AT YOUR SERVICE MONTHLY MEMBER NEWSLETTER SEPTEMBER 2013
Indiana Restaurant & Lodging Association Reinforces Commitment to Food Safety During National Food Safety Month The Indiana Restaurant & Lodging Association (InRLA) announced today that it will actively support the National Restaurant Association’s annual National Food Safety Month (NFSM) in September by showcasing its commitment to food safety education and training. This year’s annual food safety campaign spotlights the increasing importance of food allergen awareness and serves to build public awareness of the restaurant and foodservice industry’s commitment to excellence in all aspects of food safety education and training. Food allergies are on the rise, already affecting more than 15 million Americans. To enhance their safety whenever they dine out, the National Restaurant Association (NRA) has recently partnered with FARE (Food Allergy Research & Education) to create a new training program for all foodservice workers, the ServSafe Allergens™ Online Course. Learn more at FoodAllergens.com. National Food Safety Month 2013 is sponsored by SCA, a global hygiene company and makers of the Tork® brand of away-from-home paper products.
RESTAURATEURS FIND ALLERGY AWARENESS IMPORTANT TO DINERS, DOESN'T INCREASE COSTS Awareness for potential food allergy issues is increasing across the state, according to data collected by a recent FoodVoice survey.
A majority of restaurant operators said that accommodating allergy issues was very important. While nut and gluten allergies were the most commonly cited issues, operators were aware of and had modifications available for those allergic to dairy, shellfish, eggs and soy, as well. Half of restaurant operators said they offer specific gluten-free menu items. A quarter of those surveyed said they had special training for their wait staff to make patrons aware of potential allergy issues. Another 20% said they had menu disclaimers in place. Respondents noted this awareness created the need for special staff training and better crosscontamination procedures. Half of respondents said that accommodating food allergies has increased restaurant profits.
THINGS YOU CAN DO TO PROMOTE FOOD SAFETY: • • • • • •
Conduct a series of food safety training activities for all employees. Engage your staff with contests or games offering prizes to encourage participation. Promote NFSM throughout your operation using posters to highlight key practices and procedures. Encourage staff to participate in the NRA social media contest highlighting food allergen and food safety awareness. Ensure that all staff watch and discuss two new NFSM videos highlighting the latest food safety information and protective practices. Promote National Food Safety Month, and your involvement in this national campaign, on your website, blog, social media channels. Page 1
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PATRICK TAMM InRLA President DEBRA SCOTT InRLA Director of Operations TOM JOHNSON InRLA Director of Finance CONNIE VICKERY InRLA Director of Government Affairs STEPHANIE HIGGINS InRLA Director of Events STACY QUASEBARTH InRLA Director of Communications EMILY WALDRON InRLA Director of First Impressions
INDIANA RESTAURANT & LODGING ASSOCIATION 200 S. Meridian St. Suite 350 Indianapolis, IN 46225 www.InRLA.org
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CONTENTS 1
National Food Safety Month
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InRLA STAFF
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REVISED GSA PER DIEM RATES
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EMPLOYER NOTICES REGARDING HEALTH CARE EXCHANGE DUE OCT. 1, 2013
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RESTAURANT MENU TRENDS: 10 MORE WAYS TO GROW YOUR PRIVATE DINING SERVICE
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INDIANA RIGHT TO WORK LAW CHALLENGED
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COURT DENIES NLRB PETITION IN EMPLOYER POSTING RULE
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BECOME A VETERAN OPPORTUNITY PARTNER
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InRLA GALA: CELEBRATING AS AN INDUSTRY
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SUPPORT InRLA ASSOCIATE MEMBERS
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NRA’S MARKETING EXECUTIVES GROUP (MEG) FALL CONFERENCE
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REVISED GSA PER DIEM RATES RECEIVE SUPPORT OF LODGING INDUSTRY CONUS Rates Increased to $83
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA) applauds the General Services Administration’s (GSA) federal per diem rates for FY2014, effective October 1, 2013: “The FY 2014 per diem rates released today by GSA are welcome news for government travelers who stay in hotels while traveling on government business,” said Katherine Lugar, AH&LA president/CEO. “These rates, which are calculated to reflect actual market room rates, are a key component of an efficient federal travel policy. The methodology used to establish the rates released today ensure that federal travelers will be able to find hotel rooms at a good value to the federal government.” Federal per diem rates, used by government travelers to obtain hotel rooms at a standard discount, are established each year based on actual market data compiled and provided by Smith Travel Research. The methodology received a strong endorsement from the Government Travel Advisory Committee (GTAC) in July. The committee was established to review existing federal travel policies and to advise the federal government in establishing travel polices in an effective and efficient manner at the lowest logical travel cost. GTAC members are travel professionals from various private sector industries. One member, Paul Somogyi, director sales, middle market, government & affinity segments for Marriott International, has brought a great deal of valuable insight to the committee. The standard continental United States (CONUS) per diem rate that is not listed as specific destinations was increased to $83 per night. That rate, which is reviewed every three years, was previously $77 per night. Reflecting the reduction of federal travel spending and demand for rooms, Washington, D.C. per diem rates were reduced to $219 from $226 for the heavy fall travel season and from $169 to $167 during the summer months. The complete list of federal per diem rates can be found at www.gsa.gov/perdiem.
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Employer Notices Regarding Health Care Exchange Due Oct.1, 2013 By Jim White, Katz, Sapper & Miller While the employer mandate has been delayed until 2015, most of the other provisions of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA or ObamaCare) are still on target to take effect as originally proposed. One important deadline is the Oct. 1, 2013 notice requirement created by Section 1512 of the PPACA. This notice requirement applies to all employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), even if the employer does not offer a health insurance plan to its employees. Does FLSA apply? In general, the FLSA applies to any employer engaged in interstate commerce who employs one or more people and whose sales are greater than $500,000 per year. In addition to operating businesses, the FLSA also applies to the following types of entities: • • • • •
Hospitals Institutions primarily engaged in the care of the sick, the aged, or the mentally ill or developmentally disabled who live on the premises Pre-school, elementary or secondary school, or institutions of higher learning School for mentally or physically handicapped or gifted children Federal, state, or local government agency
Employers can utilize the Department of Labor’s (DOL) assessment tool to determine if the FLSA applies to their business: www.dol.gov/elaws/esa/flsa/scope/screen24.asp Who should receive the notice? FLSA-covered employers must provide a notice of coverage options to all current employee (full- or part-time). Employers are not required to provide a separate notice to dependents or any other non-employees covered or eligible for the health plan.
What should the notice include? The notice must inform employees of their coverage options and should include information regarding the new Health Insurance Marketplace (Marketplace), also known as state exchanges. Specifically, the notice should include: • • •
Contact information for and services provided by the Marketplace Information on how an employee may be eligible for a premium tax credit if they purchase coverage through the exchange A statement that if an employee purchases a plan through the exchange, they could lose their employer contribution to any health benefits offered by the employer
A sample notice can be found on the DOL’s website: www. dol.gov/ebsa/healthreform. (Note: The website includes one sample notice for employers who offer a health plan and a second sample notice for employers who do not offer a health plan.) When does the notice need to be provided? The employer must provide the notice to all current employees (full- or part-time) by Oct. 1, 2013. Any new employee hired on or after Oct. 1, 2013 should receive the notice no later than 14 days after their start date. The notice must be in writing and can be delivered in any one of three ways: 1. Employers may hand deliver the notice to each employee 2. Employers may mail the notice via first-class U.S. Mail to each employee 3. Employers may deliver the notice electronically to each employee if the DOL’s electronic disclosure safe harbor requirements are met (29 CFR 2520.104b-1(c)) Jim White is a member of Katz, Sapper & Miller’s Restaurant Services Group. For more information on the PPACA and how it will affect your business, contact Jim at 317.452.1908 or jwhite@ ksmcpa.com.
The National Restaurant Association has created a member-exclusive tool to help restaurateurs notify their employees about exchanges. The online tool, at Restaurant.org/Notify, lets employers create a customized portal where they can direct employees for the FLSA-required notice, and track the employees who have been notified. Page 6
Restaurant Menu Trends: Ten more ways to grow your private dining service by Crystal Grave; founder, president and CEO of Snappening.com This is the second of a two-part series highlighting results from the "What's Hot in 2013" survey. The first part of our series ran in July's newsletter and can be viewed online at http://issuu.com/indianarestaurantassociation/docs/july2013 newsletter_2395b571f90b60/14. Previously, we spoke about the top 10 trends in “what’s hot” for restaurants as identified by the National Restaurant Association. This year’s “What’s Hot in 2013” survey rounded out the second half of its list with these menu trends: 11. Farm/estate branded items 12. Non-wheat noodles/pasta (e.g. quinoa, rice, buckwheat) 13. Non-traditional fish (e.g. branzino, Arctic char, barramundi) 14. Ethnic-inspired breakfast items (e.g. Asian-flavored syrups, Chorizo scrambled eggs, coconut milk pancakes) 15. Fruit/vegetable children’s side items 16. Health/nutrition 17. Half-portions/smaller portions for a smaller price 18. House-made/artisan ice cream 19. Black/forbidden rice 20. Food trucks Farm-to-Fork Dining Diners are more interested than ever about the origin of their food. There’s also a greater interest than ever in supporting local farmers and community. Buying local supports farms, provides area jobs, is better for the environment and puts money back into the community. Let’s not forget the quality! Local foods and ingredients are served at the peak of freshness, which means they’re full of flavor and nutrients. Be sure to highlight these fresh ingredients on your menu. Serving fresh local food is a great way to set your restaurant and private dining menus apart from the competition! Plus, what’s more fun for out-oftown convention travelers who enjoy local corn, asparagus, strawberries, blueberries, handmade ice creams and more? That’s not just a menu; that’s an experience.
We all scream for fresh ice cream! House-made/artisan ice cream was voted the #1 dessert by nearly 1,800 professionals. Farm-fresh milk, eggs and cream are the base for a delicious artisan ice cream. Seasonal ingredients, including locally grown fruits, paired with hand-chopped chocolates, caramels, candies, nuts or cookies can make for unique ice cream menu flavors that customers of any age will enjoy. Don’t forget to carry some of your favorites from the primary dining menus over to your special event menus – this offers the sort of customization that meeting and event planners enjoy and remember. Mobile Meals Still Trendy Food trucks are popping up regularly at local outdoor events—including food truck festivals where dining customers can tempt their taste buds with a variety of flavors. A food truck provides a great opportunity to introduce new and existing customers to a sampling of your private dining (or in-house) menu. Consider showcasing some of your signature dishes, as well as a few seasonal or artisanal options, to highlight your restaurant’s delicious culinary skills. To read more about the forecasted trends and for the complete What's Hot in 2013 survey results online at http:// www.restaurant.org/Downloads/PDFs/News-Research/ WhatsHotFood2013.pdf. Snappening.com is an online event planning database that contains central Indiana's most comprehensive list of meeting and event venues—including restaurants. Since its 2011 launch, the site has provided over 130,000 consumers, venues and professional planners with an online service that makes event venue and event planner searches quick and easy, as well as provides highly localized event planning inspiration, tips and tools. Feel free to poke around on the site to see for yourself how helpful we are and perform your own searches. We estimate we'll save you anywhere from 4-8 hours of your own time by bringing all your options together in one well-appointed location.
