RIHA Hosts Annual Membership Reception

On June 15, the Rhode Island Hospitality Association (RIHA) hosted an in-person annual membership reception at The Capital Grille in Providence. A chance for trade professionals and members to enjoy familiar faces, meet new RIHA members and renew hospitality-industry connections, the group was joined by Tom Bené, President and CEO of the National Restaurant Association. Guests also enjoyed cuisine and cocktails prepared by the team at The Capital Grille.

: Richard and Janice Mignanelli, Richard’s Pub and Ritrovo; Tom Bené, President and CEO, National Restaurant Association; Tricia Fuller, Richard’s Pub; Chris Phillips, The Capital Grille; and Dale Venturini, President and CEO, Rhode Island Hospitality Association (RIHA).

: Mike Lester, MS Walker of Rhode Island; Dale Venturini, President and CEO, RIHA; and Bill Dessel, Co-founder, KEEL Vodka.

: Dale Venturini, President and CEO, RIHA and Julia Broome, Kin Southern Table + Bar.

: Chris Phillips, Managing Partner, The Capital Grille and Dale Venturini, President and CEO, RIHA.

: The Capital Grille team.

: Adam, Bartender, The Capital Grille.

: Dale Venturini, President and CEO, RIHA and The Capital Grille team.

: Dale Venturini, President and CEO, RIHA; Michelle and Brian Casey, Oak Hill Tavern and The Company Picnic Company; Tom Bené, President and CEO, National Restaurant Association; and Bill Dessel, Co-founder, KEEL Vodka.