September

I am pleased to announce that a search committee at the Multicultural Foodservice & Hospitality Alliance (MFHA) and the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF) has selected Erika Cospy Carr as the next leader of MFHA. She joined the organization, effective Monday, August 5th. Erika brings over two decades of experience, driving sustainable change initiatives across non-profit and corporate environments. As a non-profit executive, her work has helped organizations like the National Association of Black Accountants and the Pancreatic Action Network galvanize stakeholders and maximize their social impact. In recent years, she has identified growth opportunities for corporate clients that advance their goal of engaging and uplifting underrepresented communities. An innovative and passionate communicator, Erika is uniquely positioned to lead MFHA’s work to drive opportunity and change across the restaurant and hospitality industry. She shares our belief that diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our industry and is dedicated to driving value and growth through new products, services, and strategies in the years to come. Please join us in welcoming Erika. Sincerely,

Rob Gifford President National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation

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