At Your Service and Buyers Guide, Spring 2014

Official Magazine of North Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association

Serviceat your

March 2014 Issue, Vol. 3, Issue 1www.ncrla.org

First Annual N.C. ProStart Invitational

A Time to CelebrateHonoring Our Distinguished Leaders 2014 Buyer’S GuIDeSee center insert for key resources across NC

Letter from the Chair and the PresidentNCRLA Chair Joel Griffin and President/CEO Lynn Minges

A la Carte A sampler of hospitality-related news stories

Welcome New MembersNCRLA welcomes several new members from across North Carolina

upcoming eventsNetwork with North Carolina’s hospitality industry leaders at one of NCRLA’s upcoming events

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ProStart NewsStudents stir up excitement at the N.C. ProStart Invitational

Food Safety NewsGetting a handle on required Employee Health Policies

A Time to CelebrateNorth Carolina’s hospitality industry honors its best and brightest at Taste

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table of contents THANK YOUNCRLA thanks its 2014 Corporate Partners

NCRLA ExECUTIVE BOARd Of dIRECTORS JOEL GRIffIN, ChairGriffin Stafford Hospitality

JIMMY SIzEMORE, Chair-ElectJP Steakhouse, LLC

RANdY KOLLS, TreasurerWashington duke Inn & Golf Club

LANCE TRENARY, SecretaryGolden Corral Corporate

BRAd HURLEY, Immediate Past Chair42nd Street Oyster Bar & Seafood Grill

VINAY PATELTravel & Tourism Board RepresentativeAH&LA Representative SREE Hotels, LLC

BILLY SEWELLNRA RepresentativePlatinum Corral, LLC

LYNN d. MINGES President and CEONCRLA

fRANK GRAYGeneral Counsel and LobbyistJordan Price Wall Gray Jones & Carlton, PLLC

On the Cover: Former NRA Chair Jim Peterson of JP Steakhouse, Van Eure of The Angus Barn, daughter of former NRA Chair Thad Eure Jr., and 2014 NRA Chair Ken Conrad of Libby Hill Seafood

2014 Buyer’s GuideSee center insert for key resources across NC

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With spring upon us, we at NCRLA look forward to the tremendous opportunities to advance the interests of North Carolina’s hospitality industry. This year, we are incredibly excited to have one of our own, Ken Conrad of Libby Hill Seafood, in the chairman’s seat of the National Restaurant Association. Ken has been a fully engaged member of both NCRLA and the NRA for many years, and he assumes the chairmanship at a time when our industry is under many reputational attacks. Ken’s success also helps confirm that the hospitality industry is one of endless opportunities for hard working people from across the state, and from all socio-economic and educational backgrounds. Like many in our industry, he rose through the ranks, beginning his career as a dishwasher in his parents’ restaurant. We look forward to his leadership in this pivotal year.

As you may know, Ken joins three others from North Carolina who have served as chair of the National Restaurant Association. They are the late Thad Eure Jr. of The Angus Barn, Jim Peterson of JP Steakhouse and Ted fowler of Golden Corral. NCRLA honored these leaders with a contribution to the N.C. Hospitality Education foundation during the recent Taste of North Carolina and Stars of the Industry Award Ceremony, which took place at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel & Convention Center on feb. 3. You can see photos from this special evening in this edition.

With this edition of At Your Service, we are pleased to offer our first ever Buyer’s Guide. This guide will showcase the offerings of our diverse selection of Allied Members. from workers comp insurance to beverage products, if your hospitality needs it, it’s in our Buyer’s Guide.

Joel Griffin Lynn d. Minges

At Your ServiceVolume 3, Issue 1An official publication of the N.C. Restaurant & Lodging Association©

OUR STAffPresident & CEOLYNN d. MINGES

Chief Operating OfficerALYSSA BARKLEY, IOM

Membership Coordinator/Office ManagerKRISTIN WORRELL

Marketing & Communications ManagerKAREN A. MANN

Education Programs ManagerRANITA BULLOCK

General Counsel & LobbyistfRANK GRAY

PrinterCHAMBLEE GRAPHICS, INC.

Graphics and designPAIGE HAPPEL fRIddLECreative Concepts & Solutions, (336) 908-0966 or [email protected]

BUSINESS OffICE6036 Six forks RoadRaleigh, N.C. 27609Phone: (919) 844-0098Toll free: (800) 582-8750fax: (919) 844-0190

for advertising and sponsorship inquiries, contact Marketing & Communications Manager KAREN A. MANN at [email protected], (919) 747-2205 or (800) 582-8750

letter from the chair and CEO

Rising through the ranks to leadership

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Students Stir Up excitement

On March 24, 18 student ProStart teams from 12 cities across North Carolina will meet at the durham Convention Center for the first annual N.C. ProStart Invitational. The invitational will include culinary and management competitions, and is designed to showcase the skills of the next generation of North Carolina hospitality professionals.

“We are very excited to host our first in-state ProStart competition in North Carolina,” said Alyssa Barkley, executive director of the N.C. Hospitality Education foundation and COO of NCRLA. NC HEf is the organizer and prime sponsor of the N.C. ProStart Invitational.

“In bringing the competition to our home state, we are building stronger industry support and bringing public awareness to this amazing workforce development program. This competition gives students the opportunity to bring to life the culinary and management skills they have gained through the ProStart program. The competing students have spent countless hours throughout the academic year preparing with the help of their educators and industry mentors, and we are eager for the competition day to arrive.”

Teams in the management event will demonstrate their knowledge of the industry by developing a restaurant proposal, delivering a verbal presentation and applying critical thinking skills to challenges managers face in day-to-day operations. Teams participating in the culinary competition demonstrate their creative abilities through the preparation of a three-course meal in 60 minutes using only two butane burners in addition to exhibiting knife skills and poultry fabrication. The performance of teams in both the management and culinary events is observed and rated by 30 judges from leading colleges and universities and industry professionals.

The winning team from each competition will be sent to Minneapolis, Minn., from May 3-5 to compete against 43 other teams across the country at the 13th annual National ProStart Invitational, hosted by the National Restaurant Association Educational foundation. Winning teams at the N.C. ProStart Invitational will also earn scholarships to post-secondary colleges and universities.

The N.C. ProStart Invitational needs your help to be a success. The invitational is free, and the public is invited to come cheer on the teams. If you

Teams participating in the culinary competitiondemonstrate their creative abilities through the prepartion of a three-course meal in 60 minutes using only two butane burners.

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at the N.C. ProStart Invitational

would like to participate in planned meals and the awards reception, please register by March 3 at www.ncrla.org/prostart. The N.C. ProStart Invitational is sponsored by NC HEf, Golden Corral, US foods, Ecolab, Sysco, Griffin Stafford Hospitality, Pinehurst Resort, The Art Institute, Johnson & Wales University, LongHorn Steakhouse, HRB Universal, Washington duke Inn & Golf Club, Angus Barn, New Town Bistro & Bar, Harpers Restaurant Group, and The Ballantyne Hotel.

If you are interested in being a sponsor, contact Ranita Bullock at (919) 844-0098 ext. 017 or [email protected] and for full competition, details visit www.ncrla.org/prostart. z

ProStart student compete in the culinary section of the 2012 Carolinas ProStart Invitational in Charleston, S.C. this is the first year that north Carolina will have its own ProStart Invitational.

N.C. ProStart Invitational – Tentative Agendadurham Convention Center, 301 West Morgan Street, durham, N.C. 27701

MONdAY, MARCH 247:00 - 8:00 a.m. Registration8:00 - 8:30 a.m. Opening Ceremony8:50 a.m. - 3:25 p.m. Culinary Competition9:55 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. Management Competition11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Lunch2:00 - 3:40 p.m. Management Competition feedback5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Awards Reception

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When North Carolina adopted the 2009 version of the fdA food code, along came some completely new regulations to our state. One of these requirements, the Employee Health Policy requirement, found in Section 2-2 of the code, (http://ow.lytS9L7 ), brings both benefits and challenges to a foodservice operation. The requirement allows foodservice operators to take an active approach to protecting workers, businesses and the public. Unfortunately, when an employee is ill and must be excluded from work, re-staffing a shift or several shifts can be a challenge. Operators may also find themselves making tough calls enforcing the policy with employees who feel that they cannot miss a shift because they need to work.

foodservice operators need to adequately communicate to their employees the dangers of working while sick, the expectations of the policy, and the consequences of violating the policy. The complete overview of this regulation can be found at the link reference above, but here are the reporting highlights:

u The following symptoms are required to be reported to you by your workers:

l Vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever, a lesion containing puss or a boil (on hands, wrists, arms and any part of the body – especially if not appropriately bandaged or covered)

u The following illnesses diagnosed by a health practitioner are required to be reported to you by your workers:

l Norovirus, Hepatitis A Virus, Shigella, Enterohemorrhagic or Shiga-Toxin producing E-coli, Salmonella Typhi

There are other reportable requirements in the code regarding this policy, such as creating plans to reassign the infected worker to non-food-handling duties or complete exclusion until illness passes.

Also, as part of this requirement, foodservice operators must institute an Employee Health Policy Agreement. This document should outline all the symptoms, illnesses and plan for duty reassignment or exclusion from work. You can download the fdA version of the agreement that is the standard accepted by health inspectors by visiting this page on NCRLA’s website: http://www.ncrla.org/displaycommon.cfm?an=1&subarticlenbr=240. Review this document with each worker and have them sign and date it when they are hired. Keep a folder containing all employee forms. This allows you to quickly and easily provide the all employee forms to health inspectors as needed. The template NCRLA is providing also breaks down the illnesses that need to be reported and the problems they can cause your operation, other staff and customers.

By providing this document to your employees and making sure they understand the consequences of working while sick, you are not only protecting

Getting a Handle on Required Employee Health PoliciesCOMMUNICATING TO EMPLOYEES THE dANGERS Of WORKING WHILE SICK

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ApparelAlsco-Raleigh

educationalCarolina food SafetyHospitality Education ServicesHRB UniversalSecure the Score

entertainmentBMIStone Theatres Management

equipment & SuppliesAirgas National WeldersAlsco-CharlotteAlsco-durhamAlsco-KinstonAuthorized Commercial Equipment ServiceAuto-Chlor SystemC.E. Holt Refrigeration, Inc.Carolina Cutlery, Inc.E & S Marketing Solutions, LLCElectroluxfive Star Associates, Inc.frigi-Temp Temperature SolutionsIndustrial Steam Cleaning,a Grease Lock CompanyInterstate Cash Register Company Inc.Jacobi-Lewis CompanyMichael and Son Services of NCMurray Supply Co.National Hospitality SupplyOrrell’s food Service, Inc.Pate dawson CompanyPatrice and AssociatesPiedmont Natural GasQualified Builders, Inc.Quality Linen ServiceRestaurant Technologies, Inc.Salisbury & Moore ConstructionStaples Business AdvantageTarheel Linen Service, Inc.The SealsThermo King of RaleighThompson & Little Inc. Restaurant Supplies and EquipmentTurner Asphalt, Inc.Venture Construction CompanyVGM Client RewardsWB Brawley Companyzackery Michael Commercial Construction

Food & BeverageBiltmore Estate Wine CompanyButterball foodserviceCarolina distillery

Carolina Packers Inc.Carolina Premium deli ProvisionsChandler foods, Inc.Coca Cola Bottling Company ConsolidatedCovington Spirits, LLCdr. Pepperfresh PointfullSteam BreweryGarland Truffles, Inc.Harris IncorporatedHarris-Robinette, Inc.Lakeside Mills, Inc.Larry’s Sausage Company, Inc.Lowcountry ShellfishMBM CorporationMcClancy Seasoning, Co.Mother Earth BrewingMutual distributing CompanyNeomonde Baking CompanyPepsi Bottling VenturesPerformance food Service - IfHRaleigh Brewing CompanyRoyal Cup Coffee-CharlotteRoyal Cup Coffee-RaleighRoyal Cup Coffee-WilmingtonS & d Coffee, Inc.Shelton VineyardsShuler MeatsSouthern Wine & SpiritsSysco food Service Of Raleigh, IncSysco food Services of CharlotteTryon distributing Co.US foods - fort MillUS foods - Raleigh

Maintenance, repairs & ServiceAdam’s 919 PlumbingCRCdari disaster Mitigation and Restoration divisionRoto-Rooter Services Company

Marketing, Promotions & Public relationsAtlantic Creative Communicationsfishbowl, Inc.food News MediaGephart Marketing Solutions, LLCGilbert foodservice, Inc.hCard discountsLoloSmart, LLCNC department Of AgricultureNC Egg AssociationNC Pork Council Inc.NC Sweet Potato CommissionParamount Marketing Group

Professional ServicesAAPARf financialBusiness Insurers of the CarolinasCarolina ProfilesChris Burgin designs LLCConsolidated Planning, Inc.Cranfill Sumner & Hartzog, LLPdesign food GroupEconomy Exterminators, Inc.fHM Insurance Companyfirst Casualty Insurance Group, Inc.flex-Pay Business ServicesHarford MutualHcareersHeartland Payment SystemsIntegrated Pest Management Inc.Jack in the Box-franchise developmentJones Insurance AgencyJordan, Price, Wall, Gray. Jones & CarltonKimball & Company Restaurant Srvc.Kotis Properties, Inc.Littler MendelsonMass Mutual financial GroupNational Restaurant Properties - AshevilleNational Restaurant Properties - Charlotte (Main)National Restaurant Properties - GreensboroNational Restaurant Properties - RaleighNational Restaurant Properties - WilmingtonNorthwin Agency, LLCOndeck Small Business LoansOrkin Commercial Pest Control CharlotteOrkin Commercial Pest Control RaleighParty ReflectionsPerkins, Lund, Collar & Assoc. PLLCPfS Sales CompanyPharos HospitalityPlotWattRetailfirst Insurance GroupSfI Group, Inc.SIA GroupStancil & Co.STRThe Insurance Service CenterTime Warner CableTwin City Insurance

