named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Advocacy
Represents members' interests before state and federal governments, focusing on regulatory and legislative issues affecting the hospitality industry.
Compliance Tools
Distributes age verification devices, law guides, ID guides, and background check programs to help members avoid fines and suspensions.
Cost Reduction Programs
Provides group discounts on workers’ compensation, health insurance, payroll processing, music licensing, telecommunications, and energy solutions.
Training
Offers SLA-approved programs including ABC Law training, server training, food manager and handler certification, and tobacco seller education.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Trade Association Advocacy & Compliance 1 activity
- Advocacy and compliance support for tavern and restaurant businessesProvides advocacy and compliance support to on-premises alcohol beverage license holders as part of its role as a trade association. Supports members in navigating regulatory requirements and industry standards.
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Member Business Referral & Discount Programs 1 activity
- Cost reduction programs for membersOperates cost reduction programs that deliver annual savings to member tavern and restaurant businesses.
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Membership Program Administration 1 activity
- Membership services and information disseminationManages membership through application forms and provides members with a monthly report and special interest publications to keep them informed on industry-related news and updates.
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Fundraising for Community and Charitable Initiatives 1 activity
- Organizes fundraising for scholarships and food donationsOrganizes fundraising activities that support scholarships and local food donations, contributing to community benefit initiatives.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Provides training programs for hospitality professionalsOffers comprehensive training programs including ABC Law training, SLA-approved server training, food manager and handler training, tobacco seller training, and Alcohol Training Awareness Program (ATAP) certification. Training emphasizes preventing underage drinking and sales to intoxicated individuals.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$6K
Contributions & grants$80014%
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expenses
Total expenses$14K
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balance sheet
Total assets$14K
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Net assets$14K
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -73.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 6
- BILL MC MULLEN — DIRECTOR
- EAMON MURRAY — DIRECTOR
- GERRI ANN SCHWARTZ — DIRECTOR
- KANDEE COLELLA — DIRECTOR
- RAY HAFFENECKER — DIRECTOR
- TONY COLEBLLA — DIRECTOR
relationships · 5
Who they work with
- Empire State Restaurant & Tavern Association Partner — Collaborates with or references the Empire State Restaurant & Tavern Association as a related industry organization.
- Empire State Restaurant and Tavern Association Network — Local chapter affiliated with the parent state-level association.
- New York State Liquor Authority Government — Provides members with access to state liquor authority forms and compliance resources.
- New York State Liquor Authority Government — References the New York State Liquor Authority as the regulatory body overseeing alcohol licensing and compliance, indicating alignment with its regulatory framework.
- Sprout Social Partner — Partners with Sprout Social to provide members a social media guide for bars and restaurants.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Collective Advocacy and Compliance Supportmethodology: industry-advocacy-and-compliance-supportBy advocating for favorable policies and providing regulatory compliance assistance, the organization protects member interests and reduces operational risk, because aligned representation strengthens the collective position of small beverage license holders in regulatory and legislative environments.
- Collective Purchasing and Shared Resource Modelmethodology: collective_benefitsBy leveraging group purchasing power and shared resources, the organization reduces operational costs for members and improves business performance, because economies of scale and pooled access to services increase affordability and competitiveness for individual taverns and restaurants.
- Standardized Training for Regulatory Compliance and Public Safetymethodology: server_training_and_compliance_educationBy delivering standardized alcohol server training and educational programs, the organization promotes adherence to alcohol control laws and enhances public safety, because consistent education reduces violations and liability risks in licensed establishments.