The exciting partnership will offer dual membership opportunities for industry operators

Albany, NY – The New York State Restaurant Association (NYSRA) and Discover Saratoga are proud to announce a new collaborative partnership aimed at bolstering the restaurant and hospitality industries in the county. This strategic initiative will offer dual membership opportunities, making it easier than ever for industry professionals to connect, collaborate, and grow. 

As part of this partnership, NYSRA is offering special discounted membership rates for Discover Saratoga hospitality members who are not currently NYSRA members:  

  • $90 Membership Rate: Available to Discover Saratoga members who join NYSRA’s Workers’ Compensation Safety Group. To qualify, businesses must allow NYSRA to provide a workers’ compensation insurance quote and, if eligible and the quote is commercially reasonable, switch their policy to NYSRA’s group plan. 
  • $250 Membership Rate: For Discover Saratoga members not eligible for the Workers’ Compensation Safety Group, NYSRA is offering a discounted first-year membership rate of $250. Standard annual dues will apply in subsequent years. 

“This partnership represents a significant step toward uniting and strengthening our region’s hospitality community,” said Melissa Fleischut, President and CEO of the New York State Restaurant Association. “As long-time supporters of the Capital Region, we recognize the incredible momentum building in Saratoga’s restaurant, hospitality, and tourism sectors. By lowering the barrier to entry, we hope to provide more businesses with access to essential tools, training, and advocacy that drive long-term success for both of our organizations.” 

“Discover Saratoga is thrilled to partner with the New York State Restaurant Association to support the growth and success of our local hospitality community,” said Darryl Leggieri, President of Discover Saratoga. “Our organizations complement each other in meaningful ways—NYSRA provides statewide advocacy, training, and cost-saving programs, while Discover Saratoga drives visitation and economic impact here in Saratoga County. By offering these discounted dual memberships, we’re making it easier for restaurants and hospitality businesses to benefit from both networks, maximize their resources, and thrive in today’s competitive marketplace.” 

As two organizations dedicated to the success of New York’s tourism and hospitality sectors, this partnership creates an exciting opportunity for local businesses to access expanded resources, cost-saving programs, and a statewide network of support. 

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About the New York State Restaurant Association (NYSRA): Headquartered in Albany, NYSRA is a nonprofit organization serving as the unified voice of New York’s hospitality industry. Its mission is to "Empower the Hospitality Industry for Success" by providing advocacy, training, networking opportunities, and member-exclusive benefits like discounted services and insurance programs.

About Discover Saratoga: Discover Saratoga, the official tourism promotion agency of Saratoga County, is a key economic development engine for Saratoga County; our mission is to contribute a positive impact on the local economy by promoting and marketing Saratoga County as a world-class destination for leisure travel, meetings, and events. For more information about Discover Saratoga, please visit www.DiscoverSaratoga.org.