Systems, Technology & TelecommunicationsAmerican ExpressBroadline CableBulk TV & InternetCaptive Aire SystemsEarthlink BusinessIntelligent Technologies, Inc.POS Technology, Inc. z

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AAPrick DayPayroll services, Time recorders148 Wind Chime CourtRaleigh, NC 27615919-845-7055www.aappayroll.com

Adam’s 919 PlumbingTroy TownsendPlumbing3305 durham driveRaleigh, NC 27603919-758-6246www.adams919plumbing.com

Airgas National WeldersMichael TurnerRestaurant equipment/Supplies/Services3101 Stafford driveCharlotte, NC 28208704-930-2129www.nwsco.com

Alsco-CharlotteDrew HallRestaurant equipment/Supplies/Services4700 dwight Evans RoadCharlotte, NC 28217704-586-1707www.alsco.com

Alsco-DurhamDrew HallRestaurant equipment/Supplies/Services1720 E Lawson Streetdurham, NC 27702919-596-2186www.alsco.com

Alsco-KinstonDrew HallRestaurant equipment/Supplies/Services717 Summit AvenueKinston, NC 28501252-523-3191www.alsco.com

Alsco-raleighFreddy MortonUniforms3301 Hillsborough StreetRaleigh, NC 27607919-828-7491www.alsco.com

American expressKenneth ubinasCredit cards, Financial Services, Point of sale systems200 Vesey StreetNew York, NY 10285888-588-0960www.americanexpress.com/merchant

ArF FinancialKarin SilverthornConsultants/Financial, Financial Services11240 Centway Park drive, Unit 101Raleigh, NC 27617866-200-6709www.arffinancial.com/karin

Atlantic Creative Communicationsruss reynoldsLocal store marketing, Marketing & Consulting, Music, Music on hold, TV/Video production174 Mine Lake CourtRaleigh, NC 27615919-832-2220www.accav.com

Authorized Commercial equipment ServiceShannon SykesEquipment sales & Repair, Foodservice equipment/Supplies, Restaurant equipment/Supplies/Services1020 Tuckaseegee Rd.Charlotte, NC 28208704-377-4501www.authorizedinc.com

Auto-Chlor SystemJames HillDish-washing equipment/Supplies, Hotel equipment/Supplies, Sanitation/Janitorial Supplies3201 Wellington Ct. Suite 101Raleigh, NC 27615919-872-1933www.autochlor.com

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Biltmore estate Wine CompanyChris BarnettBeverage (alcoholic)One North Pack SquareAsheville, NC 28801828-225-6768www.biltmore.com

BMIJosh LagersenMusic licensing10 Music Square EastNashville, TN 37203615-401-2877www.bmi.com

Broadline CableMichael LopezCCTV camera systems, Computer Hardware/ Software/Consulting, Security Systems, Telecommunications804 Clanton Road Suite ECharlotte, NC 28217704-780-1069www.shopbroadline.com

Bulk TV & Internetemily BradshawTechnology8537 Six forks RoadRaleigh, NC 27615919-792-1480www.bulktv.com

Business Insurers of the CarolinasJarred ChappellInsurance800 Eastowne drive Suite 208Chapel Hill, NC 27514919-968-4611www.business-insurers.com

Butterball Foodservicerichie JenkinsFood brokers, Food processing & Marketing, Food products/DistributorsOne Butterball LaneGarner, NC 27529919-255-7943www.butterballfoodservice.com

C.e. Holt refrigeration, Inc.Howard PriceEquipment sales & Repair, Foodservice equipment/Supplies, Heating/Air Conditioning, Restaurant equipment/Supplies/Services3316 Gibbon Rd.Charlotte, NC 28269704-333-8489www.ceholt.com

Captive Aire Systemsrobert LuddyExhaust systems4641 Paragon Park RoadRaleigh, NC 27616919-882-2410www.captiveair.com

Carolina Cutlery, Inc.Joseph PovinelliFoodservice equipment/Supplies10920 Southern Loop. Blvd.Pineville, NC 28241704-504-3955www.carolinacutlery.com

Carolina DistilleryKeith NordanBeverage (alcoholic)1001 West AveLenoir, NC 28645828-499-3095www.carolinadistillery.com

Carolina Food SafetyHope McIntoshTraining130 Creekside driveMount Holly, NC 28120704-737-8901www.carolinafoodsafety.com

Carolina Packers Inc.Jimmy ButlerFood processing & Marketing, Food products/Distributors, Frozen foodsPO Box 1109Smithfield, NC 27577919-934-2181www.carolinapackers.com

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Carolina Premium Deli ProvisionsLe roux PelserFood products/Distributors8041 Arrowridge Blvd - fCharlotte, NC 28273216-224-6254

Carolina ProfilesBryan SummersBackground Checks, Human Resources, TrainingPO Box 422Blowing Rock, NC 28605828-295-0091www.carolinaprofiles.com

Chandler Foods, Inc.Jeff ChandlerFood products/Distributors2727 Immanuel RoadGreensboro, NC 27407336-299-1934www.chandlerfoodsinc.com

Chris Burgin Designs LLCChris BurginInterior Designs/Furniture/Restaurants & Lodging710 Market Street #20Chapel Hill, NC 27516919-999-4111www.burgindesigns.com

Coca Cola Bottling Company ConsolidatedMelissa BlalockBeverage (non-alcoholic), Beverage dispensing equipment4100 Coca Cola PlazaCharlotte, NC 28211704-557-4634www.cokeconsolidated.com

Consolidated Planning, Inc.Shelley WalshFinancial Services4201 Congress St #295Charlotte, NC 28209704-770-1931www.cplanning.com

Covington Spirits, LLCJohn W. KimberBeverage (alcoholic)3647 Edgemont driveRaleigh, NC 27612919-697-5352www.covingtonvodka.com

Cranfill Sumner & Hartzog, LLPDan M HartzogLegal services5420 Wade Park Boulevard, Suite 300Raleigh, NC 28607919-863-8705www.cshlaw.com

CrCChad PriceWater & Fire Damage Restoration2410 Reliance Ave.Apex, NC 27539919-467-5517www.callcrc.com

Dari Disaster Mitigation and restoration DivisionChris McGeeWater & Fire Damage Restoration4716 Hilltop RoadGreensboro, NC 27407336-510-4052www.dhgriffin.com

Design Food GroupDouglas PearceConsultants/Foodservice101 Northway CtRaleigh, NC 27615919-846-9488www.designfoodgroup.com

Dr. PepperKenny edwardsBeverage (non-alcoholic)1090 Meadowlands driveWinston Salem, NC 27107336-869-4051

