Texas: Supporting Texas’ 50K Restaurants with Texas Restaurant Association President & CEO, Dr. Emily Williams Knight

This week on the Titans of Food Service podcast, Nick Portillo speaks with Dr. Emily Williams Knight, the President and CEO of the Texas Restaurant Association. Emily is a powerhouse advocate for the Texas food service industry, representing over 60,000 restaurants and 1.3 million employees. She shares her journey from a military upbringing to her prominent role in advocating for restaurant owners, emphasizing the importance of resilience and adaptability. Dr. Knight discusses the unique challenges faced by the industry, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, and how her leadership has helped navigate these turbulent times. 

TIMESTAMPS

(00:00) Intro

(03:18) Introduction to Dr. Emily Williams Knight

(09:38) The Impact of a Military Upbringing

(15:02) The Journey to Dallas: A Career Transformation

(23:34) Understanding the Landscape of Restaurant Advocacy

(30:33) Navigating the Restaurant Industry's Future

(34:00) Reflections on the Restaurant Industry

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