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Indiana Right to Work Law Challenged An Indiana Superior Court Judge in Lake County has declared Indiana’s Right-to-Work Law unconstitutional. However, the effect of that ruling has been put on hold pending an appeal. In the meantime Indiana employers need not take any action but should be on the watch for later legal developments in the continuing battle over “Right-to-Work”. Background On February 1, 2012, Indiana became the 23rd state to adopt a statute that prohibits private employers and unions from entering into agreements that compel union membership and the payment of dues and fees as a condition of employment. This so-called Right-to-Work law was the focus of intense partisan debate, which led to a five-week boycott of the Indiana House, before it was eventually passed by the Indiana General Assembly. Since then Michigan became the 24th state to pass a Right-to-Work law. One year later, six individuals and the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 150, AFL-CIO filed a five-count complaint in the Lake County Superior Court in Hammond, Indiana challenging the constitutionality of Indiana’s Right-toWork law. On September 5, 2013 the court declared the Right-to-Work law unconstitutional because it has the effect of requiring unions to provide services without just compensation. The court’s order deferred any relief pending appeal by any party. Needless to say, the Indiana State Attorney General has promised an immediate appeal to the Indiana Supreme Court. How that appeal ultimately turns out is uncertain but the Attorney General is confident that the Right-to-Work law will be upheld. What Is “Right-to-Work”? Most private, non-governmental employers are covered by the provisions of the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), sometimes referred to as the Taft-Hartley Act. Until 1947, the law allowed a union and an employer to agree that employees must join the union within 30 days or be fired. That law still allows a “Union Security Clause” to be included in collective bargaining agreements, but in 1947, a provision, Section 14(b), was added to the law. It permitted states to prohibit agreements that would require union membership as an employment condition. Basically, a state could pass a law that gave employees the “right to work” without having to become a union member. Page 8
What the Indiana “Right-to-Work” Law Provides Indiana’s Right-to-Work law makes it a Class A misdemeanor for a person to knowingly or intentionally, directly or indirectly require an individual to: • Become or remain a member of a labor organization; • Pay dues, fees or other charges to a labor organization; or • Pay to a charity or another third-party an amount that represents dues, fees or other charges required of members of a labor organization as a condition of employment or continuation of employment. It’s important to note that nothing in the law prohibits employees from voluntarily choosing to become union members and pay dues. Any contract, agreement or practice between an employer and a labor organization that does compel union membership, dues or charity payments is unlawful and void. The Legal Challenge to the Law The challenge to the Right-to-Work law was based on four arguments based on the Indiana Constitution: 1) denial of equal protection; 2) infringement of free speech; 3) an ex post facto law; and 4) it requires the union to provide services to individual employees without them having to pay for those services. The court in its seven-page Order dismissed all claims except for the claim based on requiring services without just compensation. The court relied on Article I, Section 21 of the Indiana Constitution that provides: “No person’s particular services shall be demanded, without just compensation.” The court reasoned that because Indiana’s Right-to-Work law made it a criminal offense (Class A misdemeanor) for a union to receive just compensation (in the form of union dues) for particular services it provides to employees, the law was unconstitutional. The Attorney General will be arguing to the Indiana Supreme Court that the provision of the Indiana Constitution, relied upon by the court, only applies to the services of individuals and not to entities like unions. Effect on Indiana Employers? – Not yet Fortunately the court stayed the effect of its ruling, so at this time there is nothing for Indiana employers to do other than to watch for the ultimate decision of the Indiana Supreme Court in the coming months. SOURCE: WWW.HALLRENDER.COM
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Court denies NLRB petition in employer posting rule The full U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia denied a petition yesterday by the National Labor Relations Board for a hearing on a three-judge panel’s May decision to strike an NLRB regulation that would have required businesses to display a poster advising employees of their rights under the National Labor Relations Act. The latest rejection by the full DC Court of Appeals follows a similar ruling by the full U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit last month. The NLRB announced the poster requirement in August 2011 despite widespread concerns by the business community. It would have forced nearly all private-sector employers to post a new federal workplace notice that detailed employees’ rights to organize and have unions represent them as to wages, hours, and other conditions of employment with their employer under the National Labor Relations Act. In response, the NRA and more than 30 state restaurant associations filed comments with the NLRB voicing their objections to the mandate, calling it a marketing tool to make it easier for unions to organize workforces. Notwithstanding those objections, the NLRB moved forward with the posting regulation, and a number of business organizations sued to have the mandate overturned. The NLRB has 90 days from yesterday’s decision to petition the U.S. Supreme Court for review.