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e & S Marketing Solutions, LLCJeff GrunFoodservice equipment/Supplies445 Clarkson Green PlaceCharlotte, NC 28202704-451-8310www.eandsmarketing.net

earthlink BusinessMolly StaffordInformation services, Technology, Telecommunications, Utilities3301 Benson drive, Ste 200Raleigh, NC 27609919-277-7115

economy exterminators, Inc.Hubert KingPest control2160 N Salem StApex, NC 27523919-362-1000www.economyexterminators.com

electroluxAngelo GrillasEquipment sales & Repair10200 david Taylor driveCharlotte, NC 28262980-236-4209www.electrolux.com/professional

FHM Insurance CompanyJack LemineInsurance4601 Touchton Road East Ste 3150Jacksonville, fL 32246904-724-9890www.fhmic.com

First Casualty Insurance Group, Inc.Gary KunceInsurance190-A Turner StreetSouthern Pines, NC 28387800-352-3416www.fCIGNC.com

Fishbowl, Inc.Joe GabrielMarketing & Consulting44 Canal Center PlazaAlexandria, VA 223141-800-836-1818www.fishbowl.com

Five Star Associates, Inc.Linda PerdueFurniture2830 Montclair RoadWinston Salem, NC 27106336-723-7637

Flex-Pay Business Serviceselizabeth HoneycuttPayroll services711 Coliseum Plaza CourtWinston-Salem, NC 27106336-245-2274www.flex-pay.com

Food News MediaAmber DobsovicMarketing & Consulting, Publications101 Europa drive Suite 150Chapel Hill, NC 27517919-489-1916www.fsrmagazine.com

Fresh PointMatt TunnellFood Delivery Service, Produce203 Trans Air drMorrisville, NC 27560919-459-6690www.freshpoint.com

Frigi-Temp Temperature SolutionsAlan CollinsEquipment sales & Repair, Foodservice equipment/Supplies, Heating/Air Conditioning, Refrigerator equipment/Supplies, Restaurant equipment/Supplies/Services5628 Old Pearce RoadWake forest, NC 27587919-569-0103www.frigitemp.com


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FullSteam BrewerySean Lilly WilsonBeverage (alcoholic)726 Rigsbee Avenuedurham, NC 27701919-225-4982www.fullsteam.ag

Garland Truffles, Inc.Betty GarlandFood products/Distributors, Frozen foods3020 Ode Turner Rd.Hillsborough, NC 27278919-732-3041www.garlandtruffles.com

Gephart Marketing Solutions, LLCDavid GephartMarketing & Consulting, Printing, Uniforms1401 Poplar Lane, Suite 7000Hillsborough, NC 27278919.732.6464www.gephartmarketing.com

Gilbert Foodservice, Inc.Al McGarityMarketing & Consulting4005 Stuart Andrew Blvd.Charlotte, NC 28217704-529-1800www.gilbertfoods.com

Harford MutualInsurance200 North Main StreetBel Air, Md 21014443-640-2317www.harfordmutual.com

Harris IncorporatedJoseph Harris, Jr.Beverage (alcoholic), Beverage (non-alcoholic)3505 Hillsborough Rd.durham, NC 27705919-383-8555 x222www.harrisbud.com

Harris-robinette, Inc.Patrick robinetteFood products/DistributorsPO Box 212Micro, NC 27555252-813-5794www.harrisrobinette.com

hCard DiscountsSandra BurnettAdvertising, Advertising Mobile2231-111 E Millbrook RdRaleigh, NC 27604919-217-2423www.ThehCard.com

HcareersEmployee recruiting400-4789 KingswayBurnaby, BC V5H 0A3303-562-0148800-832-3738x0148www.hcareers.com

Heartland Payment SystemsTammy rigdonCash registers/ Supplies, Credit cards, Payroll services90 Nassau StreetPrinceton, NJ 8542316-425-2537www.heartlandpaymentsystems.com

Hospitality education ServicesSandy CookeEducational materials/Books/Supplies2618-A Battleground Ave #106Charlotte, NC 27408704-574-8112276-613-3334www.raise-the-grade.com

HrB universalBrad PetersBackground Checks, Consultants/Financial, Employee recruiting4000 Eagle Point Corporate driveBirmingham, AL 35242205-924-3399www.hrbuni.com

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Industrial Steam Cleaning,a Grease Lock Companyeric DyerGrease Lock Filter Installation, Kitchen Exhaust Hood Cleaning, Kitchen Exhaust Hood Filter Exchange5317 Marshall Air driveCharlotte, NC 28217980-207-4574www.greasebusters.com

Integrated Pest Management Inc.Beth FaulknerPest control6700 Neatherlands dr Ste fWilmington, NC 28405800-747-5383www.ipmservicesinc.com

Intelligent Technologies, Inc.Jennifer WeathersbyComputer Hardware/ Software/Consulting, Consultants/Financial, Information services, Technology12-C Oak Branch driveGreensboro, NC 27407336-315-3935www.inteltech.com

Interstate Cash register Company Inc.Doug WalkerCash registers/ Supplies, CCTV camera systems, Point of sale systems430 N. first Ave.Knightdale, NC 27545919-266-8181www.interstatecashregister.com

Jack in the Box-Franchise DevelopmentJean Cornett-HerveyFranchise Development9330 Balboa AveSan diego, CA 92123858-571-4091www.jackintheboxinc.com

Jacobi-Lewis CompanyGreg LewisBar equipment/ Supplies, Beverage dispensing equipment, Dish-washing equipment/Supplies, Foodservice equipment/Supplies, Hotel equipment/Supplies, Interior Designs/Furniture/Restaurants & Lodging, Paper products, Refrigerator equipment/Supplies, Restaurant design, Restaurant equipment/Supplies/Services, Sanitation/Janitorial Supplies, Table linens and decorations622 South front StreetWilmington, NC 28401910-763-6201800-763-2433www.jacobi-lewis.com

Jones Insurance AgencyChad PriceInsurance820 Benson RdGarner, NC 27529919-772-0233www.jones-insurance.com

Jordan, Price, Wall, Gray. Jones & CarltonFrank GrayLegal services1951 Clark AvenueRaleigh, NC 27605919-831-4464www.jordanprice.com

Kimball & Company restaurant Srvc.Jack KimballReal estate207 fayetteville St.Raleigh, NC 27601919-782-1110www.kimballandcompany.com

Kotis Properties, Inc.William “Marty” Kotis IIIReal estate1410 Mill Street, Suite 102Greensboro, NC 27408336-574-2000www.kotis.org


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Lakeside Mills, Inc.Kim KingFood products/DistributorsP.O. Box 230Rutherfordton, NC 28139828-286-4866www.lakesidemills.com

Larry’s Sausage Company, Inc.Sheila AbeFood brokers, Frozen foodsP. O. Box 4fayetteville, NC [email protected]

