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About Us

In existence since 1933, the Wisconsin Restaurant Association is a not-for-profit trade association dedicated to supporting the foodservice industry.

WRA membership includes thousands of foodservice businesses representing virtually every size and style of establishment in the state. Restaurateur Members include fine dining establishments, mom-and-pop supper clubs, small cafes, quickservice outlets, corporate chain restaurants, institutional foodservice operations, catering businesses and hotel and motel foodservices, to name a few. In addition to restaurateur and foodservice operators, WRA has hundreds of Supplier Associate Members that provide goods and services to the restaurant industry.

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WISCONSIN RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION
A STRONG AND VIBRANT HISTORY
Celebrating 90 years, this look back at the Association's history begins in 1931, prior to its official incorporation in 1933. It explores the issues facing restaurants in Wisconsin over the decades and how WRA has served its members and the industry.
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STRATEGIC PLAN
In 2018, WRA leaders and staff engaged in a strategic planning process to help guide the Wisconsin Restaurant Association through the next few years. The association’s mission was revisited and a vision statement was created.
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Five core pillars to advance the association’s mission were also identified. WRA leaders and staff are committed to excellence that amplifies this mission and ensures that we are serving our members well.
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WRA Vision Sheet
By uniting in an association, members gain access to information and services to help them better run and promote their businesses. And, a strong membership gives WRA powerful support in pursuing its mission to provide members the services and tools to be successful through advocacy, education and communication.
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Education Foundation

THE FUTURE OF THE INDUSTRY
The WRA Education Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that has been in existence since 1987 and is one of the nation’s largest state restaurant association foundations. The Foundation serves foodservice operators throughout Wisconsin in its mission to promote foodservice as a professional career path, attract and educate future leaders of the industry and provide affordable, quality training and education for those already working in the industry. It has no dues-paying members and is fully funded through donations, grants, underwriting of programs and program revenue.
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"The WRA offers valuable resources for industry training, networking opportunities, and business support services to help restaurant owners grow and sustain successful operations."

– ERIN STOESZ, OWNER, NORTH AND SOUTH SEAFOOD & SMOKEHOUSE, MADISON

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  • Membership
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      • Manufacturer Rebate Program
      • Employee Retention Credit
      • FICA
      • Lending
      • RestaurantOwner
      • Property & Casualty
      • Workers Compensation
      • Credit Card & Payroll Processing
      • Health Solutions
      • Entertainment
      • Music Licensing
      • Other Products & Services
    • Restaurants
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      • Members Only Login
      • Supplier Member Benefits
      • Interested in Joining
      • Live Events
      • Sponsorships
      • Advertise
      • Donate
      • Get Involved
    • Easy Renew
    • Referral Program
    • Join
  • Resources
    • Members Only
    • Business Support >
      • AskWRA
      • Supplier's Directory
      • National Restaurant Association
      • Laws & Regulations
      • Publications
      • Materials to Purchase
      • Popular Topics
    • For Diners >
      • Dining Guide
      • Gift Certificates
    • Solutions on Staffing
    • Humans Of Hospitality >
      • Humans of Hospitality - Share Your Story
    • Industry Insights >
      • The Pulse
    • Tax Credits
    • News & Alerts
  • Advocacy
  • Events & Training
    • Calendar
    • Events >
      • Live Workshop Presented by Google: Optimizing Your Google Business Profile!
      • Restaurant Resource & Products Roadshow
      • Top 20 Women to Watch
      • Women in Hospitality Conference
      • Cheers to Hospitality
      • WRA Northern Shootout
      • Wisconsin Food & Hospitality Expo
      • Dine for ProStart
    • Food Protection Manager Certification
  • ServSafe
  • Foundation
    • ProStart
    • Scholarships
    • Get Involved >
      • Volunteer
    • Endowment Fund
    • Board of Directors
    • Donate
  • About
    • Our Team >
      • Staff
      • Board of Directors
      • Careers
    • Our Mission
    • Contact Us & Hours
    • Chapters
    • Awards >
      • WIHC Top 20 Women in Hospitality
    • Press Releases