to be more engaged in the community and a more active driver of business & development in the area around the stadium. Tom Glick was hired as team president by Tepper in August 2018 because of his experience in development and professional sports.
This intimate conversation with Tom Glick (limited to 50 people) is to give Charlotte-area hoteliers & restaurateurs more information about the Panthers’ vision under its new owner and for you to provide direct feedback on the types of events & development that would help improve business at your hotels & restaurants.
*This event is open only to hoteliers and restaurateurs. It is not open to the public. Seating is limited to 50 people.

2019 North Carolina ProStart Invitational
2019-03-07 - 2019-03-09
The North Carolina ProStart Invitational (NCPI) is a an annual event that highlights the creative abilities of ProStart program students from across the state. North Carolina ProStart schools are invited to bring two teams—culinary and/or restaurant management—with up to five students per team. During the culinary competition, student competitors prepare a three-course meal in 60 minutes and are evaluated on taste, skill, teamwork, safety and sanitation. In the management category, teams develop and present a proposal for the next promising restaurant concept. Students must communicate their entrepreneurial ideas clearly and use their problem-solving skills to solve challenges faced by managers daily. The top-placing teams in the culinary and restaurant management competitions move forward to the national competition in April. Click here to register.

Wake County Hospitality Job Fair
2019-03-05 10:00 - 15:00
Recruit restaurant and lodging employees of all levels at this Wake County job fair presented by the Greater Raleigh Convention and Visitors Bureau, Capital Area Workforce Development, Raleigh Convention Center and NCRLA. Meet a variety of candidates interested in the hotel and restaurant business. Experienced and entry level workers, career changers, culinary students and graduates will be in attendance. Job seekers will be interested in Front Desk Reception, Housekeeping, Banquet Set-up, Food Service, Building Maintenance, Kitchen Help, Management ​and more!
Registration is just $150 and includes
One 8-ft table/booth
2 chairs
2 lunches
2 parking passes
Register for a booth HERE.

Stars of the Industry
2019-02-18 17:30 - 21:00
It’s time again to celebrate the people who make our industry shine!

The North Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Association’s 2019 Stars of the Industry Awards is an annual gala to recognize exemplary performance and service in hospitality across the state. This event draws 350+ hospitality professionals from around the state, as it is NCRLA’s signature event of the year.
The awards presentation will be preceded by a fantastic dinner reception where guests will have the opportunity to sip & savor the food and beverage trends of 2019, as well as network with industry peers, award nominees, and award winners. We’ll then gather to celebrate our award winners in a formal presentation, followed by a sparkling wine and dessert finale.
To sponsor this event, please contact Mindy Wharton at mwharton@ncrla.org or 919-277-8585. Deadline to submit nominations is December 5th.

NCRLA Board of Directors Meeting
2019-02-18 12:30 - 15:30

NCRLA Annual Meeting
2019-02-18 11:00 - 12:00
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NCRLA members are encouraged to attend the 2019 Annual Meeting. President & CEO, Lynn Minges, will present a progress report as well as preview the association’s priorities and initiatives for 2019. The annual meeting provides a unique opportunity to learn about key issues impacting the restaurant and lodging sectors while connecting with industry peers. This event is free to NCRLA members but registration is required.

Asheville Chapter Meeting
2019-01-09 16:00 - 18:00

Charlotte Chapter Meeting
2019-01-08 10:00 - 12:00

Uptown 'Que and Brew
2018-09-24 18:00 - 20:00
The Uptown ‘Que & Brew is a night filled with barbecue, beers, and lots of bidding, all to benefit the NCRLA PAC. Network with peers and local state legislators as we look to raise funds to continue our legislative success and influence by supporting candidates who support the hospitality industry.
Marriott hotel(s) special group rate: SpringHill Suites Charlotte Uptown for $139.00 per night. Book your group rate for NCRLA PAC Event: https://bit.ly/2McV7zP.
Special rate for attendees:
Event start date: 9/24/18
Event end date: 9/25/18
Last day to book: 9/14/18

NC ProStart Educator Fall Workshop
2018-09-21 08:00 - 2018-09-22 13:00
EVENT DETAILS
ProStart Educators are very fortunate to receive top notch professional development several times a year. This September, North Carolina ProStart teachers will experience hands-on culinary instruction at the fall workshop. All North Carolina ProStart educators, as well as culinary and food teachers, are strongly encouraged to attend.
Hosted by the culinary and hospitality departments of Carteret Community College in Morehead City, educators will receive training from culinary instructors and work alongside their peers to enhance their skills.The training will include sessions on Friday and Saturday pertinent to the ProStart curriculum. There will also be sessions on classroom best practices and implementing successful work-based learning experiences for students.
Friday night, educators will be treated to dinner and networking at Floyd’s 1921 Restaurant in Morehead City.