Become A Veteran Opportunity Partner Since its establishment in 1945, the Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs (IDVA) has remained focused on aiding and assisting "Hoosier" veterans, and qualified family members or survivors, who are eligible for benefits or advantages provided by Indiana and the U.S. government. By joining the Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs as a Veteran Opportunity Partner (VOP), you are taking an important step in supporting our Veterans. There are two ways you can become a Veteran Opportunity Partner: 1. You are an employer in the state of Indiana who would like to advertise jobs to Veterans. Please fill out this form to become a VOP with Employment Opportunities: http://www.in.gov/dva/2678.htm 2. You are a business owner or educational institution in the state of Indiana who would like to offer Veterans discounts, services, educational opportunities, or other benefits. Please fill out this form to become a VOP that offers services to Veterans: http://www.in.gov/ dva/2689.htm
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Employers or other people interested in becoming a Veteran Opportunity Partner may contact the Indiana Department of Veterans' Affairs for more information at 317-232-3910 or toll free at 1-800400-4520.
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CELEBRATING INDUSTRY LEADERS & JOHN LIVENGOOD’S 23 YEAR CAREER & RETIREMENT TICKETS $150 per person The Indiana Restaurant & Lodging Association is rounding its first year of successfully merging the restaurant & lodging industries into one strong organization.
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Establishing a strong relationship with your local distributors and suppliers is a critical step in making your business a success. Picking the right companies as supplier partners ensures your access to reliable services, consistent supply lines, better delivery, the newest products and the best values. That's why you should use the associate members listed in our InRLA Vendor Directory listed on our website. The InRLA Vendor Directory makes it easy to find the vendor of the products and services you need listed categorically. Go to http://www.indianarestaurants.org/ SearchVendor.asp. The best part is, they want you as a customer. It is in their best interest to have you succeed and prosper. They have shown their commitment to the industry, and your success by joining the InRLA as association members! The better you do, the better they do. It's a simple formula that adds up to recurring business and profits for everyone.
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National Restaurant Association’s Marketing Executives Group (MEG) Fall Conference Condenses Two Days of Content into 24-Hour Powwow With so many topics and so little time, the National Restaurant Association’s Marketing Executives Group (MEG) announces a new 24-hour format for its upcoming fall conference taking place at the Hyatt Grand in Downtown Denver October 23 and 24. Registration, which includes all meeting materials, meals and breaks, is now open. Those registering by July 31 save $100 on the registration fee. MEG Fast-Forward: Big ideas for Marketing Executives Short on Time begins at 12 noon on Wednesday, October 23 and concludes 24 hours later yet covers two full days of content. The TED Talks-style conference will feature industry influencers, tastemakers, and proven leaders who will share their knowledge and expertise with attendees. “We are excited about the new format for MEG. To help meet attendee needs, it was important to create an event that delivers rich content and ample networking opportunities in a timeframe that works for today’s busy marketers,” said Julia Kanouse, Vice President Strategic Marketing, National Restaurant Association. Among the noted speakers at this year’s conference is Lane Cardwell, 35-year industry veteran and former CEO of Boston Market who will recount how Boston Market bet the farm and won with a turnaround strategy that has the once iconic chain back on its feet and expanding with three years of consecutive monthly sales increases. Business strategist, best-selling author and consultant Kaihan Krippendorff will share some insight on his proven methodology that can help companies and individuals outthink the competition. Krippendorff has been featured on Fox Business, MSNBC, and National Public Radio, just to name a few. His fourth and most comprehensive book, Outthink the Competition: How a New Generation of Strategists Sees Options Others Ignore, is a go-to guide for today’s leading executives. Other topics to be discussed include social media and “The Dos and Don’ts for Restaurants on Tumblr,” as well as increasing sales through beverage marketing. Additional speakers and topics will be announced later this month. MEG gets underway October 23 with lunch at 12 noon and concludes with lunch the following day. In between are relevant sessions, keynote addresses, and networking opportunities during cocktails and dinner. Registration for MEG’s bi-annual conference is now open and is $295 per person for NRA member and $795 for non-members. On August 1 the price increases to $395 for NRA members and $895 for non-members. Those who wish to attend the Restaurant Innovation Summit following MEG can do so at no additional charge. Attendees will also receive a special nightly rate at the Hyatt Grand in Downtown Denver. To register for MEG’s bi-annual conference taking place October 23 and 24 in Denver, visit www.restaurant.org/megevent. For sponsorship opportunities, contact Gregg LeBlanc at gregg@marketingkarma.biz. Founded in 1980, MEG is one of 10 non-profit study groups established by the National Restaurant Association. This community of restaurant marketing professionals convenes twice annually to raise the level of industry excellence by connecting with one another to inspire, teach and challenge each other professionally.