Littler MendelsonJacob John ModlaLegal servicesBank of America Corporate CenterCharlotte, NC 28202704-972-7047www.littler.com

LoloSmart, LLCMichael DerardMarketing & Consulting, Point of sale systems6135 S. Park dr Ste 510Charlotte, NC 28210855-545-5656www.lolosmart.com

Lowcountry ShellfishPaul FiloFood products/Distributors7195 Bryhawke CircleCharleston, SC 29418843-767-9600800.999.2503www.ipswichshellfish.com

Mass Mutual Financial GroupDomenica SantoroConsultants/Financial, Financial Services, Insurance401 Harrison Oaks Blvd Suite 320Cary, NC 27513919-655-1920www.massmutual.com

MBM CorporationJames WatsonFood products/DistributorsP.O. Box 800Rocky Mount, NC 27802252-450-4114www.mbmcareers.com

McClancy Seasoning, Co.reid WilkersonBeverage (non-alcoholic), Food products/DistributorsOne Spice Roadfort Mill, SC 29715803-548-2366www.mcclancy.com

Michael and Son Services of NCJoseph OliveiraEquipment sales & Repair, Heating/Air Conditioning, Lighting/Power, Plumbing, Restaurant equipment/Supplies/Services4001 Atlantic AveRaleigh, NC 27604919-985-5844www.michaelandsonraleigh.com

Mother earth BrewingTrent MooringBeverage (alcoholic)311 N Heritage StreetKinston, NC 28501252-208-2517www.motherearthbrewing.com

Murray Supply Co.Melissa FurchesPlumbing, Water/Water equipment102 W. Third Street #810Winston-Salem, NC 27101336-546-1776www.murraysupply.com

Mutual Distributing CompanyWoody JoynerBeverage (alcoholic), Beverage (non-alcoholic), Food products/Distributors2233 Capital BoulevardRaleigh, NC 27604919-828-3842www.mutualdistributing.com


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National Hospitality SupplyMichael HansBar equipment/ Supplies, Beverage dispensing equipment, Cash registers/ Supplies, Ceiling / Wall Cleaning Services, Cleaning/Sanitation Services, Dish-washing equipment/Supplies, Foodservice equipment/Supplies, Furniture, Hotel equipment/Supplies, Paper products, Party Supplies, Refrigerator equipment/Supplies, Restaurant equipment/Supplies/Services, Safes & Vaults, Sanitation, Sanitation/Janitorial Supplies, Signs, Table linens and decorations, Time recorders, Window Treatments (blinds, shades...)10660 N. Executive Ct.Mequon, WI 53092800-526-8224www.nathosp.com

National restaurant Properties - AshevilleJeff eatherlyBusiness brokers, Real estate16 Arlington StAsheville, NC 28801828-225-4801www.restaurantstores.com

National restaurant Properties - Charlotte (Main)robert (Bob) D. DowdyBusiness brokers, Real estate4425 Randolph Road Suite 300Charlotte, NC 28211704-365-9774www.restaurantstore.com

National restaurant Properties - Greensbororick KnightBusiness brokers, Real estate4140 Clemmons Rd, #305Clemmons, NC 27012336-202-2474www.restaurantstores.com

National restaurant Properties - raleighNeal DePersiaBusiness brokers, Real estate201 W Chatham St, Ste 210Cary, NC 27511919-460-0100www.restaurantstores.com

National restaurant Properties - Wilmingtonrobert NorthrupBusiness brokers, Real estate904 S. College RdWilmington, NC 28403910-616-4900www.restaurantstores.com

NC Department Of AgricultureTim ParrishMarketing & Consulting2 West Edenton St.Raleigh, NC 27699919-733-7912www.goodnessgrows.org

NC egg AssociationJan KellyMarketing & Consulting1939 High House Rd # 102Cary, NC 27519919-319-1195www.ncegg.org

NC Pork Council Inc.Deborah JohnsonInformation services2300 Rexwoods driveRaleigh, NC 27607919-781-0361www.ncpork.org

NC Sweet Potato CommissionSue Johnson LangdonEducational materials/Books/Supplies700 E. Parrish dr. Suite CBenson, NC [email protected]

Neomonde Baking CompanyDeGaulle SalehBakery products10235 Chapel Hill Rd.Morrisville, NC 27560919-469-8009www.neomonde.com

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Northwin Agency, LLCNicholas PinedaInsuranceOne International Blvd.Mahwah, NJ 07495201-661-2462www.northwinagency.com

OnDeck Small Business LoansKira BjornstadFinancial Services1400 Broadway, 25th floorNew York, NY 10018646-412-6471www.ondeckcapital.com

Orkin Commercial Pest Control CharlotteTom CoxPest control10430 - B Harris Oaks BlvdCharlotte, NC 28269704-599-0032www.orkin.com

Orkin Commercial Pest Control raleighPhil HarrisPest control2609 Atlantic Avenue, Suite 115Raleigh, NC 27604919-834-6329www.orkin.com

Orrell’s Food Service, Inc.Pam MyersBakery products, Bar equipment/ Supplies, Beverage (non-alcoholic), Beverage dispensing equipment, Cleaning/Sanitation Services, Coffee/Tea, Dairy products, Dish-washing equipment/Supplies, Food products/Distributors, Frozen foods, Hotel equipment/Supplies, Paper products, Party Supplies, Produce, Refrigerator equipment/Supplies, Restaurant equipment/Supplies/Services, Sanitation/Janitorial Supplies, Table linens and decorations9827 So. NC Hwy 150Linwood, NC 27299336-752-2114 x108www.orrellsfoodservice.com

Paramount Marketing GroupJohnny SmithAdvertising, Consultants/Foodservice, Food processing & Marketing, Local store marketing, Marketing & Consulting11020-C Bailey RoadCornelius, NC 28031704-439-2520855-764-9467www.paramount-mg.com

Party ReflectionsThad WilliamsonEvent and Party Rentals, Party Supplies, Table linens and decorations, Tent rentals2828 Industrial driveRaleigh, NC 27609-7816919-354-2595www.partyreflections.com

Pate Dawson CompanyKaren BakerBeverage dispensing equipment, Dairy products, Food Delivery Service, Food products/Distributors402 Commerce Ct.Goldsboro, NC 27532919-778-3000 x210www.pdco.com

Patrice and AssociatesThomas J Stevens, IIEmployee recruiting, Human Resources4381 Brentwood driveSouth Boston, VA 24592919-659-9710www.patricecareers.com/tstevens

Pepsi Bottling Venturesrandy LasterBeverage (non-alcoholic)3435 Myer-Lee driveWinston Salem, NC 27101800-642-0635www.pepsi.com


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Performance Food Service - IFHeric ShoemakerBakery products, Bar equipment/ Supplies, Beverage (non-alcoholic), Coffee/Tea, Dairy products, Food brokers, Food Cost Repair, Food Delivery Service, Food processing & Marketing, Food products/Distributors, Foodservice equipment/Supplies, Frozen foods, Produce, Seafood543 12TH St. drive NWHickory, NC 28603828-725-6201www.performancefoodservice.com