HOTEL ROOM BLOCK
A room block has been secured for 109.00/ per night (plus tax) at The Inn at Pine Knoll Shores, 511 Salter Path Rd, Atlantic Beach, NC 28512. This room rate is applicable for the following dates: Spet. 20-23. Breakfast is included in the room rate for Saturday morning. To make a reservation, please call the hotel directly at (252) 247-4155 and ask for the “NCHEF ProStart Educator” room block.

Reception for Rep. Chuck McGrady
2018-09-18 17:00 - 18:30
Hilton Asheville Biltmore Park

The NCRLA PAC invites you to an evening reception in support of Rep. Chuck McGrady, long-time champion of the hospitality industry as well as ABC reform.

To join the Host Committee as a Co-Chair, Host, Co-Host or to RSVP as an Individual, contact Kimberly Siomkos at ksiomkos@ncrla.org or 919-861-0942.
Checks may be made payable to:
McGrady Campaign Committee
P.O. Box 723, Hendersonville, NC 28793
(828) 692-3696
The McGrady Campaign Committee can accept individual or PAC contributions with a maximum allowable contribution of $5,200 per election cycle.

Reception for NC House Speaker Tim Moore
2018-09-17 18:00 - 20:00
The Angus Barn
Raleigh
Join NCRLA at The Angus Barn in Raleigh to honor longtime hospitality advocate NC House Speaker Tim Moore. Enjoy some of Raleigh’s finest dining while listening to the latest hospitality updates from the NC legislature.
FOR INQUIRIES OR TO RSVP, PLEASE CONTACT MADISON SHOOK
(252) 571-3466 OR MADISON@TIMMOORENC.COM

AHLA Legislative Action Summit
2018-09-12 - 2018-09-13
The American Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA) and the Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA) are uniting the hotel industry to show lawmakers the strength of our industry in what will be your most important meeting of the year.
LAS is a unique opportunity to join together with hundreds of your colleagues to meet your congressional representatives to share your story, the story of our industry, and educate Congress on the important issues affecting the hotel and lodging business.
During the course of two days you will learn about the latest developments on the most pressing issues that are impacting hoteliers’ bottom lines.
We need your help to make these issues front and center with Congress. Join us to get the inside scoop from AHLA’s government affairs team, Members of Congress and other industry experts. You will also learn how to effectively discuss these issues and have the opportunity to build a relationship with your Member of Congress.
Your voice matters and we need you in Washington!

NCRLA Chef Showdown
2018-08-27 05:30 - 21:00
If you love to eat and drink, the 2018 NCRLA Chef Showdown presented by Got to be NC Agriculture is the can’t miss event of the year!
Twenty-one of the best chefs and six of the most talented mixologists from across North Carolina will gather in Charlotte on Monday, Aug. 27, to compete for the titles of “NCRLA Chef of the Year,” “NCRLA Pastry Chef of the Year” and “NCRLA Mixologist of the Year.” This annual culinary competition has awarded these honors to fantastic names in the industry including Matthew Krenz of The Asbury (Charlotte), Ann Marie Stefaney of Heirloom (Charlotte), Amanda Britton of Crowntown Collective (Charlotte) and Jesse Roque of Never Blue (Hendersonville).
Don’t miss a bite of the action! Get your tickets now for the opportunity to meet talented chefs, taste their amazing dishes, created with NC grown-ingredients, and mix and mingle with the who’s who of the state’s food and beverage industry. We’ll shake up the fun with six mixologists serving samplings of hand-crafted cocktails made from spirits distilled right here in North Carolina. A great selection of North Carolina craft beer and wine will also be available.
NCRLA Chef Showdown tickets are $125 and are all-inclusive. Attendees must be 21 years or older. Guests will have the opportunity to vote to determine several People’s Choice awards based off the food and drink served at the event.

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This event is in conjunction with the 2018 North Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Expo on Monday, Aug. 27 and Tuesday, Aug. 28, at the Charlotte Convention Center. To learn more about the NCRL Expo, click here.
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North Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Expo
2018-08-27 - 2018-08-28
The North Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Expo is the only event in North Carolina to bring together all sectors of the restaurant, foodservice, lodging and hospitality industry under one roof. The latest products, services and technologies will be showcased for the industry, along with a comprehensive and leading-edge program of education that will provide restaurants and lodging establishments from North Carolina with the best tools to grow and improve their business.
NCRLA Allied members will receive a discount on a booth.
Interested in exhibiting?
NCRLA members can attend the event for free. Registration will open spring 2018. Check back for details.
Interested in attending?

NC ProStart Educator Summer Workshop
2018-07-23 09:00 - 2018-07-24 12:30
Please join us for the NC ProStart Educator Summer Workshop being held in Greensboro, July 23-24, as a part of the NC CTE Summer Conference.
On Monday, educators will tour a local hotel and restaurant that specialize in sustainability and local sourcing. Educators will hear from company executives and learn about curriculum-related topics while visiting the hospitality partner. On Tuesday, educators will attend focus sessions to learn about the new ProStart curriculum and hear best practice strategies from teachers that have piloted the curriculum this year.
Lunch both days is included in the cost of the workshop. Educators should plan to attend the preconference in it’s entirety to receive professional development credit from NCRLA.

This event is held in collaboration with NC DPI and serves as a pre-conference to the NC CTE Summer Conference.
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NC HEF Summer Enrichment Series
2018-06-25 - 2018-07-30
Join NC HEF for the first-ever Summer Enrichment Series. This series of events is designed to:

Expose educators to career opportunities within our industry to share with their ProStart students;
Allow educators to meet industry partners and learn from their experiences;
Introduce educators to different segments of the hospitality industry; and
Introduce industry professionals to the educators in hopes of building a pipeline of future employees.

There is no cost for any of the events in this series. Educators may register for one or all of the events offered. Space is limited and spots are first-come, first-serve. Please only register for events that you feel confident you can attend.
Although there are no pre-approved CEU credits through NCDPI for attending, educators will receive a certificate from NCRLA of their attendance and may submit to their school for consideration. Educators should work with their CTE director on issues related to transportation, additional meals and/or hotel accommodations.
Details for each individual event within the series are as follows:
EVENT #1
Sysco Raleigh Tour & Food Innovations Demonstration
Monday, June 25, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
1032 Baugh Rd., Selma, NC 27576
Attendees will visit Sysco Raleigh, one of North Carolina’s largest foodservice distributors. Participants will tour the warehouse and distribution facility, as well as learn from Sysco management about foodservice channels of distribution and career opportunities within this segment of the hospitality industry. Sysco chefs will host a culinary demonstration in the product development kitchens.

***Please wear close-toed comfortable walking shoes and bring valid driver’s license to present when entering at the gatehouse.
EVENT #2
Butterball Headquarters Tour
Tuesday, June 26, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
1628 Garner Chapel Rd., Mt. Olive, NC 28365
Come learn about everything behind the scenes at one of NC HEF’s largest industry supporters, Butterball Corporation. Attendees should plan to meet at the Mt. Olive location at 9 a.m. for a facility tour followed by a culinary demonstration and discussion with their Butterball chef innovators and lunch. Attendees will also learn about Butterball’s marketing strategies and corporate career opportunities.

EVENT #3
Umstead Resort & Spa Tour
Monday, July 30, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
100 Woodland Pond Dr, Cary, NC 27513
Attendees will meet and learn from various property managers about their role at the Umstead and their various career paths. Tour includes a look at BOH and FOH operations, as well as a light lunch in the five-star restaurant at the resort. Attendees will see an inside look at luxury property management.

EVENT #4
TOPO Distillery and Restaurant Tour
Tuesday, July 17, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
505 West Franklin St., Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Attendees will see and experience the trendy side of distilled beverages that is popular among entrepreneurial ventures in North Carolina. Learn about the development and manufacturing of beverages made by TOPO and experience how they flow into the restaurant concept by the same distributor. Attendees will have a tour of the facilities and experience lunch.

