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flag Kelli Valade to lead Women's Foodservice Forum as President and CEO starting February 2026.

flag The Women's Foodservice Forum (WFF) has named Kelli Valade its new President and CEO, effective February 2026, succeeding retiring CEO Therese Gearhart. flag Valade, a seasoned executive with leadership roles at Denny’s Corp., Red Lobster, and Chili’s Bar & Grill, brings extensive industry experience and a history of involvement with WFF, including prior service as a board member. flag The nonprofit, founded in 1989, supports professional development and diversity in the foodservice industry through leadership programs, events, and research. flag Valade will lead efforts to strengthen talent pipelines and expand WFF’s impact, with the organization’s annual leadership conference scheduled for March 2–4, 2026, in Dallas.

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