Perkins, Lund, Collar & Assoc. PLLCMichael PerkinsAccounting2607 Oberlin Rd. Ste. 104Raleigh, NC 27608919-781-1721www.plccpa.com

PFS Sales CompanyThad ellingtonPaper products, Sanitation/Janitorial SuppliesP.O. Box 33255Raleigh, NC 27636919-829-1116x208www.pfssales.com

Pharos HospitalityAdam ZembruskiReal estate320 S Tryon Street Suite 202Charlotte, NC 28202704-333-1818www.pharoshospitality.com

Piedmont Natural GasTony SantoroUtilities2611 Greengate driveGreensboro, NC 27406336-271-5071www.piedmontng.com

PlotWattroger KenneyEnergy conservation/Consulting, Technology807 E. Main Stdurham, NC 27701919-215-6292www.plotwatt.com

POS Technology, Inc.Lou CollieCash registers/ Supplies, Computer Hardware/ Software/Consulting, Credit cards, Point of sale systems991 Aviation Parkway, Suite 200Morrisville, NC 27560919-467-7424www.postechnologyinc.com

Qualified Builders, Inc.Dawn MarshConstruction, Interior Designs/Furniture/Restaurants & Lodging, Restaurant Contractor8801 fast Park dr, Ste 215Raleigh, NC 27617919-784-9280www.qualifiedbuildersinc.com

Quality Linen ServiceDanny GlennHotel equipment/Supplies, Party Supplies, Restaurant equipment/Supplies/Services, Sanitation/Janitorial Supplies, Table linens and decorations, Uniforms110 3rd Street NEHildebran, NC 28637828-397-3875www.kleentechinc.com

raleigh Brewing CompanyKristie NystedtBeverage (alcoholic)3709 Neil StreetRaleigh, NC 27607919-400-9086www.raleighbrewingcompany.com


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restaurant Technologies, Inc.Nick TubbsFoodservice equipment/Supplies, Grease removal, Restaurant equipment/Supplies/Services, Technology241 Burgess RdGreensboro, NC 27409336-848-9542www.rti-inc.com

retailFirst Insurance GroupJames WoodInsurance2310 Commerce Point driveLakeland, fL 33801678-450-5825www.retailfirstinsurance.com

roto-rooter Services CompanyJames JacksonPlumbing1700 Orr Industrial CourtCharlotte, NC 28213704-596-7581www.rotorooter.com

royal Cup Coffee-CharlotteJason ColnCoffee/Tea3010 - f Hutchison Mcdonald RoadCharlotte, NC 28269704-597-5756

royal Cup Coffee-raleighLara IshmanCoffee/Tea3216 Wellington Court, Suite 115Raleigh, NC 27615800-366-5836www.royalcupcoffee.com

royal Cup Coffee-WilmingtonJeff KnippingCoffee/Tea3340-B US Hwy 421 NorthWilmington, NC 28401910-762-1750

S & D Coffee, Inc.Alan HiltonCoffee/Tea300 Concord Parkway SouthConcord, NC 28027800-933-2210x220www.sndcoffee.com

Salisbury & Moore ConstructionJohn SalisburyConstruction1601 Bent RoadWake forest, NC 27587866-989-1109www.salisburymoore.com

Secure the ScoreGeorgia Parrish JamesTrainingPO Box 270Bethel, NC 27812252-531-5562www.securethescore.com

SFI Group, Inc.Scott WheelerInsurance13500-105 NC HWY 50/210Surf City, NC 28445910-329-4443888-324-0140www.quotesfi.com

Shelton VineyardsGeorge DenkaBeverage (alcoholic)286 Cabernet Lanedobson, NC 27017336-366-4724www.sheltonvineyards.com

Shuler MeatsWayne ShulerFood products/Distributors124 Shuler Rd.Thomasville, NC 27360336-476-6477www.shulermeatsweb.com


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SIA GroupW.D. Mills, Jr.Insurance827 Gum Branch RoadJacksonville, NC 28540910-455-7576www.siagroup.net

Southern Wine & SpiritsPaul CriscuoloBeverage (alcoholic)9320 focal PointRaleigh, NC 27617919-836-0300

Stancil & Co.David PiscorikAccounting4909 Windy Hill driveRaleigh, NC 27609919-872-1260www.stancilcpa.com

Staples Business AdvantageChelsie restic-MetcalfCash registers/ Supplies, Furniture, Hotel equipment/Supplies, Paper products, Party Supplies, Printing500 Staples driveframingham, MA 01702877-826-7755www.staplesadvantage.com

Stone Theatres ManagementHerman StoneEntertainment5970 fairview Rd, Ste 600Charlotte, NC 28210704-295-1672www.stonetheatres.com

STrAlllison CowanInformation services735 East MainHendersonville, TN 37075615-824-8664x3329www.strglobal.com

Sysco Food Service Of raleigh, IncGreg WeatherfordFood products/Distributors1032 Baugh RdSelma, NC 27576866-520-2455www.sysco.com

Sysco Food Services of CharlotteJames GillumFood products/Distributors4500 Corporate drive, NWConcord, NC 28027704-786-4500www.sysco.com

Tarheel Linen Service, Inc.Bridget MarshallRestaurant equipment/Supplies/Services, Sanitation/Janitorial Supplies, Uniforms1606 E. Club Blvd.durham, NC 27704919-220-9888www.tarheellinen.com

The Insurance Service CenterJohn MulcahyInsurance1111 Pemberton Hill RoadApex, NC 28304919-622-1214www.iscfay.com

The SealsAndy DinkinRestaurant equipment/Supplies/Services2214 Hogan CourtCharlotte, NC 28270704-507-7707800-231-6814www.theseals.biz

Thermo King of raleighMichael CornettEquipment Rental, Equipment sales & Repair, Foodservice equipment/Supplies, Refrigerator equipment/Supplies, Restaurant equipment/Supplies/Services3740 Centurion drGarner, NC 27529919-773-2003www.tcstk.com


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Thompson & Little Inc. restaurant Supplies and equipmentDan O’QuinnFoodservice equipment/Supplies933 Robeson Stfayetteville, NC 28305910-484-1128www.thompsonlittle.com

Time Warner CableJessica HrehaInformation services, Security Systems, Technology, Telecommunications, Utilities13840 Ballantyne Corporate Place, Ste 200Charlotte, NC 28277704-206-4095www.business.twc.com

Tryon Distributing Co.Angie PackerBeverage (alcoholic), Beverage (non-alcoholic), Training4701 Stockholm Ct.Charlotte, NC 28273704-334-0849www.tryondist.com

Turner Asphalt, Inc.Jackie WilliamsConstructionPO Box 91647Raleigh, NC 27675919-784-0014www.turnerasphalt.com