***Please wear comfortable walking shoes as we will walk approximately four blocks from distillery to restaurant.

Future of Hospitality Golf Classic
2018-06-18 11:00 - 17:00
Golfing fore education is the name of the game at the Future of Hospitality Golf Classic presented by US Foods. This annual Raleigh-area tournament benefits the North Carolina Hospitality Education Foundation (NC HEF). NC HEF provides scholarships to individuals pursuing educational opportunities in hospitality and tourism, supports educational programs through grants and school-to-career programs, and develops and provides continuing education programs for those currently in the industry.
We’ll have food and beverage tents throughout the course along with an awards reception and raffle at the end of play!
Expected participation is 130 golfers. You may sign up as an individual, twosome, foursome or choose to be a sponsor.
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Contact Mindy Wharton at mwharton@ncrla.org or 919-277-8585 to learn more about sponsorship opportunities or if you’d like to provide food or beverages to our golfers. Sponsorship levels available are: Platinum ($6,000), Gold ($3,500), Silver ($1,500), Beverage Cart ($1,000), Contest ($750), and Hole or Greens ($500).
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Thank you to our in-kind sponsors: 42nd Street Oyster Bar, Angus Barn, Bojangles’, Carolina Brewery, Empire Distributors, FreshPoint, Johnson Brothers, Pepsi Bottling Company, PepsiCo, Pig Pounder Brewery, S&D Coffee & Tea, Shelton Vineyards, Social House Vodka, TOPO Distillery, Tribeca Tavern

Excellence in Education Awards Breakfast
2018-06-18 08:00 - 09:30
Celebrate the recipients of the 2018 North Carolina Hospitality Education Foundation scholarship awards. The scholarship winners and their guests will attend this full buffet breakfast and award ceremony to recognize their academic achievements and receive their awards. Scholarship donors, and those interested in celebrating these students, are encouraged to purchase tickets and attend this breakfast prior to the NCHEF Future of Hospitality Golf Tournament following this event.
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Tickets to the Excellence in Education Awards Breakfast are not included in the cost of tournament play.

41-degree Cold Hold Requirement Webinar
2018-05-30 14:00 - 15:00
The North Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Association has its finger on the pulse of all health and safety regulation updates and issues. We are proud of our partnership with the state and local health departments, which allows us to bring members immediate/real-time information on changes and best practices. One of those changes is the 41-degree cold hold requirement.
In 2012, North Carolina adopted the 2009 version of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Food Code, implementing a five-year delay on the enforcement of changing the cold holding temperature from 45 degrees to 41 degrees. Effective Jan. 1, 2019, ALL North Carolina establishments with a food service permit—restaurants and hotels—must comply with the new cold holding temperature of 41 degrees. Lack of compliance will result in point deductions on an establishment’s health inspection.
To give you a better understanding of this change, Vanessa Bryant, emergency preparedness and outbreak coordinator, and Wendy Grijalva, environmental health regional specialist, both from the Division of Public Health, Food Protection and Facilities, will share what this regulation update means for you and your business and how you can avoid being penalized during your health inspection during a FREE one-hour webinar on May 30, from 2-3 p.m.

Dram Shop Law and Alcohol Liability Webinar
2018-05-22 15:00 - 16:00
North Carolina laws allow for an alcohol vendor (bar, restaurant, etc.) to be held liable for damages caused by over-served individuals–whether they are underage or not.
If an over-served individual leaves your establishment and causes harm to himself or others, do you have policies in place that help or hurt you? Is your staff properly trained on responsible alcoholic service? Are they aware of the potential legal consequences if a drunk patron is involved in an accident after leaving your establishment? As an employee, do you understand how you can be held liable for serving that next drink to a person who is clearly intoxicated?
Join NCRLA May 22, at 3 p.m., for this free Alcohol Liability Webinar co-hosted with Cranfill Sumner & Hartzog LLP (CSH Law). Attorneys Deedee Gasch and Jennifer Welch of CSH Law will tell you what you need to know about North Carolina’s Dram Shop Laws and the best practices to avoid claims and protect yourself and your business in the event you find you are involved in a lawsuit.
Register here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1413490757523981571
