Tools of the Trade

The ND Hospitality Association exists to protect, promote, and improve your business. We can help you navigate the regulatory process and keep your business running smoothly. The resources below are a good place to start:

National Restaurant Association: All NDHA restaurant members automatically receive dual membership in the National Restaurant Association, which offers a wide range of additional benefits:

• National Advocacy: A team of regulatory experts, lawyers, and communications specialists monitors laws and advocates on behalf of the restaurant industry, helping you stay ahead of regulations that affect how you operate.
• Education and Connection: Programs and initiatives that create opportunities to meet and learn from other restaurant and foodservice professionals.
• Research and Insight: Regular operator and consumer surveys, reports, and analysis of key economic indicators.
• Discounts and Offers, Including Health Care: Membership provides access to compelling discounts and preferred pricing on products and services that help supply, advance, and protect your business. Explore health care options at restauranthealthcare.org.

ServSafe Training: ServSafe ensures your team is performing to the highest food safety standards and can help lower your insurance premiums. Contact us to set up a training session in your area.

Kids LiveWell: The National Restaurant Association's Kids LiveWell program recognizes restaurants that offer kids' meals meeting nutrition criteria for added sugar, sodium, saturated fat, and calories. Families can use the Good Food Finder to search participating restaurants, and restaurants can learn what it takes to qualify. Read our update.

ND Food and Lodging Division: Quick access to North Dakota regulations governing food care, storage, preparation, and transportation.

ND Labor Department: Rules and regulations regarding work rules and pay for restaurant and tipped employees, including information on required employment posters.

ND Liquor License Forms: For establishments that serve alcohol, this page provides state-level licensing forms and regulatory information. For help with local regulations, contact us at 701-833-7224.

ND Liquor License FAQ: Answers to common questions about retail alcohol service in North Dakota, from the ND Attorney General’s office.

BARS Program: For establishments that serve alcohol, the BARS Program helps ensure your staff is following proper ID-checking procedures. Contact us at 701-833-7224 to learn more and get started.

Distilled Spirits Council of the US (DISCUS): The national trade association representing America’s distillers, DISCUS has a wealth of information regarding national issues affecting beverage alcohol.

American Beverage Licensees: The national trade association for beverage alcohol retailers also provides national information and expertise to NDHA members.

American Hotel and Lodging Association (AH&LA): The national trade organization for lodging establishments provides information and insight on the national issues that affect the lodging industry.

Contact Executive Director: Terry Effertz at 701-833-7224 or terry@esmnd.com

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Director of Community Engagement & Member Services: Amanda Bauer at 701-340-2089 or amanda@esmnd.com