Hospitality Summit Series: New Bern Edition

Join NCRLA for the New Bern edition of the NCRLA Hospitality Summit Series, a regional gathering designed to connect restaurant and lodging leaders with policymakers and timely industry insights.

NCRLA’s Hospitality Summit in New Bern on Nov. 9 will feature a timely fireside chat with Rep. John Bell IV and public policy expert Dan Gerlach, moderated by NCRLA President & CEO Allen Thomas. The conversation will focus on the post-election landscape and what’s ahead for North Carolina’s hospitality industry and the upcoming legislative session. Rep. Bell was honored with NCRLA’s Hospitality Champion Award at the 2026 Stars of the Industry Awards for his leadership and advocacy for hospitality businesses across the state, while Gerlach is working with NCRLA on research and strategic guidance on tax policy, hospitality-related revenue issues and other key policy matters.

The Summit is designed to bring together NCRLA members, prospective members, and key stakeholders for meaningful dialogue, real-time updates, and practical takeaways—while also creating space to connect with peers from across the region.

The summit will take place on Monday, November 9 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.