2026 Call for Board of Directors Nominations

The Connecticut Restaurant Association (CRA) is seeking passionate and engaged leaders to serve on our CRA Board of Directors and the Connecticut Hospitality Educational Foundation (CHEF) Board of Directors. This is an opportunity to help shape the future of Connecticut’s restaurant and hospitality industry, strengthen our workforce, and advance the programs and policies that keep our industry thriving. Read more.

Please complete this form to express your interest in serving on the CRA or CHEF Board of Directors. Once your application and references are received, the CRA will review your submission and contact you regarding next steps and available opportunities.

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* 1. Personal Information:

Full Name:

Email:

Mobile Phone:

Business/Organization Name:

Business Location (town):

Position/Title:

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* 2. Board Preference (select one)

I am interested only in opportunities to serve on the Connecticut Restaurant Association Board of Directors

I am interested only in opportunities to serve on the Connecticut Hospitality Educational Foundation Board of Directors

I am interested in opportunities to serve on either the Connecticut Restaurant Association or Connecticut Hospitality Educational Foundation Board of Directors

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* 3. Industry Qualification (select one)

Restaurant / Foodservice: I am an owner or managing partner for a restaurant, caterer, event venue, or other food service business

Hotel / Lodging: I am an owner, managing partner, or President & CEO of a hotel or other lodging property

Education / Non-Profit: I am an industry professional, educator, or non-profit business leader dedicated to culinary education, workforce development, skills training and inclusive career pathways.

Other (please specify)

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* 4. Candidate Experience and Related Skills (check all that apply)

Restaurant & Hospitality Industry leadership

Industry advocacy (local, state, or national)

Government relations, government affairs, public relations

Board or Commission management or leadership

Non-profit leadership, grant writing, fundraising, or development

Education, skills training, mentorship, career development

Culinary education or skills training

Workforce development, re-entry/second chance programs

Industry event management and fundraising

Industry promotion, marketing, or media relations

Other (please specify)

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* 5. What experiences, skills, or qualifications make you a strong candidate for the Board? Please be specific.

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* 6. Candidate Biography: To be considered, nominations must include either an uploaded résumé or biography, or a link to an online professional profile (e.g., LinkedIn).

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* 7. Candidate Biography: To be considered, nominations must include either an uploaded résumé or biography, or a link to an online professional profile (e.g., LinkedIn).

Enter link or url to online bio:

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* 8. References: Please provide the contact information for two professional references who can speak to your qualifications and character.

Name / Email / Phone:

2026 Call for Board of Directors Nominations

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* 1. Personal Information:

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* 2. Board Preference (select one)

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* 3. Industry Qualification (select one)

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* 4. Candidate Experience and Related Skills (check all that apply)

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* 5. What experiences, skills, or qualifications make you a strong candidate for the Board? Please be specific.

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* 6. Candidate Biography: To be considered, nominations must include either an uploaded résumé or biography, or a link to an online professional profile (e.g., LinkedIn).

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* 7. Candidate Biography: To be considered, nominations must include either an uploaded résumé or biography, or a link to an online professional profile (e.g., LinkedIn).Enter link or url to online bio:

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* 8. References: Please provide the contact information for two professional references who can speak to your qualifications and character.

* 7. Candidate Biography: To be considered, nominations must include either an uploaded résumé or biography, or a link to an online professional profile (e.g., LinkedIn).

Enter link or url to online bio: