After a little over three years, John Gay, senior vice president of government affairs and public policy at the National Restaurant Association, has left the trade group as it restructures its government relations and public policy departments. In an interview with CEO Update, Gay said the new structure at NRA included an overhaul of roles and responsibilities at the trade group. “Everyone had to look at the organizational chart and see if they saw themselves there and were strongly encouraged to apply by the leadership,” Gay said. “I didn’t see a spot that fit my talents and experience.” During his tenure, Gay has been on the frontlines of the business community’s debate… Read More