Sweeney will take the helm of leadership at an association that represents one of the largest industries in the country, employing more than 12.8 million people at nearly one million restaurant and foodservice locations, and generating annual sales of more than $537 billion. The president and CEO also oversees the National Restaurant Association Restaurant, Hotel-Motel Show, as well as the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation.
As the president and CEO of AARP Services Inc. during the past five years, Sweeney has a tremendous track record of leadership and success in developing market-changing products and services for millions of older Americans. Sweeney has been responsible for generating annual revenues of more than $700 million. The organization experienced double-digit sales and revenue growth each of the past four years under her leadership.