LRA Podcast

LRA Podcast


Latest Episodes

Supply Chain Solutions & Creative Ways to Improve Operations
October 04, 2021

Hear from Wendie Huffman, New Business Development Manager for Sysco as she discusses a topic that is all too relevant in today’s climate – supply chain solutions.

The 411 on the Employee Retention Tax Credit
September 28, 2021

Eligible restaurants can now access ERTC for 2020 and 2021 for eligible employee wages as long as these specific payroll wages and/or group benefits were not directly paid with Paycheck Protection Pro

What to do BEFORE You Increase Menu Prices
September 20, 2021

Menu engineering is absolutely awesome. You can reduce your food costs by three to seven points when done correctly the first time you use it. Right now, that probably seems like exactly what you need

Digitizing Your Back Office Does More Than Clear Your Desk
September 13, 2021

Adopting technology should not only give your team time back but provide real-time data to empower your business. Now, more than ever, having an in-the-moment view of your finances and operations allo

RYRA: Take Advantage of Grants that Fund Training Wages & Apprentice Education
August 23, 2021

Did you know there are programs in Louisiana right now that can assist in offsetting the cost of training your new and existing team members? Hear from New Orleans Job 1 Center and David Emond of the

Restaurant Youth Registered Apprenticeships: The Win/Win for Restaurant Managers and Staff
August 23, 2021

Hear from Darren Darby of Creole Bagelry and Greg Reggio of Taste Buds Management to learn how restaurant manager and line look apprenticeships create a pipeline of qualified team members.

Building a Culture That Attracts & Retains Talent
August 12, 2021

Hear from Bobby Fradella, Vice President of Training at Walk-On’s Bistreaux & Bar, as he discusses how to build a people-first culture that lasts – focusing on clarity of brand purpose, vision and mis

Capitol Connection 2021 – Episode 3
June 17, 2021

LRA President and CEO Stan Harris covers the 2021 Louisiana Legislative Session outcomes for the restaurant and tourism industries in this 30 minute session.