Twin City InsuranceJason ChapmanInsurance29 South College AveNewton, NC 28658828-464-2643www.twincityinsurance.com

uS Foods - Fort MillHugh ragonFood products/Distributors125 fort Mill Parkwayfort Mill, SC 29715864-254-6265800-624-5244www.usfoods.com

uS Foods - raleighKathi CostenbaderFood products/Distributors1500 NC 39 HWYzebulon, NC 27597919-404-4168www.raleigh.usfoodservice.com

Venture Construction CompanyDan FingerConstruction4-A Terrace WayGreensboro, NC 27403336-852-1946www.ventureconstruction.com

VGM Client rewardsJeff KnipeFood products/Distributors, Foodservice equipment/Supplies224 Chestnut Ridge St.Winter Springs, fL 32708407-257-3438www.client-rewards.net

WB Brawley CompanyBruce BrawleyConstruction, Furniture, Interior Designs/Furniture/Restaurants & Lodging102 Eastwood Road d2Wilmington, NC 28403910-452-2195www.wbbrawley.com

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a la carteA sampler of hospitality-related news stories

CONRAd BECOMES NRA CHAIRKen Conrad of Libby Hill Seafood assumed the chairmanship of the National Restaurant Association during the NRA’s Annual Meeting in January in Charleston, S.C.

Libby Hill Seafood Restaurants is a nine-location company based in Greensboro. Conrad’s parents began the company in 1953 with a single restaurant.

Conrad began his long restaurant-industry career as a cook in one of his parents’ restaurants and later took over operations of that location. He became company president in 1983.

A former chairman of the North Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association, Conrad served on its board for more than 20 years. He was named Restaurateur of the Year in 2007 and received the Griff and June Glover award for outstanding service to the industry. He has been a member of the National Restaurant Association Board of directors since 2004. z

Ken Conrad is inducted as chair of the National Restaurant Association by past Chair Phil Hickey of Miller’s Ale House.


NCRLA co-sponsored a roundtable titled “Immigration Reform: What North Carolina Needs” feb. 19 at the Embassy Suites in Cary (an NCRLA member). Participants included U.S. Rep. Renee Ellmers, ImmigrationWorks USA President Tamar Jacoby and various North Carolina employers and faith leaders. Representatives from the American Hotel & Lodging Association were also on-hand.

during the forum, business leaders from a variety of sectors, including hospitality, agriculture and technology, answered questions from the audience and shared stories about how their businesses suffer when they’re unable to easily hire legal workers. Several members of the group stressed that they are not taking away jobs from American workers by hiring immigrants because they can’t find Americans who are either qualified or willing to take the jobs. Ellmers promised more forums on the subject.

NCRLA would like to thank the Embassy Suites for hosting the event, and AH&LA for helping to coordinate. We will continue to keep you updated on this increasingly important topic. z

ELLMERS LEAdS IMMIGRATION fORUM IN RALEIGH

U.S. Rep. Renee Ellmers addresses the group.

Scott Schaberg of Golden Corral and Cindy Crews of Marriott participated in the panel.


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NCRLA MEMBERS LEARN ABOUT ASSOCIATION GROWTH AT ANNUAL MEETINGNCRLA held its Annual Meeting and spring board meeting on feb. 4 at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel & Convention Center in durham. during the Annual Meeting, which was open to all members, President & CEO Lynn Minges gave an overview of the association’s significant strides in 2013, and opportunities in 2014. Everyone present received a copy of NCRLA’s 2013 Annual Report, which can be downloaded here. The group also heard about workforce and labor issues from the NRA’s Labor & Workforce Policy Manager, Ryan Kearney.

The board then recognized retiring members: Robert Poitras of Carolina Brewery, Steve frabitore of Tupelo Honey Cafe, and Pete Cotter of KIN Restaurants. New directors were elected, officers were elevated, and 2013 Chair Brad Hurley passed the gavel to 2014 Chair Joel Griffin. z

MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARd IN WASHINGTON WITH NCRLANCRLA needs your help this April during both the AH&LA Legislative Action Summit (April 1-2) and the NRA Public Affairs Conference (April 29-30) in Washington d.C. The hospitality industry is facing unprecedented challenges on a variety of legislative fronts from health care and taxes to minimum wage and immigration reform. 2014 will be a critical mid-term election year for hospitality businesses large and small. Congress needs to know how all of these issues affect you and your employees. Join hundreds of industry peers and colleagues in Washington, d.C. Learn about the issues, talk with colleagues and share your story with Congress. They need to know that America Works Here. Contact Kristin Worrell at 919-844-0098, ext. 015 or [email protected] for more details. z

new membersNCRLA welcomes new members from across North Carolina

Axiom Payment SolutionsCarolina food Safety Carolina Profiles, Inc. duckworth’s Grill & Taphouse - Ballantyne duckworth’s Grill & Taphouse - Huntersville duckworth’s Grill & Taphouse - Park Rd Charlotte Economy Exterminators, Inc. Embassy Suites Winston Salem Grille Restaurant & Bar

Hops Supply Co American Gastropub Jones Insurance Agency Mandolin Restaurant Marriott Winston Salem Mia francesca Trattoria Secure the Score, LLCTwin City Quarter WS Prime Steakhouse

Go to www.ncrla.org/membership to learn more about NCRLA and to download a membership application.


2014 NCRLA BOARd Of dIRECTORSKyle AghaNew Town Bistro & Wine Bar

Ed BookCharlotte Marriott City Center

Phil friedmanSalsarita’s fresh Cantina

Peter GrillsCharlotte Area Chapter RepresentativeThe Ballantyne Hotel & Lodge

Christina Larsondarden Restaurants

Randy LasterPepsi Bottling Ventures

Scott MaitlandTop of the Hill Restaurant, Brewery & distillery

Michael MartinoSheraton Imperial Hotel & Convention Center

Kenny MooreHwy 55 Burgers, Shakes & fries

Amber Moshakos LM Restaurants

Eric NelsonSubway Sandwiches and Salads

Robert M. O’HalloranEast Carolina University

R. doyle ParrishSummit Hospitality Group, Ltd.

Milan PatelMilkam Hospitality, Inc.

Tom SasserHarper’s Restaurant

Steve ThanhauserAngus Barn, Ltd.

