FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 23, 2026
Contact: Haiden Emmett ▪ 916.431.2729 ▪ hemmett@calrest.org

(June 23, 2026)  SACRAMENTO, CA - The California Restaurant Association is proud to announce an exclusive partnership with Sandler Partners as the preferred technology advisory provider for CRA members. Technology now touches every aspect of restaurant operations—from guest engagement and online ordering to cybersecurity, communications, and back-office systems. Yet many operators are overpaying for services, managing multiple vendors, and struggling to keep up with rapidly changing solutions. Through this partnership, CRA members receive complimentary access to Sandler Partners’ technology advisors, who provide independent, vendor-neutral guidance to help restaurants reduce costs, improve performance, and make smarter technology decisions. All audits are risk-free and provided at no cost to CRA members.

CRA Member Benefits:

• Reduce Technology Costs: Technology and telecom audits often uncover savings of up to 30% while improving service and performance.
• Technology Assessments: Identify unnecessary expenses, overlapping services, outdated contracts, and optimization opportunities.
• Vendor Sourcing & Procurement: Get expert support with vendor evaluations, negotiations, and contract reviews.
• AI & Automation Guidance: Explore practical solutions to improve guest experiences, streamline operations, and boost productivity.
• Cybersecurity Protection: Strengthen security and safeguard customer data with solutions tailored to restaurants.
• Connectivity & Communications Optimization: Improve internet, Wi-Fi, voice, and communications infrastructure.
• Managed IT & Cloud Solutions: Access scalable technology resources without adding internal overhead.

With more than 25 years of experience and access to over 300 leading technology providers, Sandler Partners helps businesses align technology investments with operational and financial goals.

For more information about the partnership or how to access Sandler Partners through CRA membership, visit: https://www.calrest.org/sandler

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About the CRA: The California Restaurant Association provides ultimate access to the resources and support that neighborhood restaurants need to lead thriving businesses while serving as conscientious, contributing members of an unparalleled industry. California is home to eating and drinking places that ring up more than $220 billion in sales and employ nearly 1.8 million workers, making restaurants an indisputable driving force in the state’s economy.