Staff Directory
The CRA staff is comprised of association and industry professionals dedicated to supporting Colorado's restaurant community through advocacy, member resources, communication, and dining in restaurants. Often. Reach out, we're ready to help. You can send a general email to info@corestaurant.org or click on a picture below.
Executive Staff
Sonia Riggs
President and CEO
(303) 830-2972 ext. 113
Lobbying and government affairs activities, board relations, staff administration, and overall association management. For a faster response, please call.
First Restaurant Job: Chart House , Golden, CO
Finance and Operations
Emily Ewing
Office Manager and Executive Assistant
(303) 830-2972 ext. 110
General office management, facilities management and accounting/executive assistance.
First Restaurant Job: A&W Restaurant
Membership
Devany McNeill
VP Strategic Partnerships
(303) 830-2972 ext. 133
(303) 717-0939 mobile
Responsible for member satisfaction and strategic partnerships benefiting all of our members.
First Restaurant Job: Jack in the Box
Jen Johnson
Business Development & Engagement Manager
(303) 830-2972 ext. 150
303-906-3373 mobile
Serves members throughout Colorado.
First Restaurant Job: Austin's American Grill
Emily Rickert
Membership Services Representative
(303) 830-2972 ext. 123
Member inquiries and support.
First Restaurant Job: Bridgeman's Ice Cream Shoppe (Minnesota)
Communication & Public Relations
Denise Mickelsen
Communication Director
303-830-2972 ext. 116
Public relations, marketing and communication activities for the Association and its Foundation.
First Restaurant Job: TJ's Steak Hoagies (Buffalo NY)
Erin Dewey
Communication & Membership Coordinator
303-830-2972 ext. 129
Communication, membership & chapter support.
First Restaurant Job: Barcelona Wine Bar (DC & Denver)
Government Affairs
Nick Hoover
Manager of Government Affairs
(303) 830-2972 ext. 119
State and local government affairs activities. Provides help with regulatory, code, and enforcement questions.
First Restaurant Job: Anton's Steakhouse (Minnesota)
Mollie Steinemann
Manager of Government Affairs
(303)350-0296 ext.
Local and state government affairs activities.
First Restaurant Job: Hickory House Ribs
Colorado Restaurant Foundation
Laura Shunk
President
(303) 830-2972 ext. 147
State Director of Colorado ProStart, scholarship programs, employee & restaurant financial help, fundraising, mentoring and special events.
First Restaurant Job: Chipotle
Mark Antonation
Communication Manager
303-830-2972 ext. 117
Public relations, marketing and communication activities for the Colorado Restaurant Foundation.
First Restaurant Job: Panhandler's Pizza
Alexander Peck
Programs & ProStart Coordinator
303-830-2972 ext. 151
Coordinates activities associated with ProStart and other CRF programs.
First Restaurant Job: On the Border
Stacy Griest
Program Manager
303-830-2972 ext. 149
Manages the workforce development programs including Apprenticeship and coordinates the Health and Wellness resource center.
First Restaurant Job: Cavalari’s Italian Restaurant, Aurora
Rachel Pryor-Lease
Director of Development
(303) 830-2972 ext. 115
Leads the fundraising efforts for the Colorado Restaurant Foundation and its programs.
First Restaurant Job: Gotham Bar & Grill, New York City
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