Ohio Restaurant Association http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/rss/index/list_news en-us Copyright 2012 Ohio Restaurant Association WebSuite2(tm) CMS for Membership-Based Organizations (www.AssociationSoftware.com) Tue, 15 May 2012 MCO Open Enrollment is Underway - The ORA encourages you to enroll with CareWorks Earlier this month, you received an enrollment form and information from the ORA endorsing CareWo... http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59293/_PARENT/layout_details/true http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59293/_PARENT/layout_details/true Wed, 16 May 2012 Attend the ORA Chairman’s Celebration on Jun. 9 - Network with your peers from around the state at the Toledo Museum of Art Make plans to attend a social event honoring incoming ORA Chairman Roger Parker, Mancy Brothers’ ... http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59292/_PARENT/layout_details/true http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59292/_PARENT/layout_details/true Tue, 15 May 2012 Ohio’s Tourism Industry Experienced Growth in 2011 - Tourism in Ohio hit $40 billion in total sales, a figure that topped pre-recession levels On May 9, the Ohio Office of Tourism announced that Ohio’s tourism economy grew 6.5 percent in 20... http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59291/_PARENT/layout_details/true http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59291/_PARENT/layout_details/true Tue, 15 May 2012 Drive Change in the Industry by Supporting the ORA/NRA SAFE Golf Classic - Your support helps the ORA and NRA defeat legislation aimed at hurting foodservice On Monday, Jun. 18, 2012, the ORA will host its 15th annual ORA/NRA SAFE Golf Classic at the New ... http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59290/_PARENT/layout_details/true http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59290/_PARENT/layout_details/true Tue, 15 May 2012 New Horseshoe Casino Complex Now Open in Cleveland - The new gaming center is expected to draw crowds, reenergize downtown area On May 14, the new Horseshoe Casino Cleveland opened to much excitement and fanfare. Located in C... http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59289/_PARENT/layout_details/true http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59289/_PARENT/layout_details/true Tue, 15 May 2012 CMS<i>Text</i> to Host Member Benefits Briefing Webinar - The session will offer insight on how mobile marketing can boost traffic levels, grow loyalty CMSText is hosting a Member Benefits Briefing Webinar from 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. on Jun. 5, 2012... http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59288/_PARENT/layout_details/true http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59288/_PARENT/layout_details/true Tue, 15 May 2012 Ohio General Assembly Rushes to Adjourn by May 31 - Lawmakers are going to have to hurry to address all of the state’s outstanding issues Ohio’s legislative body hopes to adjourn late this month to allow its respective candidates time ... http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59287/_PARENT/layout_details/true http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59287/_PARENT/layout_details/true Wed, 16 May 2012 Join Us for the Chairman's & Industry Awards Luncheon in Toledo - NRA Pres. & CEO Dawn Sweeney to deliver keynote address on Jun. 10 Register now for the 2012 Chairman’s & Industry Awards Event on Jun. 10 in Toledo. The event will... http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59286/_PARENT/layout_details/true http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59286/_PARENT/layout_details/true Tue, 15 May 2012 QR Code Best Practices for Restaurants - The proper use of QR codes can boost your online presence QR codes, or quick response codes, are digital two-dimensional symbols that guests are able to sc... http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59285/_PARENT/layout_details/true http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59285/_PARENT/layout_details/true Tue, 15 May 2012 Understand Your Data Security Risks - ORA Strategic Partner Heartland Payment Systems can provide additional information to safeguard your business The threat of data breaches is real. Restaurants that use PC-based point-of-sale systems and have... http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59284/_PARENT/layout_details/true http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59284/_PARENT/layout_details/true Tue, 15 May 2012 Member Benefit of the Week: ServSafe Alcohol™ http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59283/_PARENT/layout_details/true http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59283/_PARENT/layout_details/true Tue, 08 May 2012 President Clinton Praises Collaborative Efforts of the Foodservice Industry at NRA Show 2012 - Thousands of attendees gathered to hear his keynote address On May 6, President Bill Clinton addressed a packed house of thousands of restaurateurs, foodserv... http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59053/_PARENT/layout_details/true