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General Hotels to Run Teaching Hotel for Arc of Indiana The Arc of Indiana has selected InRLA member General Hotels Corp. to operate its teaching property in Muncie. Executives with the planned $20 million hotel say it will provide an opportunity for Hoosiers with disabilities to receive job training by working and even owning shops within the building. The Arc of Indiana announced today that General Hotels Corporation has been selected as the management company for the teaching hotel that will be built in conjunction with a hospitality training center in Muncie, Indiana. Kim Dodson, Associate Executive Director of The Arc of Indiana and CEO of The Arc Development Group said, “We could not be happier with our selection of General Hotels Corporation to manage the teaching hotel. From the start, General Hotels has embraced the goals of this exciting project – to establish a teaching hotel that will benefit the City of Muncie, the Horizon Convention Center and, most importantly, provide training and employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.” "General Hotels Corporation is excited to be working with The Arc of Indiana on such a unique hotel project that benefits so many, including The Arc, individuals with disabilities and the City of Muncie," said Jim Dora, Jr., General Hotels Corporation president and chief executive officer. "The Teaching Hotel and Training Institute is a truly unique opportunity to provide on-the-job service training for individuals with disabilities who can then take that skill back to their community to achieve greater independence for themselves," continued Dora. Muncie Mayor Dennis Tyler said, "This project is so important in our continuing endeavor to create economic development opportunities in Muncie. A downtown hotel is critical to these efforts. Having a hotel that will also offer training and employment opportunities for people with disabilities makes this project particularly important. We are very excited to have General Hotels Corporation, an Indiana based company, join us in this exciting venture." About The Arc of Indiana The Arc of Indiana, a statewide advocacy organization for people with disabilities, established The Arc Development Group, LLC (ADG) in 2012. The purpose of the LLC is to invest its time and resources in business ventures that provide training and employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. In an effort to help individuals with disabilities become more self-sufficient, ADG is developing a “Teaching Hotel and Training Institute” in partnership with the City of Muncie, Indiana where people with disabilities will be provided post secondary education opportunities and a significant percentage of employees will be people with disabilities with salaries and benefits. For more information, visit www.arcind.org About General Hotels Corporation General Hotels Corporation (GHC) is a leading hospitality management company operating branded full and select-service hotels and independent hotels. The Company provides hotel owners comprehensive property management services including revenue management. With over 50 years of experience, GHC currently operates 31 hotels located throughout the Midwest totaling nearly 3,500 guest rooms. The Company’s managed hotels operate under well-known brands including Courtyard by Marriott, Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn Express, SpringHill Suites by Marriott, Homewood Suites by Hilton and Best Western. GHC is a privately held company headquartered in Indianapolis, IN. For additional information please visit the Company’s website at www.genhotels.com.
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InR LA OFFICERS & BOARD MEMBERS
I N D I A N A R E S T A U R A N T & LODGING ASSOCIATION
CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD Phil Ray Marriott Indianapolis Downtown, Indianapolis VICE CHAIR John Benjamin A Pots and Pans Production Indianapolis VICE CHAIR Rob Evans Focus Hotels, Carmel TREASURER Mark McDonnell LaSalle Grille, South Bend NRA DIRECTOR Wes Stouder Penguin Point Franchise, Warsaw AH&LA DIRECTOR Jeffrey Brown Schahet Hotels, Inc., Indianapolis EXEC COMMITTEE Craig Huse St. Elmo Steak House, Indianapolis Michael Conner Peachtree Hotel Group, Monrovia Michael Crafton 360 Services, Indianapolis DISTRICT 1 Russ Adams Strongbow Inn, Valparaiso Carolyn Cochran White Lodging Corp., Merrillville
