About Us
A statewide voice for hospitality since 1961
For Connecticut’s hospitality businesses who give this state its soul, CRHA is the community relentlessly fighting to amplify the voices, minimize the challenges, and celebrate the wins of an industry that deserves to be heard.
We exist to support, represent, and fight for Connecticut’s hospitality industry so the businesses that feed our economy, build our community, and define our state can focus on what they do best.
Our History
For more than 65 years, we’ve grown alongside Connecticut’s hospitality industry—from a small group of restaurant operators in 1961 to a statewide organization representing the businesses that make our communities thrive. Click below to learn more about our history.
Our Board of Directors
Our Board is made up of dedicated restaurant and hospitality leaders from across Connecticut who bring their experience, perspective, and passion to advancing our industry. Click below to learn more about our Board of Directors.
Our Team
Our team works hard to ensure mission deliverables are met, association objectives are achieved, and that our members feel supported and informed each and every day. See below for more information about our CRHA team.
Our Team
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Scott Dolch
President & CEO Connecticut Restaurant & Hospitality AssociationPresident & CEO -
Yvette M. Tavares
Vice President of Sales & Operations Connecticut Restaurant & Hospitality AssociationVice President of Sales & Operations -
Elizabeth Barry
Membership & Events Manager Connecticut Restaurant & Hospitality AssociationMembership & Events Manager -
Katie Gerber
Communications & Engagement Manager Connecticut Restaurant & Hospitality AssociationCommunications & Engagement Manager -
Shannon Murphy
Workforce Development Coordinator Connecticut Restaurant & Hospitality AssociationEducation Assistant -
Sophia Andrade
Operations Assistant Connecticut Restaurant & Hospitality AssociationOperations Assistant
