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Wisconsin Restaurant Association
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,
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Wisconsin Restaurant Association
A Strong and Vibrant History
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.Wisconsin Restaurant Association
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.
Five core pillars to advance the association’s mission


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.

Midwest Foodservice Expo
CONNECT WITH INDUSTRY MEMBERS
The Midwest Foodservice Expo features hundreds of exhibits, unique competitions, exciting events, celebrated industry speakers and a variety of business seminars. Visit everythingfoodservice.org for additional information on the Midwest Foodservice Expo.
MIDWEST FOODSERVICE EXPO
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Staff
The Wisconsin Restaurant Association is run by an elected board of directors, who set the policies of the association.

Our Mission
The Wisconsin Restaurant Association is dedicated to the success of the foodservice and hospitality industry.

Ask WRA
Fast answers to questions on restaurant laws, operations and HR by phone and email.