Charles LaMotte White Lodging Corp., Merrillville
Brian Comes Hyatt Regency Indianapolis, Indianapolis
John Xenos Monarch Beverage, Indianapolis
Dave Montrose White Lodging Corp., Merrillville
Bob Gatto Texas Roadhouse, Indianapolis
Jim Zink, Jr Zink Distributing, Indianapolis
DISTRICT 2 Vicki Farmwald Hacienda Mexican Restaurants Inc., South Bend
Pat Hurrle RNDC, Indianapolis
DISTRICT 8 Lennie Busch One World Enterprises, Bloomington
Carl Hill Konover Hotel Corp., Warsaw Todd Stearns Stanz Foodservice Inc., South Bend DISTRICT 3 Bruce Dodge Apple Sauce Inc., Ft. Wayne Mark Luttik Hilton Ft. Wayne, Ft. Wayne DISTRICT 4 Brad Cohen Arni’s Inc., Lafayette
Richard Letko Hilton Garden Inn, Indianapolis John Mirabal Capital Grille, Indianapolis Martha Hoover Cafe Patachou, Indianapolis Tim Jones Bob Evan’s Restaurants, Fishers Randy Shields McDonald’s, Fishers Regina Mehallick R Bistro, Indianapolis
Greg Ehresman Triple XXX Family Restaurant, West Lafayette
Ryan Rogers Bonefish Grill, Avon
Richard Ghiselli Purdue Hospitality & Tourism Mgmt, West Lafayette
Erik Stukenberg Treat America Food Services, Indianapolis
Karen Hirsh-Cooper Homewood Suites Lafayette, Lafayette DISTRICT 6 Scott Wise A Pots and Pans Production, Indianapolis Robert Viox Belterra Casino Resort & Spa, Belterra DISTRICT 7 Rob Chinsky Penn Station East Coast Subs, Indianapolis
Richard Lux Lux Restaurants, Indianapolis Mark Newman Indiana Office of Tourism Development, Indianapolis
Craig Truelock Huse Inc., Bloomington Joe Vezzoso French Lick Springs Resort Hotel, French Lick Andy Rogers Brown County Hotels & Restaurants, Nashville Tim Worthington Spring Mill Inn, Mitchell DISTRICT 9 John Frenz Montana Mike’s, Vincennes George Brinkmoeller Sherman House Restaurant & Inn, Batesville Bruce Byrd Residence Inn Columbus, Columbus Interested in serving on the Board of Directors? Contact Debra Scott at dscott@tammcapitalgroup.com or call 317.673.4211 or 800.678.1957 toll-free.
Dan Waller Schahet Hotels Inc., Indianapolis Peter Meyer Hilton Downtown Indianapolis, Indianapolis
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ATC TO AUCTION ALCOHOL PERMITS The Indiana Alcohol & Tobacco Commission (ATC) will hold a public auction Friday, November 1, beginning at 11:00 A.M. (Indianapolis Time). This auction will be held at the Indiana Government Center South, in Conference Center Room B, at 302 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, Indiana. Several types of permits, located in various counties throughout the State of Indiana will be sold to the highest bidders. For more information regarding specific permits, or prequalification assistance, contact Debbie Scott, InRLA at 800.678.1957. Bidders must submit a prequalification application to the ATC, on or before October 20, 2012. Prequalification applications may be obtained from the ATC or by calling InRLA. You must pre-qualify for each permit you wish to bid on. The pre-bid fee for type 210 (beer, wine & liquor restaurant permits) is $1000 per application. Applications received or postmarked later than October 20, 2013, will NOT be considered. Once you submit your application it is your responsibility to contact the ATC to see if you have been approved to bid. Only preapproved bidders may participate in the auction and will be required to sign a non-collusion affidavit prior to the auction. If you are not the successful bidder, your bid security check will be returned to you within 15 days following the auction. If you are a successful bidder, the bid security will cover your first year permit fee, and the amount of your actual bid shall be submitted within 30 days after the auction along with a completed permit application. NOTICE: The Indiana Alcohol & Tobacco Commission will not accept a transfer of ownership of a permit that was purchased at auction and never put into use, unless exceptional and unusual circumstances can be shown and seller can demonstrate that there was not an intent to speculate on the sale of said permit. The sale of a permit purchased at auction for a price more than was paid at auction creates the presumption of an intent to speculate. The length of time the permit was placed in operation after it was purchased at auction but prior to being transferred to another holder may be considered as evidence rebutting this presumption.
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