The Restaurant Association of Maryland exists to promote, protect and improve the foodservice and hospitality industry in Maryland.  Sexual harassment, harassment of any type and discrimination are wrong and not tolerated by the members of our Association.  We are strongly committed to providing a positive workplace environment and experience for all of our employees.

Resources regarding harassment and discrimination are available with our partners at the National Restaurant Association and the EEOC.
 
www.restaurant.org/News-Research/News/Workplace_harassment_resources

www.eeoc.gov/eeoc/publications/promising-practices.cfm

eeotraining.eeoc.gov/profile/web/index.cfm?PKwebID=0x25479b9f&varPage=attendee

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The Restaurant Association of Maryland is aware of the accusations against Mike Isabella and the strong denial he has issued in response.  Sexual harassment, harassment of any type and discrimination are wrong and not tolerated by the members of our Association.  We are strongly committed to providing a positive workplace environment and experience for all of our employees.  Even though the facts of this case are yet to be determined, RAM believes in due process and justice for all parties involved.  However, the RAM Board of Directors feel that this accusation is detracting from the integrity of the Restaurateur of the Year award.  Therefore, Mike Isabella has been removed from consideration as a finalist this year.

RAM will host an information seminar on Maryland’s new sick leave law, presented by a labor law attorney from Franklin & Prokopik.  We will be discussing the specifics of the new law and how to ensure that your restaurant stays in compliance.

Space is limited! YOU MUST RSVP in order for you and/or your management team to attend. Space will be reserved and confirmed on a first-come, first-served basis. See all details below.

WHEN:               Monday, March 19th – 10am to 12pm
WHERE:             Restaurant Association of Maryland
                           6301 Hillside Court
                           Columbia, MD 21046
MUST RSVP:     Email mthompson@marylandrestaurants.com or call 443-539-2455