Webinar
Navigating ICE Raids and I-9 Compliance for Restaurants
Presented by Paul P. Rooney, Esq. of Ellenoff Grossman & Schole LLP
Tuesday, January 13 at 10:00 a.m. | Register Here
As a restaurant owner or operator, protecting your business and employees from unexpected challenges is crucial. With the fast-changing landscape of immigration enforcement, ensuring I-9 compliance and knowing how to handle an ICE raid is more important than ever.
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LIVE IN ALBANY
The Fourth Annual RISE Awards & Legislative Reception
February 3rd at the Albany Capital Center
Learn More
Public Voting: December 15th – January 16th
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LIVE IN HYDE PARK
2026 NYSRA ProStart Invitational
February 28 at 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. | The Culinary Institute of America, Tim Ryan Commons
The NYSRA ProStart Invitational is where our high school students showcase their culinary and restaurant management skills! Students compete in one of three competitions: Team Culinary, Team Management, or Individual Burger Battle. A win in their event can earn them cash, scholarships, or their way to the national competition. We encourage our members to attend and cheer on these students as they work hard to become the next generation of the industry – It’s also a great opportunity for you to recruit for summer staff!
Event is free to attend. No registration needed. Want to be a judge next year? Email Elizabeths@nysra.org.
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LIVE IN NYC
NY Restaurant Show
March 8-10, 2026 | Javits Center, NYC
The New York Restaurant Show is a once-a-year event that focuses on serving the food service industry in the Northeast. We offer you the opportunity to see the best in the restaurant and food service industry. From the newest food trends to the best in technology to fit your restaurant and everything in between. This is your opportunity to find the latest and greatest for your operation. Register HERE with code ‘NYSRA26’ to save!
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LIVE IN NYC
NYSRA Restaurant Show Cocktail Party
March 9, 2026 | Location TBA
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LIVE IN NYC
Women in Hospitality Conference, In partnership with Google
June 2 | Google NYC – St. John’s Terminal – 550 Washington St., NYC
More info coming soon!
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Upcoming Leadership Roundtables
Each virtual Hospitality Leadership Roundtable features a monthly topic of discussion, and a town hall session for open conversation and Q&A. Registration links are sent to members in Small Bites Newsletter, Events Newsletter and Saturday mornings.
*Will Resume in January*
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2025 NYSRA & NYSHTA HOSPITALITY SUMMIT | View Photos