Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) –The NM Restaurant Association announced today (WED) it will soon have a new CEO as long-time executive, Carol Wight has announced her retirement effective the end of the year. Wight, a former restaurateur stepped in to the CEO role in 2002 becoming one of NM’s most influential voices for restaurants. Her tenure covered economic swings, regulatory battles, workforce challenges and the unprecedented disruption of the Covid 19 pandemic. Among her achievements Wight brought back ABQ Restaurant Week in 2025 and this year’s edition proved an even bigger success drawing record participation and renewed excitement across Albuquerque’s dining scene. The NM Restaurant Association will begin a formal search for its next CEO. Wight will remain in her role during the transition.