Charles ThompsonThe Inn on Biltmore Estate

Sterling WebsterHilton Garden Inn z

2014 NCRLA ExECUTIVE COMMITTEEJoel GriffinChairGriffin Stafford Hospitality

Jimmy SizemoreChair ElectJP Steakhouse, LLC

Randy KollsTreasurerWashington duke Inn & Golf Club

Lance TrenarySecretaryGolden Corral Corporate

Brad HurleyImmediate Past Chair42nd Street Oyster Bar & Seafood Grill

Vinay PatelTravel & Tourism Board LiaisonSREE Hotels

Billy Sewell NRA RepresentativePlatinum Corral, LLC

Lynn d. Minges (Non-voting)President & CEO NCRLA

frank Gray (Non-voting)General Counsel and LobbyistJordan Price Wall Gray Jones & Carlton, PLLC z


them, you are protecting your customers, and ultimately your bottom line. The bad PR and low customer confidence caused by foodborne illness outbreaks can ultimately close a business forever.

for questions on this rule or any other portion of the fdA food code, health inspections or sanitation scores, please contact NCRLA’s health and safety expert Alyssa Barkley at 919-844-7883 or by email at [email protected]. z

Hospitality leaders from across North Carolina networked, dined and honored colleagues during the 2014 Taste of North Carolina gala and Stars of the Industry award ceremony, feb. 3 at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel & Convention Center in durham. The night began with remarks by 2014 National Restaurant Association Chair Ken Conrad of Libby Hill Seafood, who discussed how he rose from being a dishwasher in his parents’ restaurant to leading the company. He also talked about his vision for his year as NRA chair and encouraged members to guard against reputational attacks on the industry by those who dismiss its economic impact. following Conrad’s remarks, NCRLA honored Conrad along with North Carolina’s three other former NRA heads: Thad Eure Jr. of The Angus Barn (1978), represented by daughter Van Eure; Ted fowler of Golden Corral (2001), represented by James Maynard; and Jim Peterson of JP Steakhouse (1988).

2014 NCRLA Board of directors Chair Joel Griffin of Griffin Stafford Hospitality and 2013 Chair Brad Hurley of 42nd Street Oyster Bar & Seafood Grill then presented the Stars of the Industry Awards:

u Hospitality Champion of the Year: Sen. Tom Apodaca

u Griff & June Glover Award for distinguished Service: Robert Poitras of Carolina Brewery

u Restaurateur of the Year: Lou and Joy Moshakos of LM Restaurants

u Lodging Operator of the Year: Joel Griffin and doug Stafford of Griffin Stafford Hospitality

u Hospitality Supplier of the Year: Jeff Grun of E&S Marketing

u Lodging Employee of the Year: James Mcdermott of Homewood Suites by Hilton Olmsted Village

u Restaurant Employee of the Year: Jane Wong of The Umstead Hotel & Spa

following the ceremony, guests mingled, dined on delicious food prepared by Mike Martino’s team at the Sheraton, enjoyed North Carolina craft beverages and chatted with ProStart students from Statesville who worked the action stations throughout the ballroom. z

TASTE Of NORTH CAROLINA WOULd NOT HAVE BEEN POSSIBLE WITHOUT THE GENEROSITY Of OUR MANY SPONSORS:

PLATINuM• fHM• Heartland• N.C. department of Agriculture• Party Reflections• Pepsi Bottling Ventures• SIA Group• S&d Coffee• US foods

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SILVer• Beam Global• freshPoint• Pernod Ricard USA• Piedmont Natural Gas• Southern Wine & Spirits

North Carolina’s Hospitality Industry Honors its Best and Brightest at Taste

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PRESENTATION Of THE STARS Of THE INdUSTRY AWARdS



Van Eure of the Angus Barn, Jim Peterson of JP Steakhouse and Ken Conrad of Libby Hill Seafood chat prior to the awards ceremony.

Sen. Tom Apodaca gives an animated speech after receiving the Hospitality Champion Award.

Ed Book of the Marriott City Center in Charlotte, NCRLA President & CEO Lynn Minges and Justin Karas of Newk’s Cafe chat during the gala.

2014 National Restaurant Association Chair Ken Conrad of Libby Hill Seafood shares his vision for the hospitality industry.

2014 NCRLA Chair Joel Griffin of Griffin Stafford Hospitality laughs with Ken Conrad prior to the ceremony.

Jeff Grun from E&S Marketing accepts the Hospitality Supplier of the Year Award.

doug Stafford of Griffin Stafford hospitality pauses to shake hands with his partner, Joel Griffin, during the Stars of the Industry Awards ceremony.

Lodging Employee of the Year James Mcdermott of Homewood Suites by Hilton Olmsted Village in Pinehurst receives his award from Joel Griffin and Brad Hurley.


Restaurateurs of the Year Lou and Joy Moshakos of LM Restaurants thank the audience.

Lou Moshakos chats with friends during the gala.

2013 Chair Brad Hurley of 42nd Street Oyster Bar & Seafood Grill and 2014 Chair Joel Griffin of Griffin Stafford Hospitality

Left-right: NCRLA President & CEO Lynn Minges; Golden Corral COO Lance Trenary; 2014 NRA Chair Ken Conrad of Libby Hill Seafood; James Maynard, representing former NRA Chair Ted fowler of Golden Corral; former NRA Chair Jim Peterson of JP Steakhouse; and Van Eure of The Angus Barn, representing her father, former NRA Chair Thad Eure Jr.

Robert Poitras of Carolina Brewery receives the Griff & June Glover Award for Outstanding Service from Brad Hurley.

Restaurant Employee of the Year Jane Wong of The Umstead Hotel & Spa receives her award from Joel Griffin.

Lance Trenary of Golden Corral presents personal funding for a $30,000 scholarship in honor of Golden Corral President and CEO Ted fowler to NC HEf Executive director Alyssa Barkley as Lynn Minges looks on.

ProStart students gain valuable skills and experience during Taste of North Carolina. 1 6 A t Y o u r S e r v i c e M A R C H 2 0 1 4


Throughout the year, the N.C. Restaurant & Lodging Association hosts several events that are open to members and the hospitality industry. We also provide event information for the National Restaurant Association and the American Hotel and Lodging Association.

March 24, 2014N.C. ProStart Invitational, durham Convention Center

April 1, 2014AH&LA Stars of the Industry Awards Breakfast, JW Marriott, Washington, d.C.

April 1-2, 2014AH&LA Legislative Action Summit, JW Marriott, Washington, d.C.

April 29-30, 2014NRA Public Affairs Conference, Washington, d.C.

May 3-10, 2014National Travel & Tourism Week

May 3-4, 2014National ProStart Invitational, Minneapolis, Minn.

May 17-20, 2014Annual NRA Show, McCormick Place, Chicago, Ill.

May 18-19, 2014International Wine, Spirits & Beer Event (with NRA Show), McCormick Place, Chicago, Ill.

May 21, 2014Rally in Raleigh, Big Ed’s, Raleigh

June 2, 2014Charlotte Chapter Golf Tournament, firethorn Golf Club

upcoming events and webinarsNetwork with North Carolina’s hospitality industry

leaders at one of NCRLA’s upcoming events

June 3, 2014Board Meeting (location TBd)

Septemberfood Safety Awareness Month

October 27, 2014Board of directors Meeting, The Angus Barn, Raleigh

October 27, 2014Manteo to Murphy PAC Event, The Angus Barn, Raleigh

Nov. 2-3, 2014future of Hospitality Benefit and Golf Classic, North Ridge Country Club, Raleigh

Visit www.ncrla.org for more information and event updates. z

Taste of North Carolina was held feb. 3 at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel & Convention Center in durham.


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