08/27/2026
We're pleased to welcome Monica Parrish Trent, Ph.D. as Executive Director of the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation.
Monica brings more than 25 years of leadership experience advancing education, workforce development, and economic opportunity. Throughout her career, she has built high-performing teams, forged cross-sector partnerships, and led initiatives that connect learners to meaningful career pathways.
As our industry continues to invest in developing the next generation of talent, Monica's deep expertise in workforce alignment and learner-centered innovation will help strengthen awareness of the many opportunities restaurants create for people and communities across the country.
Learn more about Monica and the experience she brings to NRAEF: https://bit.ly/4xz10yH