Carol Wight Steps Down After 25 Years

After 25 years in New Mexico’s Legislature and 20 as CEO of the New Mexico Restaurant Association, Carol Wight is stepping down—ready for a fresh chapter. A former restaurateur who weathered the 2008 recession and pandemic with grit, she’s proud of launching ProStart and reviving Albuquerque Restaurant Week, both now thriving. Known for fiercely defending businesses against burdensome policies like a $17 minimum wage while supporting forward-thinking initiatives like plastic bans, Wight leaves behind a legacy of advocacy and trust. The association seeks a “fabulous” successor with dual expertise, and Wight’s next passion? Painting. She’s earned her well-deserved break—and the future looks strong. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/952d3561a3247ad3