Montgomery County Chapter - Texas Restaurant Association

03/24/2026

⏰ One week to go — Montgomery County!

The Texas Restaurant Association’s Texas Tour is rolling into town, and you’re invited to join us next week for an in-person conversation with Emily Williams Knight, President & CEO of TRA/TRF, and Kelsey Erickson Streufert, Chief Public Affairs Officer.

This free event is open to all restaurant, bar, and food & beverage operators and is your chance to:

> Hear the latest advocacy wins impacting your business,
> Connect directly with lawmakers and local health officials,
> Share your perspective to help shape TRA’s legislative priorities.

📍Good Charlie’s Oyster Bar and Seafood Kitchen | Conroe, TX
📅 March 31, 2026 | 2:00 – 3:30 PM

RSVP Here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/emily-and-kelseys-texas-tour-montgomery-co

We’re looking forward to connecting with Montgomery County area operators as we continue working together to keep Texas the best place to operate a food or beverage business.

03/22/2026

The competition is fierce, the flavors are unforgettable, and these students absolutely ROCK!

The 2026 Texas ProStart Invitational is bringing the heat — and the future of our industry has never looked brighter.


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03/18/2026

🚨 We’re excited to announce a TRA PAC event you won’t want to miss!

🦞 Join us on March 31 for a TRA PAC Reception & Crawfish Boil at Citizens Grill in Conroe—part of Emily and Kelsey’s Texas Tour. This event brings together restaurant leaders and supporters for an evening of connection, conversation, and engagement as we prepare for the next legislative session.

Enjoy all-you-can-eat crawfish while networking with peers and engaging with those shaping the future of our industry.

📅 Tuesday, March 31
📍 Citizens Grill Grand Parlor | 315 Enclave Dr Ste 300, Conroe, TX 77384
⏰ 6:30–8:30 PM
🎟️ Tickets: $125

Secure your spot at the link below – seats are limited!
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/gmctra-pac-wine-dinner

03/04/2026

🚗 Our CEO and Chief Public Affairs Officer are headed our way!!
Join the Texas Restaurant Association - Montgomery County Chapter for an engaging afternoon with Emily Williams Knight (President and CEO of TRA and TRF) and Kelsey Erickson Streufert (Chief Public Affairs Officer) as they bring the Texas Tour to Montgomery County! This free, in-person gathering is open to all restaurant, bar, and food & beverage industry professionals.

During this stop, you’ll:
• Learn about recent advocacy wins and what they mean for your business
• Connect directly with lawmakers and local health department officials
• Share your feedback to help shape the Texas Restaurant Association’s legislative and regulatory agenda

Attendance is free!

We’re excited to hit the road and connect with operators across the state as we work together to ensure Texas remains the best place to operate a food or beverage business.
📍Good Charlie’s Oyster Bar and Seafood Kitchen | Conroe, TX
📅 March 31, 2026 | 2:00–3:30 PM
🔗: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/emily-and-kelseys-texas-tour-montgomery-co

02/25/2026

The wins keep piling up!
TRA #1 continues to lead the way, meeting the needs of the restaurant industry and delivering real results.

02/22/2026

We’re proud to recognize and thank our Montgomery County Board Members who serve on the Texas Restaurant Association (TRA) State Board of Directors.
Your leadership and commitment to advancing our industry at the state level do not go unnoticed. The time, insight, and dedication you bring to the table help strengthen and support the restaurant community across Texas.
Your service is truly invaluable, and we are grateful for the impact you make on behalf of us all.

02/04/2026

01/28/2026

𝐓𝐨𝐩 𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬 - 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝐖𝐞𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫

Last week, the Texas Restaurant Association and 7shifts hosted a practical deep-dive on the biggest (and most common) ways restaurants lose money—everything from hidden payroll costs and accidental overtime to the time-consuming headaches caused by manual tip calculations. As promised, here are the resources discussed:

Watch the Recording: Re-watch the session anytime or share it with your leadership team. (Sign-In to access the recording: https://www.txrestaurant.org/Pub/MemberProfile/Sign_In.aspx)

Profit Leak Checklist: A quick, useful guide to help you identify where money may be slipping through the cracks and what to do about it.
https://storage.googleapis.com/cdn.7shifts.com/marketing/documents/resources/profitleaks_prospects.pdf?mc_cid=d26233ac48&mc_eid=66269f1f70

One of the biggest themes from the session was how unifying your data is key to stopping profit leaks. 7Shifts was built specifically for restaurant operations, helping teams simplify scheduling, reduce labor issues, and connect payroll and tip management into one streamlined process.

If you’re ready to see how it could work for your locations, schedule a quick demo with 7Shifts here: https://schedule.7shifts.com/inbound/marketo-general_nurture-demo

01/28/2026

With much of Texas homebound during the winter storm, it’s more important than ever that we band together and support local restaurants affected by the freeze, many of which have lost out on critical business.

Your purchase of a gift card to local restaurants helps support them while their doors are closed or their businesses are impacted during this storm.

Visit https://www.giftcardmarket.com/?ref=tra&utm_source=tra to purchase a gift card to your favorite eateries and give back to restaurants that have been feeding your community for years. ❤️

01/23/2026

Weather conditions are changing, and we’re continuing to monitor updates closely.

Please stay aware of local advisories and take necessary precautions to protect your business and staff. We’ll continue to share timely information and resources as they become available.

Thinking of everyone impacted and hoping for safe conditions across our community.

01/23/2026

Winter Weather is Heading to Texas
Forecasts are predicting a winter storm may bring freezing rain, sleet, and snow to a large swath of Texas beginning this Friday. Below is the current map from the National Weather Service, depicting the current Winter Storm Watch and Extreme Cold Watches.

View Latest Weather Updates
Use TRA's Disaster Prep Resources to Make Sure You're Ready
Now is the time to make sure you have a strong plan in place to protect your family, your team, and your business. TRA members have access to a comprehensive list of resources to help you before, during, and after a storm through our Members-Only Resource Center. Here are a few that are particularly relevant to this potential storm:

Before the Storm
TRA’s Disaster Preparedness Webinar: Watch for practical tips from an operator who has been through it all, plus expert advice from our insurance expert and our partner Texas Mutual.
National Restaurant Association's Storm-Ready Checklist
BeforeDuringAfter: Developed by our partner Texas Mutual, this website has local resources and tips to help small businesses before, during, and after a disaster.
Texas Department of Emergency Management: The state’s central point for updates about individual disasters and general resources to plan and respond to a disaster.
Winter Weather & Freezing Temperatures Guide from TRA Preferred Partner Higginbotham
During & After the Storm
TRA’s Food Safety & Power Outages Guide
Texas Highway Conditions Map: Real-time information about road conditions from the Texas Department of Transportation.
Texas Power Outages Viewer: Real-time power outage map from the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
We Are Here for You
We will continue to monitor conditions and share updates as they are needed. In the meantime, if you need a local resource, have any questions, or need other assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at [email protected], or by contacting your local chapter.

Please take care of yourselves and each other.

Best,
The TRA Team

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09/30/2025

Thanks to the Texas Restaurant Association for continuing to shine a light on the child care challenges facing our restaurant industry and so many others.