Program areas at Wisconsin Restaurant Association
Member services member services consists of providing guidance, services and support to promote member satisfaction. The local chapters are operating to further the Association's mission by focusing on their regions and communities. The Association assists with organization of chapter meetings as well as development on new chapters and changes in boundaries. The Association sells dining gift certificates to the public that can be redeemed at any participating member Restaurant with the goal of increasing the exposure to these members.
Expos and seminars these events bring together a wide variety of businesses in the food service industry and provided a valuable opportunity for restaurateurs and suppliers to network, sample, or try new products, participate in educational programs and seminars, and be exposed to new ideas, which may improve or enhance current operations of members.
Government relations the government relations program was developed to review and recommend positions on legislative issues of interest to the food service industry and the Association. The program also serves to maintain positive relationships with elected and appointed government officials and advise members on proposed legislation and existing laws. Government relations also include the Restaurant advocacy fund, which develops funding and programs to educate the Association membership, general public, legislature, and regulatory bodies on the Association's public policy.
Public relations consists of efforts to advance food service tourism goals by promoting a positive industry image through public relations programs. The foundation promotes educational opportunities, professionalism, and career opportunities.
Grants made by Wisconsin Restaurant Association
Who funds Wisconsin Restaurant Association
Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
Personnel at Wisconsin Restaurant Association
Name | Title | Compensation | Date of data |
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Kristine Hillmer, CAE | President and Chief Executive Officer | $185,260 | 2024-11-05 |
Wra Kristine Hillmer | Board Member | | 2023-01-26 |
Tracy Kosbau, MBA | Vice President of Marketing and Public Relations | | 2024-11-05 |
Dawn Renz Faris, CEM | Vice President Membership and Business Development | | 2024-11-05 |
Susan Quam, CAE, IOM | Executive Vice President | $112,228 | 2024-11-05 |
...and 11 more key personnel |
Financials for Wisconsin Restaurant Association
Revenues | FYE 12/2023 | FYE 12/2022 | % Change |
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Total grants, contributions, etc. | $166,950 | $146,923 | 13.6% |
Program services | $1,434,830 | $1,471,338 | -2.5% |
Investment income and dividends | $25,496 | $23,431 | 8.8% |
Tax-exempt bond proceeds | $0 | $0 | - |
Royalty revenue | $219,414 | $208,227 | 5.4% |
Net rental income | $0 | $0 | - |
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets | $16,991 | $5,129 | 231.3% |
Net income from fundraising events | $-20,150 | $-23,098 | 12.8% |
Net income from gaming activities | $0 | $0 | - |
Net income from sales of inventory | $0 | $0 | - |
Miscellaneous revenues | $49,071 | $70,381 | -30.3% |
Total revenues | $1,892,602 | $1,902,331 | -0.5% |
Organizations like Wisconsin Restaurant Association
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Alabama Restaurant and Hospitality Association | 501(c)(6) | Montgomery, AL | $632,606 |
North San Antonio Chamber of Commerce (NSACC) | 501(c)(6) | San Antonio, TX | $1,067,377 |
Illinois Restaurant Association | 501(c)(6) | Chicago, IL | $3,999,453 |
California Restaurant Association | 501(c)(6) | Sacramento, CA | $6,038,099 |
Ohio Restaurant Association (ORA) | 501(c)(6) | Columbus, OH | $2,260,986 |
Arizona Food Marketing Alliance | 501(c)(6) | Phoenix, AZ | $760,713 |
Central Oregon Builders Association | 501(c)(6) | Bend, OR | $1,520,232 |
Delaware Restaurant Association | 501(c)(6) | Newark, DE | $1,595,161 |
Building Industry Association of So CA | 501(c)(6) | Irvine, CA | $7,866,514 |
Mesa Chamber of Commerce | 501(c)(6) | Mesa, AZ | $1,160,398 |
Data update history
November 5, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 3 new personnel
January 18, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 5 new personnel
January 12, 2024
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2022
November 25, 2023
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2021
Nonprofit Types
Trade associationsBusiness and community development organizationsHeadquarter / parent organizations
Issues
EducationHuman servicesBusiness and industry
Characteristics
MembershipsPolitical advocacyFundraising eventsState / local level
General information
- Address
- 2801 Fish Hatchery Rd
- Madison, WI 53713
- Metro area
- Madison, WI
- County
- Dane County, WI
- Website URL
- wirestaurant.org/Â
- Phone
- (608) 270-9950
- Facebook page
- wirestaurantÂ
- Twitter profile
- @therealwraÂ
IRS details
- EIN
- 39-0715690
- Fiscal year end
- December
- Taxreturn type
- Form 990
- Year formed
- 1933
- Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
- No
Categorization
- NTEE code, primary
- S41: Promotion of Business
- NAICS code, primary
- 813910: Trade Associations
- Parent/child status
- Central organization
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