http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59053/_PARENT/layout_details/true Tue, 08 May 2012 ORA Endorses CareWorks as MCO Provider for 15th Straight Year - Managed Care Open Enrollment ends May 25 Most foodservice operators would tell you reducing their workers’ comp costs and boosting their b... http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59052/_PARENT/layout_details/true http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59052/_PARENT/layout_details/true Wed, 09 May 2012 Ohio BWC Extends Deadlines for Two Destination: Excellence Programs - By taking advantage of these programs, you could reduce WC costs The Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation recently announced that the application deadline for the... http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59051/_PARENT/layout_details/true http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59051/_PARENT/layout_details/true Tue, 08 May 2012 Chip Away at Legislation Aimed at Hurting Foodservice - By attending the ORA/NRA SAFE Golf Classic, you support advocacy efforts that strengthen the industry On Monday, Jun. 18, 2012, the ORA will host its 15th annual ORA/NRA SAFE Golf Classic at the New ... http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59050/_PARENT/layout_details/true http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59050/_PARENT/layout_details/true Tue, 08 May 2012 New Research Indicates Personalized Marketing Strategies Lure Guests - The study found customization is vital to effective marketing and business growth Restaurants that utilize a mix of online and personalized e-mail marketing provide consumers the ... http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59049/_PARENT/layout_details/true http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59049/_PARENT/layout_details/true Tue, 08 May 2012 Five Tips to Reduce Turnover - Implement these strategies to strengthen your operation’s workforce Voluntary turnover was higher last year than in 2010, partly because of the economic recovery, ac... http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59048/_PARENT/layout_details/true http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59048/_PARENT/layout_details/true Tue, 08 May 2012 Take Advantage of the ORA’s Valuable Restaurant Education Series - The free, member-only educational offerings are available online 24 hours a day Did you know that as a member of the ORA you have access to valuable educational information? The... http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59047/_PARENT/layout_details/true http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59047/_PARENT/layout_details/true Tue, 08 May 2012 Ohio Department of Development Continues to Host Free Small Business Seminars - The seminars offer information on how to expand business opportunities, grow your brand The Ohio Department of Development is continuing to offer its series of small business seminars, ... http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59046/_PARENT/layout_details/true http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59046/_PARENT/layout_details/true Tue, 08 May 2012 Gather Insight into 2012 Industry Trends Within the Pages of <i>à la Carte</i> - Use your association news magazine to help you operate smarter not harder Over the past three weeks, ORA members have been pulling the spring edition of à la Carte from th... http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59045/_PARENT/layout_details/true http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59045/_PARENT/layout_details/true Tue, 08 May 2012 Columbus to Host 2012 PRSA/SATW Tourism Conference - During the conference, attendees will learn how to work closely with the media From Jun. 3 – 6, Columbus will host the Public Relations Society of America’s Travel and Tourism ... http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59044/_PARENT/layout_details/true http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59044/_PARENT/layout_details/true Tue, 08 May 2012 Member Benefit of the Week: Restaurant Consultants, Inc. http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59043/_PARENT/layout_details/true http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59043/_PARENT/layout_details/true Tue, 15 May 2012 Are You Covered? - by Dan Lewis, Andrew Insurance Associates http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59294/_PARENT/layout_details/true http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59294/_PARENT/layout_details/true Wed, 09 May 2012 Don’t Ignore the Value of Comprehensive Coverage - by Danny Eck, Farmers Insurance http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59063/_PARENT/layout_details/true http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59063/_PARENT/layout_details/true Tue, 08 May 2012 Understanding the Protections Employers Practices Liability Insurance Provides - by Dawn Marietti, Farmers Insurance http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59059/_PARENT/layout_details/true http://www.ohiorestaurant.org/aws/ORA/pt/sd/news_article/59059/_PARENT/layout_details/true